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| Tahnok:
I'm considering creating a bartop cab to sell (to fund more cabs ;) ), but I have a few questions. The CP will come installed and wired. Do most people prefer 4-way or 8-way (this is going to be a balltop joystick)? Three buttons seem to be enough for the old games, but should I go up to six just so it can be compatible with the most recent games? Also, is it a good idea to go with a USB joystick encoder? I have a few Gravis Gamepad Pro pads that are fairly easy to hack. MAME supports the joystick, but there may be compatibility issues with other software packages (if anyone actually wanted to play one of those collection games). Who should I sell to? Ebay is the obvious answer, but I'm also wondering if anyone has ever found local buyers. I live in southern California, gaming mecha, so I would think it wouldn't it wouldn't be too hard. I just don't know how I would go about getting my name out there. I'm not even sure if there is a market for this (I just saw the bartop on ebay that had to be relisted). How much can I really expect to make on a bartop cab? The cab will come painted with t-molding and a wired CP, but no computer or monitor. Thanks for the help! |
| Timoe:
just curious, what part of Sou Cali? note: you'll hit a wider market with the six button layout. Sad but true. |
| Tahnok:
The Antelope Valley. About 60 miles north of downtown LA (still within LA county). I'm within commuting distance of most of the big name cities (including Santa Clarita). |
| Timoe:
Is that like lancaster/palmdale? |
| Roughy:
I'd vote for 6 buttons and 8-ways if possible. Just personal preference from actually having played a couple now. Also, I wonder if it would be worth it to add an option for a little... "jut" out from the center of the cab for a small trakball? Could be too much, but just saying. Might want to consider external connections for JAKKS? Also, check this thread: http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=45304.40 |
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