I have amassed way too much Sega Genesis Hardware over the years.  And as the price has gone up here is some knowledge if you are thinking about owning sega hardware.

• Prices have went up quite a bit in the last 10 years.  Hard to find a deal on EBAY anymore.  Sometimes Craigslist you can get a steal but the resellers normally gobble them up first.  Those chain Goodwills know the prices on these as well and sell them online instead in stores.
• If buying on EBAY "No cables to test sega, as is" means it doesn't work
• Gamestop has went back into retro sales and their prices are competitive if you want to buy now instead of searching for a deal. 
• Try to stay with OG Consoles, Controllers, adapters etc. 
• Most third party stuff is crap
• The 3rd party 2-1 Consoles I bought was horse poop.  couldn't play all the games and controller pad broke after 1st week.  Think the brand started with a "y"
• Main 3 party offenders
• https://www.amazon.com/Generic-Classic-Genesis-6-Button-Controller/dp/B01LYRONFT/ref=pd_sbs_63_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=V3CFQXJ70P32EE216VMK  These Controllers break within the 1st hour
• https://www.amazon.com/AC-Adaptor-Nintendo-Super-Genesis/dp/B000F0QJIM/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1489499379&sr=1-1&keywords=3+in+1+power+cord these 3 in 1 adapters won't power up a Sega Genesis 1 even though they are sold that way
• A Nintendo AC Adapter will power up your Sega Genesis 1 but it runs on different current and will eventually fry your sega
• Sega 1 Power AC adapters and Sega 2 POWER AC adapters are not interchangeable,  same goes for TV hook ups.
• These TV hookups are great!  Much better than the COAX for picture quality https://www.amazon.com/Sega-Genesis-Standard-Cable-Bulk-Packaging/dp/B002FY0CM0/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1489499476&sr=1-1&keywords=sega+genesis+tv+adapter
• New Flat Screen TV's play the game faster than a CRT. 

I'll post more as they come to me and others feel free to put tips here as well.

 

1 hour ago, segathon said:

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• These TV hookups are great!  Much better than the COAX for picture quality https://www.amazon.com/Sega-Genesis-Standard-Cable-Bulk-Packaging/dp/B002FY0CM0/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1489499476&sr=1-1&keywords=sega+genesis+tv+adapter
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Those really make the picture A LOT nicer. I didn't have one until last year.

Prices around Mar'17

Genesis 1 (complete w/ Cables/Power) - ~$55, can go as low as $30, or high as $80. 
Genesis 2 (complete) - $38, $30 - $50
3 button Controller - $11, $7 - $15
6 button (MK 1653) - $18, $14 - $25

AV Cable - $5 (model 2/3), $7 (model 1)
Power cord - $7, $16 for Model 1

 

 

Edited March 14, 20179 yr by kingraph
updated prices

I'd say the Orignal Gens 1 AC Power are closter to  $16 online now.

Have not found a good 3 party yet (those 3-1s don't work)  I just bought a couple of these http://www.ebay.com/itm/351653030424?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT  and was dissapointed.  Cords too short and have to tape in the part that plugs to gens as it's loose.  It does power Sega though.

23 minutes ago, segathon said:

I'd say the Orignal Gens 1 AC Power are closter to  $16 online now.

Have not found a good 3 party yet (those 3-1s don't work)  I just bought a couple of these http://www.ebay.com/itm/351653030424?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT  and was dissapointed.  Cords too short and have to tape in the part that plugs to gens as it's loose.  It does power Sega though.

Updated my post, thanks!

Are there any plans to involve a retro game shop or anything in selling at King of 94 in Vegas?

You can also try these tv hookup cables.

http://www.hdretrovision.com

i haven't tried them yet, so I don't know how good they work.

I'm shocked by the current market for retro gaming stuff, games that you'd pick up for 0.25 out of the bargain bin are being posted for near new prices.

Also, with all of the knock-off controllers on ebay - it's a real pain to find the original items, nevermind a "deal".

 

I lucked out last year, and found a Sega 'lot' that included a Genesis 1, Genesis 3 and a multitap - for $30 + $10 shipping on eBay. Looking forward to introducing 2v2 to some buds this summer.

Edited March 15, 20179 yr by jer_33

If you are series about the getting the best picture for your retro systems, this upscaler is amazing -- XRGB-mini Framemeister.  Chaos had this when we were in Toronto and it's quite amazing.  Pricey, but if you're serious, it's worth it!

Comes from Japan:

https://solarisjapan.com/products/xrgb-mini-framemeister-compact-up-scaler-unit

Looks to be about $320 now (used to be over $400 I remember), but I think you need some additional cables.

I considered this, and would probably put some money toward the 6-button controllers if someone wanted to split the bounty. But probably better for those that are running tournaments:

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/222440066521?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Sega lot includes 9 OEM controllers and a handful of 3rd party ones, as well as several cords and adapters. $10 shipping is pretty sweet too.

I buy all my stuff from Fall Out Games in Pheonix AZ. Even tho it's crazy far away from me, its the cheapest and best quality. It's where I got all the systems for KO94 (7 Gens / 7 Snes) and all the cables and controllers all pre-tested. Scott Doss who is a manager there is a huge NHL'94 fan and has been helping me out with the doc from the early days.       

 

http://www.falloutgames.net/

On 3/20/2017 at 9:58 AM, McMikey said:

I buy all my stuff from Fall Out Games in Pheonix AZ. Even tho it's crazy far away from me, its the cheapest and best quality. It's where I got all the systems for KO94 (7 Gens / 7 Snes) and all the cables and controllers all pre-tested. Scott Doss who is a manager there is a huge NHL'94 fan and has been helping me out with the doc from the early days.       

 

http://www.falloutgames.net/

Wait a minute, I have like 11 or 12 genesis consoles, and you guys did all that with just 7?