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Stern, 2009
AC/DC (LE)
Stern, 2012
AC/DC (Premium)
Stern, 2012
AC/DC (Pro)
Stern, 2012
Addams Family Gold (Special Collectors Edition), The
Bally, 1994
Addams Family, The
Bally, 1992
Aerosmith (LE)
Stern, 2017
Aerosmith (Premium)
Stern, 2017Quoted from jfh:There is no guaranteed way to get an allocated LE from a dealer and each does things there own way. What we are saying is that if you buy that many games from one guy he should be willing to commit an LE to you if you ask.
Thanks I appreciate the help
Quoted from mbrave77:Thanks I appreciate the help
You can also try telling a distributor that you'll pay over MSRP if you want an LE that bad. Money always talks.
Quoted from JackG:You can also try telling a distributor that you'll pay over MSRP if you want an LE that bad. Money always talks.
good point which is possible. I dont want every LE which could be a problem, I dont want Rush for example. But I have been getting a lot of the releases. Id like to get to the point where Im on some LE lists and if for some reason I dont get an LE I at least get first run premiums. Been frustrating for mando(still waiting on day 1 order premium after missing LE) and maybe godzilla missed out on LE and first run premium.
Quoted from Hayfarmer:Have you bought all 9 from same distributor or from different ones each time trying to find a bargain? I have bought all my new from same guy over a 4 year period except gnr, which kind of fell my way cheaply thru a friend. You need to build a relationship in order to get benefits.
I have purchased 4 through the same distributor in 2 years. I get no special treatment or benefits as you say, you all are kissing ass for no reason.
Quoted from Ty-Arnold:I have purchased 4 through the same distributor in 2 years. I get no special treatment or benefits as you say, you all are kissing ass for no reason.
Forget about an LE. I couldn't even get a premium.
Quoted from Ty-Arnold:I have purchased 4 through the same distributor in 2 years. I get no special treatment or benefits as you say, you all are kissing ass for no reason.
Thats why I ask how to get on LE list. Is it about volume or is it about guessing the theme 2 years early and asking to be on that list first.
Quoted from mbrave77:Thats why I ask how to get on LE list. Is it about volume or is it about guessing the theme 2 years early and asking to be on that list first.
Who knows? I get fucked every time. They could at least give me a reach around.
Quoted from mbrave77:Thats why I ask how to get on LE list. Is it about volume or is it about guessing the theme 2 years early and asking to be on that list first.
I asked to get on an LE list for Rush in like February or March and was told “okay if that happens I am on the list”, but was now told that I am not on the list for the next LE even if it happens to be Rush and their LE list is full (note: bought the last 2 Elwin LE’s through them) so… I feel your pain.
Quoted from skink91:I asked to get on an LE list for Rush in like February or March and was told “okay if that happens I am on the list”, but was now told that I am not on the list for the next LE even if it happens to be Rush and their LE list is full (note: bought the last 2 Elwin LE’s through them) so… I feel your pain.
I hear you. Its frustrating for sure
I've been a huge Rush fan for 45 years, but I never thought I was going to be SOL getting a new LE when they got around to making it someday, due to the fact that I'm not wealthy and haven't bought every LE that comes out for years on end beforehand.
Not earth shattering, by any means, but this is what being discriminated against must feel like... first world problem, I know...
Why not a lottery for the spots? Are the rich guys going to stop buying if they don't get to exercise their privilege, or what? Their money is better than mine?
Quoted from PinMonk:This really is long overdue. The original was a bad pin but just the theme alone carried it on location. There's a MASSIVE amount of content in the IP since then. The hard part would be deciding what to cut to make it manageable.
Lots of music, super hero and star wars pins. I'd love to see an adult humor pin. The video game south park pin hillarious.
Also, how is it that the Barnaked Ladies put out an album called Silverball with no pin for purchase?
Quoted from Ty-Arnold:I have purchased 4 through the same distributor in 2 years. I get no special treatment or benefits as you say, you all are kissing ass for no reason.
Far from it. I've never had to pay msrp until gz either , which is good.
Quoted from DanQverymuch:I've been a huge Rush fan for 45 years, but I never thought I was going to be SOL getting a new LE when they got around to making it someday, due to the fact that I'm not wealthy and haven't bought every LE that comes out for years on end beforehand.
Not earth shattering, by any means, but this is what being discriminated against must feel like... first world problem, I know...
Why not a lottery for the spots? Are the rich guys going to stop buying if they don't get to exercise their privilege, or what? Their money is better than mine?
Don’t sweat it .Get a premium and dress it up how you want it .I have yet to see them get the color scheme correct on a LE minus AIQ.I could see if there was a added mech or 2 but it’s basically a powder coated (not your choice) premium with lollipop rails and side art (not your choice either ).
Quoted from crujones4life:All this talk of LEs and I'm just happy to be able to swing a Pro!
I hope you get your bttf!
At least you guys can choose your distributor. Up here we have one. It's a freaking monopoly. I've bought 3 NIB games this year (7 over 3.5yrs) and there isn't even the slightest chance I could ever secure an LE. I was told that if I were to buy every single Stern release for the next 18mo that then and only then would they even consider adding me to the LE list. It's a crock of shit up here. Player 1 amusement has a chokehold on all Canadian NIB games (outside of Spooky)
Quoted from Hayfarmer:Far from it. I've never had to pay msrp until gz either , which is good.
You think your dealer thinks your special? They just want your money.
Quoted from Ty-Arnold:You think your dealer thinks your special? They just want your money.
What's your problem? I only said I've bought from same guy because he's the closest to me. So far, any le I wanted, which is only 2, I've been able to get. Maybe just lucky because we arent in a huge area. Of course he wants my money.
Quoted from PinBalt:Hearing Marvel comic theme. Im struggling what character(s) would be worth doing. Already covered Spiderman, Deadpool, Iron man, Whole Avengers team, Xmen. Who the hell is left worth doing? My gut tells me its Spiderman. More of the classic comic look Spiderman and not the shitty Utimate version reskin. They could do the Spiderverse approach, Miles Morales and different villians .
Fantastic Four would be brilliant. Don't penalize the franchise because of the HORRIBLE movies, but if based on the comic the artwork, villains, modes could be epic.
Quoted from cscmtp:Fantastic Four would be brilliant. Don't penalize the franchise because of the HORRIBLE movies.....
Or the horrible cartoons, video games and 80%of their comics. Fantastic Four will be fine after they get the 2000s update but as it stands I'm 2021
they are a relic and their stories reflect that.
Also, Incredibly or F4 all damn day thanks
Quoted from screaminr:Stern made a Coca-Cola pinball
I have wondered what happened to Stern's private marketing campaign since shit hit the fan? They used to release one a year or so? Supreme, Pabst, Mustang, why not Coca-Cola?
They did make a mini Coca-Cola pinball that is a novelty, would be cool to have a full size one.
Growing up-you were either a Coke Kid or Pepsi Kid-I was a Coke kid
Quoted from pinmister:I have wondered what happened to Stern's private marketing campaign since shit hit the fan? They used to release one a year or so? Supreme, Pabst, Mustang, why not Coca-Cola?
They did make a mini Coca-Cola pinball that is a novelty, would be cool to have a full size one.
Growing up-you were either a Coke Kid or Pepsi Kid-I was a Coke kid
Pepsi all the way!!!!
Quoted from SNES:Pepsi all the way!!!!
Only reason they would make these (Coke or Pepsi) is if they were commissioned to for promotional reasons.
I can't see Stern seeking out commercial brands for their machines.
Quoted from hiker2099:How about a new Netflix Pin....Cobra Kai? Maybe an LE Miyagi edition
This would be so badass. Would be cool if clips and audio from original trilogy were used too.
Soda Wars Pinball -
Coke Classic (Stern) vs
Pepsi (JJP) vs
Diet Mountain Dew (CGC) vs
Dr Pepper (Spooky Pinball) vs
Munich Beer (American Pinball) vs
deeproot-beer
Isn’t there enough corporate garbage in the world? Pretty sure we don’t need a f’n SODA themed pin.
Quoted from screaminr:What if ... ? Stern made a Coca-Cola pinball .
You could have all the old ads and they usually had some really good music to go with them .
There are so many Coca-Cola collectors I'm sure it would sell well .
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Quoted from hiker2099:Looks like Michael J. Fox is telling us to make a misfits pin! yeah.
Misfits would be absolutely incredible. It probably won't ever happen but would be a perfect Spooky pin.
Quoted from mpdpvdpin:Isn’t there enough corporate garbage in the world? Pretty sure we don’t need a f’n SODA themed pin.
Is about keeping the line moving
A limited run Ferrari pinball machine would sell out straight away .
IMG_20211116_085247 (resized).jpgAs with any other pinball machine if the gameplay were fun I wouldn't mind another Marvel machine (having just sold my Avengers:Infinity Quest to make room for Godzilla premium hopefully arriving this year). I figured I can always get another AIQ if I want it down the line.
Any other Marvel theme might be fun if the gameplay were there and honestly would want more animations in the back glass and something a bit more exciting than the partial animations in AIQ. Humor of Deadpool would be appreciated as well as fun gameplay 
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If they had clips from What If that would be awesome. Based on nothing, I don't think the next machine from Stern is Rush. No idea what it will be.
If it is Rush, would love some SCTV shout outs and clips but don't expect them to be licensed in the game .
Quoted from screaminr:What if ... ? Stern made a Coca-Cola pinball .
You could have all the old ads and they usually had some really good music to go with them .
There are so many Coca-Cola collectors I'm sure it would sell well .
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Pepsi generation
Quoted from NoQuarters:There will not be a BTTF pin nor will there be a Jaws pin. Those two themes are not happening.
ETA is unknown, but all information so far makes it more likely that BTTF is happening, vs it not happening:
- Joe Kaminkow deliberately hinted at it on a podcast 2 years ago.
- Kapow hasn't released a title in awhile.
- Kapow has a track record with big licenses.
- Joe and Gary are the models on the 1990 BTTF backglass.
The line moves fine without junk themes. How about a Charmin toilet paper pin? Or a Viagra or Cialis pin? Or… Skippy Peanut Butter? Land o lakes butter pinball anyone? How about a Toyota pin? No? Didn’t think so.
Quoted from screaminr:Is about keeping the line moving
A limited run Ferrari pinball machine would sell out straight away .
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Quoted from jeffspinballpalace:Translite for super secret soda pin in development at Stern.
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Soda? Purple stuff?
Sunny D 
Quoted from KnockerPTSD:Soda? Purple stuff?
Sunny D
Marketing fail. Purple stuff every time for me.
Quoted from JakePG:Somewhat convinced LEs aren't actually sold to end users, but rather "sold" to a friend of the distributor who then "flips" it. Distributor and friend them split the profits from the flip
Is it possible to buy directly from Stern? Is that a way to potentially get an LE of a new title?
Quoted from Noma2017:Is it possible to buy directly from Stern? Is that a way to potentially get an LE of a new title?
That's what they'd like you to think so you'll sign up for their Stern Insider thing and pay $40/year for nothing.
Quoted from JakePG:I'm thinking Avatar is coming
Not sure I understand your guess, they already released an Avatar pin 11 years ago. 
Quoted from Noma2017:Is it possible to buy directly from Stern? Is that a way to potentially get an LE of a new title?
Have to buy from distributor
Quoted from ibrewtiny:Not sure I understand your guess, they already released an Avatar pin 11 years ago.
Possibly Redoing it for the new ones coming out
Quoted from Grantman:That's what they'd like you to think so you'll sign up for their Stern Insider thing and pay $40/year for nothing.
Its doable on their site. On this last one, GZ LE's were up for 2-5 minutes from the drop and it only takes a few seconds to checkout. Unfortunately for me on this one, I did not think about the card daily limit at all and could not purchase without calling the back first to have a temporary limit =(
Either way, its doable...just need to expect it and be sitting refreshing in the morning non stop.
Quoted from Sleal16:Its doable on their site. On this last one, GZ LE's were up for 2-5 minutes from the drop and it only takes a few seconds to checkout. Unfortunately for me on this one, I did not think about the card daily limit at all and could not purchase without calling the back first to have a temporary limit =(
Either way, its doable...just need to expect it and be sitting refreshing in the morning non stop.
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