#Danger, HOt Stuff
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"DANGER! Hot Stuff" is a CD-ROM containing 578MB of computer graphics
contributed from over 40 different sources. It's a collection of the
finest PC based artwork. Every picture, animation or professional
demonstration is credited to its creator in a massive README.DOC file that
serves as a guide to the CD. There is also over 40MB of SoundBlaster
demos, sounds and related utilities.
Its the first CD-ROM produced by a PC graphics service bureau that is meant
to be showcase. The only other CD that I know of that is a collection of
demos is Selectware. This product is organized into catagories based on
products. Our CD is based on graphic catagories and is cross referenced by
artists.
In 4 months we've shipped over 7,000 copies of it. We are selling the CD
here in the UK for only 3.53 Pounds Sterling. That price includes VAT and
shipping costs. In the USA, Nimbus Information Systems is selling the CD
for $5.
For more info, you can download DANGER.ZIP in DL10. This is the README.DOC
file for DANGER! Hot Stuff.
Phil, When you first left a message concerning this cd I called Nimbus and
talked to someone and was 'put off' to say the least. I was referred to
some dealers, of which I did not write down the info. Since, i wasn't "a
dealer" it seemed I was more trouble than it was worth. I would really like
to get a copy of this cd, but going directly thru Nimbus is not an avenue I
would care to persue. Any suggestions?
Scott
I'll say! I got put on hold 3 times and gave up!
Rick
Please see my message to Scott. The offer is open to you too.
I'll admit that Nimbus has absolutely the worst phone system I've ever had
the displeasure of working with. It SUCKS. But, if you will call
1-800-782-0778 extension 414 (don't forget to ask for the extension!!!!!)
you'll get me direct. We *ARE* rather busy here at times and
under-staffed. And there *WILL* be those instances. We are new at this
doing our own publishing business (we're a mastering facility, first love)
and are learning. But once we replace the antique phone system and install
another 1-800 number we think the service level will rise to our usual high
standard. Just ask any replicator about Nimbus' outstanding reputation for
customer service when mastering a CD for them.
Thanks for letting me know about this problem. I'm really annoyed that you
can't get our CD from Nimbus with a minimal amount of bother. I've printed
your message and faxed it to the Managing Director at Nimbus USA, Larry
Boden. His colleague, Ernie should answer your message the next time he
checks CompuServe.
I guess this explains why we're shipping CDs all over the world and the US
isn't doing very well. The plan was that they would sell it directly to
end users. It is a total shock to me that they are refering you to
dealers.
This is the problem with selling a CD at too low a price. It isn't a
priority because nobody is making any money. We are selling them in lots
of 100s and 1000s here but send them out singly as well. The whole point
of making it available through Nimbus USA was to make it easier for the US
market to get the CD. Well, it appears that it is easier for me to direct
people in Sweden, Germany, France, Singapore and Finland to a distributor
than it is in the States!
Please easyplex me your address and I'll airmail you out a free one as soon
as I can.
Hi Today I was talking to Larry Boden and they do take orders from anyone
due to agreement. I have order quite amount already. TTYL
Scott, I want to know who that someone was. Was it male or female? *I* am
the contact here at Nimbus for the CD Sales. You *DO NOT* have to be a
dealer to get the CDs. I'm sorry you reached an unpleasant person. Call
and ask for me, Ernie at extension 414!!! I *WILL* get to the bottom of
this and a good chewing for an employee is immenent. 1-800-782-0778 ext
414
When I tried to order the ROM, I was told that the person taking those
orders was out to lunch, and would have to call me back…. I never heard
from them again! I guess a $5 sale just isn't worth their time.
Chris
Read message 19990 and find WHOM to talk to, to receive a disk.
Scott
Thanks – I printed out that message and plan on calling soon!
Chris