For reference, DVD component uses native 0 IRE black. Are LaserDisc players worth anything? How much are LaserDiscs worth? Note that these are not necessarily the most valuable LaserDiscs in the world; rather, they represent the 100 LDs on the LaserDisc Database that have the highest current bids. Hi all, I don't own any Disney Laserdiscs myself and I don't have a Laserdisc player. Laserdiscs are hardly worth anything, and scratches do not effect them because of the thick plastic layer over the data layer. And so the first act of our adventure was complete. ’” And so much as anyone in America can be the king of anything, Chuck Legg is the king of LaserDiscs. The LD release comes with a book. I'm in Annapolis Maryland. 1. We are Laser Disk specialists with over 11,000 LaserDisks available. I looked at the ribbon cable that connects to the board for the front panel controls, wiggled it a bit, hit the power button and the unit instantly came to life - lights and motors of all kinds going off, disc selector rotating around, etc. You’d be lucky to fit a baseball card in that car by the time were were done. ago. As for Disney laserdiscs offered in general, I think it's hard to tell whether they're worth buying - as long as there is no additional info. Unless it’s one of the following models I’d list it on ebay for 20 bucks and hope for the best. 650-965-7800. 17 shipping. Around $1000 USD per disc in the 90s. Also, since Laserdiscs can only hold up to 60 minutes per side, most discs have to be flipped or changed eventually. Yes. touche112 • 1 yr. 00 New. 8 inches or something pretty close to 12. Again, the main limiting factors will be the source materials and the mastering. And LD is a far better source if you want to capture and re-encode for digital. Open menu Open navigation Go to Reddit Home. Reply reply. VALUE (up to) Do I Love You – Frank Wilson (original copy) $40,000. The tray has been making noise since. $4. LaserDisc of Kiki's Delivery Service is probably the one rare title I have been desperately wanting for quite some time, and when it does show up, reseller prices on eBay are often around the $120-130 ballpark AFAIK. My Pioneer CLD-3070 finally broke. 2 #1 on spine. Maybe. It's only worth collecting for the rare videos that weren't reissued as DVD/BDs or digital formats. $3. This should be enough storage capacity. The only laserdisc players that are worth anything are the Pioneer’s and only the best ones are worth a lot. Post subject: Disney Laserdiscs - Are They Worth It? Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2013 8:14 pm . Premium Powerups. 99. and the final North American disc to have an AC-3 (Dolby Digital) soundtrack. LaserDisc. Premium Powerups Explore Gaming. They introduced the video disc in 1973. It's gotten to the point where Star. I had a film class in high school in the late 90s. uk Shops!Laserdiscs are cool and all but it's really hard to find people selling laserdiscs that are even worth keeping with the crazy amount of issues these tend to have. Format: LaserDisc. Laserdisc looks okay on modern displays; but they were never designed to be used on anything larger than a 32" 4:3 tv. There seems to be a similar one on ebay asking $14, and no history of any that are sold. The 11 most valuable LaserDiscs for Last Month. The cost of viewing near-perfect pictures and listening to stunning sound was a steep $2,000. Advertisement Coins. As you can see, collectors are only willing to pay around $20 to $50 for many of the top wish list items. 99. The only laserdiscs I have are the Definitive Edition Star Wars box set and the Special Edition box. 97. There are some Betamax and laserdiscs that can fetch good money too. , Feb 15, 2014. will play on a PAL DVD player. Some have surround sound audio and even special features/commentary. Fortune: Rare Barbies ($3,000 - $300,000+) Rare Barbies are another doll exception. . I have a bunch of old Laserdiscs I'm looking to get rid of. The quality is poorer but they were new, so we chose them over their bigger, clunkier forefathers. If you'd rather sell, then perhaps go by this guide: Black/Silver Zune: Sell for 60 to 80 - Sell higher the less wear it has, and even higher if you have the original packaging. I have a bunch of the DTS discs that are listed up to $200-300 each. 99 for a single movie or maybe CAV box sets at $49. Tales of Erotica (1996) LASERDISC Mira Sorvino Anthology Film Rare. Board index » Laserdisc (movies, music, documentaries, anything) » General discussions - Laserdisc All times are UTC LD-G laserdiscs, worth getting a player/de-coder???I'm ignoring your question. This morning we were at -37C with a windchill of -45C so I phoned the post. Last visit was: Sun Aug 13, 2023 6:36 pm: It is currently Sun Aug 13, 2023 6:36 pmAre laserdiscs worth getting or am I better off with DVDs? Discussion in 'Visual Arts' started by AxC. . I have an opportunity to purchase about 350 to 400 laserdiscs. Was recently a woman that tried to sell 200 discs or something for 20. >Rentals sometimes require a little water. Nope, laserdisc doesn't have region locking, encryption, or copy protection of any kind. Format: LaserDisc. _____ Laserdisc. Laserdiscs look close to dvd quality on a standard tv. Recorded Music; Music Memorabilia; Format . However, the other non Jimi material on the LD is excellent 6. 0 bids. Personally I would go through the stack and remove whichever discs are worth more than $10-$20, whatever your limit to individually sell them is. Havent been there in a while but im sure theyve had laserdiscs at some point. The first LaserDisc technology was invented by David Paul Gregg in 1958, patented in 1961. Are laserdiscs worth getting or am I better off with DVDs? Discussion in 'Visual Arts' started by AxC. #7. It is a THX system demonstration laser disc. I like laserdiscs. You can find out anything on the Net. And typically I'll sell them for $2 a piece in bulk. True fan: Joined: Thu Aug 08, 2019 5:39 am Posts: 344 Location:. Not necessarily in the immediate future, but at some point in. The benefits of this release are absolutely outstanding picture quality. Thread Status:. ago. #21. Here are some real-world videotape values. Edit: other guy posted an LP framing site where the standard frame offered is like 14x14, seems a little big tho. Only 2 options, 4:3 and 16:9 stretch, so you're really limited. documentaries, anything. Further, largely due to poor manufacturing quality of early discs, LaserDiscs were also susceptible to failing due to “disc rot”. Both the cover and the disc itself need to be in excellent condition to command top dollar…. There’s not much of an appetite to transfer these films to newer formats — the potential audience is fairly limited — which makes LaserDisc copies scarce and worth a lot to the motivated fan. I like having them, though. _____ All about LD care, inner sleeves, shrink wrap, etc. However, because of the Archive Collection Disney Laserdiscs I'm considering getting one. All times are UTC . Limited Issue:. “I think we were the last to grow up without the internet, cellphones or social media,” and clinging to. I’ve bought laserdisc players at State / University Surplus. David Paul Gregg and James Russell developed the optical video recording technology using a disc in 1963. invenio78. VHS: 240 lines. 99 Used. I don't want to just throw them out, but I wanted to check with you guys about ways to get rid of them. 5-star:Well considering that you have collected every game system, I assume you are to some extent familiar with the inherit issue with using analog devices on digital displays (input lag, interlacing, etc). However, because of the Archive Collection Disney Laserdiscs I'm considering getting one. Limited Issue:. The only thing ever digital was the soundtracks and that was added much later in the life of laserdiscs hence many earlier releases being analog only. Last visit was: Mon Jul 24, 2023 12:48 am: It is currently Mon Jul 24, 2023 12:48 amAre old LaserDiscs worth anything? Did you inherit a box of old LaserDiscs from a relative, snag a few from a garage sale, or stumble across a stack in your basement?. It’s a good story. How much are your Disney LaserDiscs worth? Use our archive of Disney items sold at auctions as a Music Price Guide. Hello from Christchurch OP. The Little Mermaid. There are worth a combined 500 dollars here. Oh. 00. It's comparable to S-VHS or Hi8. If it's a movie you like a lot, you could always get a Vinyl Record frame and put the LD in it and hang it on a wall if you have the space. The CLD-59 was behind those and I had a 406 at one point and that was behind the CLD-59. Variety is the spice of life and I would envisage that a really varied collection would probably be worth more than a very restricted set of titles. (. Every single post you made reeks of the "seething hostility" you just accused Vidiot of. Whether you would like the results, or the workflow, is another set of questions. Step forward to the present day and Ultra HD Blu-ray enthusiasts will tell you much the same thing. However, with either box, we're talking about spending thousands of dollars for finite improvements in quality, so it's subjective as to whether the cost is worth it. There are plenty of websites and a number of DVDs/Laserdiscs that were created to help you calibrate a display. The technology first began serious development in the late 1960s; however, it didn't debut as a retail. 5TB of HDD storage with a 4TB backup solution in place for the project. Last visit was: Mon Jul 24, 2023 6:31 am: It is currently Mon Jul 24, 2023 6:31 amTry hooking it to a different TV. Yes, you can get your laserdiscs onto your PC with your existing hardware. I think my most expensive was my Platoon SE which cost over $100 and included the bound script within the gatefold jacket. The classic laws of supply and demand dictate the market: if a lot of collectors want a given LD, but there are few to be found, they become more valuable. AC-3 is stored as a radio frequency on disc and then has to be demodulated into a compatible 1's and 0's bitstream for use on an Dolby decoder. LaserDiscs that are still sealed and in mint or new condition are worth more money. There are titles that aren't educational pop up. Thread Status:. Hi all, I don't own any Disney Laserdiscs myself and I don't have a Laserdisc player. Preserving it keeps that history alive. 92 shipping. The only thing ever digital was the soundtracks and that was added much later in the life of laserdiscs hence many earlier releases being analog only. Are laserdiscs worth getting or am I better off with DVDs? Discussion in 'Visual. CryptoCLD-3070 hooked up with composite (3070 does not support anything greater) on the Sony KV-30HS420 HD CRT. Buy on Amazon. Benefits charity. The Subreddit for all things 4K Blu-ray, reviews, tech and hardware. Many VHS tapes are worth 50 cents to a few dollars, though collectible tapes can sell for up to $50 or more. com for individual LaserDiscs. Not necessarily in the immediate future, but at some point in. so it's subjective as to whether the cost is worth it. michelstechreviewsyt. It was a LD/CD/DVD combo player. So no, 12x12 should work. u might be lucky and find replacement laser. I’m mainly looking for anything that’s complete and in good shape. it someone wants to deal with all the overhead to make $12 of profit. There was also a great French site that had large scans of the laserdisc covers, but I can't remember the URL. I have close to 500 LaserDiscs and some of them are things that never even made it to VHS. Last visit was: Sun Jul 09, 2023 12:40 pm: It is currently Sun Jul 09, 2023 12:40 pmQ:Will all Players play CD's: A:Yes,almost all players will play CD's. Depth of frame is the only concern, I would think. As for Disney laserdiscs offered in general, I think it's hard to tell whether they're worth buying - as long as there is no additional info. One of the most valuable Barbies is the original 1959 Barbie doll herself. MOST laserdiscs have DIGITAL sound and are much better sounding than the standard DVD, which have COMPRESSED digital tracks. #840-849 4K Blu-rays added to the collection. Where to sell old VHS and Beta tapes. Each member was given one in 2021, and it's already worth at least $1,600. The fact is, both players and discs are nearly worthless now, and everything I have left (including my CLD-99) I'll keep until they drop. A lot of charity shops in my area stopped taking dvds before XmasLaserdisc, to the best of my knowledge, has infinitely superior quality to VHS and slightly better quality than DVD, but has the disadvantage of being: A: Very rare, And B: Occasionally being botched (Star Wars Laserdisc releases for example). 6K subscribers in the LaserDisc community. Not necessarily in the immediate future, but at some point in. This is why if you have anything important on a physical analog format, transfer it to digital as soon as you can. I would've just gotten it for the curiosity/rarity factor. Who is online: Users browsing this forum: Google [Bot] and 5 guests. And the special editions of films such as Thunderball, Goldfinger, Aliens, The Abyss went for $90-$100 easily. $ 34. Moisture is believed to be a cause of laser rot and is definitely bad for the glue that holds laserdiscs together. My beef with the 06 release is it was a double-dip opportunity for Fox and Lucas to pull money out of the die-hard fans that almost certainly bought the previous DVD boxset release, only to get a sub-far version of the unaltered OT. Open menu Open navigation Go to Reddit Home. skwid79 • 4 yr. The Lion King. There are great bargains on used stuff in Japan; especially when factoring in condition; but maybe it's different for high-end enthusiast stuff like LD players. Condition. Are laserdiscs worth getting or am I better off with DVDs? Discussion in 'Visual Arts. 5. How much are LaserDiscs worth? LaserDisc values run the gamut, anywhere from less than a dollar for common titles to $1,000 and up for rare collectible LaserDiscs. Physical media is worth our time because it witnesses our history. orsetto. You cannot post new topics in this forum. (~$100 or less, depending on condition and if they include power supply) than anything else comparable. Laserdisc players can be picked up from Japan in very good condition inexpensively. My father and I built a handful of custom cabinets to store my discs in. Are laserdiscs worth getting or am I better off with DVDs? Discussion in 'Visual Arts' started by AxC. I sold my player and about 100 discs on here 4-5 years ago, the discs are worth around £1-2 each and very collectible discs maybe £5-25ea. Laserdisc is composite, and only moderately better than VHS, Video8 and Betamax. VHS and Beta tape selling tips. That one I remembered. 08 K Cassette. Does anyone still collect these things? I recently got rid of my combo player but I don't know what to do with the crates of LDs I still have. The Voices of Jodi Benson, Sam Wright and Buddy Hackett in. The first CD players cost $1,000. Unless it’s. Perhaps the most infamous salvo in that particular battle came from indie filmmaker Kevin Smith in the original commentary track to the Criterion laserdisc release of his second film, “Chasing Amy. 99 disc. I'm sure there are better out there, these are just the ones I've seen that have impressed me. Only the video format difference as others have mentioned. The cost of viewing near-perfect pictures and listening to stunning sound was a steep $2,000. Or video layers or even sound channels. Limited Issue:. I'd say that's probably on the high end. I just spend 100 dollars on 20 discs. IMO, for a 4K TV, that's the processor to buy. and to me it's not interesting as anything except as an. Type command diskpart and hit “Enter”. The LaserDisc ( LD) is a home video format and the first commercial optical disc storage medium, initially licensed, sold and marketed as MCA DiscoVision (also known simply as. Right. Not necessarily in the immediate future, but at some point in. 1 set of. A forum dedicated to sharing your thrift finds - garage sales, flea markets. Mine does not allow you to zoom in on composite input. An American Tail is basically ruined on DVD. Lifespan estimates for different types of optical media are anywhere from 5 to 1,000 years and it's obvious that LDs in "good, undamaged condition" can last decades at least because we still have perfectly playable discs from as. Tested discs with any signs of laser rot will be graded along the LDDB laser rot scale: 1 /5 - Light rot: a few speckles, hard to notice, might be a scratched master. It had a trillion moron fans who even like the sequels so a brief trend of it selling for $300 twenty years later isn’t really that meaningful. $18. Limited Issue:. Ms. The first players cost upwards of $1000 and actually ended up being in nearly one million homes by the end of the decade. Long And Lasting Love (Once In A Lifetime) 7. The book has 41 pages. 88 USD on 14 Nov 2023 (Buy It Now) LaserDisc Wonder if my Criterion Lawrence of Arabia is worth anything, CLV I think. Maybe it’ll be worth $25 in 200 years. I really really doubt it has anything to do with region whatsoever. The Beatles at Budokan Live in Tokyo 1966 Japanese 18c. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. 0 coins. I got a good number of my horror Laserdiscs this way, and it never hurts to ask. Laserdiscs actually store the video analog since it is an analog format. Here are estimated values and real-world sale prices for a selection of notable magazines. Non operational: 45 to 50 bucks - You can charge a little more if it. A Lumagen processor offers quality at least on-par with the Crystalio, and will scale to 4K. . It's proven and many collectors will espouse this. Honestly, I picked this up for $80 along with the Song of the South and sold Song of South for $220 already, just hoping to get about $100 for The Decline laserdisc. For discs check vendors that sell used records. LaserDisc. Are new Laserdiscs worth Anything. But, I have random discs that I've picked up in. The original 35mm reels are extremely rare, but you can. 5. May 13, 2010. In most cases, top dollar for an individual DVD is around $100. #4. Some LaserDiscs can be worth $250+ See what your LaserDiscs are worth “For generic titles, it’s generally 50 cents to a buck, and the most I pay for just about anything is a. 5 setup used in the U. Best Version on LaserDiscThe Vincent Price Collection Vol. MICHAEL JACKSON. At least more so than from Japan. " At any rate with some help from the members there I decided to just get another player instead of trying to fix the RCA. Shucks, 33 1/3 LP vinyl is making a comeback. If. Another reason CRT looks better in this case is because a CRT can nativity display multiple pixel grids. Certainly is worth a mention _____ CLD-R7G CLD-D590 VSA-E07 AC3RF+DTS iScan DUO Processor. The only laserdisc players that are worth anything are the Pioneer's and only the best ones are worth a lot. Devil in a Blue Dress (Laserdisc, 1996) $12. CD-V discs are the same size as a standard 12-cm audio CD, and contain up to 20 minutes' worth of CD Audio that can be played on any audio CD player. Laserdiscs are definitely harder to find in stores than DVD or VHS. If your model isn't an elite, or one of those models, it is WORTHLESS. Each of the discs comes in its own sleeve. A common problem is “laser rot,” in which poor-quality pressings deteriorate and cause playback glitches. The general consensus for Star Wars on LD is that the absolute best compromise for picture quality / faithfulness to the originals is the "Special Collection" editions from Japan, released in 1986/87. Disneykid Diamond Edition Posts: 4816 Joined: Fri Apr 18, 2003 3:10. Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back Laserdisc CBS/Fox Video 1984 Vintage 3x Disc. Well precisely they're like 11. Last visit was: Thu May 18, 2023 8:37 am: It is currently Thu May 18, 2023 8:37 amAre laserdiscs worth getting or am I better off with DVDs? Discussion in 'Visual Arts' started by AxC. The only way that is going to get damaged is if the PO runs over it, and anything that leaves the country or is over 50 bucks I insure. This is not really accurate. LD-G. Id say try to sell them on this forum as a set. 000 NOK, around 2400 dollars. Not so with Laserdisc. There’s not much of an appetite to transfer these films to newer formats — the potential audience is fairly limited — which makes LaserDisc copies scarce and worth a lot to the. Real Name. but I just want it as more of a historical piece than anything. I got into this format thinking most things were cheap. No, the RCA Selectavision/Videodisc discs are for a CED player and stay in the plastic cartridge. 99 or maybe around $99. Would love to hear your guys’ thoughts. Pioneer laserdisc players are the only ones worth anything, and only the best are worth a lot of money. Condition. And I'm unsure which high end models even do what my lx-900 does by getting rid of the interference in the video. This player is able to support NTSC laserdisc signals internally and use Y/C with the 1st generation. Lucas, it was Elite's nicest auto-flip player in 1991-92. Im light and have a smooth riding style, so it should not be any issue there . (sales of LDs were often relegated to very small sections. We discuss anything having to do with laserdiscs. LightBulbFilm wrote: Yaanu wrote: On the subject of standardization for transfers, one person who is spearheading a preservation project is using the following specifications: The format used (as an ideal) is: AVI, 720x540 (4:3) or 960x540 (16:9). Pioneer Electronics—one of the format's largest supporters/investors—was also deeply involved in the karaoke business in Japan, and used LaserDiscs as the storage medium for music and additional content such as graphics. If I am looking at something and I see something worth money, as in 30 plus I dont mind. Next › Last » Sort: End date: newest first LaserDisc Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon S Movie Ver Laser Disc With Obi Japan VC Sold for 95. Shops that Sell Laserdiscs in the UK? Page 1 of 1 [ 18 posts ] Previous topic | Next topic: Author Message; hippiedalek: Post subject: Shops that Sell Laserdiscs in the UK? Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 8:16 am . Kia Ora mate! Tēnā koe e hoa! Kia kaha. At least here in Norway, it is extremely low demand for laserdiscs. Post subject: Blank Laserdiscs. I don't think the varying heights thing is right. The Star Wars widescreen discs sell for around $10-15 each on ebay. Most popular LaserDiscs last Month. Shucks, 33 1/3 LP vinyl is making a comeback. 9 percent aren’t worth less than a penny and obsolete. It was a total package, a wonder of text, image and sound. LaserDisc machines were not cheap and neither were the discs. The glue they used with the early discs is the culprit. Mostly my LD buying and selling is hit and miss. 1. 3K subscribers in the LaserDisc community. The design and construction of the XOSS G+ cycling computer are truly impressive. I have two laserdisc. Limited Issue:. , Feb 15, 2014. $49. I don't. Vidiot, Feb 16, 2014. , Feb 15,. ago. They paved the way for. Your old LDs might be worth up to $250 or more. Or display. Reply reply. RLV discs that would be compatible with Laserdisc recorders are usually a maroon or red-ish dye colour. In all we built 6 of them, two shelves high, 16" wide, 14" deep. - The RLV blanks were very expensive on their own. Laserdiscs vary -- older ones most certainly look worse than VHS, which despite it's ubiquity is IMO the worst home video format for quality. Worth it just to hear Grace Slick: Laserdiscs look really nice on mine too, I have them running through a scaler and they are totally watchable. Is there anyway to fix (reset?) this or did I totally ruin it? Is it worth taking to a repair shop? It seems a damn nice player, 2-sided play/s-vid etc. The two boxes fit nicely in the back of the car. The list of most desirable/collectable LDs includes: The Beach - Released in 2000 right at the end of LD's lifetime; only released in Japan. Howie Mandel Cutting Up Laserdisc - SEALED! Laser Disc 1987 Beautiful! RARE! $9. I recall paying $30-$40 for what would be considered "vanilla" releases nowadays. Tetsuryu • 1 yr. thank you!Yes. The U. Well now that I'm selling off a few titles ($28 for all four BTW), and I'm pulling these receipts out of the jackets: 12/3/95 Apollo 13 LTBX THX Sale Price $40. 3 #1 On cover: More than 8300 Laserdiscs & 1500 DVDs listed. $59. Ur gonna need to be willing to spend some serious money on this1165 posts · Joined 2001. I couldn't remember that name at the time. The most recent laserdisc player for sale here on SNA was earlier this month for $100 in Tasmania. The disc is also worth more if the disc has more special features and extras. #1. Unfortunately, LD's downfall began with the rise of DVDs (which happened around the late 90's) -- the recent arrival of Blu-ray into the mainstream pretty much made those old LaserDiscs obsolete, for good. OK, I don't feel bad in buying it and eBay confirming its low prices. They aren't CD's. Are this LaserDiscs worth anything? I found a bunch of LaserDiscs and have tried to find their value on LDDb, but most of them don't even have sales history. 1 2 3 4 5. Also if any of you have a LD-S2 let me know please!Went through 3 laserdisc players that were all labeled as “used” on eBay and arrived in my home non-functional. It is. I almost never buy anything for more that retail. 7. 2 #2. If none of the above helps, then it's something with the player. LaserDiscs that are still sealed and in mint or new condition are worth more money. 00 postage. I distinctly remember buying early dvd and bluray releases that had the same content as packed laserdisc releases, but sold for $25-$30 vs the $100 and. Very odd implementation of the technology. Pioneer stopped making them in 2008 or 2009. 17 shipping. Kyrsten Brad. My memory is that the S/N ratio was maybe 48dB on a good day; with DVD, the S/N was at least 10dB higher, roughly 55dB-58dB, which is a huge increase. The Matrix was like $40-70 when it came out. 1. But is this worth anything? Or is it garbage? also, what is the star wars laserdiscs worth (empire strikes back, etc. S. 00, this is the 3rd or 4th time it has been listed, opening bid is $60, so the market right now won't even support $60 dollars right now. Show reply. No, I don't have anything CED related. There may well be discs "worth" $20 in there, but whatever. Last visit was: Mon Mar 13, 2023 10:37 pm: It is currently Mon Mar 13, 2023 10:37 pmPost subject: Disney Laserdiscs - Are They Worth It? Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2013 8:14 pm . No it is not. 10,000 titles had already come out, and believe me, those were noisy and crappy compared to. Are LaserDiscs worth anything? First and foremost, a LaserDisc must be rare and in high demand by collectors. Just visit your collection page to get min/average/max historicals values + a more realistic number based on recent transactions. CLV Laserdiscs reproduce analog video in a format that avoids all of these problems. By 2001, LaserDisc had beenLot of 20 Laserdiscs - All Different Genres Many Rare Films & Classics Tested. Try pawn shops or collectable stores. you’re saying i should hold onto my laserdiscs. These could be listed as single sale on craigs/ebay. I bought some Opera laserdiscs from the goodwill at $2 each.