Great price on Playboy - The 50's & Rolling Stone Every Issue DVD-Roms at B&N

[brianluvdvd]

Looks like Barnes & Noble have clearanced out these collections which both have normal list prices of $125 & $100. Now they are just $24.98 each (or $22.48 if you have a B&N card). It also appears these deals are available in the stores as well.

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641890970&itm=2

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?WRD=playboy+dvd&z=y

You get free shipping if your order is over $25. I have several comic book collections on DVD-rom and it is really cool having an entire library right there on a disc.

[JohnBeas]

Fantastic deal - I'm in for Rolling Stone. Thanks for the post!

Also, check the Barnes & Noble Coupon thread in this forum for a 25% off coupon!

[bloopbleep]

Looks like Barnes & Noble have clearanced out these collections which both have normal list prices of $125 & $100. Now they are just $24.98 each (or $22.48 if you have a B&N card). It also appears these deals are available in the stores as well.

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641890970&itm=2

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?WRD=playboy+dvd&z=y

You get free shipping if your order is over $25. I have several comic book collections on DVD-rom and it is really cool having an entire library right there on a disc. wow great deal, I wonder what my girlfriend who I live with would say if I got caught reading the playboys. lol.

[Gypo66]

Even with my member discount and using a 25% off coupon, I paid over $10 more for the Rolling Stone set three weeks ago.
Does Barnes & Noble do any sort of price-difference refunds in situations like this (like Amazon)?

[n.phelge]

Thanks for the heads-up - they've had these sets in the 50% off stack, and I've been waiting for them to drop. Also, the Rolling Stone set comes with a voucher for a free year subscription.

Anyone know if they are instore at this price as well?

[Trevor]

Also, the Rolling Stone set comes with a voucher for a free year subscription.

Reminds me of a great truth I read on this forum.

Rolling Stone has/had a deal where they offered a lifetime subscription for $100. People were discussing the best way to take advantage, like by giving the sub to your youngest child to get the most years.

Someone responded; "Better yet, give the lifetime subscription to the child of your worst enemy, that way, they'll grow up to be a leftist with horrible taste in music."

[glennh2os]

Thanks to the OP. I snagged both

[TomOpus]

Thanks, OP. got both also.

[kenbenobi]

I hope you guys didn't forget to use the 25% off coupons from the B&N thread...

[New Rambler]

Use a 25% coupon and add in a cheap $5 bargain book instead of paying $3.99 for shipping.

[wedge]

Anyone know if they are instore at this price as well?

They are. I bought the Rolling Stone set yesterday instore at this price, and saw the Playboy set there as well.

[TomOpus]

I hope you guys didn't forget to use the 25% off coupons from the B&N thread...Thanks to JohnBeas, I remembered to use the coupon. I get them in the mail but I rarely order from BN so I probably deleted it.

[abrg923]

The Rolling Stone link doesn't work.

EDIT: DAMMIT! It's sold out. I really wanted this. Closest B&N is over an hour away...not making the drive.

[Greg613]

Thank you, I picked up the Playboy at my local store.

[Jah-Wren Ryel]

wow great deal, I wonder what my girlfriend who I live with would say if I got caught reading the playboys. lol.

If she's that uptight, that's a sign to get a new girlfriend.

[Tardo317]

Looks like Barnes & Noble have clearanced out these collections which both have normal list prices of $125 & $100. Now they are just $24.98 each (or $22.48 if you have a B&N card). It also appears these deals are available in the stores as well.

Thank you for posting this great deal! I just picked up the Rolling Stone collection for $18.75 at my local store by using the 25% off coupon. My store didn't even have it on the shelves. Customer service had to go into the back room to get it.

[Tardo317]

wow great deal, I wonder what my girlfriend who I live with would say if I got caught reading the playboys. lol.
Just remind her that the women your looking at are now around 70 years old........ :yack:

[DGibFen]

I purchase the Rolling Stone archive, and when I got home opened it.

No DVD-ROMS anywhere. Anyone else get this when they opened their package?

I plan on taking it back, but I can't see them refunding the money.

[domino harvey]

I purchase the Rolling Stone archive, and when I got home opened it.

No DVD-ROMS anywhere. Anyone else get this when they opened their package?

I plan on taking it back, but I can't see them refunding the money.
Looking at the Playboy page, I see that what's actually on sale, despite the picture, is the BOOK that comes with the DVD-Roms, not the DVD-Rom/Book set which still sales for regular price. Buyer Beware etc

[DGibFen]

Looking at the Playboy page, I see that what's actually on sale, despite the picture, is the BOOK that comes with the DVD-Roms, not the DVD-Rom/Book set which still sales for regular price. Buyer Beware etc

Which is odd, because you get the entire package (book, DVD holder, etc.) wrapped, but not the DVD's themselves.

I took it back and they refunded my money, thank goodness.

[abrg923]

Ah...so in other words, this isn't a great price at all.

[brianluvdvd]

Well, the B&N links clearly state that this is the dvd-rom set for both of them. I think you just got a freak one.

[TomOpus]

Looking at the Playboy page, I see that what's actually on sale, despite the picture, is the BOOK that comes with the DVD-Roms, not the DVD-Rom/Book set which still sales for regular price. Buyer Beware etcDamn, you're right. Plus the Rolling Stone link doesn't work.

I'm curious what I'll get in the mail. Looks like I might be taking a trip to a local BN.

[g]

It wont let me cancel online and their customer service is closed until tomorrow. I want to cancel because if you return online orders in store you only get store credit as a refund.

[Subgeniusguy]

What good is the package without the discs? I can't cancel at this point. No discs = refund. Publishing the book probably costs as much if not more than making the discs.

[brianluvdvd]

Looking at the Playboy page, I see that what's actually on sale, despite the picture, is the BOOK that comes with the DVD-Roms, not the DVD-Rom/Book set which still sales for regular price. Buyer Beware etc

But you aren't buying it from Playboy...you are buying it from B&N which clearly states it is an after-holiday sale and shows the dvds in the photo. Actually everything is exactly the same except the price. Others have stated they picked it up at their local store and no one has mentioned not getting the disc for the Playboy set.

Either way I will be glad to take the chance. If it comes in without the discs, I will just return it but I think some of you are jumping the gun. I will post what comes in when I get it.

[g]

The high priced one says "(Hardcover - Book with DVD" the cheap one says "Hardcover-Bargain" Very misleading if this is true that none of the cheap ones have dvd's.

[misterchimpy]

I purchase the Rolling Stone archive, and when I got home opened it.

No DVD-ROMS anywhere. Anyone else get this when they opened their package?

I plan on taking it back, but I can't see them refunding the money.

The Rolling Stone book DOES include the DVDs(4 of them are included, 1 for the reader, the other 3 for the archives). They are in a gatefold package on the left side of the box. There is a cutout on the left side to hold the disc package. I just opened the package and verified this.

Was your copy sealed in plastic? Maybe someone swiped them in the store?

Funny, I saw the deal too late to order online, but printed out a 25% coupon and walked over to the B+N at Prudential Center, where I got the last copy for 18.71 + tax. So thanks OP!

But wait...the deal gets BETTER. If you don't want the Rolling Stone subscription, there are instructions on the card, you can mail it in, along with your receipt, to get 12.95 back. So, you could get the RS archives + book for as low as $5.76 + tax. Remember to save your receipt if you are interested in that.

Yeah I understand that if you want the archives, you probably are also interested in the current magazine. But maybe you already have a subscription, or can get one cheaper elsewhere, or whatever. In any case, it is quite possible to get the whole package for less than $6, if you have a B+N near you.

Thanks again, OP!!!!!!!!!!!

[brianluvdvd]

Looking at the Playboy page, I see that what's actually on sale, despite the picture, is the BOOK that comes with the DVD-Roms, not the DVD-Rom/Book set which still sales for regular price. Buyer Beware etc

I looked at Playboy.com to see what you are talking about and they are selling a copy of the reprint of the 1st issue of Playboy for $25. Yeah, that is included with this set but that is way far away from what is shown and described on B&N's link.

Anyway, whatever.

[n.phelge]

But wait...the deal gets BETTER. If you don't want the Rolling Stone subscription, there are instructions on the card, you can mail it in, along with your receipt, to get 12.95 back. So, you could get the RS archives + book for as low as $5.76 + tax. Remember to save your receipt if you are interested in that.


There was a similar promotion with a Sandisk MP3 player a couple years ago, and sure enough, I sent in the paperwork and got a check for the subscription cost.

[WillieTheShakes]

Looking at the Playboy page, I see that what's actually on sale, despite the picture, is the BOOK that comes with the DVD-Roms, not the DVD-Rom/Book set which still sales for regular price. Buyer Beware etc

I don't know what page you're looking at, but this is from the description of the bargain package (from B&N.com):
"For the first time ever, own a DVD–based, searchable digital archive containing Playboy magazine's entire groundbreaking first decade--every issue--every page--cover to cover. This exclusive box set also comes with a 224–page companion coffee table book chronicling the behind-the-scenes history of Playboy. Plus as a special bonus--a newly printed reissue is included of the extremely rare first issue, featuring Marilyn Monroe!"

[domino harvey]

http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/5151/playboy2kw3.jpg

[cdollaz]

I picked up the last copy of the Rolling Stone one at a local B&N. It wasn't marked at $24.98, but it was in the computer at that price. The 25% coupon also worked along with it.

[Jah-Wren Ryel]

Notice that the circled item on the top includes the DVDs in the picture and the title itself says "Searchable Digital Archive - Every Page, Every Issue" - it would be pretty hard for B&N to weasel out of that one.

List prices are identical. Looks like someone just wiped the "Book With DVD" and replaced it with "Bargain" when they made the entry for the bargain version in their system.

[Tardo317]

I picked up the last copy of the Rolling Stone one at a local B&N. It wasn't marked at $24.98, but it was in the computer at that price. The 25% coupon also worked along with it.
Mine was marked $24.98 (though they had to go into the backroom to get it).

[Tardo317]

Notice that the circled item on the top includes the DVDs in the picture and the title itself says "Searchable Digital Archive - Every Page, Every Issue" - it would be pretty hard for B&N to weasel out of that one.
Also note that the list price is $100.00 for both listings. There's no way a book-only version was ever listing for $100.00. Someone took those DVD's (if not wrapped) or DGibFen got a bad box. Was the disc holder missing or just the discs?

[WillieTheShakes]

http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/5151/playboy2kw3.jpg

Click on the link on the description for the bargain hardcover that says "More" and READ the write-up. Or read the passage I quoted, which I copied from that page, and which explicitly states "a DVD–based, searchable digital archive".

[Greg613]

The Playboy package I picked up contained the discs, a book, and a copy of the first issue. It also had a sticker on it stating the price was $24.98. So at least in store, I can verify this deal is as described.

[misterchimpy]

So...here's a few other things worth pointing out.

On the Playboy book, you can get an additional 5% off by going through this link...www.bn.com/nscs. Unfortunately, they had a 10% off deal that ended yesterday. Or get 5% cash rebate, if you have a Discover card, and go through the shopdiscover link. Or get a few percent cash rebate through various affiliate shopping programs.

Also, the Rolling Stone book is back on the site---at $100!!!!

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbninquiry.asp?EAN=9780979526107&x=53232601

[Lipid]

I was eyeing these booth up a week ago at a B&M barnes and noble. They were half off their list prices on the website. Playboy was $52 and Rolling Stone was around $60. I first noticed this sale a few days ago and instantly placed an order. I figured they both showed the DVDs which is what I wanted and ordered. I guess I'll open then when I get them. I might even go to the Barnes & Noble store and open it in person, explain the story and how I want a refund.

Is the Barnes & Noble return policy for online items simple? Do they allow you to return online items to their stores?

[LASERMOVIES]

Is the Barnes & Noble return policy for online items simple? Do they allow you to return online items to their stores?

Yes you can return items purchased online to a store, but they will give you store credit instead of a refund. However several people have claimed they were able to use the credit to buy gift cards that could be used either online or at stores. If you want your money back then you will need to return it to B&N.com.

[abrg923]

Well, the B&N links clearly state that this is the dvd-rom set for both of them. I think you just got a freak one.

Nope. If you do a search for the Rolling Stone one, the one with the DVD is $100.

[brianluvdvd]

Nope. If you do a search for the Rolling Stone one, the one with the DVD is $100.

Then the deal on the Rolling Stone one is dead now and you missed it.

[Sparrow]

Amazing price on a great set! I picked this up at the beginning of the month, so I hope those that wanted it got in on this deal, I've spent way too many hours perusing this set.

[WillieTheShakes]

Nope. If you do a search for the Rolling Stone one, the one with the DVD is $100.

Well, the one I ordered with DVDs (hence the use of the phrase "Searchable DigitalArchive--Every Page, Every Issue" in the item title) was $22.48 with the member discount. Sorry you missed it.

[misterchimpy]

As I didn't order the Playboy set, I find these arguments fairly amusing, but if you look at the PICTURES for the set(both the cheaper and expensive) you can CLEARLY see the discs pictured. Look in the little closeups underneath the main shot, there are pictures of the discs, packaging, everything.

As for the Rolling Stone set, which I do have(thx again OP!), there is no way the book alone could have a 'list' of $125. It is a very nice large format 200 page paperback, and would sell for $25 max. In order to only sell the book, they would have to unseal the package and take out the discs, leaving a gaping hole(and do what with the discs, i have no idea). The book itself doesn't have a separate bar code on it.

I think what is confusing some people is that B+N seemingly has 2 of the exact same SKUs for 2 dramatically different prices. But if I had to guess, it is just because of the way they handle clearance inventory, when they get rid of the number of units they want, they close out the clearance sku. I was looking through the clearance section for other deals, here's another example(funny book if you like very deadpan humor, he is on the Daily Show...)

This 'holiday sale' paperback is $3.99

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641839177&itm=2

This is the 'regular' paperback in inventory for $12.60

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9781594482229&itm=6

Maybe the clearance units are damaged somehow or have remainder marks, etc, my store bought copy of the RS was mint. I think it was just that they bought too many for xmas...

[abrg923]

Looks like it's back on the site.

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641890970&itm=2

Gonna bite the bullet.

[Lipid]

Looks like someone is going to have to risk it and open their sets they get when they arrive and let everyone else know the situation.

When I was at the BM Barnes & Noble, they had the playboy sets, $50, but neither of the ones they had were sealed in plastic. So I think it's definitely possible someone could have stolen the DVDs and maybe this is what happened to the one person who bought the Rolling Stone set.

[Trevor]

When I was at the BM Barnes & Noble, they had the playboy sets, $50,

I'm sure they would ring up at $25.

[Tardo317]

I'm sure they would ring up at $25.

Even if they didn't, the online search kiosks within the store can be used as proof of the markdown............

[sandman007]

This is awesome!:

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780762428113&itm=1

[filmsoncon]

Looks like someone is going to have to risk it and open their sets they get when they arrive and let everyone else know the situation.

I'll keep you all posted. Ordered them both today, using the V8J7C7C for an extra 10% off. With tax, total came up to $51.43.

[DGibFen]

Looks like someone is going to have to risk it and open their sets they get when they arrive and let everyone else know the situation.

When I was at the BM Barnes & Noble, they had the playboy sets, $50, but neither of the ones they had were sealed in plastic. So I think it's definitely possible someone could have stolen the DVDs and maybe this is what happened to the one person who bought the Rolling Stone set.

Nope. mine was sealed. I checked the wrapping before I purchased it, and there were no rips, tears, or anything of the sort. Even had the sticker on the plastic.

[Dusty Bottoms]

Thanks to the OP. I looked at this set in January when it was 50% off. I think it was going to cost me about $40 with a coupon, but I ended up passing on it. I picked one up in a local store today for $17.87 including tax after my membership discount and a 25% off coupon. I plan on taking the $12.95 rebate instead of the subscription, so that should bring my cost down to $4.92.

I opened mine when I got home, and all four DVDs were included.

[hotwls13]

Thanks OP, I just ordered the RS set. I hope it comes with the DVD's or I will return it.

[FSA]

Thanks a lot. Just ordered both.

[SIUmark]

Thanks for the thread. I called my local B&N about the Playboy one. The lady took a while searching and found the only one they had. She said it didn't have a price but it was the sale price. She offered to put it on hold for me because she didn't think anyone would find it. I bought it last night with 25% coupon = $18.73 + tax. It did come with 2 discs, book, and Playboy reissue. The box was wrapped in plastic.

[John Sinnott]

This is awesome!:

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780762428113&itm=1


I don't like the fact that the stapler is one of those little dinky ones. If it was full sized I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

[Lipid]

I'm sure they would ring up at $25.

Well, they didn't have any pricetag on them, the only way I found out the price was by asking an employee to check the price for me by scanning the UPC and it wasn't $25. But then again this was 2 weeks ago, I don't know if they were $25 online then.

[WillieTheShakes]

Well, they didn't have any pricetag on them, the only way I found out the price was by asking an employee to check the price for me by scanning the UPC and it wasn't $25. But then again this was 2 weeks ago, I don't know if they were $25 online then.

No, I'm guessing it wouldn't ring up at $25 if it was regular stock. The sale copies (on-line at least) have a different ISBN, which would mean they're considered a separate inventory item with a separate and distinct bar code and price...

[Decker]

Got my copy at a store today and used the 25% off coupon. Emailed my best friend (he's a big RS fan and has a lifetime subscription) and he ordered it online. Thanks OP.

[Droog]

I'm in for both...many thanks to the OP!

[Lipid]

I will be so happy if these turn out to contain the DVDs in each set. I imagine mine will arrive either Wednesday or Thursday since I was allowed to use the free upgrade to their express shipping.

[Decker]

I will be so happy if these turn out to contain the DVDs in each set. I imagine mine will arrive either Wednesday or Thursday since I was allowed to use the free upgrade to their express shipping.
They do contain the DVDs; I'm looking at it now. It's over 98,000 pages of material -- that would make for a VERY thick book.

[Geist]

I bought this a few weeks ago and they gave me a price adjustment. Thanks OP.

[Randy Hassan]

Thanks for the tip. Wanted to let folks know that, when I stopped by the Ann Arbor, MI B&N, I also found the "Star Wars Vault" book (see http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780061257315&itm=1) for $19.98 (list price $85).

[RustyOrgan]

Picked up the Rolling Stone book - Thanks OP!

[Decker]

Wanted to let folks know that, when I stopped by the Ann Arbor, MI B&N, I also found the "Star Wars Vault" book (see http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780061257315&itm=1) for $19.98 (list price $85).
Just checked out the images for this :
http://images.barnesandnoble.com/images/23940000/23948010.jpg
Holy crap! That's a whole lot of mess in one box. I can't even imagine what would happen if my 20 mo old got into that package. Pass.

[Cathepsin]

Amazon has the Playboy set for $41.90, if you don't want to risk it at B&N.

[MScottM]

Thanks for the heads up OP. Picked up both yesterday at the store in Bowie Maryland. Also got copies of the Playboy for my brother and for 2 uncles.

[brianluvdvd]

Just checked out the images for this :
http://images.barnesandnoble.com/images/23940000/23948010.jpg
Holy crap! That's a whole lot of mess in one box. I can't even imagine what would happen if my 20 mo old got into that package. Pass.

I would buy that in a heartbeat if I could find it for 20 bucks. The price online is still over $60 though.

Something in a similar vein I want when it gets cheaper: The Marvel Vault


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y170/robbrism/marvelvault.jpg

[dullboy]

Went to a store in Austin that the online inventory search said had the Playboy set in stock. Went to the kiosk and printed the slip out (only one item came up in the search, and said it was in the bargain section). What I found were two large hardcover black books called 50 Years of Playmates priced at $24.95 each. Went to the info desk and handed them the slip. They looked it up on their computer and the little picture indeed showed the red box with the disks inside. The guy said that the computer showed one in stock, but that it was strange that there was no received date. He checked the back, and no dice.

[Randy Hassan]

Something in a similar vein I want when it gets cheaper: The Marvel Vault

It's down to $20.94 at Amazon...

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0762428449/ref=ord_cart_shr?%5Fencoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance

[dullboy]

Does anyone who has either one of these sets know if the discs have some sort of copy protection that restricts you from saving any of the material to your hard drive?

[brianluvdvd]

Cool. Thanks for the Amazon info. Just ordered it.

[Subgeniusguy]

I would buy that in a heartbeat if I could find it for 20 bucks. The price online is still over $60 though.

Looks <$20 to me. (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641890871&itm=1)

[kenbenobi]

Looks <$20 to me. (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641890871&itm=1)
Funny, there are 2 listings. One at $68, the other at $19.98. Hmmm, which one should I order...

[Subgeniusguy]

Funny, there are 2 listings. One at $68, the other at $19.98. Hmmm, which one should I order...

I'd go with the $19.98 one which with a Member discount combined with a coupon is easily <$14.

[brianluvdvd]

Looks <$20 to me. (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641890871&itm=1)

Thanks! This thread has ended up costing me a lot more than I expected...and I started the damn thing!

Ordered it along with several other bargain books I found. I never order anything from B&N but now I am wishing I had a membership.

[The Monkees]

If I could be confirmed that the Playboy one came with the discs I would buy this right away, but I can't be guaranteed that so I don't want to risk it...

[brianluvdvd]

If I could be confirmed that the Playboy one came with the discs I would buy this right away, but I can't be guaranteed that so I don't want to risk it...

There isn't one that doesn't come with the discs. A previous poster was confusing this set with a copy of a replica of the first issue sold by itself at Playboy.com.

I should have mine in tomorrow or the next so I will post confirmation.

[Andalusia]

I thought I had missed out on this (kept clicking on dead links), but it looks like I'm able to snag a Rolling Stone. Wish it had been 2 cents higher so I could get free shipping, though. -rolleyes-

[shyguy1083]

does it say when this sale will end? i'd like to pick the playboy set up, but i'd prefer to get it in-store because i don't want the set to get mangled in the mail. but i won't get the chance to check a store until this weekend.

[Decker]

does it say when this sale will end? i'd like to pick the playboy set up, but i'd prefer to get it in-store because i don't want the set to get mangled in the mail. but i won't get the chance to check a store until this weekend.
There's an inventory locator. That should tell you which stores have the item, but it's not always right and since it's a clearance item it could be anywhere, not just where it shoud normally be. With my RS one, the vey helpful girl couldn't find a copy even though her inventory said she had a few. She took my number, then hung up and looked for it. 20 min later she called me back and told me she had the copy at the front desk for me. :D :up:
If you're going to pick one up in store, I would certainly call first!

[dullboy]

There isn't one that doesn't come with the discs. A previous poster was confusing this set with a copy of a replica of the first issue sold by itself at Playboy.com.
Keep in mind, at the B&N I went to, the kiosk told me it was in the bargain section of the store, and what I found was the big black book called "Playboy: 50 Years of Playmates".

[Randy Hassan]

There's an inventory locator.
Where? I clicked on "stores" at bn.com, but could only find info about store events.

[Lipid]

My order is out for delivery as I speak. Too bad I'll be at work when it arrives, it's coming a day earlier than the website said it would have so others should be on the lookout for their copy or copies!

[brianluvdvd]

Got both the Playboy set and the Rolling Stone set in today. Both were sealed and both included the discs as I knew they would. The had bargain sticker UPCs on the front of them stating they were regular $100 & $125 respectively and were marked down to $24.98.

Damn, the packages that hold the discs & books are huge! I am surprised they qualified for free express shipping.

I plan to send in the rebate card and get the Rolling Stone set for even cheaper! :)

[brianluvdvd]

Keep in mind, at the B&N I went to, the kiosk told me it was in the bargain section of the store, and what I found was the big black book called "Playboy: 50 Years of Playmates".

Yeah...that is a different bargain book at B&N. When did reading a description of a product online become so difficult?

[Quatermass]

I went to the nearest B&N store at lunch today to see if they had any of the Rolling Stone Discs - they had about 6 of them... BUT...they were full price. I took one to the Customer Service counter and asked if these were on sale in store like they were on the website, but she said no. As always, YMMV.

[Subgeniusguy]

Got PB today. Discs were present.

[Trevor]

I went to the nearest B&N store at lunch today to see if they had any of the Rolling Stone Discs - they had about 6 of them... BUT...they were full price. I took one to the Customer Service counter and asked if these were on sale in store like they were on the website, but she said no. As always, YMMV.

Asking the price.
Doing a price check.
Actually ringing the item up for sale.

Three completely different things with possibly three entirely different amounts.

[Decker]

Where? I clicked on "stores" at bn.com, but could only find info about store events.
On the page with the item, right below the ADD TO CART button, there's a place for you to enter your zip and hit ENTER. It will then list stores near you and whether the item is in stock. I would still call and confirm since the inventory isn't always right.

[TomOpus]

Got both the Playboy set and the Rolling Stone set in today. Both were sealed and both included the discs as I knew they would. The had bargain sticker UPCs on the front of them stating they were regular $100 & $125 respectively and were marked down to $24.98.

Damn, the packages that hold the discs & books are huge! I am surprised they qualified for free express shipping.I just got mine today too. I was gonna say the same thing about how big it is. VERY nice packaging.

Thanks again for posting this. Awesome!

[WillieTheShakes]

I'm shocked - SHOCKED! - to learn that a product arrived including discs when the on-line write-up clearly stated it would include discs!

[TomOpus]

I'm shocked - SHOCKED! - to learn that a product arrived including discs when the on-line write-up clearly stated it would include discs!So you don't think some concern was warranted when one listing said just "Hardcover" (the one that was linked) and the other said "Hardcover Book with DVDs" and one person got one without discs?

Plus the discs are not DVDs, btw.

[New Rambler]

I think we all had a right to be a little concerned.

[jeffrey r]

Got my Rolling Stone set today. Quite the package for like $16 after coupon and membership discount. And a free 1-year subscription to boot. Thanks OP.

[brianluvdvd]

So you don't think some concern was warranted when one listing said just "Hardcover" (the one that was linked) and the other said "Hardcover Book with DVDs" and one person got one without discs?

Plus the discs are not DVDs, btw.

Uh, no. The pictures provided by B&N clearly showed the discs as well as mentioned them in the description. It clearly showed the price marked down from the msrp. It clearly states Bargain. One person "claims" they bought a copy without the dvds but there is not a "copycat" release on B&N like this that doesn't include the dvds. If you needed more reassurance than that then you are retarded. It is not like we are dealing with a no-name store or unknown online shop.

As far as the disc not being dvds...who cares. They have every issue of Rolling Stone or the 50's Playboys on them. Read the damn descriptions.

I have never seen so much whining in a bargain thread before. Jesus.

[Tardo317]

I have never seen so much whining in a bargain thread before. Jesus.
Amen to that!

[Lipid]

Mine both included their DVDs. This is one of the best deals I've ever got. I was prepared to pay around $40 just for the Playboy set alone 3 weeks ago.

[Droog]

Is anyone else having trouble getting the discs from RS to read in their computer? I've tried several (to put it mildly) times and can't get either the first or second disc to read. I was having trouble when I initially got the set, but eventually they loaded, so I know they're not completely defective. Would imagine it might be my drive, but wanted to see if it was a widespread problem. Thanks!

[WillieTheShakes]

So you don't think some concern was warranted when one listing said just "Hardcover" (the one that was linked) and the other said "Hardcover Book with DVDs" and one person got one without discs?

Plus the discs are not DVDs, btw.

Considering that the write-up for the BARGAIN version read (and I quoted this on page 2): ""For the first time ever, own a DVD–based, searchable digital archive containing Playboy magazine's entire groundbreaking first decade--every issue--every page--cover to cover. This exclusive box set also comes with a 224–page companion coffee table book chronicling the behind-the-scenes history of Playboy. Plus as a special bonus--a newly printed reissue is included of the extremely rare first issue, featuring Marilyn Monroe!", no, I don't think any concern was warranted. The pictures showed the disks, the write-up described the disks... I'm not sure how much more assurance was required...

They're not DVDs? What are DVD-roms, then? Crackers?

[abrg923]

The Rolling Stone definitely comes with the DVDs. The packaging for the whole thing is pretty damn awesome.

[GatorDeb]

Anyone have a link to a current, non-member's coupon?

[Trevor]

Darn you all, bought both yesterday. Used 15% and 20% coupons.

Also found two other interesting media based bargain items.

One was Stan Lee's Amazing Marvel Universe. It's a coffee table sized book recounting the origins of Marvel. It has a little speaker and an hour or so of pre-recorded speech, Stan Lee reminiscing, you can randomly access the talks by page number. It was $7.98 before discount in store, but only $5.99 online. (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641792564&itm=1)

The other was a sports book, Dark Horses and Underdogs (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780446577038&itm=1), only $6.98 in store. It comes with a DVD of highlights of the biggest upsets in sports history.

[TomOpus]

They're not DVDs? What are DVD-roms, then? Crackers?Put that DVD-rom in a regular stand-alone DVD player and tell me how that goes.

Oh, brianluvdvd, I just don't like putting out false information. Someone might buy this either for themselves or as a gift thinking they're regular DVDs and can be viewed in a regular DVD player. It can and will happen. I just don't want to see that happening to any of our members. Again, thank you for posting the bargain.

[Trevor]

Anyone have a link to a current, non-member's coupon?
I found some 15% and 20% coupons yesterday. Pretty sure they are in the main B&N thread, let me look for you......

Here you go. (http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showpost.php?p=8445189&postcount=983)

[jeffrey r]

Perhaps we can get off the semantics of dvd's vs. cd's vs. dvd-rom's. The reality is, many of us just got the entire historical archive of Rolling Stone Magazine (whatever its faults) on 4 discs (whatever the heck they are) for under $20. Oh, and a nice coffee table book. And a free 1-year subscription to the magazine. Heck, I didn't even know this set existed until this thread was posted.

And frankly, I would think most of us on this site should be equipped with computers and the like to be able to use the archive discs, whatever their format.

[brianluvdvd]

Put that DVD-rom in a regular stand-alone DVD player and tell me how that goes.

Oh, brianluvdvd, I just don't like putting out false information. Someone might buy this either for themselves or as a gift thinking they're regular DVDs and can be viewed in a regular DVD player. It can and will happen. I just don't want to see that happening to any of our members. Again, thank you for posting the bargain.

I assumed the very definition of DVD-rom means it is for a computer. Who buys DVD-roms for stand alonge dvd players? Again for the illiterate, go to the description: ... a DVD ROM-based, searchable digital archive of every issue of Rolling Stone magazine from 1967 to 2007. and The product includes the Bondi Reader, powerful MAC or PC browsing software that allows you to explore, search and view every page, and to arrange and save multiple reading lists.

How is that spreading false information? I even put "DVD-roms" in the goddamn title. If I had known I had to stupid-proof every bargain on this board, I wouldn't have posted this one in the first place.

[WillieTheShakes]

Put that DVD-rom in a regular stand-alone DVD player and tell me how that goes.

Oh, brianluvdvd, I just don't like putting out false information. Someone might buy this either for themselves or as a gift thinking they're regular DVDs and can be viewed in a regular DVD player. It can and will happen. I just don't want to see that happening to any of our members. Again, thank you for posting the bargain.

You're kidding, right?

[JohnBeas]

Brianluvdvd - thanks again for posting this deal. The Rolling Stone archive is a great set. Never had any doubt it would come with the DVD's. Also bought "The Annotated Hobbit" which was pretty much free as it put me just over the amount needed for free shipping.

[kenbenobi]

Darn you all, bought both yesterday. Used 15% and 20% coupons.

Also found two other interesting media based bargain items.

One was Stan Lee's Amazing Marvel Universe. It's a coffee table sized book recounting the origins of Marvel. It has a little speaker and an hour or so of pre-recorded speech, Stan Lee reminiscing, you can randomly access the talks by page number. It was $7.98 before discount in store, but only $5.99 online. (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?z=y&EAN=9780641792564&itm=1)

This is actually only $3.33 in the store now, if you can find em. I saw them at all of the locations near me. They were still labelled 14.98 but they scan at $3.33 as of last Saturday... Super bargain! But yes, that is an EXCELLENT title to throw you into free shipping online...

[brianluvdvd]

Yeah, I was excited when I paid $14.98 for the Stan Lee book when they first clearanced it. I never expected it to go so low. Guess they really over-printed it.

[The Escapist]

Went in to the Lancaster PA B&N Tuesday night -- they were out of RS (which I already had), but had 2 Playboy sets left, both unwrapped. I bought the nicest one, and it had all the goodies, and the discs played fine. But apparently they're going fast in the stores...

[Trevor]

The Reston B&N has plenty of both btw. Also plenty of the other two I mentioned earlier.

[mnementh]

This is actually only $3.33 in the store now, if you can find em. I saw them at all of the locations near me. They were still labelled 14.98 but they scan at $3.33 as of last Saturday... Super bargain! But yes, that is an EXCELLENT title to throw you into free shipping online...

I just picked up the Stan Lee Marvel book for a buck.

I also found a compendium of all the New Yorker cartoons, in a book and on 2 CD-ROMS, for $19.98.

[TomOpus]

You're kidding, right?There are people buying high-def discs and wondering why they won't play in their DVD players. Granted, for the most part, this isn't a wide spread problem but it does happen. I guess you don't venture around many of the forums here.

[WillieTheShakes]

There are people buying high-def discs and wondering why they won't play in their DVD players. Granted, for the most part, this isn't a wide spread problem but it does happen. I guess you don't venture around many of the forums here.

Yeah, I'm never here... right.

Well, here you go - I hereby apologize for anyone who, operating on the information I provided, purchased this set assuming they would be able to page through 40 years worth of magazines on their tv. Mea culpa. I can only hope that they got one of the cheap sets, you know, the ones that people figured weren't going to come with DVDs? Er, DVD-roms?

:rolleyes:

[John Sinnott]

There are people buying high-def discs and wondering why they won't play in their DVD players. Granted, for the most part, this isn't a wide spread problem but it does happen.


To people who frequent DVDTalk? I doubt it. I think everyone here is savvy enough to know the difference between a HD DVD and a DVD, and a DVD and a DVD that holds only computer data.

Thanks for trying to protect us though Tom!

[hotwls13]

Thanks OP! I just got my RS set from UPS and it is Saweet! This thing is heavy. I can't wait to plop down in front of the TV tonight and watch the DVD-rom ;)

Anyway, thanks for the deal, this is well worth the $16.xx I ended up paying for it. :)

[DGibFen]

Now I feel bad about that last post of mine in this thread. I got a new copy from BN.com, and everything was in the package. Must have been a freak thing in the last one.

Thanks to the OP!

[The Monkees]

There isn't one that doesn't come with the discs. A previous poster was confusing this set with a copy of a replica of the first issue sold by itself at Playboy.com.

I should have mine in tomorrow or the next so I will post confirmation.

Oh. I'll have to check that out when I go out to my B&N store tomorrow.

[tomwaits]

There's also a book called 'Video Game Art' on clearance for $3.99, in case anyone is looking for another filler option to get free shipping. Lots of hi-res renders of the characters and environments from fairly recent games.

[stepmonkey]

Does anyone who has either one of these sets know if the discs have some sort of copy protection that restricts you from saving any of the material to your hard drive?

Yes they can be copied to your hard drive. All three discs will take up more than 23 GB however.

[New Rambler]

Can they be run from the hard drive?

[lena]

Can they be run from the hard drive?New Rambler - check out the post immediately preceding yours (#125). -wink-

[bahgee]

I picked up the PB set and noted that calendars are half price and good fillers for shipping.

[New Rambler]

New Rambler - check out the post immediately preceding yours (#125). -wink-I did, and that's why I asked my question. Copying it to the HD, and actually being able to run it from the HD are two different things.

[John Sinnott]

I went into my local B&N today and the Stan Lee book does ring up as $1! I snagged one.

[lena]

I did, and that's why I asked my question. Copying it to the HD, and actually being able to run it from the HD are two different things.Sorry New Rambler...I guess that was an assumption on my part (that it would run from the HD). I may try it this weekend - if I do, I will post the results.

[Deadman36g]

Is there currently any good coupons to use with this?

[SteelyMag]

Thanks for the deal!!!
i've wanted this RS collection since it was first mentioned in the magazine back in Oct./Nov. '07 (can't remember). It was just a little too much $$ for me then.
but at $24.97 ?!?!
YEAH!!

thanks again!
(fyi- i am one of those lifetime subscribers to their magazine. it expires in 2054. LOL)

[Gerry P.]

Is there currently any good coupons to use with this?Check post 108 in this thread.

[stepmonkey]

I did, and that's why I asked my question. Copying it to the HD, and actually being able to run it from the HD are two different things.

I do not have the Playboy set, but the Rolling Stone set can be copied to and run from the HD. I copied the discs to my HD and then put them away. It will take up about 24 GB.

[Deadman36g]

I found some 15% and 20% coupons yesterday. Pretty sure they are in the main B&N thread, let me look for you......

Here you go. (http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showpost.php?p=8445189&postcount=983)

All I can seem to find for non-members is 10% off, are all the others non-members coupons expired?

[Deadman36g]

Ok, I went ahead and placed an order with the 10% cause I didn't want to miss this,

can someone please verify that the ISBN for these 2 products are

Playboy
0641890966

Rolling Stone
0641890974

[LASERMOVIES]

All I can seem to find for non-members is 10% off, are all the others non-members coupons expired?

Next week there is a new 20% and 25% coupon available for non members. Check here for the new updated list.

http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showpost.php?p=8473843&postcount=1004

[John Sinnott]

The After Holiday Sale, which these books are part of, ends Monday. The price may go up on Tuesday. Then again, it may not.

[JohnBeas]

I do not have the Playboy set, but the Rolling Stone set can be copied to and run from the HD. I copied the discs to my HD and then put them away. It will take up about 24 GB.

I copied the first RS disc to the HD and put away the disc and the program still asked me to insert the disc when I did a search. How did you get it to recognize the HD files as a disc?

[Deadman36g]

Also, a general question,

Are the magazines saved as PDF's? Can they be run with other PDF software like say Adobe Reader?

[muggsy]

Also, a general question,

Are the magazines saved as PDF's? Can they be run with other PDF software like say Adobe Reader?

Don't know about RS, but for the Playboy set the answer is no. The publisher, Bondi, has a proprietary reader that is required to view the scans, and the software includes DRM to prevent using Adobe or another software package.

[Deadman36g]

found out the RS set is the same way, which is kind of a bummer, but what can you do.

[stepmonkey]

I copied the first RS disc to the HD and put away the disc and the program still asked me to insert the disc when I did a search. How did you get it to recognize the HD files as a disc?


Nothing special. After installing the Bondi Reader, I just inserted the discs and clicked File/Copy Disc to Hard Drive from the program. Did you try to copy all three dvds to the HD?

[JohnBeas]

Nothing special. After installing the Bondi Reader, I just inserted the discs and clicked File/Copy Disc to Hard Drive from the program. Did you try to copy all three dvds to the HD?

Thanks for the help - I had just did a straight copy to the HD (my D: drive) without using the program (which didn't work). Unfortunately the program will only let you copy it to the C: drive and I don't have enough room to put the discs there.

[cordobes]

I am getting ready to request the $12.95 subscription refund for the Rolling Stone set, and they are asking for a copy of the receipt. Do you think I should send the packing slip or the confirmation email? Or maybe both just to play it safe?

[shyguy1083]

they ask for a copy of the receipt, so i would probably make a copy of both the packing slip and the confirmation email so they can't claim you sent the wrong thing.

[DarthScooby]

Should I bite on the Stones Set and Stan Lee set now with the 10% + Free Ship or wait till next week for the 25%? Sigh!

Is this sale over tonight or will it continue?

Anyone know?

[Decker]

Should I bite on the Stones Set and Stan Lee set now with the 10% + Free Ship or wait till next week for the 25%? Sigh!

Is this sale over tonight or will it continue?

Anyone know?
I wouldn't wait. This item keeps coming in & out of stock, but they won't be around forever and it seems a little silly to miss out because you want to spend $18.75 instead of $22.50.

[kenbenobi]

I finally broke down and ordered the Playboy set. I was tempted to get the Rolling Stone set because it is a bargain, but I know I won't read any of it... I'm already backlogged on current magazines, let alone reading articles from the past...

[Xbox69]

I am getting ready to request the $12.95 subscription refund for the Rolling Stone set, and they are asking for a copy of the receipt. Do you think I should send the packing slip or the confirmation email? Or maybe both just to play it safe?

I would go with whatever shows an actual price paid along with the date. I've never ordered from BN but I've received Amazon orders where my packing slip could be viewed as the receipt (price listed) whereas NewEgg.com only list the items included in the shipment and you access your order history at the website to print out an invoice (receipt).

[MJG87]

Mine came today perfectly as advertised. Thanks to OP and everyone else! Oh yeah, I think you guys will get a kick out of this article from 1975 :lol:

http://img86.imageshack.us/img86/1097/viddisczs4.th.jpg (http://img86.imageshack.us/my.php?image=viddisczs4.jpg)

[kenbenobi]

Mine came today perfectly as advertised. Thanks to OP and everyone else! Oh yeah, I think you guys will get a kick out of this article from 1975 :lol:

http://img86.imageshack.us/img86/1097/viddisczs4.th.jpg (http://img86.imageshack.us/my.php?image=viddisczs4.jpg)
Wow, where can I buy me one of dem fancy video disc players? And a high quality TV like that one in the background...

[ProjectMayhem]

Hey guys, just used the 25% off coupon on the website for Playboy. Rolling Stone isn't available, but I'm thinking of checking out the store. So, if you haven't jumped on the Playboy set, now's the time!

[cordobes]

I had actually forgotten all about this, but I received my rebate check on the Rolling Stone set in the mail today.

[cdollaz]

I didn't care for it so much. It was a pain to navigate. So I sent off for the subscription, and then sold it for a profit.

[shyguy1083]

I had actually forgotten all about this, but I received my rebate check on the Rolling Stone set in the mail today.

it was weird for me. i received an issue of rolling stone in the mail about a week ago. and i was pissed. i thought they decided to give me a subscription even though i clearly wrote in for a refund.

a few days later, i received another issue. and then two days later i received a third issue (i guess they were sending me past back issues at a quicker rate?) AND my rebate check.

so from the looks of it, according to the mag, i get a year-long subscription <i>and</i> $12.95 back. not bad at all, huh? this happen to anybody else?

[misterchimpy]

Got my $12.95 refund check today as well...

[kenbenobi]

Did the refund form have to be submitted within 30 days of purchase? I never sent mine in...

[brianluvdvd]

Did the refund form have to be submitted within 30 days of purchase? I never sent mine in...

Nope. No time frame given. I just sent mine in around the first of this month.

You guys who received your rebate, when did you mail it in?

[misterchimpy]

I sent mine in a few days after I got the set(probably the end of january), so I would guess that it took the proverbial 6-8 weeks.

[cordobes]

Wow! I got an issue of RS in the maill yesterday even though I chose to receive the rebate check. This deal just keeps getting better!

[Trevor]

Wow! I got an issue of RS in the maill yesterday even though I chose to receive the rebate check. This deal just keeps getting better!
I keep forgetting to open my package and send in for that check.

[kenbenobi]

I keep forgetting to open my package and send in for that check.
I just did it two days ago... I'd do it before you lose your receipt!

[misterchimpy]

This is funny...not only did I get my check, but as others have reported, I just started getting issues of Rolling Stone in the mail(got 2 back issues lol). The mailing label says the subscription expires 2/12/09....