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General => Current & Future L-E Projects => Topic started by: YaoiBoy on April 11, 2006, 02:51:29 am
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Well folks... Announcement time.
Sailor Stars is coming! :D
BUT, we have something no one else can touch: MULTICHANNEL AUDIO! That's right. We are remasting the audio from the original soundtrack CDs. Sailor Stars was yet another show with stereo OST masters that got released in mono. Well, we are going to give this series the respect it deserves. Download the opening animation and hear the difference!
The file format will be MP4, containing h.264 video w/ 5.1 AC3 and mono MP3 audio - another first in the world of fansubbing. Go Live-eviL! :o
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Avast Me hearties!!!!
Yes Yaoiboy is awsome. Yes, Live-eviL is better than other subbers, who are stupid.
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I can't thank you enough for this. I've just watched the episode and I was blown away by the quality and attention to detail. I was fond of the old VKLL subs, but these new releases really look like they're going to be something special. I'd also like to thank you for the separate avi release: there are some of us who can't get mp4 to work to any satisfactory degree, so I'm glad to see that there are two versions.
Although... if I could put on my fanboy cap for a moment, there's a tiny error I wanted to point out to you. I love that you've translated the voice acting credits, but you've listed the "Mystery Voice" as Nishihara Kumiko, when it was actually Horie Mitsuko. Since Nishihara appears earlier in the credits as Diana, I guess this is most likely a typographical error of some sort.
So, apologies for my lapse into anal retention - I wouldn't want you to think it mars what amounts to a wonderful release. Thanks again, and I'll look forward to subsequent episodes.
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Okay folks...
Here is the question:
What file format would you prefer to have for the h264 version?
Here are the choices:
1) MP4 file with h264 video and bog standard remastered aac audio but not 5.1 (2.0 stereo) - CURRENTLY USED FORMAT
2) MKV file with h264 video (hard subbed) with 5.1 surround ac3 audio
3) AVI file with h264 video with 5.1 surround ac3 audio
All choices include the original mono track as well. The XviD version will continue to be released as is. The next release will be based on the answers we receive here. HE-AAC 5.1 is not being offered as an option because I'd prefer not to compress the audio any more than necessary. The music is very dynamic and AC3 will let it sound it's best. ^_^
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Hi, my first post. First I'd like to say you guys rock ;D. It's good to see a new translation, rather than a rehash of the VKLL ones. And the remastered audio is awesome, good job and thank you.
What file format would you prefer to have for the h264 version?
Here are the choices:
1) MP4 file with h264 video and bog standard remastered aac audio but not 5.1 (2.0 stereo) - CURRENTLY USED FORMAT
2) MKV file with h264 video (hard subbed) with 5.1 surround ac3 audio
3) AVI file with h264 video with 5.1 surround ac3 audio
I don't mind AVI, but I have grown quite fond of MKV so I'm picking option 2, MKV.
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All I have to say is THANK YOU!! ;D
I was just thinking the other day of pulling out my old Vkill tapes. Definitely worth the re-watch.
I am glad that this was picked up.. I just hope that nothing happens before you guys finish releasing the series.
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You guys so ROCK as someone said before I also enjoy VKLL's copies but I just watched your release and all I could say is wow! :o I would like to ask a couple of questions before voting,
1. a, Does anyone view their anime in Winamp here?
1. b, Can you view H264 files in Winamp, if so how?
I goofed and voted for H264 when I thought that was what I was viewing. (GOMEN) I was actually viewing it via avi in Winamp.
Keep up the fantastic work between this and NANA I think I love you guys!
~ Daisuki-chan
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Preferred means of viewing h264 is using media player classic.
Recommended setup is ffdshow latest build + haali media spliter + media player classic for any and all h264 type files.
It's a rather long and complex explanation about the differences between the 3 different types of h264 files.
MP4 -
It's the most pure format and most standards compliant but can't support AC3 native audio tracks only AAC
MKV -
Yes it supports AC3 but not everyone can get it to work right and dislike it on princple
AVI -
h264 in AVI is a bit of a hack but also takes ac3 tracks.
It's kinda a bit of the devil and deep blue sea situation and fansubbing as a whole hasn't really picked one standard format for the distribution of h264. Theres always the xvid release to fall back on but for those who prefer the better vid quality that h264 offers we're giving people the choice of how they want their poison.
-gumbaloom
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Preferred means of viewing h264 is using media player classic.
Recommended setup is ffdshow latest build + haali media spliter + media player classic for any and all h264 type files.
MKV -
Yes it supports AC3 but not everyone can get it to work right and dislike it on princple
-gumbaloom
Haali media splitter should handle the MKV container nicely. MKV is s a great container and I use it when I do any encoding for myself.
Have you thought about looking into the CCCP (http://cccp-project.net), it uses the things you mentioned, and it would get everybody on the same page as far as playback is concerned.
What it installs:
* Haali Media Splitter 2006-02-25 (MKV,MP4,OGM,AVI)
o Required for compliant MKV playback. Attempts to disable other MKV splitters on the system. This filter is also used for MP4 and OGM, as well as AVI. AVI is not used by default in the pack and is not recommended to do so. You will, however, need the OGM and MP4 parts for playing those files, as Windows doesn't understand those formats by itself.
* VSFilter 2.37 (SSA/ASS,SRT,VOBSUB subtitles)
o Displays subtitles. It will attempt to disable any previous DirectVobSub installations you might have.
* ffdshow 2006-04-30 CCCP build (H.264/AVC,DivX,XviD, various audio formats etc.)
o Decodes H.264, XviD, DivX, and generic MPEG-4 video. Also used for audio decoding with the following formats turned on by default: AAC, Vorbis, MP3, AC3, DTS, FLAC, TTA. If you would like to turn off ffdshow decoding for a specific video or audio format, read further down for instructions on how to do it properly. Note: this is a stripped-down and well tested ffdshow build. Do NOT assume that you can replace it with any other ffdshow version.
* WMV9VCM
o Required to play WMV9 content if you don't have Windows Media Player 9 or 10, Windows Media Format SDK, or Microsoft Codec Installation Package for Windows Media Player 7.1 installed - ffdshow can't decode WMV9. If any of those are installed, then WMV9VCM will be ignored during playback (even if it was installed by CCCP) and the WMV9 codecs that come with them will be used instead (which is a good thing).
* Gabest's MPV (MPEG2) Decoder 1.0.0.3
o Decodes MPEG2 video (the stuff on a DVD). Used instead of ffdshow for a number of reasons.
* Media Player Classic 6.4.9.0
o Media Player Classic, one of the two recommended players. Choose this one or Zoom Player according to your preference.
* Zoom Player Standard 4.51
o The other recommended player. Other players are NOT supported; see the Media Players page.
Edit: fixed typo
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I actually ended up setting up Zoom Player as someone from Animesuki suggested and now am able to view H264 but I still wish H264 played in Winamp.
I have to vote with my beliefs and love of Winamp, so I may be in the minority
but I vote for #3 AVI
The good news is whatever gets voted on I can still view the episodes. Thanks for the info though I do appreciate it...
~Daisuki-chan
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I'll abstain from the vote as I favour the XviD version anyway. On the subject of MP4s, though... I've only ever been able to get them to play properly in Zoom Player. I know they can (in principle) be played in MPC as well, but I'm still not keen on any format supported by such a limited number of players.
But yeah, I appreciate you guys making an XviD version for us less well-equipped types. Cheers!
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Quick update -
168 is with the editor
169 is translated and will be sent to the editor once 168 is processed.
-gumbaloom
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2. MKV
or
1. MP4
both are ok.
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U can just get Kazaa Lite Codec Pack and all codecs are there. I don't think Media Player Classic is a good choice for old systems because it used lotsa sources and has low decoding speed....How about trying mPlayer?
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U can just get Kazaa Lite Codec Pack and all codecs are there.
Eww, that's disgusting. :P
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Eww, that's disgusting. :P
Why is that disgusting? ???The only disgusting parts are where you have to select the exact codecs you want to be installed and how you are made to uninstall so many stuff beforehand...(which actually saves disk space ;D). Otherwise...
Personally, I dislike Media Player Classic...I am on a 867 MHz, so I get poor video decoding speed and my audio is always faster than the video. >:(So I don't really download mkv nowadays, to avoid Media Player Classic. I stick to AVI, since Winamp will play it. :) Some mkvs can be played using VideoLan, but not all. :( mPlayer seems to pick up anything, long as it doesn't use 'rare' codecs. 8) However, it deson't have some essential features required for easy playback. :-\
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Codec packs like that are not really good. They just throw a bunch of codecs together and let you pick through a bunch of them during install, most of which are for the exact same thing. If your not careful, you can screw things up with them.
The CCCP uses only the relevant DirectShow filters for anything that's needed, and comes with optimal settings. And you don't have to use Media Player Classic with it, Windows Media Player, as well as any other player that supports DirectShow will work with it. But MPC is one of the preferred players. Please look over their FAQ, it can explain it much better than I can.
Now, with 867Mhz, you should get good playback. Unless your using on-board video. If you are using onboard, getting a cheap video card can help you quite a bit.
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Nah, I'm not using onboard.
Anyways,
Hi Users and future users,
This has something do with all our current projects. Please follow the link below to visit my poll and place your votes. ;D
http://forum.live-evil.org/index.php?topic=973.0
-Reasons for clarifying your votes would be truly appreciated. :D
-Tsubasa
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Now, with 867Mhz, you should get good playback. Unless your using on-board video. If you are using onboard, getting a cheap video card can help you quite a bit.
I hardly get a good playback with Media Player Classic...especially for DVD rips. AVI works well, but I can use Winamp for them. Recently I've started using mPlayer and VideoLan for my Matroska playback. And I'm not using onboard.
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:D I would like to thank L-E for the hardwork on Sailor Moon Sailor Stars and I appreciate that they are providing an Xvid version which plays fantastic in Winamp.....Keep 'em coming, we are patient.....
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:D I would like to thank L-E for the hardwork on Sailor Moon Sailor Stars and I appreciate that they are providing an Xvid version which plays fantastic in Winamp.....Keep 'em coming, we are patient.....
Glad that you are enjoying it. I hope you had a chance to try out the new sound! I don't know if Winamp allows you to switch audio streams. :D
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Glad that you are enjoying it. I hope you had a chance to try out the new sound! I don't know if Winamp allows you to switch audio streams. :D
Not sure but it sounds fantastic compared to my VKLL vhs fansubs. I dled them off of Kazaa in '02. The hard work is definitely appreciated...I can hear the difference, no static, plus the picture is fabulous so great job! ;D
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Hi guys,
Gumbaloom just send me the next batch of raws for audio remastering. Stay tuned! :D
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Hi guys,
Gumbaloom just send me the next batch of raws for audio remastering. Stay tuned! :D
I thought wed finally have some Harlock releasin!!!! >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
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/me wonders how long it will take to get the complete series out.
Don't be impatient fans. ~~~
Quality subs take time.
-Tsubasa
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when will the next batch of Sailor Stars be ready for download???
I dont mean to sound impatient... it just feels like forever since 169 was uploaded. It's just great to finally get a chance to have proper translated subs with proper remastered DVD rip quality from Japan.
Is there a date that the next ones will b on the net, and is there like a timeline of like.. so many months b4 each episode is released etc.
Thanks
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The next episodes are being worked on. Next time you get Stars, you'll get a few episodes at once. But time? No idea.
-Tsubasa
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/me drools over the h264 release of Stars 170, remastered of-course.
-Tsubasa
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gimmie gimmie gimmie it all
"Wipes Mr.Gum to work harder"
~Vash~
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Vas you KNOW what you need to do if you want me to give you more of your fix
;)
-gumbaloom
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Vas you KNOW what you need to do if you want me to give you more of your fix
;)
-gumbaloom
Yes, but that's just dirty.
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That might be so but I own Mr Vash's behind so he kneels down and gives it !
-gumbaloom
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My my, Usagi will be sad. :(
-Tsubasa
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But ya see Vash is mine.
I own his ass, he kneels and takes it all on command.
D:
-gumbaloom
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I just noticed something while watching the remastered version of episode 168, when Usagi is transforming into Eternal Sailor Moon I think all the SFX are missing. I switched to the mono for a second and I realized this (I also realized what a drastic improvement the remaster was). Or am I not hearing it because my headphones on my laptop suck?
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i was not sure where to put this info. Since this thread is about remastering Sailor Moon from mono to stereo, i will put it here.
Today i was reminding the old days of watching sailor moon back on tv and so i skimmed through several season 3 dvds. (Geneon R1 Box Set) When I got to my most favourite episode i was close to a heart attack.
Even though the opening, ending theme and sfx were mono, all background music of the final 3 episodes were actually in crystal clear stereo sound. (in the japanese audio track only) I did not hear this last time i checked the dvds since i did not use head phones as i did now. I am talking of the final episode of the multipart finale and the two season outro episode where chibiusa (am i allowed to say her name? ;) is going back home.
Can anyone verify this?
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I just noticed something while watching the remastered version of episode 168, when Usagi is transforming into Eternal Sailor Moon I think all the SFX are missing. I switched to the mono for a second and I realized this (I also realized what a drastic improvement the remaster was). Or am I not hearing it because my headphones on my laptop suck?
Haha... good catch! I did indeed forget to put in the sound FX during the transformation in 168. This is fixed in later episodes. Hopefully, this show will get moving again soon. I really miss it. :'(
Thanks,
YaoiBoy
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Haha... good catch! I did indeed forget to put in the sound FX during the transformation in 168. This is fixed in later episodes. Hopefully, this show will get moving again soon. I really miss it. :'(
Thanks,
YaoiBoy
I hope it gets moving along too, and great job on the remaster :)