Actually, the writers explicably said Soundwave if he became leader would have been to immediately turn around and rescue Megatron. THAT is loyalty!

I find it funny how whenever Soundwave and Megatron talk to each other, it's basically Frank Welker just talking to himself.

Fans: *How many Transformers characters did you give voice to?* Frank Welker: *Yes.*

5G tower lol

Soundwave should be a news van, similar to the ones that have the satellite dish and radio antennas on the roof

The satellite was actually one of the few good ideas Michael Bay changed. It made perfect sense he is a communications officer. On Earth he can become a mobile military communications station

Soundwave has to be one of, if not the most reliable competent and loyal decepticons

Soundwave really should become a permanent multi-changer, with his classic mode always being available.

I just remember that the Decepticon insignia was base on Soundwave face, that proves how important is Soundwave for the Transformers franchise

A friend of mine suggested Soundwave should turn into a Nintendo Switch, with Rumble and Frenzy as the side controllers.

I think the TF prime is his coolest and even creepiest design, but his robots in disguise might make him a better foe in combat.

I really liked the idea of Soundwave as a satellite. It fits perfectly with his spymaster status, and him deploying his minicons covertly from orbit to do his dirty work is just too cool

LITERALLY Soundwave’s catchphrase is “As you command Megatron”

I really like the satellite mode. It really makes sense for him to be a hidden among telecommunication devices. A modern altmode, to me, would be a surveillance van of some sort. Perhaps a FBI kind of van, or maybe a television van. I'm not a big fan of the car altmode from the bayformers. It's really just there so they could get the check from using the car brand.

Communication truck would be perfect for Soundwave but every once in awhile he should have a figure that at least triple changes into his classic tape deck mode

His original form is still fine! All bots have higher spec tech than their alt modes have in real life so his “cassette player” for could still be digital. That why he still has his cassettes... he’s far too iconic to have anything else

I thought his TF:Prime, Spy Drone alt mode was a good fit for him.

Me: "Alexa, play Stan Bush." Soundwave: "Soundwave superior. Alexa Inferior" Me: "..."

Favorite version: definitely the G1 cassette player. As for a modern version, I gotta agree with the communications truck. Heck, Laserbeak could be the satellite dish on top.

Man, a military surveillance drone suits him so well. A drone doesn’t question orders, and is used for communications and spying. It also flies, which suits the Decepticons well. A drone’s unique shape means he can’t have a robot mode resembling classic Soundwave though, which sucks.

"Don't forget his romantic comedy film Soundwaves of the Heart. His relationship with the toaster was beautiful."

I think making him a space satellite was a good idea, they just need to give him more g1 looking features

Honestly, I loved TFP and Revenge of the Fallen's alternate modes for Soundwave. He's been responsible for the Decepticon's intelligence gathering since the beginning, and there aren't too many physical symbols of that in the 21st century more recognizable than a Predator drone or an orbiting satellite.

Why not just keep him as a walkman? Doctor Who still travels in a police phone box. Some things become iconic in a way that transcends their origins.

With all the indie bands releasing their music on cassettes I think Sound wave can stick around a little longer the way he is.

Without modulation, Welker Soundwave = Dr Claw

i think soundwave should become a laptop while his mincons can turn into CDs

Sometimes, you just can't beat the Classics. Even though the Microcassette Recorder is outdated, the love for the character is not. If I had to choose, probably a comms vehicle.

I would make him a triple changer: Robot mode, a Jet mode and a radio communication centre that is used by others

When I think of soundwave in modern times, he has to still be faithful to the legacy of the original. Usually a surveillance and communications officer to megatron, the most basic in terms of form is a military grade communications Vehicle.

That John Bailey voice though really did sound like Frank Welker’s voice. In my book, if Soundwave doesn’t have that Frank Welker voice from G1, it isn’t quite right.

0:42 me when my internet goes down by one bar

"He's trippin' cause he got served." -- Soundwave

"I'm the best spy there is, I'm the master at this game" - Soundwave

I just thought of the concept of a Soundwave with a gaming PC alternate mode, with his cassettecons taking the shape of video cards.

I'm totally with you on this one. A Network News van is a great fit! The back doors could open and eject stuff as needed.

Always liked his G1 mode

A PARTY VAN? That’s hysterical and makes so much sense!

I still have the original Soundwave toy from the 80's.

I want Soundwave to take on the form of a military spy Jet like he was in Transformers Prime cuz That's fits him more better. like if you agreed

Since I'm early I have to make a joke: *G1* *wheelie*

Ive been saying for years either a "portable blue tooth speaker" that looks similar to his g1 tape deck mode, minions could be usb sticks that plug into him. Or some kind of suv(animated style) but have the minions be engine add on's that fit into the hood similar to g1 powermasters.

I think he should be a mix of a sound system and a military communication vehicle with new minicons as well. I prefer to keep the streak as a sound system for Soundwave too.

Soundwaves G1 look is iconic and should never change

I prrefer the Predator drone. His character in that cartoon was my favorite.

As a child of the 80s I love his cassette alt mode, but I was very pleased with Transformers Prime. I never questioned his look or alt mode. I agree that a communications truck would be perfect though.

The content you're creating is EVERYTHING a Transformer fan want to see & learn! TY so much!

My favorite is still the original, but perhaps a communications truck is ideal for a more modern form.

Soundwave cassette mode will be the best mode in my opinion

One of the best transformers alongside with the evil trio: Megatron, Starscream and Soundwave. For me, the main thing is keeping the body build, the alt mode is secondary. I love his robot mode (G1). But Soundwave and Megatron alt modes should be updated. Megatron as a tank is more than fine, just keep his robot mode as intact as possible. Soundwave.. hmm.. Humwee maybe, with communication devices? (As it could be box-like) Military Humwees can be modified with various ”packages” in real life, like medical package, missile package (tow II missile louncer), or communication devices.. so it could be a good option. But whatever the alt mide, keep the looks and voice.

I like the idea of him being a surveillance drone, as he has the decepticon’s superior flight ability in that mode. The downside is they are very slim-looking and his robot mode is more boxy.

I always loved soundwave as a cassette recorder and I thing a modern MP3 player would be the best alt mode for him in fact it would be even more useful because he could hide in someones pocket

A KZfaqr John balley aka epicvoiceguy a voice actor of soundwave in his videos and he’s now a voice actor of soundwave in the bumblebee movie that’s cool

Soundwave should be a Stealth Bomber, is perfect for the greatest decepticon spy

•Soundwave's alt mode should be a stealth bomber •Nightbird's should be a unmanned drone

Rodimus primal, you forget that in an episode of season three (I forgot which one) of Transformers Prime he BROKE his vow of silence and said, “Soundwave Superior, Autobots Inferior.” then goes into a coma or something Edit: I just realized that this is the only comment that stated this

Soundwave Superior, COPPA Inferior.

I’d say a portable Bluetooth speaker would be a good choice

I like the idea of Soundwave as a humvee with a big stereo. It would be kinda funny to have the casseticons rocking out to his sound system while driving down the street. Soundwave’s boxiness and voice modulation are both elements that I’d like to see faithfully adapted in the future. With his monotone voice and unreadable face, he has this sinister undertone that can be really malleable between (goofy) cartoons and more serious adaptations. The simpleness of his design works in his favor. War for Cybertron (game) Soundwave is probably my favorite ‘modern’ interpretation across all of his transformations, in part because it balances the serious and the goofy. His robot mode is somewhat boxy, but also feels more practical than his 80’s look. And although his vehicle altmode was on the generic side, I appreciated that he also had a weaponized subwoofer alt that called back to the cassette player. If a giant boom box keeps the cassette vibe relevant, I’m all for it. Plus, it makes Soundwave seem like a closet party animal, which I find hilarious.

Soundwave and the Cassette-icons!!! We've got to popularize that as their group name

I thought his design in Prime was really clever. As an actual reconnaissance vehicle used today, a UAV. It allowed him to observe the goings on from incredible heights.

His modern form should depend on where's he's located such as a satellite

he should just stay as a cassette recorder, i barely even recognized him in the michael bay films

I have been WAITING for this issue. Thank you for for making this video

Yes finally a soundwave retrospective! I love soundwave

I love G1 Soundwave.

Ah, the iconic form. Just like the blue London Police Box exists now only in the form of the Doctor's TARDIS, the micro-cassette player now only exists in the form of classic Soundwave.

Ok is no one going to point out or ask why at 7:18 galvatron and Soundwave are holding hands taking a stroll at what looks like the park?

2:53 soundwave: I have no mouth... AND I SHALL NOT BE SILENCED XO

Soundwave will always be a cassette deck at heart. But for me, a modern update to a alternative mode are either these two. -10:48 Helicopter mode Soundwave would be awesome as hell to fully bring into the Transformers universe. -ROTF Soundwave can slightly morph his satellite mode into a cybertronian jet in both the toyline and videogame. Sure the armor truck modes in others incarnations looks cool. But I prefer that he has a aerial mode. Sidenotes: This dark purple verison 2:40 of G1 Soundwave from the Marvel comics would be an interesting toy to have. His robot mode 18:19 looks awesome and 14:14 looks badass. His Cybertronian lamppost mode 17:05 great, and his G1 inspired design for the Bumblebee movie remains epic 16:42.

I'd like to see him with an alt mode as an armored tracked or wheeled vehicle designed as a communications/HQ type command vehicle. Several antennas and maybe a radar dish.

Soundwave was the most badass Decepticon by far!

Also, in the G1 episode “Roll for It” Soundwave sounded like Dr.Claw in one scene.

He was the best deception for me

I was thinking of something like a satellite van, specifically a Mercedes, so he can keep a box-likish design and to have him have some sort of communication based vehicle while also modernizing his alternative form

My favorite Transformer! Thanks Rodimus Primal!

Soundwave is awesome. One of the greatest characters in Transformers history.

i dont want him to be”modernized” - hes my favorite transformer and changing him would lose his iconic look and charisma

Absolutely loved this video. Dedicated Soundwave found and loved seeing all the versions of him put in order! 👌🏼 my favorite has to be Prime tho

I loved the satellite version of him in the live action movie. But a modern version should be a news truck or a military communications truck like others in the comments have stated. This makes the most sense. The military drone was also a cool idea.

He has to be something that releases smaller bots. The tape deck was so cool with the little tape bots. I like the satelite van idea best maybe with a satellite that turns into a bot and another one that comes out of the back of the van that would be badass.

My favorite version of Soundwave is G1 and Cyberverse

I like the picture at 18:23 you put in, and your idea of the equipment being his spy team. I was thinking of a hummer with a LRAD (Long Range Acoustic Device) attached. Think there is a picture of something like this used in one of the Hulk Movies.

I always believed that if there was one Decepticon that Megatron would consider a friend, it would have been Soundwave.

If we're including "mass shifting"/shrinking down while transforming, I'd say either a cell phone or a personal digital voice recorder (I prefer the latter). If no mass shifting is involved, I'd say a surveillance van.

I’m a little old school let make Sound Wave alternate mode as a 90’s hard drive so he can spit out floppy disk 💾 instead of cassette tape

I think he should remain a music player, be it an SD Card MP3, a stereo, a Walkman, or an MP3 player dock. The music theme NEEDS to remainn because that's the most iconic thing about him. Him and his family of tape bots. Also, if Transformers and Marvel do another crossover, he should become Starlord's new Walkman. For devious purposes, of course.

Wow! I never realized that Soundwave’s head was used as the design for the decepticon ensignia!

Soundwave’s Modern alternate mode should be a Communications truck.

I think in the earth rise toy line hasbro should make two soundwave figures one that turns into a classic micro cassette recorder and another that turns into a modern updated form so fans can have a choice if they prefer the g1 alt mode or a modern alt mode or both

Don't forget: Since Soundwave can change size at will, he could be literally anywhere and everywhere

this is a good video! Love the topic.

"NO ONE CALLS sOUNDWAVE UNCHROSAMATIC!"

Great video Rodimus personally I like soundwave either as a van or his g1 alt mode other then that this is a good video Rodimus I enjoy the video

Love your vids. Love learning more about transformers. Soundwave is my fav. He’s like me. He’s an animal lover, quiet and loyal. I also went to university for audio engineering, so he fits perfectly for me. I also have the decepticon insignia and my name in cybertronian tattooed on my hand/knuckles. My fav tattoo so far. I also have a soundwave funko figure on my car dash. My car is named feedback also.

Love all of them the voices are so awesome.

Personally I like the Transformers Prime version of Soundwave the best. It deviates the most from his G1 design and personality so many hardcore fans might disagree (correction: most definitely will disagree) but I find the idea of a giant robot transforming into a tiny handheld device very gimmicky. Soundwave's intelligent and loyal personality and, despite being mute, was a Deception to be feared made him a stand out character. He doesn't have his voice-modifying feature but I feel like that is worth sacrificing for such an amazing character. As for his alternate mode, I found the military recon jet to be very suiting for his role in the Deception forces, his personality, and it also fits the theme that most Deceptions use flying-vehicle modes. The armored SUV is generic and again the music-centered handheld device can't be taken seriously. A communications truck would actually be interesting though! Especially with its satellites and other parts transforming into Soundwave's minions.

My favorite soundwave is G1

One of my favorite transformers characters! Definitely in my top favorite Decepticons! I always loved his classic design, but I also love his design in prime, animated, and cybertron as well! He's great and a truly iconic character of the transformers franchise! :')

For me, the most special part of your retrospectives is when you tell us what the character in question got up to in the comics, and thanks for always mentioning the UK comics too, nice to know our Soundwave was coloured correctly. I never had him as a kid but I got him boxed in the early days of e-bay for a good price, and I have the Japanese Book/Box reissue from the mid 2000's. Thanks again for your great work Rodimus.