The Fangamer pre-order page says that codes will be e-mailed on the 29th, so I would think anyone who ordered from there will be getting theirs tomorrow (US time).
Happy 20th anniversary of Panzer Dragoon Saga, folks! You can read my thoughts on the new album here. I hope you get your digital code soon @Aevelia and others who ordered via FanGamer.
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Yes I hope for you guys.
In the meantime, the initial response I had from BigWax was I had to wait until I receive the Vinyl to get the code 
I have re remailed them to clarify about this difference, we will see if it was a mistake. It would be surprising if it was different. I would assume the CD/Vinyl are all manufactured/packed in the same factory then shipped to NA/Europe so that would surprise me that half of us would have the code digitally and half would have to wait for the piece of paper…
Anyway, I haven’t read your thoughts yet Solo, I am going to share mine via a petition update then will read your article and discuss with you guys. I am a bit curious ^^
Checking in: in the US, also purchased both CD and vinyl via fangamer. Have not received digital download code.
Same Here.
I’ve e-mailed Fangamer - will update when they reply. Thank goodness it’s available for streaming on Bandcamp…
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Ok so live update:
after having chased BigWax, they emailed me this time saying they have had codes from the label (BraveWave) and supplied mine with link http://store.bravewave.net/yum
So their initial response was incorrect. But I guess that’s not something they do often. And BraveWave probably needed time to process this with their distributors.
Good outcome in the end, and I guess it will be the same with Fangamer.
So now, the digital album is available on my Bandcamp too.
I just now revived the download link for the album from Fangamer.
Pretty late in the day! I hope you like the soundtrack!
Just got mine! Better late than never, I guess.
I have just shared my thoughts on the album via a petition update. You can find it here if you haven’t received an email update. I am now going through yours. Obviously my review is far from being as elaborate as yours but I see we share similar opinions, especially on Atolm Dragon. I quite liked the original song and am a bit disappointed by this one (the electronic drums - I wish it was more organic, or a sound more round - and the ‘cheap’ bridge. Sorry Saori). Otherwise, I love the new album as a whole. Some gorgeous arrangements.
It took me quite some time to have a final opinion on it. Maybe 20 listenings of the album back in December to like it as I do now.
I have seen a few fans saying they were disappointed but they only listened to the 4 initial sample songs.
I still think we, the fans have sanctified the songs after 20 years. So it takes time to ‘accept’ and appreciate a different version of our favorite soundtrack.
EDIT: I noticed you named the song 14 INCEPTION, when it is INTERCEPTION 
I have been enjoying the album. Definitely brings back the feelings and emotions that I felt playing the game. On a side note, I usually upload all of my songs to Google Play Music upon adding them to my local library. These Mp3’s are showing errors during attempted upload. I have tried renaming the songs, removing any Hiragana and Katakana from the filename and title meta tags. Still no luck. I did upload to my Amazon drive so I can stream them from there, just was curious if anyone was aware of a workaround found through past purchases from these companies.
Nevermind. The silly desktop client Google released is the culprit. I usually use FireFox and forgot that you can’t directly upload via a web browser unless you use Chrome. So not an MP3 issue.
Nice review. I agree with some of the criticisms, but overall I’m very glad that this album was released, as you seem to be.
After reading some of Saori Kobayashi’s comments in the Verge article, it seems that she prefers the new version of the soundtrack. If Panzer Dragoon Saga is ever remade, and she is involved, the music would probably be closer to what is featured in “Resurrection” than the original game.
Oh yes, definitely, this album really sounds suited for the modern remake Panzer Dragoon Saga deserves.
I might have ben a bit harsh with Atolm Dragon, but that’s equally proportional to how much I love this re arranged album overall.
I can only wish we can have an additional batch of PDS re arranged songs of the same quality as Saori Kobayashi mentioned the possibility in the same interview. Personally I would prefer that first, before she focuses on Orta, should an Orta re arranged album happen, as she mentioned the possibility as well.
Now, I don’t want to mistake my dreams for reality but… this is a SEGA licenced album. They could have said: no, we don’t allow that. We don’t want to be bothered by the few remaining fans, this is an IP we have no faith in anyway.
But they didn’t, they allowed this album for the least.
I think it might be a good indicator for them to test the water. With 0 risks. And I guess we have a good card to play as fans.
Ow, I just noticed you linked my review in the latest news, thanks. Although I cannot pretend, it’s of a top quality, that’s why I didn’t share it on Twitter 
Anyway, maybe some fans will be interested in the contest: the signed anniversary album that can be won on the Twitter. There is a bit less than a week now.
ah ah ah that’s just what Alex is saying right now on RadioSEGA as I listen to the live show ^^
and I swear I didn’t know he was gonna say that.
I think it’s more likely that Sega simply had no use for the IP themselves, so there was no harm in letting someone else (who is likely to respect the brand) use it, especially if they receive a cut. Similar to what happened with Shenmue III. Sorry to spoil your dreams. 
You guys should listen to this SEGARadio podcast.
Especially at the end, what Alexander says.
EDIT: I have shortened the clip here
So you guys have received your CD? Are you happy with it?
Is the booklet nice?
I have to wait for mine because I ordered the CD AND Vinyle with one shipment fee.
I had no other choice anyway and was wondering what would happen.
And just as I feared, BigWax confirmed by email I had to pay an additional shipment fee (they sent me a paypal link) if I wanted the CD separately.
I told them it would have been nice knowing this when ordering but anyway, I will wait.
I spent enough on this and it’s only a few more weeks until the Vinyle is shipped.