“Blaster (Autobot Communicator, 1985/1986)

Takara ID number: 38

Accessories: Electro-scrambler gun

Known designers: Hideaki Yoke and Hiroyuki Obara (TakaraTomy)

Rather huge by the typical standards of Generation 1 Transformers, Blaster transforms into a miniature "ghetto blaster" boombox. He features spring-loaded buttons: when pressed, his "start" button stays in the depressed position until his "stop" button is pressed, while pressing the "eject" button pops open his tape door, which can store a single Mini-Cassette Transformer. Due to what was presumably a common internal misassembly issue, many original Blasters had doors which would not open when the eject button is pressed, nor would the other buttons work. Blaster has rather limited useful articulation, located in his neck and shoulders.

Early versions of Blaster have a back panel that can be removed (with great difficulty) to reveal an empty compartment that originally stored the tape on his Microman source, as the chest door contained the radio. Many reissues retain this while some have omitted it.”

Up for auction is a beautiful complete G1 Blaster that displays well and transforms as it should. Please see all pictures to confirm condition. The buttons work as should. The eject does unlock the cassette door, but most times you will have to pull open the door yourself. You get all items seen in the pictures.

Thanks for taking a look. I think you’ll love this Blaster. Good luck!