MG Gundam GP01 - Gunpla in 1997? (4K)

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A review of the 1997 Master Grade Gundam GP01 "Zephyranthes" from the anime series Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory.
Uh... 28 minutes? I intended to make a longer video because I like rambling about old kits, but this might be a little too much... Still let me know if you like these longer videos or prefer quicker 15 minute videos.
Intro - 00:00
Build - 1:15
End of Painting - 11:25
Appearance - 12:05
Articulation - 16:38
Gimmicks - 21:41
Final Verdict - 25:38
-- Production notes for future me to wonder how I spent my 20's --
- The reason for the delay was all the new stuff I tried with this video. My day job also dumped a bunch of video work on me too. That accounted for a good month gap in there.
- We're in 4K now! Thanks to the new computer, I can actually move up from 1080p! Really happy with it, though there have been a ton of growing pains. Thankfully, this new computer is crazy powerful so my usual trial-and-error was pretty easy to work through.
- The 28 minutes... So basically, I regularly hear that people like these videos as background noise. Some even say they're like ASMR. So I decided to try and lean into that vibe. I think I bit off more than I could chew though, as an older kit like this already has like 20 minutes worth of info anyway, so adding in additional rambling got me to around 35 minutes. I then went back and edited it down to the 28.
- The script was massive to fit in more rambling, sitting at 15 pages compared to the usual 7-8. There's just so much to talk about with older kits. It was mainly all this painting though. That was going to be about 7-8 minutes even at the usual pacing. Then I had to make the other sections almost as long as to not have the video too lopsided. Again, this was the wrong kit to try and go longer with lol
- No title card here. I just didn't feel up to it. I do enjoy those, but this video burned me out a little too much. Maybe if I ever re-upload this video.
- I'm not happy with the audio. Way too many mouth sounds. Of course, it's been a hot minute since I last recorded audio, so I'm going to assume this was just rust.
- The music is turned WAY down. Part of me likes not having background music, but it's really useful in masking poor audio (which I still somehow have). However, with a 28 minute video it'd get annoying real fast, so I turned it way down here. Think I need to commission new music. Andrew, if you're reading this, let me know!
- The footage was shot in 4k with a Canon R5 and my that RF 100mm Macro. Such a crazy lens and it's totally the right tool for this job. However, it picks up EVERYTHING. All the little microscopic pieces of dust/hair, cuts/nubs and paint flaws. I think I need step it up building wise to compensate.
- The slider gave me some issues. My camera with the 100mm lens is just too heavy and causes the slider to tilt forward during it's panning. The only 2 fixes are to buy a 3rd party mount to better distribute the camera load, or I buy a better slider. Would really like to find a 3rd option instead lol
- Editing the slider footage was weird too. I noticed the stabilization effect had it's zoom-in set to 'auto' so some shots would zoom .2% while others would be .4% etc. I tried to standardize the zoom and set them all to 1%. However, none of the shots matched. You can see how poorly they fit together. Not sure what went wrong. Maybe the 4k giving more detail? The slider footage itself being bad? Or maybe I should leave it at auto. Need to investigate.
- Editing was done in daily 3-4 hour sit downs over the course of 2 weeks. There was just so much to edit. Thanks to these short bursts though, I got real weird with it. Like the manual shots having black surrounding the important sections, or the inserts using fades instead of hard edges, or how I FINALLY fixed the weird crossfade on the scoring sections.
- YES, I finally fixed the crossfading into/from black. Check older videos, whenever there's a fade to/from a scoring section with the black gradient on the left, during the transition you always see the edge of the underlying footage. I usually just use a black gradient .png I made, but this time I tried cropping the underlying footage and cranking up the feathering. It has the exact same effect, but because the edge of the image fades into the black, there's no weird hard edge! Going to use this going forward.
- Thanks for checking those notes, they're kinda just for me, but if it helps you avoid my mistakes, then no complaints here. Anyway, usually I post specific songs now, but I've really just had my Future Funk playlist on 24/7. Here it is for those interested: • Future Funk

[@GeremyG]

All of the Stardust Memory MGs desperately need 2.0’s.

[@itsmepamz2477]

I seconded this. Absolutely need 2.0 with great frame like the RX-78 and Zaku II, but with engineering on nowaday kits.

[@AjaxJP]

We also need a Gerbera Tetra MG

[@bootlegyoumufumo4632]

I need the MG GP02 2.0 so bad. It's a pretty popular Gundam but Bandai just ignore that fact and ignore MG fans nowadays

[@dus_stertzum]

even the HGs, for their age they even looked very detailed

[@rizqizen4528]

@@bootlegyoumufumo4632 nowadays, normal MG release pretty rare My thoughts is, they want to make mgex with older kits

[@shogus0046]

Dad was not out getting milk, he was getting the GP-01

[@redheadphones6]

Hey, thanks for watching! Older Gunpla are a lot of fun, even with their usual need for paint. Let me know if you liked this longer video too, or if you prefer shorter videos. Instagram - instagram.com/redheadphones6/ Twitter - twitter.com/redheadphones6

[@GeremyG]

I’m just happy to watch whatever you put out.

[@TheVanillaQueen]

Definitely like the longer videos

[@alexharvey8291]

You have a really great format for short videos but its just as good for longer ones too!

[@ParmMannREBORN]

In general anything works, your videos are a joy to watch. I do enjoy the longer, more thorough videos though

[@jp0607]

Hey man can u do a review on Mgex blast mode destiny gundam it was my favorite gundam but it has no appeal as a MG, i know it has many issues but can u do it for me plz cuz i luv how u make a review can u give it a nc review 😢 I'm from the Philippines i luv seed destiny gunplas.. ❤❤❤

[@androyus]

I always love your old-MG reviews. You explore every single aspect of it with respect (even though it's outdated) and not just saying that the kit is old and it's shit. I truly want you to keep reviewing old MGs. If you ran out of Gundam MGs, try the old Zeon Suit MGs. They should serve you well 👍

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! That's totally the vibe I'm going for, so it's awesome that it's coming through. These older kits can be a lot of fun, so I hope these kinds of videos can get more people interested in them!

[@SamRK-1000]

I agree. There’s a lot to be respected from older kits, they have a much simpler build and can be a lot of fun if you’ve been stuck building super complex Ver Ka’s or MGs like Wing Zero or Eclipse. That’s how I felt after building the 1.5 RX782. It was a relaxing and low stakes build experience.

[@truthseeker9833]

Lol Mecha Gaikotsu is a bad reviewer

[@SamRK-1000]

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[@paulheap1982]

@@truthseeker9833 you know, it's possible to paraise one without shitting on another. But then again, what do I know?

[@exiagn0012]

A thoughtful & serious Gunpla review. Better than a reviewer who look down on old kits & give them a BS bad tiers

[@_s-p-e-c-t-r-a_music_]

I thought you had stopped uploading for good! I'm so glad to see you making videos again! I miss your reviews so much.

[@darktitan3025]

This was my first ever Gundam kit and it got me hooked on the whole hobby. (I did it a pretty bad job of course, but still). I would love to see a 2.0 or a Ver. Ka of this kit, it's a really cool design

[@AmonGus-ug9sp]

This is one of the best reviews for this kit, it is unfortunate that it is often overlooked due to it's age. The GP01 is such a cool design and a Ver. Ka would be pretty epic.

[@eggy1859]

I thought you quit I love your videos and how you show the frame

[@ayanami-san2655]

Return of the king

[@ORLY911]

Holds up a bit better than I expected, it is weird though this suit keeps getting passed over for a 2.0/katoki treatment, it's one of the more recognizable suits especially in the west thanks to the toonami airing of 0083. Ah well, maybe it'll get the MGEX treatment and we'll get both armor sets like the PG or somthin

[@ultave]

A new (old) Master Grade review! Feels nostalgic lol

[@Socra_Finger]

Hey man, I've always thought that your reviews on Gunpla are best out of the whole internet, not to be dramatic but its true. Your videos are very professional and not boring or annoying. I've watched all your videos and always come to the conclusion that i want to watch more :) I love your simple suggestion modeling techniques, especially using the pink Gundam marker for the mono eye, i've used the technique on my Gouf MG 2.0 and looks amazing! I love to see more zeong kits as "zaku's are cooler". I adore your work and hope to see more in the future!

[@Julian-nu4bx]

Wow! There's not a ton of reviews of the old 0083 MG's with high quality footage like this, so I've always been hesitant to buy one as I'm not sure what they'd look like built and detailed up. This video is much appreciated! It actually doesn't look that bad, once it's got the paint on.

[@redheadphones6]

Yeah, it's kinda surreal seeing a kit that was released back when VHS was still going strong, in 4K 16:9 lol. It really puts these older kits in a new light, and hopefully gets people to try some of these classic kits.

[@BattleManiac7]

I remember really wanting one of these as a little kid when they were quite new. Hopefully it'll get a 2.0 sooner than later.

[@laddismaximus9535]

The legend returns. I’ve been watching like too many of your reviews man, great to see you back in action!

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks, it's great to be back!

[@kioskhill]

Honestly, a longer video from you like this is a dream come true. I always end up binging your reviews, and since you always go more in depth than other reviewers, I always wish that there were more or that they were longer. I'd love to see that MG V2 Ver ka covered in this much detail. Anyways, love the reviews, keep up the good work!

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! I'm stoked people are cool with this longer video. I used to spend so much time cutting stuff out thinking it'd bore people lol The MG V2 Ver Ka is on my shelf right now. Trying to decide between that and the Sazabi ver KA.

[@davidlopez879]

Your reviews are the only ones i watch on repeat because of how great the format, music and scripting is. Literally they are my "gaming listen -to". Dunno where the hell are you but we need you back.

[@Killdust99]

1:38 holy hell I’m glad that shoulder/bicep design didn’t stick around. So many kits would have floppy arms if that were still the standard

[@g3n3raljo41]

Ngl dude im always excited when you upload videos on older kits, the music makes it way better and i like your voice btw

[@mojave9883]

The wait for videos is always worth the time. 😎

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!

[@SamRK-1000]

I could watch your videos all day, man! I love your reviews so much. Lots of people look at old MGs as useless and trashy but I have a huge soft spot in my heart for these older kits. I built the MG RX-78-2 1.5 after doing a complex build (RG Hi-Nu) and I fell in love with the simplicity. I love to paint my kits and put my work into them, so these old MGs give me a lot of enjoyment from the hobby. It’s so useful to have someone who doesn’t dismiss these kits, and your reviews are factual and relaxed, and you aren’t beholden to a monetization schedule where you have to pump out reviews, so you spend more time building your kits (in the Hi-Nu review you mentioned how the decals fell of after a month of handling, even after top-coating and setter, which proves you don’t buy just to review). Keep doing what your doing Red :)

[@maaarrlonn]

been waiting for this one for ages ! been sitting in my backlog for when this review eventually released !

[@laplantamichay]

I love this guy

[@back_stabbath9729]

As always excellent work, always dig seeing these older kits and your approach/expertise always lend to very fair and informative reviews. Watching through all these got me to pick up a copy of the Guncannon and my shop regularly stocks the Kampfer and I want to give that one a shot as well.

[@redheadphones6]

That's awesome, great picks! There are some real gems from back in the day.

[@theIconstable]

@@redheadphones6 Same here in regards to the Guncannon, a couple months ago I remembered your review of it and decided to grab it up along with the Guntank.

[@mablevalley4683]

Was literally just binging your old reviews yesterday, being like oh it’s a bummer he hasn’t uploaded recently and now this? I’m blessed thank you

[@malcay5550]

New MG redheadphones review lessgo. Best Gunpla reviewer out there.

[@riblo72]

I built the GP01fb as my First MG. It is such a Good looking MS with a very old kit.

[@pyknicporpoise8121]

Great and informative vid! I wanted to say ur the reason I got the turn a mg as my second ever kit and getting me addicted to this hobby months ago

[@malachimusclerat]

nice to see you upload again, i love these chill reviews compared to other youtubers who are way too hyped. great pick too, i love that i have the RG in progress on my desk to compare

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! Yeah, that real grade looks awesome. Part of me wants to pick one up to compare to this MG.

[@Silentwolf-nk7kc]

Love the new review set up man. Keep it up!

[@paulhorneschillings1212]

THE GOAT RETURNS WITH HEADPHONES OF RED

[@aidencgg]

He's back!! I love this channel, easily the best for reviews. Great video!

[@nm2358]

Good job getting the colors on point for this girl. The GP gundams are such neglected beauties.

[@johnnyj3852]

Your review is always solid and on point!

[@user-qy4gp8cd8t]

A lot of the old MGs at the time were probably based on the redesigns by Katoki (Zeta 1.0 is a prominent example) in order to make them more viable to make model kits out of, and they were not supposed to be anime/original-design accurate.

[@DoubleZetaTK]

You're my favorite gunpla reviewr. Keep it up hombre

[@xXswagy0l0blazeit420]

I really appreciate you reviewing these older kits. Thank you

[@demha8190]

Clutch 🔥 was just looking into this kit

[@jayempreem]

I feel relaxed for this kind of review. Keep this style of review don't mind if it's too long, it's relaxing! Keep it up. 🤝

[@kazzu2046]

Good to see you again man! Love your reviews! They always detailed and love your fair feedbacks.

[@redheadphones6]

Thank you!

[@adimeloji]

Great detailed review! definitely made me appreciate the older kits more haha,,u have gotten one more subscriber❤

[@JKboi27]

Damn. You made this ancient kit look fantastic without resorting to a full paint job. Awesome stuff

[@abcgefp]

Yes yes YES! Love your stuff, man!

[@borgar1765]

love to see another video, your reviews are excellent!

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!

[@michaelquiroz4565]

Hell yeah glad youre still at it. You're one of the best reviewers out there.

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!

[@haianhle2273]

I’m glad you’re back

[@Map4ch3]

YEAAAAH MAN I MISSED YOU. Your reviews are so precise and to the point. Plus there's no much channels looking at old kits

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! Yeah, it's weird to me so many people just skip over these older MG's. There are some real gems out there.

[@youknowwhoitis5279]

Really glad to see more videos from you, keep it up!

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!

[@gelgoorx]

Bro you're the hero we need looking forward to your reviews

[@jasongardner1998]

The Return of the King No but seriously, glad to see the review, hope to see more soon

[@HaL3Sniping]

Got the biggest smile when I saw this video pop up

[@tapsilogic]

I'd love to work on this kit as a full paint job. I wonder if there are third-party waterslides for it? 20:29 Bandai should make extra V-fins (and other fragile components) a standard part of every kit, or at least include them as metal components.

[@Map4ch3]

Man I really want this kit now. I love taking my time cleaning and detailing my builds, so this looks like a LOT of fun to me

[@connor___]

Straight up, if you're willing to put in the extra love, this kit can be BEAUTIFUL. I picked it up about a year ago because it was really cheap at my local shop and because of that I wasn't afraid to paint it up and it's now one of my favorite builds!

[@Map4ch3]

@@connor___ the cheap factor is crucial. I'm not in a position where I can constantly buy kits so having one that could take me more than one day is huge for me xD. Sometimes you get home from work and there's nothing like drink a beer while doing some cleaning or painting.

[@kosmokat111]

oh man you've rly stepped it up with this, I'm super impressed lol

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! Only the highest possible video quality for these 25 year old kits lol

[@gfh110]

This particular kit had a lot more than most, but one thing I really appreciate about your reviews is how you point out all the areas that need painting. I don't fully paint my kits, but I do like to correct any areas that aren't color accurate, as well as adding decals, top coat, and some light weathering. It's great having someone who actually points out all the areas that need attention. I'm always paranoid that I'll miss something.

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! Yeah, the painting locations are a lot of fun to list out, even when the list is 10 minutes long like in this video lol

[@shashummga3477]

A new Redheadpones6 upload? Spectacular

[@user-yp2ms1ej7r]

the return of the king

[@itsbrunhilda9704]

My GOAT is back, let’s goo

[@black_jacket6449]

OUR BOY IS BACK!!

[@gatchaponkei]

I've been waiting for this

[@Jhayzer021]

Stardust Memories deserved a Ver. Ka since most of the famous UC gundams are in that line.

[@bensmith7963]

The king is back.

[@2saisai]

great review and the new setup looks fantastic.

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!

[@Dana_Ruiz]

Fantastic review as always. Built this kit a few months ago and had a great time with it! Definitely more of a traditional plastic model (with the need to paint a good amount of the kit) than modern gunpla.

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks! Yeah, this kit is really great for it's age. Takes a bit more effort than usual, but the end results are worth it imo.

[@NebLleb]

Honestly, I think the High grade is the way to go here, mainly because despite its age, it's actually one of the more impressive early High Grades. Now if only I had a Real Grade to complete the trifecta...

[@shiranui498]

Welcome back!

[@itsmepamz2477]

Thanks for the review! This kit desperately need 2.0 treatment. Yes, it is outdated. But the appearance is quite good. Unfortunately, it needs too much work for bring out its full potential. If there is still no news about the 2.0 of this kit in the future, maybe I'll try the RG. Although I personally prefer 1/100 over 1/144. But, great and nicely detailed review as always! 👍

[@thetrigger6428]

Just recently got this kits after looking for it for years. It really pops out after repainting the whole kits and I really love it. Also I modified the extra palm hand so it can hold the shield on the front just like in the anime. :)

[@ackmedzambosama5327]

injection molded kits that assemble into articulated figures in year 1997 is insane

[@tanukizzy]

Stardust Memory needs a Ver.KA kit so badly, it's insane that they haven't even bothered with a 2.0 at all yet. Ultimately, the ones that we do have still look nice. Even the G Gundam MG's of this time still look nice, despite the build being abysmal by today's standards. Still really like seeing reviews of these sorts of kits though, and the idea of detail parts in the box is something that I wouldn't mind seeing more of, maybe just in the form of parts for an optional build of a section.

[@DiceandDeadlifts]

He's back!

[@captainbigglesworth1062]

It's finally here, I kneel

[@ianritchie3690]

My first Mg and still a favorite build. Such a great kit. I've done the Pg and I might like this better pound for pound

[@tver]

These old Startdust Memory MGs are essentially “Ver. Ka(toki)” versions of the original Shoji Kawamori designs of the GP01 and the GP02. Katoki did the redesigns for the MG kits, but they aren’t official “Ver.Ka” releases. Katoki also designed the GP03 for the anime, so that’s a “Ver.Ka” in all but name, by default. The same goes with the GM type C, which not incidentally shares a lot of parts with the MG RX-78-2 Gundam “Ver.Ka” kit.

[@zamabdurajak4682]

MG in the mid 90's feels like a full mechanic series nowadays..

[@c5ys543]

HE’S BACK!!!!!!!!

[@sanictheedgehog]

Honestly looks like a pretty fun kit. The Guncannon and the Ver Ka RX 78 2 master grades were fun to do some touching up with gundam markers. This looks like it needs a lot of effort, but that's what makes it fun. Only thing that worries me is that a lot of these kits floating around right now are possibly older prints with older plastic and aged stickers, making the eye sticker maybe not stick as well as it should. Eye painting is a real pain.

[@dwaynealberttgalicia3834]

Hey dude its great to be back to review the old gp01 Can you review the masteegrade eclipse

[@reviathan3524]

I have the GP02 and I'm considering getting this, if I can find any around where I live. Intro really made me remember rrobert184

[@truthseeker9833]

Glad to see one of your reviews again

[@gundam1821]

Welcome back

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!

[@Kaiju_Kommandox6]

We're so back

[@tedhodge4830]

I will say that I managed to see the RG version of the GP01 in person recently at a hobby store, and it looks really, really sharp. Although the hinges on the cockpit are still grey. Go figure.

[@okifirmansyah23]

Welcome back🎉

[@redheadphones6]

Thanks!🥳

[@care-o-sene]

huge fan of the softer music!

[@mikhailarcade3254]

Old Master Grades or MG 1.0 is fun to built regardless of bad articulation and limited poses they had. I'm a fan of building 1/144 HGs but when I build MG GM Ground Type, I said it looks like the Latest Updated Version of High Grades in terms of overall reviews but I Realize that Building Old MG's is like you are travelling at time machine 😁😁

[@loganwebster4776]

Return of the kiiing

[@CalderTF2]

The first time I watched this video. I watched the entire thing while in my car while my mom was in hallmark.

[@Avast3]

New vid hype!

[@MS_06S2K]

We should have got 2.0 ver ka's of the Gundam Development project Gundams instead of the Zeta, yes it was the last of the big four but come on Stardust Memory Katoki was involved in.

[@jp0607]

Wc back luv ur reviews tnx man... ❤❤❤

[@alexbigman7759]

Id love to see a review on either of the new mg dom kits due to their weird semi 2.0 updated pieces.

[@dolyharianto]

This kit is pretty good, I love the design and the GP01Fb expansion actually makes it look better. I presume they were marketing this as kits for pro modellers back then hence the seam lines that need to be fixed.

[@2010ngojo]

Just built mine. The shield can be fairly loose, but I just have to push it together hard enough and it stays pretty secure. Not bad for a pre 2000 kit.

[@dullahan4461]

No i cant go to the party theres a new redheadphones review

[@redheadphones6]

The real world can wait. Now is the time for Gunpla.

[@pradhtshobbies9700]

Welcome back bro 😂🎉🎉

[@redheadphones6]

Thank you!

[@gm2998]

Recently I built a GP03, the amount of paint job needed to it frustrated me a little bit. And of course, I'm not good with painting details! Did my best and the result is ok, but wasn't fun. It's a shame because it's one of my favourites gundam designs.

[@doctorx0079]

HE LIVES!!

[@ThatGuy-2327]

Hey, new fan here. Been watching your reviews and they are so helpful. Not many people review the kits you've reviewed (especially the old school kits). Have you reviewed the MG Accguy yet? I've been thinking about getting that kit but im not too sure if its good or not.