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


== Genesis 1 Cables ==
== Genesis 1 Cables ==


If you have a Genesis 1 and there's any chance you'll ever use the Sega 32X, buy a Genesis 2 cable, as well as the custom adapter cable discussed in [https://www.retrorgb.com/32x.html the 32x section]. 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:
=== RGB (SCART) ===
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.


**[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://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://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 csync] (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 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. <br> [[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]
[[File:GenesisPage05.jpg]]
 
=== Component YPbPr ===
While the Genesis doesn't support native YPbPr output, you can use a cable to convert RGB output to YPbPr.
 
* [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
 
=== 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 Cables ==
== Genesis 2 Cables ==


Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, RGB-modded Genesis 3, etc) should get one of these cables:
Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, RGB-modded Genesis 3, etc) can use one of these cables.
 
=== 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://stoneagegamer.com/insurrection-industries-sega-genesis-model-2-rgb-scart-cable-w-csync.html 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]


* RGB Cables:
=== Component YPbPr ===
** [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)
* [https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis-ypbpr-component-cable HD Retrovision] - Genesis 2 Component Video Cables
** [https://stoneagegamer.com/insurrection-industries-sega-genesis-model-2-rgb-scart-cable-w-csync.html Sega Genesis / Mega Drive 2 RGB Scart Cable]  (US Seller #1)
* [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://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 Cables:
** 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):
** [https://castlemaniagames.com/products/hd-retrovision-genesis-ypbpr-component-cable 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://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
** Genesis 1 Adapters (combine with above cables):
*** [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)

Revision as of 15:10, 14 July 2023

There are many different versions of Genesis RGB cables available.

Genesis 1 Cables

RGB (SCART)

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.

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 Cables

Any Genesis that uses the Genesis 2-style port (such as CDX, RGB-modded 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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