Comments on: New releases

By: lug_nutz6

lug_nutz6 — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 11:50:30 +0000

WOW…thanks for all the responses! The package was shipped via FedEx. I think that every single overseas package of mine has been opened in the last year. This is the first real issue I’ve had so I’m hoping it’s a fluke, but we’ll see…cause it’s not going to stop be from getting more Floyd.

By: DLee

DLee — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:48:53 +0000

That’s funny maybe in the sense of some irony, but certainly not in the sense of “ha-ha” funny. Very sorry to hear about all the problems – that would certainly get me pissed, but fortunately so far I’ve yet to have anything significantly damaged. In fact, of all the many, many packages that I’ve received over the years, I seem to remember that only a couple may have been opened. But now, after hearing such disturbing news, I’ve become quite concerned about the packages that I’m going to be getting from now on.

By: wgpsec

wgpsec — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 16:50:14 +0000

My packages were shipped Fed Ex and still opened by US Customs. Even having the titles shipped without jewel cases didn’t help.

By: eric99

eric99 — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:53:52 +0000

That’s funny. I’ve never had anything opened by customs. Hope I’m not speaking to soon either. Lately I’ve been having my discs shipped via Fedex.

By: brianvy

brianvy — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 08:40:54 +0000

A few years ago I had the same problem with a digipak DVD (placed at top of the package) that was opened by US Customs (I believe the shipment originated from Europe in this case). The front cover was sliced laterally (boxcutter) much to my chagrin… I’ve had basically all packages coming from Asia and a couple from Europe opened but only in this single case damaging the actual contents. Totally unacceptable IMO but the folks working these jobs are probably payed to not care.

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 07:15:17 +0000

There’s no stopping Customs from rifling through anything unfortunately. I’ve had items (jewel cased and otherwise) damaged or even stolen in the past. Best thing to do is have your packages insured whenever possible – usually it’s only a couple dollars extra for more than enough coverage. Further, apart from requesting adequate packing materials, it helps to make sure the correct customs form is attached detailing the contents accurately. But, no matter what, it’s always a roll of the dice.

By: wgpsec

wgpsec — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:47:07 +0000

I too have dealt with this issue. I would say every second or third package I get from overseas has been opened and resealed by US Customs, sometimes delaying the shipment by a day or two. I don’t know what they are looking for but luckily nothing has ever been damaged. There is probably nothing we can do about it.

By: lug_nutz6

lug_nutz6 — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:51:12 +0000

OK, I just need to vent and possibly get some advise. I just received my copies of ‘First Australian Show’ and ‘Atom Hyde Park.’ US costumes opened the package with such brutality, the cover of ‘FAS’ is cut and bent. Has anybody else had this issue with overseas shipments of non-jewel case paperboard artwork? I guess since the CD is intact I should be happy, because the music is the most important thing…but still, I love the artwork and price I paid…ARGH! Thanks for listening!

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 14:32:22 +0000

The reasons for the omission will be discussed in my forthcoming review – and this shouldn’t detract from the value of this release whatsoever. Of course, a complete set would be ideal, but like I said, both of these items are very much welcome.

By: brianvy

brianvy — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:38:28 +0000

While still welcome, it appears that ‘First Australian Show’ (GR 321) is an incomplete show, omitting the encore ‘A Saucerful Of Secrets’.

By: Plomerus

Plomerus — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:03:49 +0000

Yes indeed, it’s August 13th and both of these Floyd items are very much welcome.

By: DLee

DLee — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:06:49 +0000

Isn’t the date of the Pink Floyd show in Australia in 1971 actually August 13th instead of Sept. 13th? Anyway, I’m looking forward to it.