26 May 2011, 21:58 | #1 |
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Sega Megadrive - which version to get?
I own some sorry excuse for a megadrive clone, and I want the real deal.
So, v1 or v2? I hear v1 has stereo, but v2 can be modded to a better stereooutput than the v1? What about video output? I know there is a 3rd too, but that doesn't support neither the 32x or the cd addon (not that they were that good, but nice to be compatible) |
27 May 2011, 10:08 | #2 |
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I've owned both, the first version is far better in my opinion. Looks better, sounds better, and many don't have TMSS.
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27 May 2011, 10:14 | #3 |
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First version has stereo only from phono jack in the front. Audio filters are better in first version.
First version can be modified much easier than second. |
27 May 2011, 13:18 | #4 |
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I have always preferred the look of megadrive one and mega-cd
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27 May 2011, 13:26 | #5 |
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27 May 2011, 13:44 | #7 |
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The second version is smaller, so if space is an issue its more compact.
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28 May 2011, 01:20 | #8 |
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First version looks timeless elegant. Get a Japanese MD1 and do the 50/60Hz & region free mods. If you get a PAL or US version you have to broaden the cartridge slot since Japanese modules are bigger.
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28 May 2011, 10:24 | #9 |
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Out of all the Megadrives, the Jap version 1 was my fav. The colours were better than the white of the UK/PAL version.
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29 May 2011, 03:34 | #10 |
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I have a Mega Drive 2 and Mega cd 2. The combo looks nice and the Mega CD 2 has less chance of breaking down on you. But given the chance I would buy a Mega Drive 1 because the look is nicer. However there is still nothing really wrong with the model 2. It still plays the same except for some very slight sound issues.
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29 May 2011, 11:30 | #11 |
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The v3 Mega Drive (and the others based on that revision, such as the MultiMega) can't play Virtua Racing. Something to do with reducing costs and leaving bits out.
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29 May 2011, 19:26 | #12 |
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But if you can get your hands on a Multi Mega then it would be an extremely nice piece to add to you collection. While on the subject of odd revisions then how about the Nomad.
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29 May 2011, 20:10 | #13 |
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The mega drive goes for next to nothing, the multi mega goes for three digits. I think I choose the former.
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If you want a portable Mega Drive (and something like the GP2x Wiz or PSP is out because you want real hardware/don't want to give filthy Sony any money, even if you're hacking their console to run homebrew), you could consider one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Retrog...ef=pd_sim_vg_2 http://www.amazon.com/Officially-Lic.../dp/B002SLZRWA Both have cartridge slots and are lighter, smaller and more battery-friendly than the Nomad. However, both have mixed reviews due to compatibility issues and build quality. |
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