Appreciation ðŸ“¦ Monsta X lightstick version 2 unboxing thread! 📸 (1 Viewer)

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I was not expecting their arrival until tomorrow, but they got here early, so...LET'S GO!!!
Now, I admit when Starship first announced it, I wasn't necessarily 100% on-board.
It's really hard to get a feel for something based on promotional images alone.





Removing the box from the bubble wrap and you get the first real difference.
The v.1 box was flimsy card stock but looked pretty, this box is heavy duty in comparison.


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The minute I opened the lid of the box, I knew this lightstick would be just as beautiful as the last.



AHHHHH!!!!

First observation is that the beloved glitter remains!
Oh, and instead of black, this time around it's gray.
They really did the packaging nicely, the top of the lightstick has a plastic protection bag.
The cardboard insert is cut to cradle the lightstick while stopping short enough to allow it to slot into the stand in the box itself, keeping it from just bumping around inside.







A new addition with the v.2 is the inclusion of the aforementioned stand, something I sorely missed with v.1 and highly appreciate. It even has a slot for placing photocards, postcards, photos, etc. Also comes with the usual wrist strap. The v.2 also includes the new Monsta X logo embossed onto the battery compartment, as well as the group name printed in silver on the stand fitting.





Now, of course, being a lightstick, it has a purpose, and so I definitely had to test it out, and let me tell you, this baby is bright!




I can see why they went with clear plastic this time around, it makes all the difference for the shine. I had a really hard time even getting my camera to capture it without it just being glare. While the light is white by default, it is bluetooth enabled for central control at concerts.



Also, as has been pointed out by others besides myself, it almost seems as if there's a nod to another group in there a little bit, though it could be wishful thinking. :pepelook:


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Should also point out the new design resembles a diamond, and looking at it from the top, the center is a star, though I didn't manage to snap a picture of that. Overall, I'm quite pleased by the new version, and while it's still going to take some getting used to, I can't wait to put it to good use in August!

Feel free to share your observations and opinions on the new lightstick below.
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I’m not even a Monbebe but I’ve a,wats loved Monsta X’s lightsticks
They've honestly got two of the best lightsticks in kpop, design wise. :pandaboss:

Monsta X have one of my favourite lightsticks, its so sleek and classy.
While I am totally biased, I entirely agree. :llama_tea:
 

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I already own v.1, and wasn't planning on getting this one,,, BUT ITS SO PRETTY OMG!!! It looks even better here! I am definitely going to consider buying it now lol
I wasn't originally planning on getting mine before tour, but since they stocked them on OKVIT & the price wasn't bad ($37.23) + ordering together with my friend meant we got free shipping it made more sense. Plus the photos people posted from WAH in Seoul after they launched convinced me I needed to rethink my initial reaction to it. Unfortunately they're out of stock now and no one knows when they'll restock.
 
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I wasn't originally planning on getting mine before tour, but since they stocked them on OKVIT & the price wasn't bad ($37.23) + ordering together with my friend meant we got free shipping it made more sense. Plus the photos people posted from WAH in Seoul after they launched convinced me I needed to rethink my initial reaction to it. Unfortunately they're out of stock now and no one knows when they'll restock.
Awh :’c guess I’ll have to wait then
 
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Awh :’c guess I’ll have to wait then
I mean, that's not the only place you can get them, if you're U.S. based, Choice Music L.A. has them on pre-order, but they're charging $49.99 and I'm pretty sure that doesn't include shipping.
 
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Monsta X still has the best lightstick in kpop.
:pandalove::pandalove::pandalove::pandalove::pandalove::pandalove::pandalove:

Can't wait til the concert now
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I can't decide whether I'm bringing the new one alone or both. I could two-handed cheer!​
 
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My only issue with both is that they said when v.2 was released that v.1 lightsticks may not work in sync and may possibly be switched off during shows. Then I'd just have an extra for no reason, plus packing for travel without damaging both...​
 

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I really like it. The preview at first looked rather "terrible" but seeing it from someone holding it in the hand etc. it looks much better and it's obvious why they chose a new design compared to the old one
The preview definitely did not do it justice, I wasn't even sure I was going to get one before tour until people put up pics from the Seoul cons and it just looked so different from the preview that I wanted to see for myself. It's so much brighter, really, I think I'll try to do a comparison when I get home. As much as I love how colourful v.1 was, it really takes away from the overall impact.
 
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I mean, that's not the only place you can get them, if you're U.S. based, Choice Music L.A. has them on pre-order, but they're charging $49.99 and I'm pretty sure that doesn't include shipping.
Woahh! Yeah I’ll definitely wait, I don’t want to pay that much lol
 
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Ooof damn that looks nice, reminds me of the Shinee one still but it has it's own pros.
I love the whole review thing tho
 
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Ooof damn that looks nice, reminds me of the Shinee one still but it has it's own pros.
I love the whole review thing tho
It's so sleek and sparkly. I totally wasn't intending to review, it just...kinda happened, lol. I do love my lightsticks a lot and thus get a little wordy about them.
 
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It's so sleek and sparkly. I totally wasn't intending to review, it just...kinda happened, lol. I do love my lightsticks a lot and thus get a little wordy about them.
I'd totally freak over it too. Idk if I'd appreciate the stall thing as much cause haven't had it before but still.
I love reviews cause I like doing them too.
 
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