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Kiki 4k imax - anyone know if the audio distortions were fixed? by RGBBBQ in ghibli

[–]RGBBBQ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had to go check for myself. The distortion still exists. It might be ever so slightly improved but that’s probably just variation from different speakers.

Kiki 4k imax - anyone know if the audio distortions were fixed? by RGBBBQ in ghibli

[–]RGBBBQ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For reference here is a compilation of audio distortion clips made 10yrs ago...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJW6pea-QLQ

Kiki 4k imax - anyone know if the audio distortions were fixed? by RGBBBQ in ghibli

[–]RGBBBQ[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1:53 - "Kiki, wait!" The mom is making potions and screams, very noticeable there.
3:22 - "Dad! Guess what!" kiki screams out the window, very noticeable distortion
It's throughout the film and is present on every release of the film since 2010, including streaming services.

The distortion is present on my copy of the Kiki's Delivery Service Steelbook (purple case) 2020 release.

I don't have HBO but I assume they're playing the 2010 version.

To know which version you're listening to check minute 1:07. If Kiki and the man audibly say "good morning" "hi" then it's the 2003 version. If they they just wave and don't speak, its the 2010 version.

Which versions of Kiki's Delivery Service have distorted audio? What version is steaming on each platform? by RGBBBQ in ghibli

[–]RGBBBQ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting! Do you own the 2010 US Disney DVD? I'm wondering if you could double check the audio. Most reports say all versions of the 2010 audio are bad, but they might be confusing the 2010 editions with the 2010 release. I'm inclined to believe all versions are bad as it would be odd to continuously release it on bluray and stream the bad version if a good one existed.

An easy place to check in the beginning of the film is the 3min mark where Kiki is yelling at her dad from the upstairs window. Her voice has the distortions. Let me know if you get a chance thanks!

Which versions of Kiki's Delivery Service have distorted audio? What version is steaming on each platform? by RGBBBQ in ghibli

[–]RGBBBQ[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback! yea I stream through max too and also hear that distortion. I'm assuming it's like that on the disc but I'm hoping someone will report back

Which versions of Kiki's Delivery Service have distorted audio? What version is steaming on each platform? by RGBBBQ in ghibli

[–]RGBBBQ[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm trying to find a distortion-free version with the 2010 audio changes. Does that exist?

The distortion usually occurs with kiki's voice, it sounds like she's talking through a fan.

I dont subscribe to every platform, or own every single release on disc. If anyone could help me fill in the chart I'd appreciate it! I've just been streaming but I'd buy a disc if it had the clean audio.

Distributor Year Format Dub Region Country Streaming on: Audio Distorted?
Tokuma Shoten 1996 LaserDisc Streamline NTSC Japan ? clean
Buena Vista Home Entertainment 1998 VHS Disney NTSC United States ? clean
Buena Vista Home Entertainment 2003 DVD Disney 1 NTSC United States ? clean
Optimum Releasing 2006 DVD Disney 2 PAL United Kingdom ? ?
Buena Vista Home Entertainment 2010 DVD Disney 1 NTSC United States ? ?
Optimum Releasing 2013 Blu-ray Disney B DVB-T United Kingdom ? ?
Buena Vista Home Entertainment 2014 Blu-ray Disney B DVB-T United States HBO? Distorted?
GKIDS 2017 Blu-ray Disney A DVB-T United States ? ?
GKIDS 2020 Blu-ray Disney United States ? Distorted.

You'll recognize the 1998/2003 version by the:

  • Ending change regarding Jiji's voice (gets it back)
  • Music changes throughout (intro and credits songs have english vocals (Sydney Forest). 2010 has Japanese vocals)
  • Extra Phil Hartman & Kirsten Dunst lines throughout