Anyone else using CCL?

thePike · Post by **thePike** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 7:09 pm

So is anyone else using Comic Collector Live?

I've used it to inventory the bulk of my collection and have already made 3 purchases from it (I got a Haringer #4 in 9.4 ungraded for $1!!!) and look forward to making more when it gets more items on it...

I purchased a comic that was advertised a Bloodshot Platinum 0 Error a couple of days ago which was also signed w/ COA for $10. I'm betting that it'll end up only being a VVSS (probably mislabeled by the vendor) but if not...

... then I'll probably streak naked through the forums.

For anyone that might be wary, it really is a great system. Even if you never buy anything, it does a wonderful job of inventory and reports on your collection!

tarheelmarine · Post by **tarheelmarine** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 7:35 pm

Can you list a link?

thePike · Post by **thePike** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 8:07 pm

Oops, how short sighted of me...

Comic Collector Live

It's basically a FREE organizing/database software specifically for comic books. It uses cover shots and lists the variants of all issues... The database itself is maintained by the CCL community of collectors so it's always getting bigger and better. You can inventory your whole comic collection, and then print reports. You can make a wish list of most-wanted or missing issues and you can buy or sell whatever issues you choose.

It's been in the works for a while now, but it just came online with the sell function about a month ago (maybe a little less) so the number of comics offered isn't the greatest yet, but it is getting bigger everyday!

tarheelmarine · Post by **tarheelmarine** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 8:20 pm

Thanks I look forward to checking it out.

bnasty71 · Post by **bnasty71** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 9:54 pm

Shipping prices are through the roof....and if you buy from 10 different sellers,then you pay 10 different shipping fees.

Not for me!!!

schi0249 · Post by **schi0249** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 10:04 pm

I'm using it to just inventory my collection. Also has a nice wish list print function. Great for when I'm going to a comic book show.

IanAlexavier · Post by **IanAlexavier** » Thu Jul 12, 2007 10:19 pm

Im using it too to inventory and then possibly buy. You can choose to mark issues as 'want list' items. Then when someone has it available, the program lets you know who has it and how much it is.

It still has some bugs but I think the people working on it are doing a decent job.

Valiant_1 · Post by **Valiant_1** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 5:03 pm

I've been working for CCL for about 2 months now, and I've been representing the VALIANT world to the best of my ability! I try to keep my life on the boards here separate from my life at CCL, so I try not to be impartial. I can be found on the site, and I pass on any comments or suggestions to those who sit above in shadow. ALSO, looking forward to meeting some of you - CCL is sending me to San Diego to represent the company. Hope to make it the Valiant forum!

stone384 · Post by **stone384** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 5:49 pm

How often do they update/add new issues?

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thePike · Post by **thePike** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:47 pm

I'm noticing new stuff almost daily.

It's kinda like a shopping mall for comic vendors. New sellers are always coming online and have their own "stores" with issues in them to sell.

Someone noted above that shipping is a little unreasonable: thats dependant on the store and each store has their own rates etc.

I'm not pushing them as the be-all of comics-selling - but they do have a good system, especially for inventory! (And this from a guy who in the last week has ordered from e-bay, this board, CCL, newcadia, atomic avenue & eastcoastcomics.com...)

DevilBro · Post by **DevilBro** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:59 pm

I'd like to be able to use, but it's not available for the Mac yet.

stone384 · Post by **stone384** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 7:06 pm

Well, I plan on giving it a shot, but it has an uphill battle turning me away from comicbase.

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IanAlexavier · Post by **IanAlexavier** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 8:59 pm

In the least you could list the issues you are looking for and then it will tell you when they are available and for what amount. That in itself is worth the download

thePike · Post by **thePike** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 10:46 am

I tried comicbase (free version) and it was okay - I just hated paying for any real features. CCL is free and the tech support are always asking on the forums "what can we do to make it better?" - and so far they've taken all the good suggestions and implemented them.

stone384 · Post by **stone384** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 6:06 pm

yeah the annual update payment is the only real reason I keep looking for other programs. It gets dang expensive.

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Valiant_1 · Post by **Valiant_1** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 6:30 pm

Updates for add issues and edit issues come in every day, and on average, I'd say we see thousands a week.

One of my favorite features is the notification system that allows you to see when an issue from your want list pops up. Another is the database link to the stores, which allows collectors who are viewing the details of an issue, to see if any copies of this issue are also available in any of the stores, and you can go right to them. There are also some VERY COOL site additions coming up for sellers.

I haven't worked there long, but the folks there are a fun group to work with and TRUE comic fans. They drive to the comic shops to get their books just like the rest of us. (Wednesday's are fun for the conversation and debates alone!) I hope if you haven't already given it a shot, you'll at least check it out. We're ALL in this because we love comics, and comics can always use more outlets for fans. Especially Valiant ones.

thePike · Post by **thePike** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 7:41 pm

Valiant_1 wrote:Updates for add issues and edit issues come in every day, and on average, I'd say we see thousands a week.

I've noticed that the number of issues in the que is bigger after time off like at night or a weekend. I've often wondered how you guys manage to sort through all of those requests on Monday after a weekend of thousands of entries/changes

Keep up the good work!

tarheelmarine · Post by **tarheelmarine** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 8:35 pm

I have never used a comic database before so I have nothing to compare CCL with, but I downloaded it tonight and I am impressed that it downloads the coverart into your database. How do you save your database to put on another computer or make a back up?

thePike · Post by **thePike** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 8:46 pm

I was wondering that myself (I've got another computer that I want to put it once I get said other computer working again...)

Any ideas Valiant_1??? Or you could just post in their forums, Tommy, the head guy, is really good about replying to threads

schi0249 · Post by **schi0249** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 10:13 pm

To back up, copy the Data folder. It should be stored in your documents under MidTen Media.

Valiant_1 · Post by **Valiant_1** » Sun Jul 15, 2007 1:00 pm

All you have to do is....

OH WAIT!

LOL!! Couldn't have said it better myself! Thanks!

DevilBro · Post by **DevilBro** » Sun Jul 15, 2007 6:42 pm

Hey Valiant_1, since you work for CCL, do you happen to know when/if the software will be available for the Mac OS?

Rubiks-Q-Bert · Post by **Rubiks-Q-Bert** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 4:18 pm

I was thinking of using this to keep track of my collection. Is there any other good programs that you can use like that or software I guess. I am just trying to find a good way of keeping up with the collection rather then typing the whole thing out myself.

stone384 · Post by **stone384** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 6:52 pm

for just keeping track of your comics comiccollector is good. I don't have a whole lot of experience using it, but it should work fine and is free. I like comicbase myself. very user friendly interface (more so than CCL IMO). comicbase has a free version that has quantity limits (500 books, I think) before you have to upgrade to a pay version. But if all you want to do is track your comics there is no need to pay for any upgrades after that. They will both do the same thing a little differently. They are good for inventory and want lists etc....They start showing their differences when you want all the bells an whistles which I can touch on if you need.
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Rubiks-Q-Bert · Post by **Rubiks-Q-Bert** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 8:25 pm

I went ahead and downloaded CCL and got all the valiant stuff listed as well as the other couple comics I have on there. I have not decided if I like it yet. Takes some getting used to. Before I had to reformat my computer I just had it typed out in wordpad. Stuff I had was bold and everything else was normal.