i appreciate all the help you guys!
as for the SDF Macross set that I bought, it is the original copy! it's all nine volumes in a nice box which even includes the holographic card that came with it. interestingly, the guy put it at a $49.99 buy it now price tag. i guess i was looking at the right time, because once i saw that price, i had to get it! i just can't wait for it to come. it should be coming on monday.
i went on this complete Macross binge, as I have already purchased Zero, the original macross series, Flashback 2012, 20th anniversary special, AND Plus. I'm looking forward to watching Plus on my surround sound system...