Do you watch AS on the fix or on tv?

[Zorak Masaki]

How do you watch Adult Swim, online on the fix or on tv? For the most part i watch on the fix, however, i watch the tv airings too (especially since bleach isnt part of the fix). Just thought this would be an interesting question since some people have claimed animes low ratings are due to the shows being available online.

[Speedy Boris]

Solely on ASV now.

[D Dubbs]

I haven't really been tuning into [adult swim] as much as I have in the past, but when I do, it's on TV. The quality on AS Video is so horrible, I can't stand it. I basically only watch it when they have some type of exclusive Internet episode or something.

[Lightning Tiger]

i watch DN and all comedies on ADV, i dont watch bleach most times cause its on so late (i try to stay awake but i fall asleep too easily) but since ive seen all the episodes already i still go on the talkbacks every week:D

(why havent they put Bleach on the fix yet?)

[Draft]

Solely on Video since the summer, should change once I get out of school (Hello watching Venture at 11:30PM on a 40in Screen)

[Rolling Cloud]

Both. I catch it on the fix, since I have nothing else to watch on Friday nights. And, I watch it on TV, so I can lay on my bed and watch it,

[Mugen]

I do both, although I tend to watch it on TV more since I'm more used to doing that. I usually watch Death Note on ASV since we have parties in my suite during the time it airs on Saturday.

[Kitschensyngk]

My TV time has dropped considerably since they dropped action weeknights.

I watch the Video when something interesting premieres. I saw all of what they had of Boondocks season two, select new T&EASGJs and plan to continue the FMA episode guide on the Wiki with it.

[Gobias]

I almost never watch Adult Swim premieres on television anymore; I just watch them on their site. Sometimes I'll watch a rerun of something on Adult Swim during the week.

[Romanesque]

Depends how late the show is on. :p

My preference tends toward the Fix whenever proper full-screen viewing is available. If all they'll allow is that stupid stretch to window width thing, I'm less tempted to even bother. Too bad they recently switched back to that. Hrmph.

--Romey

[Ishtar]

I mainly watch the fix just for Death Note premieres as of lately. Everything else is TV.

[Daikun]

Both, although I watch the Fix a lot more. Watching AS on TV is pretty rare for me.

[Taylor Karras]

Right. I rarley watch the fix. I do watch it if I missed an episode.

[XOMiss_Samantha]

I mainly watch the fix just for Death Note premieres as of lately. Everything else is TV.
Ditto.

I never used to like the fix until slowly it kind of grew on me. I watch some Robot Chicken on there too when I see something interesting.

[Kiryu]

I only watch it on tv unless theres some internet only special. I have a nice monitor and all but I'd rather wait a couple days and see it alot bigger on my tv, sitting in a comfy recliner rather than the computer chair.

[macattack]

Both, really. Sometimes I like watching premieres or a favorite rerun on Video, but I watch the TV the majority of the time. A couch is much more comfortable than a computer chair, and sometimes I like watching the programs on a larger screen anyway.

[Beat]

I record everything these days, which serves the same function as the Fix. Maybe when they stop breaking everything down into tiny chunks.

[DrTooth]

I don't have cable, so ergo, I watch the online site. Simple as that. If not, I'd actually have to go out and buy the DVD's.

[Darklordavaitor]

I think I've only used the fix once, to catch a new Boondocks that I couldn't wait for. Maybe I snuck in a Robot Chicken before, too. Wasn't the same.

For some reason, watching TV on the internet does nothing for me compared to watching stuff on actual TV or DVD. An odd trait I cannot describe, but I'm not ashamed of. I only watch online if there's no other alternative to go to. I'm sure I'd try to get used to it if I didn't have cable, though, which I pray never happens.

What's funny is that I've been watching [as] on Demand a whole lot more than the actual schedule. I'm really missing the original days of Williams Street, before everything tried to catch up to Aqua Teen's style of random stoner humor that even the original can't make 100% clever all the time.

[Kuroba]

A little of both, though I've been watching AS more on the Fix these days. My AS viewing on T.V has decreased considerably...

[Antiyonder]

How do you watch Adult Swim, online on the fix or on tv? For the most part i watch on the fix, however, i watch the tv airings too (especially since bleach isnt part of the fix).

If it's something I can't see on a regular basis then I'll view it, but I watch it on tv for comfort purposes.

Just thought this would be an interesting question since some people have claimed animes low ratings are due to the shows being available online.

Personally, I think the reason people watch programs online as often as they do is because we get more options. Now a decade ago, each channel had a diverse line up with different shows as opposed to today where they worship the top shows and cast all others aside.

Now if Adult Swim would cut down on the encore airings and have more titles, viewers would probably be more willing to watch AS on TV.

[Mugen]

Now if Adult Swim would cut down on the encore airings and have more titles, viewers would probably be more willing to watch AS on TV.

You make it seem like people don't watch AS on television, even though they do.

[Rabi~en~Rose]

tv-only! I tried watching the fix and jetstream and stuff but its just not very comfortable :yawn:

[J'onn J'onzz]

You make it seem like people don't watch AS on television, even though they do.True enough, but look at the poll. More people watch AS exclusively online than exclusive on the television.

[Daxdiv]

I watch both. The online for stuff since they have shows that they normally don't air like Shin-Chan, and the fact that they have selected clips from the episode online. TV to see what episodes they air, and to just see it on a normal screen.

[Antiyonder]

You make it seem like people don't watch AS on television, even though they do.

I didn't say that every single person watches it online, but that a good majority do.

[Mugen]

True enough, but look at the poll. More people watch AS exclusively online than exclusive on the television.

True, but then I know plenty of people who watch it on television exclusively.

[Dudley]

I only watch Boondocks on both the Fix and on TV. As for Death Note, I try to watch it exclusively on the Fix.

[herbkir]

I watch on TV, not the Fix. I'd rather sit comfy in my recliner with snack and beverage at hand and watch on a big, sharp TV screen. The only times I go online is if I missed the TV airing of an episode I particularly wanted to see.

And the poll results now show an even split between exclusive TV and exclusive Internet watchers. (^_*)

[Libra]

I only watch AS on TV. I hate watching things online; I don't like looking at the screen for too long.

[Master Moron]

I watch Adult Swim on TV. My moniter's okay, I guess, but I hate sitting on my chair while watching shows. I'd much rather watch TV while laying down on my futon. The only time I'll ever watch something online is if I miss something on TV.

[Lightning Tiger]

I didn't say that every single person watches it online, but that a good majority do.

not a majority, i mean i doubt that most people who watch AS post on AS related forums, you know?

[Deadman]

i watch both.

[purplehairedwonder]

I only watch on TV. My internet connection is wonky so doesn't usually do well with videos. I can handle waiting a day to catch something I want to see on TV anyway... though for Geass I might try and catch it early.

[cetuskun]

If it's on the fix I'll watch it there (if it's a premiere). Otherwise I'll watch it on TV.

[Antiyonder]

So even if there's a strong number of AS television viewers, a good majority of posts here (the ones stating that they watch online for shows that aren't on the air) prove that AS on TV would have more viewings if they had more shows.

[johnny139]

I watch Saturdays on the TV (Action) and whatever interests me on Video - Boondocks, new Shin-Chan, whatever anime they're streaming...

[Mugen]

So even if there's a strong number of AS television viewers, a good majority of posts here (the ones stating that they watch online for shows that aren't on the air) prove that AS on TV would have more viewings if they had more shows.

Aside from anime being shafted, I think AS' is showing a diverse amount of shows. Harvey Birdman, Home Movies, and Metalcalyspe are airing on weeknights currently. In a couple weeks, Oblongs and Mission Hill, two shows that haven't aired in a while, are coming back to airwaves. Sunday nights you have new episodes of Squidbillies, Assy McGee, with new episodes of Tim and Eric, Metalocalyspe and Venture Bros. coming soon. American Dad is airing its new-to-AS episodes on Sundays and new-to-AS episodes of Family Guy are going to air on Mondays soon. Venture Bros. is currently rerunning on Saturdays. Shin-Chan is coming back with new episodes, and Cowboy Bebop is airing for a few weeks before Code Geass is coming to the block. Inuyasha is airing for an hour on weeknights. Like I said, it sucks for anime fans, but its not bad at all.

As for repeating the shows at 2 AM, well its done for those people who miss it during its initial run. And the ratings have shown in the past that people do watch the encore run.

[Antiyonder]

As for repeating the shows at 2 AM, well its done for those people who miss it during its initial run. And the ratings have shown in the past that people do watch the encore run.

A. Tivo and recordings in general should really make missing a show a nonissue though.

B. I'm aware that viewers don't mind repeats, but I doubt that anyone consciously hates diversity on the line up. Can you name anyone who actually has said "I prefer that the networks air the same show multiple time rather than having many shows on the schedule". It's just that they don't give the television viewers a direct choice in the matter.

[Captain Highwind]

I watch Adult Swim on TV. My moniter's okay, I guess, but I hate sitting on my chair while watching shows. I'd much rather watch TV while laying down on my futon. The only time I'll ever watch something online is if I miss something on TV.

I watch anime premieres on the monitor first, but since streaming video quality has a 50-80% fluctuation rate of looking like crap, I end up watching the show again on television. Except I need to get a couch. It's hard to pick up on the audio lying down.

[Antiyonder]

To further illustrate the flaws of Adult Swims scheduling method, should a restaraunt buffet be limited to only 6 particular food items a day just because those particular food items are eaten the most? With only the weekends having a slight more diversity?

At first it may seem like a good idea to overuse your top products, but in the long run, having a little of everything will garner big results.

[Mugen]

A. Tivo and recordings in general should really make missing a show a nonissue though.

B. I'm aware that viewers don't mind repeats, but I doubt that anyone consciously hates diversity on the line up. Can you name anyone who actually has said "I prefer that the networks air the same show multiple time rather than having many shows on the schedule". It's just that they don't give the television viewers a direct choice in the matter.

A. Not everyone has Tivo and not everyone records a show. The encores do help people. Personally, I don't usually watch the encores since I watch them the first time, but there have been a couple times I've seen the encores.

B. I haven't met anyone like that, but then even with a diverse schedule, not everyone is going to watch every single show on the network. Most people pick and choose a couple shows they watch on the network and either don't like the rest or ignore it. That doesn't mean there shouldn't be diversity, but I think banking on the fact that diverse schedules= ratings gold isn't always the case.

[Antiyonder]

B. I haven't met anyone like that, but then even with a diverse schedule, not everyone is going to watch every single show on the network. Most people pick and choose a couple shows they watch on the network and either don't like the rest or ignore it. That doesn't mean there shouldn't be diversity, but I think banking on the fact that diverse schedules= ratings gold isn't always the case.

Same thing can be said of buffets if you go by my example from post 41. People don't eat everything from a buffet. Most people pick and choose a few particular food items and either don't eat the rest or ignore it.

So, should restaraunts restrict their buffets to the 6 most popular food items with excessive quatities, with only a slight bit of diversity on the weekend?

Now even if certain viewers don't watch all of the shows on Adult Swim, the less you get to see of your favorite show, the more you want of it. And it's best to leave the audience wanting more rather than stuffing them silly and making them sick of the show.

[Mugen]

Same thing can be said of buffets if you go by my example from post 41. People don't eat everything from a buffet. Most people pick and choose a few particular food items and either don't eat the rest or ignore it.

So, should restaraunts restrict their buffets to the 6 most popular food items with excessive quatities, with only a slight bit of diversity on the weekend?


No, but then if not a lot of people are eating certain food items, would it make sense to keep buying that food item if no one is eating it? You just lose money and that doesn't make sense when running a restaurant business.

Also, food and television programs aren't the same thing. You don't eat the same food over and over again. That's not good for you. There isn't anything bad or harmful in watching a certain program over and over again.

Now even if certain viewers don't watch all of the shows on Adult Swim, the less you get to see of your favorite show, the more you want of it. And it's best to leave the audience wanting more rather than stuffing them silly and making them sick of the show.

Except that I know people who don't get tired of watching the same show over and over again. My friends have seen Futurama and Family Guy episodes many times, yet whenever they continue to come on, they'll still watch it. And they're not alone.

[Antiyonder]

No, but then if not a lot of people are eating certain food items, would it make sense to keep buying that food item if no one is eating it? You just lose money and that doesn't make sense when running a restaurant business.

Let's say that all food items are consummed constantly, but some are consumed more than others. Would you still say yes to removing certain food items to cater o a particular crowd of eaters.

Also, food and television programs aren't the same thing. You don't eat the same food over and over again. That's not good for you. There isn't anything bad or harmful in watching a certain program over and over again.

Sooner or later even the most devoted fans will get tired and maybe turned off from a particular show. It would take forever to tire of a particular program when you keep your options open.

Except that I know people who don't get tired of watching the same show over and over again. My friends have seen Futurama and Family Guy episodes many times, yet whenever they continue to come on, they'll still watch it. And they're not alone.

Still, it's best in the long run to have something for everyone. It's for that reason why I believe Cartoon Network has struggled to gain viewers. Simply because they only focused on tween sitcom fans or action/adventure anime fans. Even then, the action adventure fans are getting the short end of the stick.

I don't denying that some viewers like constant repeats, but still everyone one here who did respond here admitting to watching AS Fix, mention it's for programming that's not on regular AS.

Going back to giving the viewers a direct choice, even if your friends like Futurama and Family Guy the most, would they or any other viewer scream bloody murder and boycott Adult Swim or Comedy Central for adding more shows? They might be miffed at first that their favorite shows are going to be aired in excessiveness, but I'm sure they would still appreciate the chance to view more programs just the same.

[Mugen]

Let's say that all food items are consummed constantly, but some are consumed more than others. Would you still say yes to removing certain food items to cater o a particular crowd of eaters.

My point was more towards foods that are barely eaten at all. Meaning it doesn't even meet the bare minimum to keep it around.

Sooner or later even the most devoted fans will get tired and maybe turned off from a particular show. It would take forever to tire of a particular program when you keep your options open.

True, but then I was never against diversity in the first place.

Still, it's best in the long run to have something for everyone. It's for that reason why I believe Cartoon Network has struggled to gain viewers. Simply because they only focused on tween sitcom fans or action/adventure anime fans. Even then, the action adventure fans are getting the short end of the stick.

Which is why at this years Upfront, CN is devoting a block for action-adventure shows on Friday nights, comedy for Thursday nights, and family-oriented movies on Sunday nights. So they are trying to have something for everyone. Whether or not it sticks, it'll remain to be seen.

I don't denying that some viewers like constant repeats, but still everyone one here who did respond here admitting to watching AS Fix, mention it's for programming that's not on regular AS.


Well, that's the great thing about online video. You can see programming that's not on television. Sometimes the reason why its not on television is because said show didn't fare well in the ratings. Paranoia Agent is an example. But its on AS Video, where doesn't have to worry about demographics and all that jazz.

Another reason is that online rights and television rights are two different things. Another network can air the show, hampering the other network from airing it. But with online video, they can get the rights to that if the other network doesn't have that. Hikaru no Go is an example.

Going back to giving the viewers a direct choice, even if your friends like Futurama and Family Guy the most, would they or any other viewer scream bloody murder and boycott Adult Swim or Comedy Central for adding more shows? They might be miffed at first that their favorite shows are going to be aired in excessiveness, but I'm sure they would still appreciate the chance to view more programs just the same.

No, of course not. They'll sample it and see if they like it or not. If they like the show, they'll watch it. If not, they'll ignore it. Just like any other viewer.

[silverfox1027]

The only thing I watch on [as] is DN, and even that I only watch occasionally since I've already seen it all. I'm usually not home on Saturday nights, so the fix for me.

[Speedy Boris]

^ I like how people still refer to ASV as "the fix". Hint hint, Adult Swim. Change the name back. ;)

[marklungo]

I almost always watch AS on TV, since I don't have the internet at home yet. However, this week I missed Death Note, so I watched it on the Fix. I'm glad I was able to catch up with the show legally, especially considering how important this week's episode was.

[Master Toon]

I use to watch ASV so that I could catch up with the discussion on the boards, especially during the big 12oz. mouse saga but not so much anymore. I hardly watch it on tv.

[Kazuya Prower]

I see it on TV. The only thing I saw on AS Fix was a season 2 Venture Bros. episode before it premiered on TV.

[Antiyonder]

Figured I would respond now, I burned myself out Saturday.

Which is why at this years Upfront, CN is devoting a block for action-adventure shows on Friday nights, comedy for Thursday nights, and family-oriented movies on Sunday nights. So they are trying to have something for everyone. Whether or not it sticks, it'll remain to be seen.

True they're doing that, but I'm thinking along the lines of having a more diverse line up. For the sake of arguement, let's say that you have some viewers who only like comedy centered toons and others who will only watch action based toons. One group will refrain from watching CN when the block of their displeasure is on. It seems to me that it would be in CN's best interest to work it out so both groups would be watching their shows daily (hence the idea of catering to everyone rather than catering the one group 70% of the time)

Well, that's the great thing about online video. You can see programming that's not on television. Sometimes the reason why its not on television is because said show didn't fare well in the ratings. Paranoia Agent is an example. But its on AS Video, where doesn't have to worry about demographics and all that jazz.

Debatable. As noted on many threads, network execs fail to make the distinguish the difference between hit or modest success (modest success meaning of course a show that isn't viewed by every person but gets a stable set of ratings and viewers), thus modest success nowadays are viewed as a failure.

No, of course not. They'll sample it and see if they like it or not. If they like the show, they'll watch it. If not, they'll ignore it. Just like any other viewer.

Agreed. The problem is that it seems that AS execs (a problem that many networks share) have this notion that variety will scare their audience off to the point of boycotting the network. That less titles make the scheduling less work for those who run it.

[Junko Black]

I like watching it on the tv but there are too many repetitive commericals. I've seen that stupid TVboss one about a million times and they run them back to back. It gets annoying and its easier to watch online sometimes because of the time. And when I'm watching a show like Death Note, sometimes I have to see it again because I miss things. :sweat:

[xokxtrunks]

Besides the first hour or so, I usually catch it on the fix. It's a lot easier with my schedule.

[Bones Justice]

I always watch on television, usually on TiVo since it's rare that I'm able to watch Adult Swim live. I might consider watching on the Fix if it was more accessible to handheld/mobile devices.

I would rather see Adult Swim have more shows instead of running all the encores. There are far too many good shows that can't get on the schedule because of the encores, in my opinion.

The only good thing about the encores is that I can catch the episode again if there is something wrong with the first broadcast. I actually have two TiVo's at separate locations so if it's a real favorite, I'll record the early show on one then the encore on the other so that I don't miss it. Frisky Dingo had broadcast problems a lot in season one so I did this a lot with that show. I also did it with Witch Hunter Robin and now with Death Note because I simply don't want to miss a single episode!

[Katsumara]

I'm disappointed with the poll choices. If there is TV, Online, and both.. then shouldn't there be a "neither"? That's what I'd choose. Neither.

[Lightning Tiger]

I'm disappointed with the poll choices. If there is TV, Online, and both.. then shouldn't there be a "neither"? That's what I'd choose. Neither.

dude, if you dont watch/like AS, then why are you even on the AS section?

[Katsumara]

dude, if you dont watch/like AS, then why are you even on the AS section?

To voice my opinion? Since when was it a crime to do that? I still like reading about stuff, even if I don't like it.

[Darkkyuubi]

I normally watch [adult swim] before I fall asleep, then on Saturday nights I watch Bleach and Death Note on TV. I never watched an episode on the FIX.

[Speedy Boris]

To voice my opinion? Since when was it a crime to do that? I still like reading about stuff, even if I don't like it. Well it does beg the question: Why -don't- you watch any AS shows on TV or ASV? Is it because you're watching them on DVD? Because that's technically not watching on either TV or ASV. Or do you just hate all the shows that AS airs?

[Isondill]

I wish there was a Neither option as well. I don't want to "thread-crap" as some might call it but lately I've been losing interest in Adult Swim. The new shows they are producing are disappointingly dull and immature for my tastes and the lack of Anime and the poor scheduling that content currently receives on the block is causing me to drop out of watching Adult Swim altogether. I used to be a devotee. I still remember tuning in from Day One.

I just think some people might want to voice this kind of opinion in this thread as well.

[Camaro]

I watch it on tv. Being in Canada, the online version won't work for me (without getting into using a proxy or something).

[bigdeath]

Both, I can never get enough Code Geass. :anime:

[SSJPabs]

I usually catch up on Dean Note on the Fix, but as Blood+ and I think Bleach are not on there, I usually end up having to stay up for the re-broadcast (fell asleep during Bleach re-broadcast last night, feh I know Eisen gets away cuz he's the super villain but...)

[TheArtfulDodger]

I watch it almost exclusively on the TV - but then again, I'm not a big anime fan, so I'm not really missing anything by watching the regular TV lineup.