New (Canada Only) Multiple Drives available ASUS BW-16D1HT - LG WP50NB40 - LG BP60NB10

[MartyMcNuts]

I was going to PM this question but it appears my account is to new, have you tested any of these drives with audio discs and can comment on performance?

All optical drives work with CD/DVD discs. I've never seen or heard of any model that doesn't. The most expensive Pioneer BDR-S13 models are the best at CD ripping but pretty much any drive will still do a good job.

Yeah I've always assumed that but I've gotten conflicting opinions on that but as was answered in a thread I posted here anything with a red laser should work just figured I ask just in case he had.

First came CD ony drives, then CD/DVD drives, then they added the blu laser for blu-ray discs. They have always had the red laser for CD then DVD.

[Bluntman]

Bump for relative update.

[Bistro40]

Hi, I already have a Asus BW-16D1HT, but having trouble with some of my blu-ray disk. I wanted to by another drive from different manufacturers to alternate between them if a get errors.

[unclebob]

Hi Bluntman - plz drop me a DM need to get a drive thanks!

[unclebob]

Hi Bluntman please drop me a DM I tried DM'ing you and it's stuck in Outbox for some reason, wish to buy a drive - thanks!

********UPDATE Nov 6th 2025**********


I have been blown away the last few weeks. Retailers are sold out of every drive I offer in Canada pretty much consistently. I can not find a steady and reliable stream of drives right now at all. It wasn't this bad during Covid...

I apologize if I have not responded to any emails in the last week. I didn't have anything positive to relay, and I was hoping if I just waited a little longer stock would arrive. That appears not to be the case. Every major retailer I look at, they seem to be backordered or Out of Stock. Sorry Team Canada, I am unable to help anyone right now at all. I don't like to operate like this, and never have before. For some unknown reason to me, the supply, or perhaps demands is through the roof. I will update this if and when stock stabilizes and I am able to offer services again. I don't want to be taking this "break" right now. But it appears I have no choice.

Regards,
Bluntman


******UPDATE Oct 16th 2025***********

I have kept the option numbers the same for continuity and moved no longer offered options down to the legacy section.

Canada Post has resumed service albeit slower with rotating strikes. Drives will make it to you just not as speed as usual.

******

Not trying to push in on any established dealers here. Just serving my Canadian brothers and sisters exclusively. I do this part time and do not stock many drives on hand I'll order a few sell what I have and if there is a demand restock. All Prices will fluctuate slightly for the prices I am charged to acquire stock.

For your consideration:


##################OPTION #1**********************IN STOCK: Email Me

THIS IS A UHD FRIENDLY DRIVE

ASUS BW-16D1HT for $285(Canadian Dollars) + $19.94 flat rate shipping anywhere in Canada. Firmware 3.10 unless otherwise requested.

Also available fully setup in a VANTEC NST-536S3-BK 5.25" Blu-Ray / DVD / CD SATA Drives Black Standard SATA / SuperSpeed USB 3.0 USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive.

Drive has been checked with 2 different UHD's one of which is a triple layer disc to confirm it is in working order. Then packaged up for shipping. It was new before the firmware flashing.

################OPTION#3******************************* IN STOCK: Email Me

THIS IS A UHD FRIENDLY DRIVE CROSS FLASHED TO THE LG BU40N 1.00 OFFICIAL FW FOR GREATER SOFTWARE COMPATIBILTY.

LG WP50NB40 - I have received a new order of LG WP50NB40's. They have the huge upside of being able to perform easy cleaning on the laser lens should performance ever start to dwindle. Also it is completely HUB powered so no need to carry an AC plug around with you. It is VERY portable. The price for this combo is:
$280 (Canadian Dollars) + $19.94 flat rate shipping anywhere in Canada.

Drive has been checked with 2 different UHD's one of which is a triple layer disc to confirm it is in working order. Then packaged up for shipping. It was new before the firmware flashing.


################OPTION#4******************************* IN STOCK: E-Mail Me

THIS IS A UHD OFFICIAL DRIVE

LG BP60NB10 - I have received a new order of LG BP60NB10's. They have the huge upside of being able to perform easy cleaning on the laser lens should performance ever start to dwindle. Also it is completely HUB powered so no need to carry an AC plug around with you. It is VERY portable. The price for this combo is:
$295 + $19.94 flat rate shipping anywhere in Canada.

Drive has been checked with 2 different UHD's one of which is a triple layer disc to confirm it is in working order. Then packaged up for shipping. It was new before the firmware flashing.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++


If interested you can reach me direct via text at 604 343 9670 or you can email me at BluntmanUHD@protonmail.com

Heck if you live in my neck of the woods in Canada I am open to in person exchange too (Vancouver) if you want to save on shipping. I’m


------------------------------------------------------LEGACY OPTIONS----------------------------------------------


##################OPTION#2*************************** IN STOCK: NO

LG WH16NS40 (cross flashed with WH16NS60 v1.02 firmware for increased speed and NO SLEEP BUG, or MK WH16NS40 1.05 UHD FRIENDLY if requested for $***(Canadian Dollars) + $20.99 flat rate shipping anywhere in Canada.

Also available fully setup in a VANTEC NST-536S3-BK 5.25" Blu-Ray / DVD / CD SATA Drives Black Standard SATA / SuperSpeed USB 3.0 USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive.

Drive has been checked with 2 different UHD's one of which is a triple layer disc to confirm it is in working order. Then packaged up for shipping. It was new before the firmware flashing.



###############OPTION#5********************************IN STOCK: NO

Pioneer BDR-UD03 cross flashed to Pioneer BDR-UD04 for UHD support - I have been able to add a rebranded Pioneer slim to my offering. This is the most premium slim I offer now. They have the upside of being able to perform easy cleaning on the laser lens should performance ever start to dwindle, also they max out at 4x read speed. So while slower, they are the most competent drive I now offer. Also it is completely HUB powered but it is also a VERY power hungry enclosure. So while it is HUB powered, you can also use an AC plug provided. It is VERY portable. The price for this drive is:
$*** (Canadian Dollars) + $*** flat rate shipping anywhere in Canada.

Drive has been checked with 2 different UHD's one of which is a triple layer disc to confirm it is in working order. Then packaged up for shipping. It was new before the firmware flashing.