35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Incredibly Unique and Relaxing. Excellent product!!, December 13, 2003
This review is from: AV3X Vol. 1 / Digital Meditation DVD (DVD)
When I was doind research on mind machines and different relaxation products, I was very fortunate to stumble upon the AV3X Mind Machine, especially for such a fair price. I typically use this DVD when I want to take a nap or prepare to sleep. Even after a very stressful day, the AV3X allows me to quickly experience deep relaxation - and the whole process is effortless. All it takes is to sit back and just observe the unique audio and visual images. In no time, despite how worked up I might be, I'm able to rid my mind of stress and get some badly needed rest. The customer service is terrific also. I can tell you from personal experience that the creator and seller of this DVD cares about his customers and is a class act. I highly recommend this product, because there's really nothing else like it. Its all I expected, and a whole lot more - it really works!
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Power Nap in a Box, September 18, 2003
This review is from: AV3X Vol. 1 / Digital Meditation DVD (DVD)
As a television videojournalist, my days can be stressful and can put a strain on my eyes. Looking for ways to unwind without putting chemicals or alcohol in my body, I found out about light and sound machines for relaxation. But after a little research I found even the least expensive one runs around US$125.00.
Then during a random web search I noticed Christopher Oliver's 'AV3X: The TV Mind Machine.' At about $US30.00, it sounded like a bargain and worth at least a try. I ordered from Amazon and it arrived in two days.
Now, I've seen some interesting computer generated animation videos which are sometimes interesting, sometimes painful to watch. I'm talking about the random, swirling, bubbling, lava-lamp style CGI shows with new age music that probably accompany Grateful Dead music at parties. AV3X is *not* that.
First of all, it's not meant to be 'watched' so much as 'experienced.' Visually, you'll see drifting, swirling, vivid computer generated images, much like the patterns of color you'll see if you close your eyes and look toward the sun for a few minutes. These are overlaid by a white, pulsating flash that you hardly notice after about 30 seconds. The sounds include running water, atmospheric music, and an almost imperceptible throbbing beat. It may not sound like much, but put it all together and it floods the senses. Turn off the lights, settle back in your comfy chair, and pick one of the tracks.
If you're not drooling and numb within about 5 minutes, I'd be surprised. Well, maybe not that relaxed, but it's possible. At any rate, if you let your thoughts fade and focus on what you're seeing and hearing, you'll almost automatically relax. Your body can't help it, because it's responding to a built-in reaction to the pulsing lights and beats. The music, sounds and visuals are just for interest, and they *are* very interesting, and draw you into the experience.
Bottom line: buy it. Seriously. You'll get the effect every time you watch it, don't worry. And you won't believe how well you'll sleep that night!
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
FINALLY FINALLY FINALLY, July 26, 2003
This review is from: AV3X Vol. 1 / Digital Meditation DVD (DVD)
I have bought many [bad] DVDs claiming to take you on so-called spiritual or mind altering journeys. Each one such a disappointment. If it wasn't for a review from a trusted site, I would not have known of this GEM.
This is a DVD for true explorers of the consciousness. You feel the effect within few minutes of watching this DVD. It is very obvious to those who have worked and studied the mind altering frequencies and machines that quite a bit of thought and effort have been put to create this DVD.
It is quite refreshing to find a producer who takes his or her audience seriously and with respect.
For those explores out there THIS IS A MUST DVD.
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