Video:
It seems to be the same quality as the first set - a DVD rip? - and, therefore, very, very good.
There was at least one case of 'pausing' - like when a player is dealing with layer transition - and this is usually a rare occurance on my machine, although it is no longer top of the line, so it could be discs.
Also, there were a couple of instances when the picture seemed to go soft or out of focus - I don't think it was intentional - but this was nothing more than a split second occurrence.
Audio:
Clear with no distortion although I'm certain I had to put the volume two levels higher than I usually do.
Subtitle:
Clear with no distortion although I'm certain I had to put the volume two levels higher than I usually do.
Comment:
Again, a nice looking set with the artwork repeated on the discs. 'Soft plastic' disc holders - mine worked this time!
Menus are in English, but disappointing - it's the same menu across the three discs.
Since Kodomo progresses (a good thing) the tone of the show has also changed. There is slightly less off-the-wall humour (there's still a fair bit, however) and the exploration of the ups and downs of adolescent love and friendship is more painful than hilarious.
I must say I didn't really enjoy the New York arc of the story (it's still not finshed off in this set) as much because it not only centres more on Naozumi, but is also rather hackneyed in terms of plot. I want to see what happens with Sana - you'll know what I'm talking about when you watch it.
The repetition of the dance sequences was also a bit much as was the Babbit counting song.
Of course, I say all this after having watched the whole lot within a 24-hour period, which is something I've never done with any other anime series. This says a lot in my estimation (at least for me).
If you liked the first set then you must get this to find out what happens next (I'm awaiting the last set whilst writing this). This is a safe purchase. Buy it!
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