This video is a story about how choosing a two-speaker audio setup might be a better fit for you, based on content, room and budget. Or it might not. Hopefully this is still entertaining though! Here’s links to everything I talk about, affiliate links where available:
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Here's the Supporter-only Q&A from November 17th, 2022. All comments and questions are fielded through the supporter service Q&A page.
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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):
00:00 Welcome!
00:08 Sound Tests -
Steve Wells:
https://youtu.be/qI8bB7CvOfs
https://www.demolandia.net/cinema.html
Oliver Claire QSound Demo: https://youtu.be/j5QMA2Q9bP4
Jason Sherman: Upon hearing Bob's request for two channel surround test files, I remembered that I used to use Qsound's test files to help me position my pc speakers just right. It turns out they are still online! You can navigate through their selection of test files embedded as various formats here: https://www.qsound.com/demos/3d-audio.htm
For convenience, here are the direct links to all of the test files, since modern browsers can't use the embedded players. Bob, I hope this is helpful! https://www.qsound.com/demos/demo-jet-full.wmv https://www.qsound.com/demos/jet_pl2009_v1.swf https://www.qsound.com/demos/demo-train-full.wmv https://www.qsound.com/demos/train_pl2009_v1.swf https://www.qsound.com/demos/demo-rockstar-qsound.wma https://www.qsound.com/demos/rockstar_pl2009_v1.swf https://www.qsound.com/demos/london-tour_pl2009_v1.swf https://www.qsound.com/demos/demo-touroflondon-qsound.mp3
01:52 You don’t need a sync stripper with a Framemesiter
04:05 Generic RGB to S-Video/YPbPr converter?: https://ebay.us/2R1jzZ
Genesis Subcarrier Bypass: https://www.retrorgb.com/genesis-1-keep-composite-while-improving-rgb.html
09:24 Original Analogue NT Cable?
Direct BNC?: https://amzn.to/3tDEQfn
Will it work with NT Mini / DAC cables?: https://www.retrorgb.com/beware-of-analogue-dac-scart-cables.html
11:55 Wiki Sound Post Updated: https://consolemods.org/wiki/Comparison_of_game_consoles_by_sound_capabilities
16:51 Breaking out audio from SCART cables / Squished image via SCART on PAL CRT
21:04 CRT storage tips
24:47 Cartridge batteries?: https://console5.com/store/catalogsearch/result/?q=battery
https://youtu.be/nC79VHZR2ns
27:02 What tubes were used in each arcade machine?: https://consolemods.org/wiki/CRT:Arcade_Game_/_Monitor_Reference
29:10 Mastodon? Does powered / self-powered matter with speaker shielding?
32:13 Powering multiple things from DC power
37:44 HDMI Downscaling: https://www.retrorgb.com/480i-downscalers-tested.html
ADHD/OCD?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpSuyWKsMvc
Here's the Supporter-only Q&A from May 13th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the page in which this video was found.
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TIMESTAMPS:
05:30 RetroTINK 5x for scaling 480p content on a Plasma
02:07 Why is my floatplane account my name and not RetroRGB?
06:13 Speculation on HD Retrovision cables vs RGC's Component Cables
08:39 The OSSC won't accept composite video directly
11:18 I'm keeping the timestamps :)
11:48 What signals does the RT5x accept over SCART?
14:43 Should I quit playing retro games because of part shortages?
20:13 Splitting composite video - Cheap powered splitter, or this: http://bit.ly/gcompsw
23:45 HDMI-modded consoles through an HD CRT
27:46 ODE on PSOne? https://www.retrorgb.com/ps1-ode-xstation-available-on-retrogamerstuff.html
29:49 Quick tips for avoiding burn-in when using an OLED as a PC monitor.
30:51 How to enjoy both composite and RGB from a console.
36:24 PS2: Component or RGB SCART?
39:53 If I region mod a PAL CDi, will it still output RGB SCART?: https://retrostuff.org/2013/08/17/60-hz-modification-tutorial-for-philips-cd-i-player-cdi-220/
40:53 Chaining two gcompsw's, SNES RGB mods
44:07 Color issues with RGB to S-Video converter
45:57 Do I need an Everdrive with an NT Mini Noir? Original consoles & games VS ODE & FPGA.
50:47 Is lag the only problem when using 480i on a flat panel?
52:32 Unzip .hsqs? https://www.7-zip.org/7z.html
53:21 Which VCR to use, preserve VGA CRT monitors, console5.com cap kits
55:38 Enclosure for MWP-606 arcade PSU?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JG-pFKuBi8c
Here's a review of the new Sega Dreamcast Component Video cables from Retro Gaming Cables. These use Mike Chi's RetroTINK Transcoder technology to convert the native RGB and VGA outputs of the Dreamcast to YPbPr. The cables can switch between 480p / 31KHz modes and 15KHz mode (oddly labeled 576?), which outputs 240p and 480i. Basically, the signal is untouched other than the transcoding, making it a zero lag device that even works with light gun games!
Dreamcast Component Video Cable: https://retrorgb.link/rgcdcypbpr
Dreamcast SCART cable: (coming soon!!!)
Cheap VGA Cable: https://amzn.to/3lqtuuJ
HD15-2-SCART: https://www.retrorgb.com/hd15-2-scart-adapter.html
Crappy HDMI Cable: https://amzn.to/42mszMv
Dreamcast Replacement Shells (like the one shown in this video): https://www.muramasaentertainment.com/product-category/replacement-components/dreamcast-replacement-components/dreamcast-replacement-cases/
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00:00 Intro
00:34 Compatibility
04:49 Performance
06:24 Alternatives
11:25 Conclusion
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5T6HHhJM5Qw
More info & link to audio-only version: http://retrorgb.com/week224.html
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00:00 Welcome!
00:20 GCLoader Firmware Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/gcloader-firmware-fixes-audio-streaming.html
01:59 Sega Golden Axed prototype and Streets of Kamurocho: https://www.retrorgb.com/sega-golden-axed-prototype-and-streets-of-kamurocho.html
05:12 Neo VGA Open Sourced: https://www.retrorgb.com/neovga-now-open-source.html
07:25 RGB-Pi Software Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/rgb-pi-fall-2020-software-updates.html
09:19 Analogue Duo: https://www.retrorgb.com/analogue-duo-announced.html
20:47 Road Rash II MSU-MD: https://www.retrorgb.com/road-rash-ii-msu-md-released.html
22:35 New FDS Dumps: https://www.retrorgb.com/exclusive-2-new-nintendo-fds-unlicensed-dumps.html
23:58 PCE/TG-16 P&P AV Solution: https://www.retrorgb.com/spark-plug-adapter.html
27:17 Virtual Boy 3D Printed Controller Bracket: https://www.retrorgb.com/virtual-boy-controller-3d-printed-rear-cover.html
28:05 Sega SC-3000 Preservation: https://www.retrorgb.com/sega-sc-3000-preservation-making-rare-games-available-in-a-web-browser.html
30:02 Work Crunch Discussion feat MVG & Matt Philips: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-work-crunch-discussion.html
31:55 Multi-Region N64 Mod: https://www.retrorgb.com/ultrapif-multi-region-n64-pif-replacement.html
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDSDU6fAAAo
This input card adds both a SCART and “VGA” input to Sony “L-Series” PVM’s and “DxH Series” BVM’s. The card offers a sync combiner that allows both RGBs and RGBHV into the VGA input and passes audio from the SCART connector to a 3.5mm jack. If you have an “L-Series” PVM, this is pretty much a must-have!
Purchase the 129x Dual here: https://retrorgb.link/129xdual
BNC Version / UK Dual Seller: https://www.retroupgrades.co.uk/product/bkm-129x-card/
Cheap RCA to BNC connectors: https://amzn.to/3vitNqn
Quality BNC Connectors/Scope Info: https://www.retrorgb.com/oscilloscope.html
Test audio voltage: https://youtu.be/DHoA2vVZh8Q
Original 129x Project: https://youtu.be/_VZp6k-OkKs
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00:00 Intro
00:39 Overview
02:42 Installation
07:08 Other Tips
09:15 Conclusion
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yugkx91RF5A
Here’s a review of the Mega Everdrive Pro; Krikzz’ latest addition to his line of Genesis Everdrive products that offers support for loading Sega CD games! I also compared it to the only other ROM cart that can load SCD games, the Mega SD.
This review features an MDFourier audio analysis overview from Artemio, the person who created MD fourier! The entire MDFourier team was a giant help (as usual) during the testing of these carts and we all owe them a debt of gratitude for helping pressure the true sound of these products across all future devices!
Please note that only real Genesis hardware was used to demonstrate these products. Also, great care was taken to ensure that all comparisons were done with the exact same hardware: The same console, audio cables, power supply and even the same exact MicroSD card!
Everdrive Links: https://stoneagegamer.com/flash/genesis/?afmc=retrorgb
(Backup link if above is out of stock): https://krikzz.com/store/
Samsung MicroSD: https://amzn.to/3iUj7cm
SD Format Tool: http://www.ridgecrop.demon.co.uk/index.htm?guiformat.htm
Mega Everdrive Pro Manual: http://krikzz.com/pub/support/mega-everdrive/pro-series/mega-ed-pro-manual.pdf
MD+ Patches: https://github.com/krikzz/msu-md/tree/master/ips
Genesis 3 mods: https://www.retrorgb.com/genesis3.html
Sega Triple Bypass: https://www.retrorgb.com/introducing-the-sega-triple-bypass.html
MD Fourier: https://www.retrorgb.com/artemio-launches-mdfourier-audio-preservation-project.html
SD Card Noise Analysis: https://www.retrorgb.com/mdfourier-sd-card-testing.html
Mega SD Review: https://www.retrorgb.com/mega-sd-full-review.html
Mega SD Thumbnails: https://github.com/hugo19941994/megasd-db-generator/wiki/User-Guide
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00:00 Intro
00:37 Genesis Everdrive Lineup
01:39 Setting up the MEDPro
03:18 Using the MEDPro
05:41 Launch each game type
08:23 Menu Options and features
11:59 Genesis+ CD Audio
13:51 NES Rom Support
14:51 MEDPro vs MSD Physical differences
15:57 Audio test intro
17:17 MDFourier Explained
26:35 MSD vs Real SCD
32:43 MEDPro vs Real SCD
36:09 Ending
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZMwYVIsuAE
This video shows how GBA games look on the Retron 5 when using the "Force Original Resolution" mode. If you'd like to see how it looks with it off, click here:
http://youtu.be/1s2rUvsUKCQ
For more information: http://www.retrorgb.com/retron5.html
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0nzdtnjkQE
This week’s roundup (#36) features Arcadeforge’s Pi2SCART pre-order, NES Repro carts & Hi-Def NES news from Game-tech, a jailbreak for the NES Classic and more! Also available as a podcast on iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn and Stitcher, or for direct download/streaming: http://www.retrorgb.com/podcast
Here’s links to everything we talked about:
00:25 SCART passthrough adapters:
http://www.goo.gl/FBzrMu
02:06 Game-tech’s NES repro cart’s & PCB’s:
https://www.game-tech.us/product/reprox-pcbs-cicclones-mapper-ics-ram-ics-and-cart-shells/#reprox-pcbs
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yb377UOY5LQ
Weekly Roundup #8 is live, featuring an interview with FirebrandX, GBA Everdrive info, an MSU audio patch for BZ Zelda and more! Also available on iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn and Stitcher, or for direct download/streaming: http://www.retrorgb.com/podcast
Here’s links to everything talked about:
GBA Everdrive Specs:
- All save types supported, no rom patching required
- 256Mbit PSRAM (32MByte)
- Fast Loading (Most games load within 1-2 seconds)
- Micro SD Support (SD up to 2GB, SDHC 4-32GB, SDXC 64GB+)
- Quick Boot Ability (skip most games gameboy boot screen)
- Real Time Clock Support
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4tCc95pMxk