Paramount [Blu-ray] Sapphire Series

[blued888]

I'm quite surprised nobody has posted about Gladiator, Braveheart and Forrest Gump being released on Blu.

Paramount Sapphire Series, I believe, is a new label for their blockbuster hits being released on Blu-ray.

Gladiator and Braveheart will be released on September 1, 2009 while Forrest Gump will be released on November 3, 2009.

[coffeetiger]

Yup, heard about it.  All three titles are up for preorder at amazon - $27.99 each.  I'm definitely picking up Braveheart and Gladiator. 

[JAQY888]

cover art and details here ---> http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php?topic=66355.1260#lastPost

HTH 

[barrister]

'Saving Private Ryan' Blu-ray Detailed
Tue Feb 16, 2010 at 01:00 PM ET

Steven Spielberg's Academy Award-winning masterpiece is coming to Blu-ray this May, and now it has been fully detailed.

As previously reported, Paramount is bringing 'Saving Private Ryan,' starring Tom Hanks, Edward Burns, and Matt Damon, to Blu-ray as part of the Sapphire Series on May 4.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Paramount/Disc_Announcements/Saving_Private_Ryan_Blu-ray_Detailed/4234

[pchin]

'Saving Private Ryan' Blu-ray Detailed
Tue Feb 16, 2010 at 01:00 PM ET

O-yeah, looking forward to this one! Also heard they will re-release Gladiator (this year) after receiving plenty complaints from videophille Blu-fan boys & achieved average reviews only on its PQ rating. So for those who haven't bought Gladiator may want to wait for this.

[ThePatriot]

pre ordered SPR...

rumored GE steelbook

[barrister]

I just noticed that Saving Private Ryan has an audio sync problem from chapter 15 onwards.  And it's big, maybe more than 50 ms.

I've heard about DTS sync issues on some SD DVD titles, but I haven't heard of Dolby sync issues on SD DVD.  That's one of the reasons why I prefer Dolby.

The problem with Saving Private Ryan on BD is that English audio is DTS-only.

[anya618]

me product alert na sa saving private ryan blu ray at amazon

Product Alert: Due to a manufacturer error in the audio quality of this Blu-ray Disc, this product is no longer available. A corrected product will be available for sale shortly, you can sign up above to be notified when the new ASIN is available. We greatly apologize for any inconvenience.

[alihug]

pag Sapphire series talaga, sigurado may problema...just as what happened to Gladiator!

[pchin]

Ah I thought I had ordered it but actually it was still in my Amazon basket & now of course it's removed na as per anya618's explanation.  Hope they get it right...

pag Sapphire series talaga, sigurado may problema...just as what happened to Gladiator!

True...they screw up again. I'd say it's a "Problematic Series" 

[coffeetiger]

pag Sapphire series talaga, sigurado may problema...just as what happened to Gladiator!

It's fast becoming the "sapal" series      

[barrister]

 

Sayang nga yung Saving Private Ryan.  Maganda talaga ang sound and picture ng BD na ito, except for the slight audio sync glitch.  

Color Saturation is now higher but still maintains a natural vintage look, black levels are deep, and grain is intact.  If you've seen this several times on other video formats, it's the vast improvement in fine detail that you'll immediately notice (except of course for the parts where the picture has intentional lens flare and internal lens reflections).

Mabuti pa yung Minority Report, hindi pala Sapphire Series, pero iyon dapat ang Sapphire.

[gilghost]

aww was about to buy saving private ryan and braveheart good thing i checked this site muna...

[pchin]

Reviewer Nate Boss gave Saving Private Ryan a perfect 5-star for both PQ & AQ! Absolutely Must Own!

His comments on the sync issue:

"Now, one last thing. There have been reports from readers about the audio going "out of sync" from chapter 15 onward. Using my Playstation 3, I noticed lips did line up with spoken word, and, realistically, some shots show impact before their sound is heard. I could not register a complaint using my primary player. Utilizing my LG BH100, I found no sync issues in the reported problem areas. It appears that this is an issue affecting particular players. Since I cannot get the glitch to work on either of my players, I cannot dock this release based on the reports of others."

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/3017/savingprivateryan.html

[coffeetiger]

Reviewer Nate Boss gave Saving Private Ryan a perfect 5-star for both PQ & AQ! Absolutely Must Own!

His comments on the sync issue:

"Now, one last thing. There have been reports from readers about the audio going "out of sync" from chapter 15 onward. Using my Playstation 3, I noticed lips did line up with spoken word, and, realistically, some shots show impact before their sound is heard. I could not register a complaint using my primary player. Utilizing my LG BH100, I found no sync issues in the reported problem areas. It appears that this is an issue affecting particular players. Since I cannot get the glitch to work on either of my players, I cannot dock this release based on the reports of others."

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/3017/savingprivateryan.html

Not everyone experienced this problem, not sure if it is the disc itself or if it is a problem affecting particular players.  All the same, paramount has already acknowledged it and I think Saving Private Ryan is no longer available for sale at Amazon.  I hear they are going to release a new version (a corrected one). 

aww was about to buy saving private ryan and braveheart good thing i checked this site muna...

Braveheart has outstanding PQ and AQ.  Best version out there, so go and get your copy.  It is a definite must-have. 

[barrister]

Reviewer Nate Boss gave Saving Private Ryan a perfect 5-star for both PQ & AQ! Absolutely Must Own!

His comments on the sync issue:

"Now, one last thing. There have been reports from readers about the audio going "out of sync" from chapter 15 onward. Using my Playstation 3, I noticed lips did line up with spoken word, and, realistically, some shots show impact before their sound is heard. I could not register a complaint using my primary player. Utilizing my LG BH100, I found no sync issues in the reported problem areas. It appears that this is an issue affecting particular players. Since I cannot get the glitch to work on either of my players, I cannot dock this release based on the reports of others."

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/3017/savingprivateryan.html

No, that can't be right.  He tested it on a PS3 and an LG, and he concludes that it's "an issue affecting particular players".  

But many PS3 users have reported different results, with some saying there's a sync delay, and some saying there's none.  Therefore, the reasonable conclusion is that the sync delay is there, but it's so small that some people notice it, while others don't.

If Nate Boss tested it on 2 players and he can't see any sync delay, that doesn't necessarily mean that sync is OK.  It may also mean that he can't detect any sync delay smaller than 75 ms., that's why he won't be able to detect it no matter what player he uses.

Nate Boss states in his review:

"Using my Playstation 3, I noticed lips did line up with spoken word...".  

Yet in his post on the review thread, Nate Boss (using his "project-blu" handle) admits that there is some lip sync glitch after all:

"sky, i'll agree, there is a moment with Davies and his translation of the song that seems out of place, but as you stated, it is pretty obvious ADR, so that may be an inherent problem."  

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/blu-ray-software-general-discussion/103737-saving-private-ryan-high-def-digest-review-5.html

[pchin]

No, that can't be right.  He tested it on a PS3 and an LG, and he concludes that it's "an issue affecting particlar players". 

But Many PS3 users have reported different results, with some saying there's a sync delay, and some saying there's none.  Therefore, the reasonable conclusion is that the sync delay is there, but it's so small that some people notice it, while others don't.

If Nate Boss tested it on 2 players and he can't see any sync delay, that doesn't necessarily mean that sync is OK.  It may also mean that he can't detect any sync delay smaller than 75 ms., that's why he won't be able to detect it no matter what player he uses.

Yup agree. Hence, let the studio fix the issue & I'd wait for the new batch of release.

[pchin]

Saving Private Ryan Blu-ray Audio Issue Confirmed/Return Instructions

We have received word from Paramount confirming that the error was due to quality control issues at Technicolor. As part of the Paramount's and Techicolor's continued dedication to providing consumers with the best possible Blu-ray experience, they have setup a replacement program for the defective discs. Those who have purchased the disc can either return the disc to the retailer or contact Technicolor directly at  888-370-8621  888-370-8621  for the US or Canada and 08000-852-613 in the UK. Technicolor expects replacement discs to be at retailers by May 18th.

blu-ray.com

[alihug]

This was on thedigitalbits.com, a little more detailed:

PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT RECALLING SAVING PRIVATE RYAN SAPPHIRE SERIES BLU-RAY DISCS

Replacement Product to be Available at Retail by Tuesday, May 18

[barrister]

From DVDTalk:

The new Saving Private Ryan with corrected audio has a yellow UPC sticker. Disc one is now blue instead of gray.

[coffeetiger]

^ this is good news.  can't wait to receive my copy of saving private ryan w/ corrected audio. 

[ment]

Jeez It'll be more expensive for me to return it to the US from here ...

pero in fairness di ko napansin yung audio sync issue ......