Which is good for a beginner? Which is easiest to setup?
Oh, and to answer your monitor question, CRT is the most arcade authentic, especially if it's an arcade one. I started with an LCD, my next two cabs were a computer CRT, and everything else since has been actual arcade monitors. I've enjoyed learning about arcade monitors.
For a beginner? VGA CRT if you want authentic, LCD if you want to save space.I wish there was a way I could see the difference between LCD and CRT.. I've been playing XBOX so long I couldn't tell you the last time I played an actual standup arcade game. They usually have some at Pinball at the Zoo in Michigan, but not many and they're usually surrounded by kids so I play the pins.
Great questions, Bill. My plan was to initially go the Tankstick route as well, but so many guys here suggested and showed how to build my own, so I went ahead and took the plunge. I ordered buttons and joysticks from GroovyGameGear, an I-Pac from Ultimarc, and.... well, I never looked back! The level of customization alone makes it worth while. :cheers:Does ordering and making a custom control panel cost more than the Tankstick ? I think I seen the Tankstick for $199
It all depends on the options.Yea, I just jumped back on here to answer my own question.. I went to Happ Controls and realized the options available
It all depends on the options.Yea, I just jumped back on here to answer my own question.. I went to Happ Controls and realized the options available
Thanks I just came across Happ in a Google search. Glad to see there are some better options
Be sure to visit Groovy Game Gear (http://groovygamegear.com/), Ultimarc (http://www.ultimarc.com/index.html), Paradise Arcade Shop (http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/) and ArcadeEmulator.net (http://www.arcadeemulator.net/).
They are the four main supppliers on BYOAC and Randy, Andy, Bryan and Gary are regulars here.
Ordering direct from Happ means paying full retail prices and really high shipping, but it's a great site for finding part numbers and mounting diagrams.
Scott
Read, read and read some more! There is a ton of info on this site! People here are more then willing to help. Just don't expect them to build it for you lol :cheers: If you have problems walking, maybe a cabinet like this would work better. http://customvewlix.blogspot.com/ (http://customvewlix.blogspot.com/)Haha.. Yeah I can build the wood part... Does that count? LOL.. I may need my hand held with the rest ;D I'll do the best I can though, but I do ask a lot of questions..
dude, before you do anything more, i suggest you go get your hands on "Project arcade" it is a book written for people lie you and me, i bought it, and a week later i built a cab shell in 5 days, trust me, it was the best thing i ever did!Do you think it is possible to build a MAME solely by reading this book? I mean is it kinda a " MAME for Dummies" type thing?
the guy who wrote it is actually the guy who stated this site!
Project Arcade 2nd Edition allows a beginner to build a cab from start to finish. It has been updated so is fairly current and has alot of info that even regular arcade cab builders can use.Does it have any how-to's on anything other than the cabinet.. Say how to configure everything.. The comp setup etc?
Also I have a nice size room to put it in, but probably want to stay around the size of a regular authentic cabinet. Money-wise, of course I'd like it as cheap as I can.. I've seen some for less than $800 on Craigslist, so I guess I'd like to stay around that..
I so don't know what I'm doing..! I do know I have bad hips and I'm walk with a cane, so that might have to determine what monitor I use.. I guess I'm thinking of how much it would have to be handled, if you know what I mean.. I doubt I'll be able to walk carrying a 27" CRT, my legs just won't take it
Wish there was a step by step guide somewhere... I'm kinda guy that needs someone to hold my hand...Haha.. You'll all find out I ask about a million questions when I start something new, because like I stated.. I know nothing!
Thanks, Bill
Project Arcade 2nd Edition allows a beginner to build a cab from start to finish. It has been updated so is fairly current and has alot of info that even regular arcade cab builders can use.Does it have any how-to's on anything other than the cabinet.. Say how to configure everything.. The comp setup etc?
Colors are more accurate on an arcade CRT and not as pixelated due to a larger dot pitch, as well as not having a fixed resolution like an LCD. The obvious advantages of the LCD is the smaller size and weight.For a beginner? VGA CRT if you want authentic, LCD if you want to save space.I wish there was a way I could see the difference between LCD and CRT.. I've been playing XBOX so long I couldn't tell you the last time I played an actual standup arcade game.