Video Review for Transformers Movie Masterpiece MPM-4 Optimus Prime
Saturday, July 1st, 2017 8:39PM CDT
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Actar wrote:Here's my full review of MPM Optimus Prime! (^.^) Hope you guys enjoy it! I tried to be as thorough as possible, leaving no stone unturned, taking everything into consideration while being as fair as possible.
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Posted by dragons on July 1st, 2017 @ 10:06pm CDT
But my main problem is with bumblebee more than with prime bumblebee have bigger backpack compared to prime maybe it's angle or he may look better in person who knows but if third party company does make some parts for these figures I can see some replacement parts being made for prime with yellow on hood of truck who knows with bumblebee, glad you showed master piece trailer with this prime was wandering about that option, articulation doesn't bother me with figures I always skipped those parts in reviews
Posted by Chriphord on July 2nd, 2017 @ 1:22pm CDT
Posted by shajaki on July 6th, 2017 @ 11:51am CDT
Posted by shajaki on July 6th, 2017 @ 11:59am CDT
Posted by whip_it on July 7th, 2017 @ 7:45am CDT
im so confused
why are canadiand and americans ordering from these asian online stores?
Will this not be released at Toys R Us in Canada or the States?
please let me know as since will help with my deciiosn on whether to hold off or to buy asap, i dont want prices to rise if i need to buy oneline and NA wont be getting them...
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 7th, 2017 @ 10:02am CDT
whip_it wrote:GUYS
im so confused
why are canadiand and americans ordering from these asian online stores?
Will this not be released at Toys R Us in Canada or the States?
please let me know as since will help with my deciiosn on whether to hold off or to buy asap, i dont want prices to rise if i need to buy oneline and NA wont be getting them...
Not everyone has access to a TRU. Also, history has shown that these figures can sell out very quickly.
Posted by shajaki on July 7th, 2017 @ 1:31pm CDT
Pretty much what Densh said.Ironhidensh wrote:Not everyone has access to a TRU. Also, history has shown that these figures can sell out very quickly.whip_it wrote:why are canadiand and americans ordering from these asian online stores?
Will this not be released at Toys R Us in Canada or the States?
In the past, some TRU MP's have been fantastically difficult to find in store. Also the prices for the listings I mentioned are for mere dollars more than what they'd cost anyways. For me, I'm not gambling.
Also, and I'm sure I'm the only one interested in this, but I collect all MP's - box variants included. The TRU MPM's have that standard silver "TRU Exclusive" slapped on them, whereas others (I assume the online acquired ones) do not. And I'd like one of each.
Posted by whip_it on July 8th, 2017 @ 7:57am CDT
shajaki wrote:Pretty much what Densh said.Ironhidensh wrote:Not everyone has access to a TRU. Also, history has shown that these figures can sell out very quickly.whip_it wrote:why are canadiand and americans ordering from these asian online stores?
Will this not be released at Toys R Us in Canada or the States?
In the past, some TRU MP's have been fantastically difficult to find in store. Also the prices for the listings I mentioned are for mere dollars more than what they'd cost anyways. For me, I'm not gambling.
Also, and I'm sure I'm the only one interested in this, but I collect all MP's - box variants included. The TRU MPM's have that standard silver "TRU Exclusive" slapped on them, whereas others (I assume the online acquired ones) do not. And I'd like one of each.
Thank you so much for the insight guys!
Posted by whip_it on July 8th, 2017 @ 8:09am CDT
Posted by shajaki on July 8th, 2017 @ 12:46pm CDT
I don't see any MPM-4's on eBay for that price. Link?
I'd be awfully wary of a listing like that. A brand new, in demand item, for less than retail?
Posted by william-james88 on July 9th, 2017 @ 10:56am CDT
shajaki wrote:I don't see any MPM-4's on eBay for that price. Link?
I'd be awfully wary of a listing like that. A brand new, in demand item, for less than retail?
He wrote mom 03 which is bumblebee. That price is more than both Optimus and bee's retail of 100 and 80 respectively
Posted by whip_it on July 9th, 2017 @ 2:26pm CDT
My apologies, i meant $125CANADIAN, which is $97USD including shipping costs for bumblebee on ebay, is it a good price to jump on?
Posted by william-james88 on July 10th, 2017 @ 7:40am CDT
whip_it wrote:My apologies, i meant $125CANADIAN, which is $97USD including shipping costs for bumblebee on ebay, is it a good price to jump on?
Its ok but not great. its slightly lower than retail. Up to you really. You pretty much save the tax from buying it in store. If that sounds like a deal to you, then jump on it. I am waiting for him to be further discounted. Also, this thread is about optimus. If you want to talk more of Bee, go here: transformers-movie-masterpiece-mpm-3-bumblebee-thread-t108751.php
Posted by whip_it on July 10th, 2017 @ 12:32pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:whip_it wrote:My apologies, i meant $125CANADIAN, which is $97USD including shipping costs for bumblebee on ebay, is it a good price to jump on?
Its ok but not great. its slightly lower than retail. Up to you really. You pretty much save the tax from buying it in store. If that sounds like a deal to you, then jump on it. I am waiting for him to be further discounted. Also, this thread is about optimus. If you want to talk more of Bee, go here: transformers-movie-masterpiece-mpm-3-bumblebee-thread-t108751.php
thanks, the optimus prime for $180 CAD seems like a rip off to me now, lol
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on July 16th, 2017 @ 8:57pm CDT
Posted by Va'al on July 19th, 2017 @ 10:49pm CDT
These are only the initial images, of course, expect the full Seibertron.com treatment as the event continues across the weekend, with more toy images, the Hasbro Breakfast Press event Thursday morning, panel coverage on Friday and Saturday, and follow-ups with official images and more!
Posted by Cybertronius Primus on July 28th, 2017 @ 5:32pm CDT
Posted by Overcracker on July 28th, 2017 @ 6:26pm CDT
Seems its just a very very specific way of getting things tabbed in. From the doors to the hood panels.
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 28th, 2017 @ 6:48pm CDT
Haven't done much with him, other than open the box, and won't be able to play till tomorrow.
First impression?
Damn, he is pretty.
On a happy note, while he still has several plastic tiebands holding him in, he also has cardboard 'strings' to make storing him back in the box much more safe and secure. Something very much lacking with 'bee.
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 30th, 2017 @ 9:43am CDT
Posted by RAR on July 30th, 2017 @ 10:09am CDT
Posted by MadProject on July 30th, 2017 @ 12:12pm CDT
Source:
http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810891857
Posted by Kurona on July 30th, 2017 @ 5:06pm CDT
Posted by MadProject on July 30th, 2017 @ 5:42pm CDT
Kurona wrote:Courtesy of TakaraTomy Mall's listing of the upcoming figure, we've got some brand new stock photography for you of MPM-4 -- otherwise known as Masterpiece Movie Optimus Prime! Accurately sculpted to represent his appearances in the first three Live-Action movies compared to his redesign from Age of Extinction onwards, Prime is set to release mid-September for around $150. Check out the images below and tell us if you're excited for this Masterpiece in the forums!
XD posted it in the last comment
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 30th, 2017 @ 6:29pm CDT
Posted by dragons on July 30th, 2017 @ 6:44pm CDT
Ironhidensh wrote:I call bs on these pics. That thing is tabbed together fat too well.
If you saw review on this figure by emgo316 he tabled his in perfectly with modification to figure itself he found little trick to make it work
Posted by dragons on July 30th, 2017 @ 6:45pm CDT
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 30th, 2017 @ 7:47pm CDT
He is a gorgeous figure, but the tabs on him are not strong enough to hold against the tolerances of the figure.
Also, I've watched many, many reviews on him in the last 2 days. Still can't get it to hold 100%. Something always pops loose. It is insanely frustrating.
Posted by Insurgent on July 31st, 2017 @ 1:15am CDT
Posted by Cybertronius Primus on July 31st, 2017 @ 5:31am CDT
Overcracker wrote:Perhaps posting the actual video would have been helpful?
Seems its just a very very specific way of getting things tabbed in. From the doors to the hood panels.
Sorry. I would have posted the video along with it but I'm new to seibertron and am still figuring things out.
Posted by Ironhidensh on July 31st, 2017 @ 5:35am CDT
Insurgent wrote:Emgo found a way to tab it all in flush without modding. You have to do it in a very specific order, very carefully and not in the orser of instructions. Id post the video but I'm on my phone and can't post links easy. But it is possible without mods.
Yes, I know. That video is posted in another thread. I watched it, followed it, got the hood flush, but as soon as you try to connect it with the rest of truck, it pops out again.
Or the side panels do.
Or the legs do.
And when you go to make it all flush, BOOM! Hood pops out. This figure makes MP-36 and ROTF Leader Prime look like two of the easiest figures ever made. He'll, the doors on Binaltech Grimlock are less frustrating.
Posted by Insurgent on July 31st, 2017 @ 6:34am CDT
Posted by transformers_va on July 31st, 2017 @ 1:59pm CDT
Problems so far:
Truck mode:
- Windshield/hood alignment
- Exhaust pipe alignment
- Stress marks in red plastic (behind front wheel fenders on engine cover) after only 3 transformations
- The top of the legs don't tab properly into black rear bumper
- Red chest/abdomen piece (passenger side) doesn't tab properly
Masterpiece name, masterpiece price... NOT masterpiece quality!
Posted by Prowl4 on July 31st, 2017 @ 3:32pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on August 4th, 2017 @ 9:21am CDT
Posted by WreckerJack on August 4th, 2017 @ 3:06pm CDT
If you notice any new figures or merch in your area, let us know!
Posted by Quantum Surge on August 4th, 2017 @ 3:14pm CDT
Posted by Everharm on August 4th, 2017 @ 4:54pm CDT
Posted by SlyTF1 on August 4th, 2017 @ 10:40pm CDT
Posted by Va'al on August 25th, 2017 @ 2:10am CDT
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on August 25th, 2017 @ 4:10am CDT
Posted by Cybertronius Primus on August 25th, 2017 @ 4:44am CDT
Posted by dragons on August 25th, 2017 @ 5:56am CDT
Posted by Quantum Surge on August 25th, 2017 @ 9:38am CDT
Posted by william-james88 on August 25th, 2017 @ 10:49am CDT
Quantum Surge wrote:Is it me, or does the lighter gray have kind of a beige look to it? I'll probably stick with the Hasbro version and add tge extra details myself.
It does. For some reason, Takara went for a more matte look and while I havent seen too much complaining here, lots of fans elsewhere have expressed unhappiness in the matter. I still preffer the fact that he has blue paint on his feet. But ultimately, I think I will just stick to the recent MB release, as sacriligious as that may sound. MPM 3 BB proved you could have something look great with an intuitive transformation that is complex but in no way annoying (once you get the hang of it). It doesnt prove to the same with this Prime. Plus I dont like his eyes and that is a huge factor when thinking of dropping loads a money on a toy.
Posted by Quantum Surge on August 25th, 2017 @ 12:45pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Quantum Surge wrote:Is it me, or does the lighter gray have kind of a beige look to it? I'll probably stick with the Hasbro version and add tge extra details myself.
It does. For some reason, Takara went for a more matte look and while I havent seen too much complaining here, lots of fans elsewhere have expressed unhappiness in the matter. I still preffer the fact that he has blue paint on his feet. But ultimately, I think I will just stick to the recent MB release, as sacriligious as that may sound. MPM 3 BB proved you could have something look great with an intuitive transformation that is complex but in no way annoying (once you get the hang of it). It doesnt prove to the same with this Prime. Plus I dont like his eyes and that is a huge factor when thinking of dropping loads a money on a toy.
Funny you mentioned that, I thought you were the one that did the podcast/twincast on him (someone else did it) and I was wanting to ask you if I can get a hold of it (or if we'd do some trade).
Posted by DecepticonFinishline on August 25th, 2017 @ 3:30pm CDT
Posted by Notesandtabs on August 25th, 2017 @ 5:48pm CDT
Cool to see most people here like the Takara grey.
Posted by william-james88 on August 25th, 2017 @ 7:47pm CDT
Notesandtabs wrote:Everybody is so chill here compared to TFW.
I know, I am so surprised at how different the discussion is. I don't mind it of course, its just cool to see how different the same fanbase could be