KazeoHin
[H]F Junkie
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Hey guys, I've got a real itch to build an arcade cabinet. I want to play old arcade games, and emulated gen 3 and gen 4 console titles as well. I think that sort of thing would be a killer set-piece for house parties and whatnot. I've got most of the plan all buttoned-up, the only question on my mind is this: What sort of display should I use?
My first instinct is to seek out an old 22"+ CRT monitor and use that, as it would offer an awesome retro feel, but I can also see that old high-end CRTs are in short supply nowadays, and when experienced vendors know what they are selling, these babies aren't cheap.
My next idea is an old CRT TV, 480i style. it would have an authentic look, but is this even a good idea? Are there disadvantages for this, especially considering NO games of the era I'll be emulating had support for widescreen or higher-resolution displays.
The other, less authentic idea is to use a decent quality LCD screen. Some people use 16:10 screens and then just live with the black bars, others pony up the cash for a 4:3 LCD. I don't wand TN. I'd want VA or better.
Classic Arcade monitors are out-of-question, too damn expensive.
I've only seen some passing comments and "From what I've read" anecdotes. I'd like some dialogue with people who are passionate about this stuff, or who have experience doing this stuff.
Thanks in advance.
My first instinct is to seek out an old 22"+ CRT monitor and use that, as it would offer an awesome retro feel, but I can also see that old high-end CRTs are in short supply nowadays, and when experienced vendors know what they are selling, these babies aren't cheap.
My next idea is an old CRT TV, 480i style. it would have an authentic look, but is this even a good idea? Are there disadvantages for this, especially considering NO games of the era I'll be emulating had support for widescreen or higher-resolution displays.
The other, less authentic idea is to use a decent quality LCD screen. Some people use 16:10 screens and then just live with the black bars, others pony up the cash for a 4:3 LCD. I don't wand TN. I'd want VA or better.
Classic Arcade monitors are out-of-question, too damn expensive.
I've only seen some passing comments and "From what I've read" anecdotes. I'd like some dialogue with people who are passionate about this stuff, or who have experience doing this stuff.
Thanks in advance.