the video was ABSOLUTELY PERFECT, i did not see 1 fault in the video to this set if you got the original set and compared it to this i think you wouldn't be able to tell the difference it really is that good

the audio was perfect, didn't notice any flaws in it at all

the audio was perfect, didn't notice any flaws in it at all

well what can i say? this set was absolutely perfect and it came in a really nice case aswell i definately think this was money well spent, vandread is a great series and a must see for any hardcore anime fans out there "like me :)" and for the price its being sold its a complete steal, this set really does deserve to be labelled "perfect" because imo it was its also a great space/mecha anime with lotsa women in skin tight suits :)

This is as good as it gets. Widescreen picture, vibrant colors, and nary an artifact or spot of picture breakup in sight. It's a good thing too, because during the space battles there's a lot of explosions and lasers fying hither and to. Perfect score, and well deserved.

Japanese 2.0 and English 2.0 tracks, both flawlessly done. No desynching or other audio funny stuff.

Japanese 2.0 and English 2.0 tracks, both flawlessly done. No desynching or other audio funny stuff.

Packaging: The packaging is pretty basic, you have a book-style two disc gatefold with some nice looking art that matches the discs. There's an episode listing on the back of the gatefold. Menus: Very nice menus, quick to load, and quite stylish. Very pleasant. Extras: Clicking on the Extras menu on each disc will play a small featurette on the show. Unfortunately, it's not subtitled so I have no idea what it's about. Still, it's there which I guess is nice. Series comments: I have to admit, at first i wasn't enthralled by this series. It started off on a path which just screamed to me "Beware! Hackneyed guys-falling-into-boobs jokes ahead!" However, after the first few shakey episodes, it began to take off and stop trying to be Love Hina in space. I found myself really enjoying this series before too long, and I'd highly recommend it to those who can't get enough of "boy being chased by clueless girl while everything that moves in space explodes" type stories. Note: This is the first half of the entire Vandread series, and its conclusion isn't really a conclusion at all, but a segue into the second half. If you pick this one up, I'd highly recommend you go ahead and pick up Vandread: second stage as well, as you'll certainly want to know how this series comes to completion. There's a few twists that I'm sure even the most experienced anime watcher won't expect :p

WOW, Simply beautiful in its display. Ripped from a excellent source with beatiful colors and computer animation. The screen comes alive when there is action and movement. Without a doubt this a spectacular presentation of fireworks and top qulity animation and computer animation combined into a seemless, flawless medium. Great Stuff1

It's been a while since actually preferred the english dubb over ther japanese dubb. I think in the the case of this series the english dubb had more attitude and more personality. Don't get me wrong I'm a japanese naturalist so I will automatically turn the japanese on but for so reason when i checked the english dubb it fellt more correct then the japanese dubb. overall this set has excellent audio in both the english arena and the japanese arena. Great suff!

It's been a while since actually preferred the english dubb over ther japanese dubb. I think in the the case of this series the english dubb had more attitude and more personality. Don't get me wrong I'm a japanese naturalist so I will automatically turn the japanese on but for so reason when i checked the english dubb it fellt more correct then the japanese dubb. overall this set has excellent audio in both the english arena and the japanese arena. Great suff!

Amazing, amazing, AMAZING! I loved this first part of the series. I didn't think i would like the computer animation because of passed experiences but It fit very nicely into this anime spectrum. I loved the characters although hibiki is quite the stubborn stereotypical teenager if I do say so myself. I loved the Idea of men and women being mortal enemies and then... this is a great box and i recomend this to anyone who loves mech action comedy drama with a twist of lemon for tartability hihih. I personally love the beginings to this series and I can't wait to see the next part. Buy this series you won't regret it.

R1 rip, pretty wonderful with no visible pixealation. It's in Widescreen Mode but it's non anamorphic , just like the r1s (so it's not MAC's fault)

Contains Jap and Eng Audio. No problems here

Contains Jap and Eng Audio. No problems here

Contains just some minor Extras like Trailers and publicity (these are not subbed unfortunatelly)

no pixelation

both sound great english or japanese, not irritating voice in my opinion

both sound great english or japanese, not irritating voice in my opinion

great little series, some action, some comedy. I've already placed a new order to get me the second season when it gets out in both languages. The story revolves around how there's a planet for only women and one for the men and they've been waging a war for long time. By accident during a battle some men get taken prisoner by the women and then the story starts to get very interesting. Worth watching at least once I'd say.

Perfect rip of a perfect R1 source. Ultra crisp and clear. Among the best quality I've seen so far (including non-HK releases).

Sounded perfect on my simple stereo TV. I've only listened to the Japanese audio, so I can't comment on the English dub.

Sounded perfect on my simple stereo TV. I've only listened to the Japanese audio, so I can't comment on the English dub.

13 (7+6) episodes on two DVD-9. Openings and endings are intact and subbed. Also contains some extras (Japanese trailers, nothing to get excited about). This set really deserves the "perfect" badge. And the anime isn't bad, either. Entertaining space/mecha action with lots of girls in skin tight suits :p Recommended!

WOW!!! This is one of the best looking DVDs I own. No shit, this is PERFECT!!! Absolutely no flaws as far as I could see.

As perfect as the video. I Played it for a minute at its highest volume and there was no popping or crackling of any kind. The English track was as solid as the japanese one.

As perfect as the video. I Played it for a minute at its highest volume and there was no popping or crackling of any kind. The English track was as solid as the japanese one.

If you're looking for a truly "PERFECT" DVD release, and not just one calling itself that, pick this up. I can't compliment this DVD set enough. All the technical stuff aside, this is a fun show. It never gets too goofy or too serious. Mecha fans will definetly enjoy it just to the see the well done CG animation. The DVDs have extras too (but i didn't watch 'em). Let me put it like this -I enjoyed this so much I watched the whole goddamn thing in one night!!!

With a 13 episode series split over 2 DVD9's, you shouldn't expect any problems. And there aren't any. Well, like maybe one scene that lasted like a quarter of a second, and that was about it. But, yes, otherwise, R1 perfect

Both English and Japanese tracks are present and sound great. No problems noted.

Both English and Japanese tracks are present and sound great. No problems noted.

Well, this isn't second stage. It's first stage. Really. I'm not kidding. Other than that, I can say that MAC is getting very good at what they do. If there was only someway for them to get the subs yellow, then this set would be truely perfect. Oh, also, there were extras on each disc, but neither was subtitled. Go fig.