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There are many different video cables available for the various models of Genesis consoles.
**Choosing The Proper Genesis RGB Cable**


There are _many_ different versions of Genesis RGB cables available. Hopefully, this page will simply everything you need to know:
== Genesis 1 Cables ==


=== **Genesis 2 Cables** ===
=== RGB (SCART) ===
The model 1 Genesis doesn’t output stereo through the rear AV port, only through the headphone jack at the front. The cables listed below have a 3.5 mm headphone cable that routes stereo audio through the SCART connector.


I'll start with the links to Genesis 2 cables, since it's much more straightforward:  Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, RGB-modded Genesis 3, etc) should get one of these cables:
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-1-sega-genesis-1-stereo-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead-pro-build Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 Stereo RGB SCART cable] (UK Seller)
* [https://insurrectionindustries.com/product/sega-genesis-model-1-rgb-scart-cable/ Genesis RGB SCART cable with stereo pigtail] (US Seller)
* [https://retro-access.com/collections/video-games-consoles-video-game-accessories-cables-adapters/products/sega-genesis-1-megadrive-1-stereo-rgb-scart-with-csync-tv-lead Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 RGB SCART Cable with composite sync] (US Seller)


**RGB Cables:**
[[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]


[https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-2-sega-genesis-2-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead?tracking=5543fb4c077bb **Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable**]  (UK Seller)
=== Component/YPbPr ===
While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.


**[https://retrorgb.link/insurrectiongenesis2scart Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]**  (US Seller #1)
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-1-Genesis-1-Stereo1-Component-YPbPr-cable-240p Retro Gaming Cables] - Genesis 1 Component Video Cables


**[https://retro-access.com/collections/frontpage/products/copy-of-genesis-2-32x-cdx-rgb-scart-cable-composite-video-sync-version?variant=47709017363&aff=3 Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]**  (US Seller #2)
=== Genesis 1 to Genesis 2 Adapters ===
* [https://retro-access.com/products/female-sega-genesis-megadrive-stereo Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - US Seller]
* [https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-model-1-genesis-a-v-port-adapter-adapter-for-genesis-2-cable Genesis 1 Mono Audio / Sega Master System to Genesis 2 Adapter]
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/32X-PATCH-CABLE-WITH-FEMALE-9-PIN-DIN Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - UK Seller**] (Not compatible with the RAD2x or HD Retrovision cables)


 
== Genesis 2/3 Cables ==


**HDMI Cables:**
Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, Genesis 3, etc.) can use one of these cables.


**Genesis 2 [http://www.retrorgb.com/unveiling-the-rad2x-hdmi-cables.html RAD2x]**:  [http://bit.ly/rad2xgenesis2 http://bit.ly/rad2xgenesis2]
=== RGB (SCART) ===
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-2-sega-genesis-2-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (UK Seller)
* [https://insurrectionindustries.com/product/sega-genesis-model-2-rgb-scart-cable/ Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #1)
* [https://retro-access.com/collections/frontpage/products/copy-of-genesis-2-32x-cdx-rgb-scart-cable-composite-video-sync-version?variant=47709017363 Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #2)


 
=== HDMI ===
Although the Genesis doesn't support native HDMI output, you can use a cable that adapts RGB to HDMI.
* Genesis 2 RAD2X: [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/SEGA-MEGA-DRIVE-2-GENESIS-2-32X-HD-RAD2X-HDMI-480P-CABLE?search=rad2x]


**Component Video Cables (RGB Quality):**
=== Component/YPbPr ===
* [https://rondoproducts.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis HD Retrovision] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
* [https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-2-Genesis-2-32X-%20Component-YPbPr-cable-240p Retro Gaming Cables] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables


**[https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis-ypbpr-component-cable?ref=w9_zngec1o_ HD Retrovision]** \- Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
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[https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-2-Genesis-2-32X-%20Component-YPbPr-cable-240p?tracking=5543fb4c077bb **Retro Gaming Cables**] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
 
[https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/Component-YPbPr-240p/Sega-Mega-Drive-1-Genesis-1-Stereo1-Component-YPbPr-cable-240p?tracking=5543fb4c077bb **Retro Gaming Cables**] - Genesis 1 Component Video Cables
 
 
 
**Genesis 1 Adapters (combine with above cables):**
 
[https://retro-access.com/products/female-sega-genesis-megadrive-stereo?aff=3 **Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - US Seller**]
 
**[https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-model-1-genesis-a-v-port-adapter-adapter-for-genesis-2-cable?ref=w9_zngec1o_ Genesis 1 Mono Audio / Sega Master System to Genesis 2 Adapter]**
 
[https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/32X-PATCH-CABLE-WITH-FEMALE-9-PIN-DIN?tracking=5543fb4c077bb **Genesis 1 with Stereo Audio to Genesis 2 Adapter - UK Seller**] (Not compatible with the RAD2x or HD Retrovision cables)
 
 
 
=== **Genesis 1 Cables** ===
 
If you have a **Genesis 1** and there's _any_ chance you'll ever use the **32x**, buy a Genesis 2 cable, as well as the custom adapter cable discussed in [https://www.retrorgb.com/32x.html the 32x section].  Honestly, it might cost a bit more, but overall your setup might be much easier if you just buy a Genesis 2 and an adapter.  If you know for a fact you'll only use a Genesis 1, then here's your direct cable choices:
 
**[https://www.retrogamingcables.co.uk/packapunch-range/packapunch-cables-for-sega-consoles/sega-mega-drive-1-sega-genesis-1-stereo-rgb-av-scart-cable-tv-lead-pro-build?tracking=5543fb4c077bb **Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 Stereo RGB SCART cable**]**   (UK Seller)
 
[https://retro-access.com/collections/video-games-consoles-video-game-accessories-cables-adapters/products/sega-genesis-1-megadrive-1-stereo-rgb-scart-with-csync-tv-lead?aff=3 **Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 1 RGB SCART Cable csync**]   (US Seller)
 
The Genesis Model 1 doesn’t output stereo through the rear A/V port; that port only outputs mono sound. Luckily, the front headphone jack _does_ output stereo, so the Genesis 1 cables listed above have a 3.5mm headphone cable that routes stereo audio through the SCART connector. [[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]
 
**Genesis 1 Basic Stereo Audio Mod**
 
Many people (including myself), have found the audio from the headphone jack to be distorted on some Genesis systems (most likely a result of a dirty POT over time). The best solution I found was to pull the stereo sound directly from the headphone amp on the Genesis motherboard. This way, you get a clear line-out signal from a pretty simple mod. Please follow the link below if you'd like to know how to do it and if you use a 3.5mm jack for the mod, you can still use the exact same cables listed above.
 
**[genesisaudiomod.html Sega Genesis Stereo Audio Mod]**
 
 
 
**Sega CD**
 
Using a Sega CD will not effect your choice of RGB cable, as it's audio is routed internally through the Genesis.  There's been lots of misinformation about this over the years, so I created a page that explains everything:  [segacd.html **Sega CD Audio**]
 
**Summary**
 
It's my opinion that regardless of the Genesis model, you should get a Genesis 2 RGB SCART cable.  Then, if you have a Genesis 1, get the 32x female adapter cable [32x.html listed in the 32x section].  This will ensure total compatibility across all Genesis consoles and accessories and in the long run may actually save you money.
 
If you're done, please head back to [genesis.html the main Genesis page].  If you'd like info on mods for other systems, head to the [/systems.html Getting RGB From Each System page] or check out [/ the main page] for more retro-awesomeness.

Latest revision as of 06:10, 26 January 2024

There are many different video cables available for the various models of Genesis consoles.

Genesis 1 Cables

RGB (SCART)

The model 1 Genesis doesn’t output stereo through the rear AV port, only through the headphone jack at the front. The cables listed below have a 3.5 mm headphone cable that routes stereo audio through the SCART connector.

GenesisPage05.jpg

Component/YPbPr

While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.

Genesis 1 to Genesis 2 Adapters

Genesis 2/3 Cables

Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, Genesis 3, etc.) can use one of these cables.

RGB (SCART)

HDMI

Although the Genesis doesn't support native HDMI output, you can use a cable that adapts RGB to HDMI.

  • Genesis 2 RAD2X: [1]

Component/YPbPr

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