Transformers LEGACY Voyager SOUNDWAVE + BOOMBOX Mode Review
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- Transformers LEGACY Voyager Class SOUNDWAVE Review
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For those who don't know; the reason the Earthrise Soundwave mould couldn't have been used for this release, is because Hasbro doesn't actually own it. When an exclusive item is made for a brand, that brand now owns that design. In this case, it's Netflix/Walmart that owns the Earthrise Soundwave mould, meaning Hasbro couldn't re-release it.
At least, that's what I was told.
I believe it's just an exclusivity window. I think they mentioned it on one of the Hasbro Pulse livestreams, it has something like a 5 year window.
Some people have theorised they can re-release it with a new head (or minor retooling) as that would make it technically a different mold.
Hasbro did this to Buzzworthy Goldbug which was a new head and repaint of the also Walmart-exclusive ER Bumblebee.
Not my theory, a bunch of TFW2005 users came up with it lol, and I thought it made sense
In practice that’s accurate but not entirely correct from my understanding. Hasbro still owns it, Walmart has it licensed, so the end result is the same, they can’t use it. But the license does expire they’ve just never said when
@@axelgrease69 in that case however, they could claim the figure was retooled from ER Cliffjumper, which shared a mould with Netflix Bumblebee.
With this case, they might not be able to argue that given no figure shares similar tooling to Soundwave, other than his core class counterpart. But your theory does have a lot of validity to it.
Yes but shattered glass sw looks nothing like Netflix g1 soundwave so I strongly suspect that will get this mold next in the shattered glass version.
AKA: "Look, Siege Soundwave without battle damage! We listened to you!"
LOL ikr?! Listen to us so hard they gave us the version that isn’t the highly illusive & his proper G1 alt form :( hasbro messed up this time lol
would've been nice if they atleast gave him red eyes
It’s a package refresh.
Prime v prime
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Never got the Siege Soundwave, and I never got the Netflix one. Personally, I always thought the Siege version was the superior version, so while I do feel for the people who wanted a Prime Soundwave, I was actually kind of excited for this release
Oh nice! Glad you like this one!
Yeah I'm excited for it. I love this mold
that is actually a pretty awesome boombox mode bro! it looks like he's a speaker system at a cybertronian concert 😱 love it! 👍🏻
I had the siege version and I purchased an upgrade kit that pushed the arms back and allowed it to transform into a boom box but I didn’t know it could transform into a cybertronian boom box, really cool. Great review.
Thanks so much for checking it out!
I have the same upgrade but this one is horrible lol.
Is the upgrade kit compatible with this one?
@@Mortamir_ActionFigures yes, its the same only no battle damage
From what I’ve heard the yellowing issue started because their plastic supplier changed the plastic they were using. They’ve gotten a new supplier so wave 3 of legacy and onward should have the new plastic. Great review as always PvP!
I don’t know why, but I just love the ship mode for some reason, just something about it has a certain charm
Although the rerelease of the netflix voyager would have been amazing, I'm still very happy that we got a good Voyager soundwave that will go well with the other WFC,SS86, and legacy decepticons.
Yeah it’s good for those who missed out I guess
Tbh. I like the yellow eyes. Much more toy accurate, And makes him MORE diffrent than the other decepticons
I totally prefer the new version without the battle damage. As for the yellow visor, I'm sure the reprolabels set comes with a red sticker for the visor.
fun fact: technically the boombox mode is canonical since it was featured on an official stop motion comercial
8:56
"I'm a lamp post, I, uh, illuminate stuff"
*transforms*
"Okay, continue"
Lets hope like goldbug they get around to the netflix version of Soundwave for the upcoming shattered glass version. Would make me happy but many who missed out on the netflix version would be upset.
I hope so too!
So I have a ko masterpiece Soundwave (and a core class version) which I love, and a Legacy Blaster (which I also find to be fantastic) only issue is the size difference for display.
Holding out hope for a core class blaster in the future.
Core blaster could be really nice!
When you said Cybertronian Dropship I actually could believe it since Soundwave in media could hold all of his cassette forces.
And for the price difference in would have been cool if they gave us Buzzsaw or Rumble or Frenzy to rival Rewind that came with Blaster
You can always count on the fandom to give this guy a bizarre and intuitive alt mode. Works here a lot better than it did for the WFC cybertronian van release Ordered this guy from BBTS is as he's pretty impossible to find in Canada, and never once saw the siege version so perfect opportunity to grab one. Really hope QCs been improved since release, but as is this to me is a perfect G1 representation of the character. Missed opportunity though to give him the visor, and real shame not to have a Ravage or Laser beak included.
While disappointed that it wasn't a Prime Universe Soundwave (maybe we'll still eventually get one!), I really do love this mold, so getting a clean version is pretty cool. I agree that they should've included a cassette bot (Laserbeak is my preference) but oh well.
I agree, they should of done that.
Yea i strongly agree
Not to mention, have you seen the prices for just laserbeak alone?!
Happy to call it my first soundwave, think they should have altered his deco though, change the pink and visor to red, the grey pistol works good on his back, makes it look like a radio antenna.
Cybertronian Boombox Inferior, T-Posing Lamp Superior.
I was only able to get Soundblaster at the time so I'm happy with this Soundwave relaunch! Thanks for the review 👍
I like that Cybertronian boom box quite a bit. Very creative and looks good.
Since this version is 1/4 of the cost of what people want for the Siege version., yes I want it! The Netflix one IS the best version, and people know it. It’s damn nearly unobtainable. I think the spaceship mode is supposed to be some kind of aircraft carrier, or drop ship like you said. Since Soundwave has his little minions, it kind of makes sense. I would love to see a Studio Series 86 or something so we can obtain our beloved cassette player version but… those aren’t modern anymore, and TF’s are supposedly “In Disguise” to blend in. A tape player just doesn’t blend in anymore. I could maybe see a more modern “boombox” and his minions could be “wireless accessories” or something comparable. But really.. a ship with small fighters makes as much sense as anything.
I was really hoping this would be a prime soundwave
Me too :(
I don't understand why Hasbro just can't give us fans what we want. Soundwave has always been a walkman cassette deck. If third party companies can make one so can Hasbro.
They did with the Netflix version. But a giant boombox is a bit odd. I don’t mind a boombox mode, but like the Megatron gun mode, these types of alt modes means that either it’s a giant gun or boom box, or some of the smallest transformers
@@tgiacin435 it’s not giant near transformers.
@@Duckbusinessman they would still be big because it’s Megatron folded into a gun. Scale wise that would be like if I folded into a gun or box shape, I’m not gonna fit into a person’s hand
@@tgiacin435 really depends. Soundwave is a medium scale. And big scale transformers like seekers and optimus or Megatron can absolutely hold him as a boom box.
@@Duckbusinessman but any line up shows G1 Soundwave as being the same size. And he’s voyager scale like the seekers. And maybe a boombox, but not a tape recorder. And a seeker still wouldn’t be able to hold Megatron like a gun.
Underrated: I'm leaving this guy in lamppost mode.
If you add the two gray blasters to the peg holes on the top, they kind of look like antennas in the fan alternate mode
Honestly would of loved a re release/legacy look of the prime design of sound wave cause I loved that design for him
That cybertron boombox makes me want to buy this Soundwave.
I personally feel like this is the most lack lustre figure of wave 2, sure it’s based off the Siege mould what was good but it really shouldn’t be a part of a TF line what released three years after its own release. Still a bit disappointed that we didn’t get a Prime universe figure or at least an Earthrise rerelease, would’ve felt a little more worth it if you ask me.
I agree! We should’ve had something new for this!
So glad I got the Netflix version back in 2021. And don’t get me wrong, the mold is fantastic, heck, I got the Anniversary Soundblaster in the Siege mold. I’m just a little disappointed that we didn’t get a G1-esque version of Prime Soundwave. But it is nice to see Siege Soundwave with no battle damage; it’s really nice; you could get a sense of the pre-WFC show battle imprint.
And… somehow, I actually don’t have a yellowing problem on any of my figures (…yet).
Pretty excited for this. I like the idea of battle damage but I didn't think it was very well done so given the actual choice I'd prefer it clean.
Love the fan alt mode. Probably wouldn't use it unless I was displaying several Soundwaves together in various alt modes.
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I saw someone say that Siege Soundwave's alt mode strikes them as a dropship for Soundwaves Minicons, and that sounds (hehe Sound) pretty convincing to me
That fan mode is awesome
People like to bring up the exclusivity agreement, but frankly, Hasbro never should have made the definitive evergreen versions of A tier characters into exclusives in the first place. Same with Netflix Bumblebee. Exclusives should be for easter egg repaints/shattered glass/diaclone or d tier character repaints like the rain makers.
I hope for legacy we get soundblaster but with the Netflix mold
Me too!
I'll be picking up this one. I need a Soundwave in this field.
Honestly to avoid the discoloring, I would just repaint the parts with silver paint.
Trueeee!
Ive just resolved to get all my figures third party. I'm tired of my local stores never having the figures I want because all ours are stocked with overstock, basically we get what all the other stores can't/don't sell. Every once in a while I'll find a good one, but I go to the section everytime and it's the same 4 figures but multiples most times.
I might end up getting this. My siege soundwave is a couple years old now and the joints are really loose, especially the left arm and head, with the arm falling of commonly, of course my siege soundwave is one of my favourite sound waves of all time but the joints are just so annoying I might just get this.
Nice! Thanks for showing other fan modes haha
Haha no worries! :)
I think that random grey gun soundwave comes with is supposed to look like a version of that gun soundwave used in DOTM
i used a red color art marker / highligher to color the whole yellow transparent plastic. light still go tru tho.
The Year 2055
PVP: Today we'll be taking a look at the 189th repaint of War for Cybertron Siege Soundwave...
Finally I can make a fight scene between Blaster and Soundwave. Anyways, I love your videos keep up your amazing work 🤖🚚
Thank you for this video I just got into collecting transformers about 2 or 3 years ago I have about 9 decepticons so far including 2 d duplicates of Soundwave they are both different the other one is the Transformers authentic alpha toy figure. I just recently purchased a Soundwave legacy Voyager that I got at walmart. I was getting really irritated and frustrated because I had problems and issues trying to transform him. The instructions were a little bit and a lot confusing.
I completely disregarded this figure because of the crummy looking ship mode and I was just gonna wait for the 3 pack, but the fan boombox looks great and I also didn't know he could also transform into the lamp, that's soo good. I just wish it came with Laserbeak
Nice part about Transformers Legacy Voyager Soundwave figure without battle damaged AKA final battle as the scratch good job now then keep it up working hard now as well ❤️
I was thinking of buying this but when I saw the original g1 version in Amazon I had to get that one instead, it came with three minicons and he actually has the red eyes and transforms into a cassette player. It was $20 more though but I was willing and it did not disappoint
Some of the white plastic on my Studio Series 86 Jazz actually looks slightly yellowed but only in certain lighting conditions. Sitting on my desk next to my PC with indirect light from the window? A shade yellower; underneath the fluorescent lights in the kitchen? Perfect match across the board.
To make things EVEN MORE CONFUSING, the door decals from the repro-labels set I bought for him matches the plastic that looks yellowed but, again, only in the lighting conditions that produce that effect. *shrug*
Getting back into collecting, and I did not get the battle damaged version. So, I look forward to this coming out in stores. I hope I can find it as I’ve only seen Blaster twice in my travels. But I don’t have a lot of store options (other than Amazon) where I live. I always loved the hunt. Thank you for the video. It definitely helps.
Pass for me I already have the Seige Soundwave. Awesome review.
Thank you so much!
I liked the old intro music but I'm loving the new synth wave intro theme 👍
I asked myself the same question tbh so i wont give you crap about this but the first episode g1 when the autobots are going back to base in cybertron soundwave disguises himself as a light as the autobots rolled up stand him up and thats what he is originally (tbh im more of a fan of the boombox rectangle which is apparently very expensive)
Hey dude great review as always , was wonderin if u'd be doing a review of Unique Toys Dotm Megatron
Thanks so much! & Yesss definitely! It’ll come soon too!
@@PrimeVsPrime cant wait man
I like soundwave and even tho I have the Netflix one, I'm planning on getting this guy too and I like how instead of just being the G1 version, he's the G1 TOY version
100% getting this one. I have both of the Siege cassette packs, but couldn’t find Siege Soundwave. Also I really like that spaceship alt mode.
Edit: autocorrect
Soundwave is one of my favorites
I have Netflix sound wave but none of the accessories so I’m gonna buy this guy for those
ive had my wfc soundwave for a couple years now and I haven't noticed any discoloring, however I am colorblind so that may be why.
Just Picked This up at my Local Wal-Mart Also Got Galvatron 🤑
Was actively avoiding the legacy version on ebay when getting a Siege Soundwave.
I'm glad I waited until the price went down to Deluxe range, and good thing I already bought SS86 Rumble under $9
I will love a tutorial to get red eyes for this guy.
I'm not getting Soundwave till I pick one but if there's the upgrade kit for this I'll hope to make him a car close to animated
I am so glad I have the Netflix Soundwave when he came out. Don't have to worry about gettting a better Soundwave. Unless of course, they improve upon it.
I love the fan mode! Need to get my Siege Soundwave out of storage and try this for myself
Ok tbh that boombox mode.. best one i've seen not too bulky and overall... he did a good job with that also yeah it's just a cybertronian ship at least that's what the box says
Ive been wanting to preorder this guy
I got this recently and definitely believe it's the superior version aside from Transformers Prime I feel. Love this thing and my brother got Sound blaster!
from what I've seen they actually planned on releasing the Netflix one but then couldn't because they don't own the right to distribute the mold
I have the Siege one, and I do like the spaceship mode, but thanks for the fan mode.
Legacy soundwave kind of attractive as the toy had removed unnecessary battle damage
It can also transform into cyberteonian lamppost
I have friend who hade the seige version but had been lost in house fire, so when I had seen that gamestop were selling this figure I immediately bought it for them for Christmas
So buzzing to find the Netflix one today in the wild
definatly gonna get thin instead of the bumble bee one
i wanna get a Laserbeak and/or ravage to compliment my Legacy voyager class soundwave
is the seige Laserbeak and Ravage two pack the one that's most compatible with this version of soundwave, or do i have to find/wait for a legacy version?
this is cool! I missed out on the siege one so pickin him up which universe version is this one G1 or WFC trilogy seems like its WFC trilogy.
Yesss WFC universe I guess
i might buy this just to yoink the forearms guns and cassette door, since they're better painted than the ones on my netflix version
missed this guy and was considering getting him, but shame about the qc for the plastic
Just found another netflix soundwave at the entertainer and the colour is exactly the same for the discoloured parts. I can't even remember if it was brighter anymore...
I got him but did not include the Laserbeak with this Soundwave.
Worth a few more bucks to have a clean version, if I hadn't already spent hours with rubbing alcohol getting rid of the silver mess by hand
Man, if this came with Buzzsaw I would have snapped it up immediately. Currently, I'm on the fence. Siege Soundblaster is my collection's Soundwave as I prefer his upgraded form from Headmasters but I did want to get a standard Soundwave as well. That was originally going to be the NETFLIX Soundwave but with all the yellowing, I'm not so sure I want to pay the high prices for it if it is just going to get ruined.
Not having obtained either of the two previous Siege figures I'll be sure to pick this one up. The amber eyes don't bother me, but I'm sure, if it's possible, someone is already working on an alternate eye kit.
had no interest in this until i discovered the boombox mode and now it’s one of my favorites
Ah look, soundwave starts yellowing🗿
Never considered to buy him into my collection so no problem for me
Nice review and solution for a boombox!!!
Hopefully they'll release the correct.one soon
My favorite character. So yeah! Will be picking him up.
Your background is brighter than my future
I had the yellowing problem for Megatron Earthrise, while Megatron Siege instead looks fine. Every one of his articulation joints and upper legs yellowed giving a greenish tone. I had to paint over them to get him look fine again. Luckily I had a compatible good gray shade gundam marker for this use.
I already have got a Siege Soundwave so this, coupled with the yellowing, is an easy pass. I think it is worth for those who lost the siege release for the figure is a really good one as you pointed out.
Siege Megs is completely fine in terms of yellowing. He will never do this
Can you tell me what kind of gray color did you use?
@@Dylan_Cito it is a light Grey gundam marker. From one of the set with the gundam seed Astray head.
They need to release a Studio 86 Soundwave that transforms into a cassette player. HASBRO... DO NOT FUCK THIS UP.
This mold again?
Yay.... no damage 🙄... not gonna waste my money for this figure.
Anyway... Good review 👍🏻
Atleast they didn't repackage this as an exclusive either like both bumblebee figures. I already have siege Soundblaster and Netflix Soundwave so I dunno if I should pick this up unless it goes on clearence.
I have to admit that I love the clean version of the Legacy Siege War for Cybertron Soundwave a lot better than the battle damaged version. And the boombox mode looks awesome 👍
I’m gonna buy this guy only for his accessories because I don’t have the Netflix ones (pre used)
I mean Siege Soundwave was cool, but was THIS NECESSARY?
If it was a more simple G1 esque Soundwave Transformation, then I would vibe with it
They should've at least change the eye color and add Laserbeak to make him a bit more different
Isn't Laserbeak packed with Soundwave tho? Or you meant Buzzsaw
I agree! Or buzzsaw!
Since I don't think Hasbro will use Netflix Soundwave's mold for the teased Shattered Glass Soundwave, I hope they find a new Alt Mode configuration like they did with Shattered Glass Megatron.
shattered glass soundwave with van altmode pls hasbro
Hi all. I just purchased this and wondered which cassettes i can buy that will actually fit into this figure