Mecha Commando
02-10-2009, 10:38 AM
DBZ is being updated and re-aired in Japan (Or as they say it, "refreshed"). There are some extensive changes to the series, especially regarding the episode count. Check it out:
http://daizex.com/misc_stuff/dbz_jp_tv_refresh.jpg
*The DBZ TV series is receiving an extensive "refresh" for Japanese television airing
*This is a celebration of the 20th anniversary of DBZ
*While based on the original animation production, it is being updated with new technology
*This includes extending the frames for formatting on an HD 16:9 display (note: not cropping the image)
*The original Japanese cast is re-grouping to re-voice the show (where available, and unfortunately not including those that have passed on, such as Hirotaka Suzuoki [Tenshinhan])
*Sound effects are being updated
*Unlike the general show, the OPs and EDs are being completely redone
*While not in the above announcement, other reports are noting that the number of episodes is being reduced from 291 to approximately 100
*This begins 05 April 2009 @ 9 am
source : Daizenshuu EX (http://daizex.com/)
Not sure how I feel about altering the sound effects and re-recording the voice cast. On the other hand, non-cropped HD should be gorgeous. Also, cutting the series down to 100 episodes will either be the best decision ever or the worst. Have to see what they cut.
http://daizex.com/misc_stuff/dbz_jp_tv_refresh.jpg
*The DBZ TV series is receiving an extensive "refresh" for Japanese television airing
*This is a celebration of the 20th anniversary of DBZ
*While based on the original animation production, it is being updated with new technology
*This includes extending the frames for formatting on an HD 16:9 display (note: not cropping the image)
*The original Japanese cast is re-grouping to re-voice the show (where available, and unfortunately not including those that have passed on, such as Hirotaka Suzuoki [Tenshinhan])
*Sound effects are being updated
*Unlike the general show, the OPs and EDs are being completely redone
*While not in the above announcement, other reports are noting that the number of episodes is being reduced from 291 to approximately 100
*This begins 05 April 2009 @ 9 am
source : Daizenshuu EX (http://daizex.com/)
Not sure how I feel about altering the sound effects and re-recording the voice cast. On the other hand, non-cropped HD should be gorgeous. Also, cutting the series down to 100 episodes will either be the best decision ever or the worst. Have to see what they cut.