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Last updated - May 26, 2026

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Hello everyone,
I'd like to offer you PIONEER external slimline Blu‑ray drives for sale.
They come from a standard 14‑day return.
All drives come with their original packaging, which shows light signs of wear (unless stated otherwise).

Current inventory:

Verbatim 43890 w. Pioneer BDR-UD03 @ BDR-UD04 1.14 - mfd. December 2023 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43890 w. Pioneer BDR-UD03 @ BDR-UD04 1.14 - mfd. March 2024 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43890 w. Pioneer BDR-UD03 @ BDR-UD04 1.14 - mfd. April 2024 - €250 ($290)

Verbatim 43889 w. Pioneer BDR-UD03 @ BDR-UD04 1.14 - mfd. January 2024 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43889 w. Pioneer BDR-UD03 @ BDR-UD04 1.14 - mfd. April 2024 - €250 ($290)

Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (UHD official) - mfd. January 2024 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (UHD official) - mfd. April 2024 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (UHD official) - mfd. May 2024 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (UHD official) - mfd. June 2024 - €250 ($290)
Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (UHD official) - mfd. August 2024 - €250 ($290)

(Please note: the dates I provide are the actual manufacturing dates of the drives, not the dates when OEMs assembled them into their enclosures.)

Verbatim 43890 comes with USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 Y-Cable and external EU power adapter (optional, for USB 2.0 only computers).
Verbatim 43888/43889 comes with USB-C to USB-A 3.0 cable and cointains additional USB-A to USB-C adapter.

All Verbatim 43889/43890 drives have been crossflashed by me with firmware, which enables ripping 4K UHD Blu-ray discs.
Verbatim 43888 is an UHD official drive and can read 4K UHD discs right out of the box, without any modifications.

I can send photos of the individual drives upon request.

I ship from Poland within one business day via DHL within the EU (shipping cost: €15) and accept PayPal payments, as well as bank transfers.
Regarding questions about shipping to the USA, I can offer UPS shipping for €35 ($40).
You can return the drive within 14 days if you are not satisfied or if you changed your mind.

Contact me via email: darnowski(at)o2.pl or send me a PM.

If you are interested in Pioneer external 5.25" USB drive (Asus BW-16D1H-U Pro & BW-16D1X-U):
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=41368

If you are interested in Pioneer internal 5.25" drives:
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=41303

Inventory updated.
I've added one unit of the Pioneer BDR‑XD08EMB‑S Moonlight Black.
The drive is running factory firmware version 1.02 and is capable of reading 4K UHD discs.
Like new, complete factory set in the original packaging. Only one unit available. Ask for photos.

Inventory updated: several Verbatim 43888/43889/43890 with Pioneer drives acquired from the final production year, all in perfect condition.

Would like to give a review for my recent purchase of his drive (LiteOn EB1)
Responsive & clear communication with him, he even provided images & proof of drive tests & compatibility beforehand without me even asking.
Quickly shipped to the other side of the world. The drive works like a charm, Thanks!

"Verbatim 43890 w. Pioneer BDR-UD03" received today. Excellent service and communication. Thanks very much.

Thank you to skyrider! My drive arrived quickly and safely and worked perfectly. Much appreciated.

I've updated the list of available drives.
Additional Verbatim 43888 units with the BDR‑UD04 have been added, these are official UHD drives in like new condition.

I've also decided to sell two Pioneer BDR‑XD08 drives with factory post 12/2022 firmware, which means I'm unable to crossflash them.
If you're able to get a fair crossflash price from Billycar11, this offer is perfect for you.

Have emailed you (unable to PM here currently)
Thanks in advance.

I would like to thank skyrider for my Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (shipped to France). The drive arrived quickly and was in perfect condition. Here's what I tried to do with the drive so far :

Audio CD playing - worked flawlessly
Audio CD ripping - worked flawlessly
DVD ripping - worked flawlessly
Blu-ray ripping - worked flawlessly
"Difficult" 4K Blu-ray ripping - worked flawlessly

I haven't tried burning a disc yet, but I assume it would work flawlessly as well.

The speed of this Pioneer drive is also way more stable than that of my LG drives (I believe it's more stable than my Buffalo drive, even). Overall, I am very happy with my purchase.

Sayaka wrote: ↑

Tue May 12, 2026 5:16 pm

I would like to thank skyrider for my Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 (shipped to France). The drive arrived quickly and was in perfect condition. Here's what I tried to do with the drive so far :

Audio CD playing - worked flawlessly
Audio CD ripping - worked flawlessly
DVD ripping - worked flawlessly
Blu-ray ripping - worked flawlessly
"Difficult" 4K Blu-ray ripping - worked flawlessly

I haven't tried burning a disc yet, but I assume it would work flawlessly as well.

The speed of this Pioneer drive is also way more stable than that of my LG drives (I believe it's more stable than my Buffalo drive, even). Overall, I am very happy with my purchase.

Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad to hear that the Pioneer drive met your expectations. Pioneer is indeed in a completely different league compared to LG. It's true that it's slower, but it handles even problematic discs very well. I wish you a pleasant experience using it. Best regards.

Skyrider sent me a Verbatim 43888 w. Pioneer BDR-UD04 1.14 to the U.S. It took about a week to arrive from when it was dropped off in Europe.

It's working like a champ for DVD, Blu-Ray and 4k Blu-rays so far.

Thanks for the quick reponse and technical support. I'm happy with the purchase.