Best products from r/SegaSaturn
We found 25 comments on r/SegaSaturn discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 28 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Scart/ Hdmi to Hdmi Video Converter Box 1080p Scaler 3.5mm & Coaxial Audio Out
- This SCART and HDMI to HDMI Converter up-scales SCART signal (including RGB, Composite Video and Audio) from *devices such as Sky, Sky+, DVD player, set-top box, HD player, Game Console (PS2,PS3, PSP, Wii, XBOX360 etc.) to digital HDMI 720p or 1080P. It also can connect a HD video source with HDMI input.
- 3.5mm & coaxial audio out;
- SCART audio is integrated into HDMI out as well as pass-through to earphone or amplifier;
- Automatically detect RGB (50/60Hz), Composite Video (NTSC/PAL);
- Auto-store setting of output resolution.
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2. MI-PRO SEGA SATURN RGB SCART LEAD CABLE Mouse over image to zoom RGB-Scart-AV-Cable-Lead-for-Sega-Saturn-Games-Console-Stereo-Sound-NEW RGB-Scart-AV-Cable-Lead-for-Sega-Saturn-Games-Console-Stereo-Sound-NEW RGB Scart AV Cable Lead for Sega Saturn Games Console - Stereo Sound
- Brand new and high quality
- Compatible with for SEGA Dreamcast
- Third party product
- Cable length: approx 1.8M
- Color: black
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3. Sega Saturn 3D Controller
- 3D Controller for Sega Saturn video game system
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4. Virtua Stick - Sega Saturn
- 3D Controller for Sega Saturn video game system
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6. Retro-Bit Sega Saturn S-Video A/V Cable
Gold-plated, professional-grade cable, S-Video and RCA jacks combined6 foot long cable,Compatible with all Sega Saturn?video game systemsMade by RetroBit
7. ELEPHAS SCART & HDMI to HDMI Digital Audio Converter + 480I(NTSC)/576I(PAL) to 720P/1080P HDMI Signal Video Adapter
1) .Scales SCART signal (RGB or Composite Video) to HDMI 720p or 1080P;2).HDMI output: 720P, 1080P;3).SCART audio is integrated into HDMI out as well as pass-through to earphone or sound box output;4).Automatically detect RGB(50/60Hz), Composite Video(NTSC/PAL);5).Auto-store setting of output resolu...
8. SanDisk Ultra 128GB microSDXC UHS-I card with Adapter - 100MB/s U1 A1 - SDSQUAR-128G-GN6MA
- Ideal for Android Smartphones and Tablets. Certified to work with Chromebooks. (This product has been certified to meet Google’s compatibility standards. Chromebook and the “Works with Chromebook” badge are trademarks of Google LLC.). Compatibility: Compatible with microSDHC and microSDXC supporting host devices
- Capacities up to 512GB (1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less) to store even more hours of Full HD video (Approximations; results and Full HD (1920x1080) video support may vary based on host device, file attributes and other factors.)
- Up to 100MB/s transfer read speed (Based on internal testing; Performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors.) lets you move up to 1000 photos in a minute (Based on 4.1GB transfer of photos (Average file 3.5MB) with USB 3.0 reader. Results may vary based on host device, file attributes and other factors.)
- Load apps faster with A1-rated performance (A1 performance is 1500 read IOPS, 500 write IOPS. Based on internal testing. Results may vary based on host device, app type and other factors.)
- Class 10 for Full HD video recording and playback (Full HD (1920x1080) video support may vary based upon host device, file attributes, and other factors.)
- SanDisk Memory Zone app for easy file management (Download and Installation Required)
- Order with your Alexa enabled device. Just ask "Alexa, order SanDisk microSD."
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9. CKITZE BG-460 HDMI/SCART PAL System to NTSC HDMI Digital Audio Video Converter
Input: SCART and HDMIOutput: HDMI and Digital Coaxial AudioConverts any NTSC (60hz) to PAL HDMI (50hz)Converts Any PAL (50hz) Signal to NTSC HDMI (60hz) 1080p
10. Panlong PL-SH2H PAL/NTSC SCART to HDMI Video Converter Box 1080P Upscaler with 3.5mm and Coaxial Audio Output for Game Consoles, DVD, STB
Upscale SCART signal (RGB or Composite) to HDMI 720p or 1080P output; perfect for classic game consoles like NES, SNES, Genesis as well as other SCART devices like DVD player and set top boxSCART audio is integrated into HDMI out as well as pass-through to headphone jack and coaxial outAutomatically...
11. SCART +HDMI to HDMI converter :convert 480I(NTSC)/576I(PAL) format signal to 720P/1080P HDMI signal output, Easily connect with the DVD, set-top box, HD player, Game Console (PS2 PS3 PSP,WII,XBOX360 etc)
- TIP-RESISTANT CAR TRASH CAN WITH WEIGHTED BASE - hard braking and tight turns won't tip the High Road TrashStand, with its bottom weight and grip strips you can step on the gas without toppling the trash
- LEAKPROOF GARBAGE BIN TAKES WET OR DRY CAR TRASH - we've improved our TrashStand by adding a removable leakproof inner liner - no bags or extra liners needed
- HINGED COVER AND MESH STORAGE POCKET – the hard cover keeps unsightly car trash hidden from view, a wide front pocket offers extra storage for tissues, sanitizer and wipes
- UNIVERSAL SIZE FITS LARGE AND SMALL VEHICLES - 2 gallon capacity garbage bin has a rectangular shape to fit in large or smaller autos in the front, back and trunk areas
- DURABLE MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION - designed with quality materials and built to last - based in Portland Maine, High Road has designed and developed problem-solving car organizers since 1990
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12. Optimal Shop Scart + HDMI to HDMI Converter HD 720P/1080P Video Converter -Black
- Plug and Play. The audio signal is embedded in the HDMI signal and also separately via the 3,5 mm jack output connector.
- Automatic lip-sync for audio and video synchronization. Handy high quality video converter scart to HDMI.
- By pressing a button between Scart / HDMI, 720 p / 1080 p and change 50Hz/60Hz. Converts analog signals to digital HDMI Scart.
- Supports RGB or composite video via SCART. Compact metal housing.
- additional HDMI and coaxial output jack Low definition scart to high definition HDMI.
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13. [UL Listed] AC Power Cord Cable Compatible PS4 / PS3 Playstation 4 Slim, Xbox One S, Xbox One X Edition Game Console, Canon PIXMA MG Series Printers
14. Action Replay 4M Plus - Ultimate enhancement for your Saturn console
- 4M memory card
- 1/4 MB ram expansion pack
- action replay cheat codes
- play imports
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15. VCT VT-500J - Japanese Step Up/Down Voltage Transformer Converts Japan 100 Volts To 110V OR Vice Versa - 500 Watt
- This continuous use transformer is capable of both up and down voltage conversions for Japan and USA electricity to enable use of Japanese products in USA and USA products in Japan
- 500 Watts is the maximum capacity of this transformer including the power surge
- It converts 110/120 volt USA power to 100 volt Japan power AND 100 volt to 110/120 volts (means it will convert the American power to Japanese power and also convert Japanese power to American)
- Power ON/OFF Switch. Fuse protection for safety
- Remember to leave at least a 100% margin for power surges/spike when buying a transformer. For power tools, laser printers and heating appliances like Rice cookers, coffee makers, toasters, halogen or fluorescent bulbs you must leave a power spike margin of 4 times. Please Note: Kindly refer the User Manual before use.
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16. LOOYUAN 220v 30w Electric Vacuum Solder Sucker/Desoldering Pump/Iron Gun Welding Tool
Absorption of tin uses voltage: 220V ACPower: 30WFor welding, soldering iron and use the same operation
17. Sega CD / Sega Saturn replacement game cases 10 pack **SECOND RUN**
- Use Food Grade Stainless Steel Material, Practical, Lightweight, Strong, Hygienic, Durable, No taste and Reusable. New Technology —— NO Fade! More Hard! (Use the included brush to clean)
- 6 color - Red, Blue, Green, Gold, Orange, Purple. 10.5 x 0.23 inch - Nice width for most liquids. Perfect fit for 20OZ 30OZ Stainless Tumblers Rumblers Cold Beverage, Glass Cup, Drinking!
- 1 Cleaning Brush - Each set comes with a handy cleaning brush for easy care. Reusable Color Straw - Protect Our Environment! Save Your Money! Bring Color To Your Life!
- This Bright Color Straw makes you easy to find your own cup from the many same cups! These colorful straws are great for a birthday party, family gathering, event, pool party, picnic, barbecue, summer party and everyday use, add a pop of color to your everyday life!
- If you have the slightest problem with your product, give us a message and we will send you a new one right away without any cost on your side. We go out of our way to make sure every customer is happy and satisfied with our product and service. Order now with prime!
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18. VCT VT-200J Japanese Step Up / Down Voltage Transformer Converts Japan 100 Volts To 110V OR 110V to 100 Volt - 200 Watt,Black
- This continuous use transformer is capable of both up and down voltage conversions for Japan and USA electricity to enable use of Japanese products in USA and USA products in Japan
- 200 Watts is the maximum capacity of this transformer including the power surge
- It converts 110/120 volt USA power to 100 volt Japan power AND 100 volt to 110/120 volts (means it will convert the American power to Japanese power and also convert Japanese power to American)
- Power ON/OFF Switch. Fuse protection for safety
- Remember to leave at least a 100% margin for power surges/spike when buying a transformer. For power tools, laser printers and heating appliances like Rice cookers, coffee makers, toasters, halogen or fluorescent bulbs you must leave a power spike margin of 4 times
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19. Stunner Gun - Sega Saturn
SPECIAL NOTE: IT ONLY WORKS WITH CRT TV. (NOT COMPATIBLE WITH PLASMA/LCD/LED TV)
20. HDMI Cable for Sega Saturn Console
- 🎮HD LINK🎮Convert and upscale the analog RGB signals from Sega SS to digital HDMI signals for modern HDTVs/monitors/projectors
- 🎮EASY TO USE🎮Plug and play with well-prepared cables. Detachable design, so high-end or extended HDMI cables can be used. Offer the free replacement without asking within 365 days and helpful customer service 7*24 hours
- 🎮AWESOME IMAGE🎮Provide the best upscaled signal processing with great precision, colors, resolution and details at this price
- 🎮ASPECT RATIO SWITCH & LOW LATENCY🎮Support 4:3 and 16:9 with a toggle switch & unnoticeable lag when playing games
- 🎮UPDATED AUDIO CHANNEL🎮Only HDMI cable with correct left and right audio channels for Sega Saturn and get the true stereo sound from Sega Saturn
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Go to a Dollar store and buy the battery there. It's just a normal 2032 flat cell and they usually come in three packs. Since it's such a slow drain, even the cheap brands last a long time, at least a year.
That controller's O.K. I have a couple myself though I prefer either the 3D analog pad or the Model 2 controller; which I just very recently bought for the first time.
Also you didn't look at the shipping, which costs more then the controller asking price!
Here's some links for a controller and things to buy now / eventually.
Look here for the same controller you linked
Try here for a 3D pad
Get one of these!
Get a 4in1 RAM cart Here or Here
More in the future:
Get a Scart cable
And a Scart to HDMI converter
For best picture that's upscaled RGB and will work nicely with any HDTV
To play backups you can do the swap disk trick but first you must know...
If you have a Saturn model 1 with oval buttons and a disk access light; which can indicate when to swap the disk
Or
If you have the Saturn model 2 with round buttons and no access light. The swap trick is a bit harder on this model due to this and increased security but still doable.
Watch Youtube to learn the swap trick on either:
The Saturn Model 1 Swap Trick
Or
The Saturn Model 2 Swap Trick
Just remember not to rip and plow the disk on and off, there's grooved in spaces to get under the disk and you can use left / right leverage with your hand to nicely pop it off. If done properly with minimal force you should be able to do this for a very long time as I have.
You can now boot any burned game for the system. Just watch the country codes on downloads Ie (U), (J), (E). Without the 4in1 cart you just use this software to change the country code of the .ISO.
Grab downloadable games at Emuparadise and TheISOzone
Explore the North American release list for games to find online and most certainly explore the Japanese release list which is more then four times the size, with tons of great games never released here.
That's it. Enjoy the Saturn!
RGB out through SCART will look the best, especially with a good upscaler like OSSC or Framemeister.
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If you want to avoid SCART probably try an Saturn S-Video Cable and run it into a Retro Tink that doubles the lines, like others have mentioned.
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Getting the best video from these old consoles can turn into a huge trip into the rabbit hole of cables and upscalers, best of luck to you!
I'll definitely let you know! However, I must ask - how are you sure that the upscaler I linked is the same as yours? Apparently there's a ton of different "brands" out there that look the same, but inside they're quite different and while some produce acceptable results, others aren't so hot. From my research, the best performing generic SCART converter would be this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Converter-ELEPHAS-Adapter-Support-Set-top-Black/dp/B00RMMGOGS
Note the brand is ELEPHAS, while the one I've linked is VCANDO. Unless you own the VCANDO brand? Heck, I'm not even sure the generic upscalers will have parity among their own brand! Seems like another rabbit hole in and of itself.
I use this 4-in-1 For that you need to do one disk swap to reflash the cart with pseudosaturn, but then you can play imports and back-ups. it's not hard to do yourself and you may save some cash
I haven't had any issues on my japanese saturn playing backups imports or US games with that method. (I have played Panzer Dragoon Zwei and legend this way) The switch on the one you linked sounds cool for switching between the ram modes, but very few games would need you to be able to do that.
It's also possible that Alcohol 120% isn't mounting the image correctly. I create CDI images using DiscJuggler and Daemon Tools 3.47 in a Windows XP virtual machine, but obviously that's not the most trivial thing to set up. An alternative way of creating Rhea/Phoebe images is to use Daemon Tools Lite and CD Manipulator; both of these programs are free and work on Windows 10. The correct settings for CD Manipulator can be found here.
My Sandisk 128GB microSD card is formatted exactly like yours. This is the particular SD card that I use:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/SanDisk-microSDXC-Memory-Adapter-Performance/dp/B073JYC4XM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sandisk+128gb&qid=1574860546&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&sr=8-3
Yes, it's very much worth it. If you're on a budget I recommend the following:
SCART Cable:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UKLIY3E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Scaler Box:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00988GMLG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use these with my Sony 4K and they work great. Very sharp, good sound and no noticeable lag.
Curious: do you use any upscalers to play, or do you play on a classic tube TV?
I recently got one of these and play on an HD Plasma.
It's one of the unbranded generic ones. All over ebay and amazon under different names.
And yes, it does 4:3 just fine, that's the only mode I'll accept. It even outputs letterbox bars on all four sides, but I can't guarantee every version will be the same.
https://www.amazon.ca/SCART-Video-Converter-Scaler-Coaxial/dp/B00MUNIVRO
> I don't have anything against SCART mind you, just would rather have a single box I can use for both (unmodded)
I get it. A device which can do both is the ideal, right?
It's a generic one that I've seen sold under different brand names from different sellers, but here's an example: https://www.amazon.co.uk/SCART-HDMI-converter-convert-connect/dp/B0092IAA3I?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B0092IAA3I&linkCode=as2&redirect=true&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&tag=hdmiheroscarttohdmi-21
I have not been able to test with a TV or other setups. I suppose it could be helpful to isolate the issue, but the goal is still to use the console with my capture/PC setup. If I get the chance to test with other setups I'll make sure to report back.
I have a Model 1 Sega Saturn hooked up using an SCART cable and an SCART to HDMI converter. Output is absolutely beautiful! You might want to start here: http://retrorgb.com/saturn.html The cable can be found on EBay, and I bought the converter off of Amazon (prob can find a cheaper one on Ebay).
Cables:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/merchant/retro_console_accessories?_nkw=saturn&_sacat=&_ex_kw=&_mPrRngCbx=1&_udlo=&_udhi=&_sop=12
Converter: I have something similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/Generic-Scart-Converter-1080P-Video/dp/B00DI6HTOI/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1405813863&sr=8-8&keywords=scart+to+hdmi
Don’t know where you’ve been looking, but this is what I use. £22.99 plus free delivery.
US mains electricity is only slightly higher voltage than Japanese mains electricity so you should be able to use a Japanese system in North America without a step-down transformer (and many do).
If you really wanted to confirm the power supply can handle the slightly higher voltage you'd need to look at the PCB, as the back of the console will only indicate 100V. This one is rated at 85V-132V, for example, so would work fine in Japan or North America. You'd need to check your own power supply though to see what it could handle.
Otherwise they do sell step-down transformers like this but it could well be unnecessary.
The Saturn will work with your HDTV out of the box as long as it has input for composite (standard yellow/white/red cable). If you want a better picture, you're in luck since the Saturn doesn't require any hardware mods to output in RGB.
You can get a RGB SCART cable and you'll need a converter box if you live outside Europe.
Then there's the Framemeister, but the price of admission goes up dramatically.
https://www.amazon.com/LOOYUAN-Electric-Vacuum-Desoldering-Welding/dp/B016W5EH96/ref=sr_1_40?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1480836999&sr=1-40&keywords=solder+sucker
Is the proper tool. Push in the plunger, heat up the solder spot till it gets all shinny and mash the button. I sucks it up and your done. $10 is a great price.
This is the cheopo route I use on my Japan Model 2. I'm happy the picture with it except the lack of scart shielding on the cable leaves audio noise on my LCD, on my plasma is noise free though. The cable is region neutral with a 175ohm fuse I checked so it's not the cheap 75ohm that sometimes don't register rgb mode. This obviously isn't ideal for input lag and scanlines.
$36 Scart to HDMi upscaler
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y43RVLH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_B1dSAbDSNT2BH
$10 Scart Cable
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UKLIY3E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_g4dSAbSM0QZ9A
You're talking about game cases, correct? If so, this Etsy seller does some fantastic work:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/RetroworksGaming?ref=s2-header-shopname&listing_id=701483680
Of course, you can also buy some cases yourself and print your own custom artwork for a very low price.
Sega CD / Sega Saturn replacement game cases 10 pack SECOND RUN https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GBMRQJW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LIzmDbWKYMG42
Any old power cord that looks like https://www.amazon.com/Power-Cable-Compatible-2-Slot-Listed/dp/B07CWK9JBM will work if you are on 120V or 110V. I haven't had any issues in 23 years running Japanese consoles on USA power at 120V.
Something like this is ok https://www.amazon.com/VCT-VT-200J-Japanese-Transformer-Converts/dp/B004S2COIC ?
Are you in the US? I found stunner guns on amazon for $25
http://www.amazon.com/Stunner-Gun-sega-saturn/dp/B00004SVZH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348876241&sr=8-1&keywords=stunner+gun
ordered this cable yesterday should arrive soon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SCYLJXF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1