The NEW Build Your Own Arcade Controls
Main => Everything Else => Topic started by: UKArcader on January 05, 2009, 12:29:07 am
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Made me laugh! Look at the listing and the Questions! :D
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320329853342
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The guy has a good sense of humour! :laugh2:
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Q: Praise be, Sir! I am the wife of the late Mr. Godwin Masakela, former head of the United Bank of Nigeria. Would you ship this beautiful item abroad? 04-Jan-09
A: No.
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Well, not too bad of a photoshop job.. I guess... :dunno
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Quite an elaborate way of making fun of those guys who take $50 junk cabs, stick a used PC in and sell the thing for $1500.
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Hahahaha! Some of the latest questions are priceless! :laugh2:
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I can't access the additional questions, only the first 5 questions. Apparently my ebay credentials are no good on ebay.co.uk.
Why would you have to sign in to look at the additional questions anyway??!! Must be top secret info! ::)
Would you mind posting them here so that we can all see them? Thanks! :cheers:
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Question & Answer
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Hi. Does it need a licence for home use as I would hate to bid on something that's illegal to play with at home?
05-Jan-09
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Good evening. The cabinet is indeed licenced for all manner of usage - domestic, commercial or otherwise - you have my word as a gentleman.
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Hi will you part ex for a 1994 Ford Mondeo 1.8 in dark blue?
05-Jan-09
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Sir, I must decline. I would actually be more interested in a pony and trap. Pantechnicons, Charabancs, Powered Velocipedes or indeed any vehicle based on the principles of the internal combustion engine are the work of the devil himself and are not to be trifled with.
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The joysticks and buttons are reversed. If you flip the screen to the mirror side to look at the controls, does it play okay? Also, does the mirror help players realize that playing Guitar Hero does not make them look cool, as this feature would be quite helpful to mankind. Oh, and I fear this is just another Knievel or Mountain copy. Does it include a certificate of authenticity?
05-Jan-09
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They are indeed reversed - this was due to a previous "southpaw" owner. Luckily, the cabinet comes with a spare R/H-oriented control panel, so all is well. Some would say that the mirror is indeed a bonus - whilst throwing shapes and practicing their best sneer, players often realise that they are much better suited to an alternative career, for instance McDonalds, WalMart or KFC. As stated previously, the cabinet has a certificate of provenance from no other than the late Arthur Negus himself - surely a sign of authenticity?
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Does this lovely cab come on wheels?. I must ask as it is so old, does it come fitted with a plug or do i have to fit one? When are you going to be listing the Medieval Jamma Cab?
05-Jan-09
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Hiya! Yes, as stated in a previous Answer (to the question about Golf) - the machine does indeed come with a purpose-built mahogany trolley for ease of transport. Regarding the plug - good news - it doesn't need one! The cabinet of course operates on Steam. All you need is a good supply of coal. The Medieval JAMMA cab will be listed shortly (when this auction closes). Thank you!
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Hi Look,is it posible to fit a square mirror as im always more interested in how meny flags i have receeved on galaxian than hi score (in your oval mirror this element is obscured)regards spelcheq kid
05-Jan-09
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Hiya. Thank you for your question! Unfortunately, I am unable to retrofit a square mirror as it would be out of keeping with the style of the cabinet - Regency French weren't big on anything other than ovals (or so I'm told). However, I may have a mid-1960's G-Plan/Ercol/Eames-era "modern" antique Street Fighter JAMMA cab arriving soon as a part-exchange form my Art-Deco Wii. This has a square mirror - would you perhaps be interested in this?
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Hi there i have to say it looks fab can you tell me the size of it many thanks steve
05-Jan-09
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Hiya - yes, it's approximately 5 feet in length by 2.5 feet deep and 4.5 feet high.
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I would like to install a racing wheel and gas and brake pedal. Is this possible? That and 4 tracking balls are missing.
05-Jan-09
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Yes - that would be possible. It might be better to fabricate something in keeping with the age of the cabinet - it is over 200 years old, after all - perhaps a set of reins for a horse rather than a steering wheel? Some stirrups, too?
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Hi. I *think* this may be my holy grail of video game collecting! I would like to know if it is possible for me to fit some buttons and joysticks that I have never seen, but have only dreamed about - the buttons were blue and black and the joysticks were different sizes - one was 2.5 inches tall and the other was 14.8 inches tall. I think that they were attached to a machine which had a picture of a giant chicken on the side (or was it a giraffe?). Could you please tell me if it is possible to fit these controls?
04-Jan-09
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With faith in our Good Lord (and the assitance of Tamazepam and Prozac), anything is possible. Did you take your medication today?
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I LOVE this gaming machine, but I'm really interested in your Medieval Jamma cab - when will it be available?
04-Jan-09
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Very soon - watch this space! In the meantime, can I interest you in a Renaissance PS3?
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Praise be, Sir! I am the wife of the late Mr. Godwin Masakela, former head of the United Bank of Nigeria. Would you ship this beautiful item abroad?
04-Jan-09
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No.
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I'm particularly interested in the fact that this will enable me to play Pro-Celebrity Golf, but I'm a bit worried that it will be a wee bit cumbersome to carry around on the greens with me. My caddy would buckle under the weight!
04-Jan-09
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Never fear! The machine comes with it's own trolley and indeed the services of a hefty caddy - he will be more than pleased to assist for a few shillings a week.
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Can I install any other games? Will it let me play swingball?
04-Jan-09
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Good news! There is a special mahogany pole which clips to the back and there are Swingball rackets in a drawer underneath the control panel!
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Hi, I am a professional gamer and I want to fit some joysticks from an arcade machines i saw in sheffield 5 years ago.it was sold before i had the chance to buy it. It was a standard 6 button arcade cabinet with a distinct chinese dragon shaped symbol on the side or front. had a 2-in-1 pcb with "super street fighter" on display, i cant remember the other game. also had 2 uneven sized joysticks. I will pay £500 for any information leading to the installation of these joysticks into this arcade machine
04-Jan-09
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Yes - you can fit them. Can I have my £500 now?
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Hello Luke. I am afraid that I think you may have gone over to the "Dark Side"! Why on earth did you ruin this beautiful piece of furniture by putting a videogame inside it? Sacrilege!
04-Jan-09
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I'm sorry, but you obviously know nothing about antiques - the value of this item has been increased enormously by the addition of a MAME PC!
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You say this is a Regency piece, but I happen to have seen one just like it on the Antiques Roadshow recently, and I fear that yours may be a Victorian copy. Sorry to break the bad news...
04-Jan-09
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I am afraid I must contradict you, sir - Just before Arthur Negus died, he appraised this very piece of furniture. Included with the machine is a written testimony from the man himself, written in his own blood, vouching for the Regency provenance of this cabinet. I do hope that this answers your question satisfactorily?
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That is an excellent piece of craftmanship but could you tell me if you can add some more buttons, 6 buttons per player is never enough for pulling off those complex secret moves in SF2, you need at least 10 buttons per player.. Thanks Aran
04-Jan-09
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Don't worry - there is plenty of room on the control panel to add more! I was actually thinking of adding several spinners, trackballs and various flavours of joystick - at least one for each of my favourite retro computer emulators.
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Wow this a fine work of art, do you have any matching stools to go with it, the colour matches are grandfather clock and we like to keep a strict colour code in our living room. Also is there a facility to play LP records. It would be out of this world to play Mortal Kombat to the sound of a crackly Mozart LP.
04-Jan-09
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Sir, we do not have such modern contrivances as a "gramophone"! The unit of course comes with it's very own String quartet, who will be pleased to accompany any game you so wish.
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I love this, but does the screen flip over to a mirror so i can do my makeup in the mornings?
04-Jan-09
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Of course - as it says in the listing, it's all done at the flick of a switch!
Question & Answer
Answered On
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Does this come with the optional leg-covers as my wife says i may find the exposed legs rather too arousing during game-play?
04-Jan-09
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It does indeed! Absolutely essential in this day and age! One should always keep the legs covered during gameplay for fear of the onset of priapism and (perish the thought!) onanism. They are floor-length and fully upholstered in a washable strong green and gold broacade.
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where do i coin it up?
04-Jan-09
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The recommended method is to send your card in with the footman or butler on a silver salver. They will then carry out the required operation on your behalf.
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Hi, I love your game and want it bad (before mandccars anyway). I will, however, want to play Defender on it. Is it possible to change the aspect of the monitor without the use of a saw. Regards, Andy.
04-Jan-09
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I wouldn't reccomend a chainsaw, circular saw or anything so rough - as it's such a beautiful piece of furniture, I would suggest a jig saw, coping saw and fretsaw. I would also recommend the assistance of a good cabinet-maker and french polisher. Thanks!
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He he, just beat me to it, funny as! :laugh2:
Why the freak have people bidded tho? :dizzy:
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Perhaps they're taking the p*ss just as much as the seller? It kind of invites that level of participation!
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Might have a bid myself in a while - will certianly ask a question (or two!) ;)
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Lol. This is the best line:
If you are not fully satisfied, I will offer a FULL refund (minus Administration fees*).
*Administration Fee = £4,500UKP
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50 bids now!!! :o
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The joysticks and buttons are reversed. If you flip the screen to the mirror side to look at the controls, does it play okay? Also, does the mirror help players realize that playing Guitar Hero does not make them look cool, as this feature would be quite helpful to mankind. Oh, and I fear this is just another Knievel or Mountain copy. Does it include a certificate of authenticity?
05-Jan-09
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They are indeed reversed - this was due to a previous "southpaw" owner. Luckily, the cabinet comes with a spare R/H-oriented control panel, so all is well. Some would say that the mirror is indeed a bonus - whilst throwing shapes and practicing their best sneer, players often realise that they are much better suited to an alternative career, for instance McDonalds, WalMart or KFC. As stated previously, the cabinet has a certificate of provenance from no other than the late Arthur Negus himself - surely a sign of authenticity?
That one was mine ;D
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It's pretty bold to do with a 300+ feedback account. Ebay might shut it down.
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http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320330144208 :laugh2:
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Yeah, I think I heard a disturbance in the force and it said "holy crap, people actually bid??? I'm screwed!!!" and then it was magically sold ;)
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Couldn't stop :laugh2:! But did people really bid on that crap :dizzy:
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Funny though, nevertheless! Some of the questions (and answers) were priceless! :laugh2:
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"Yow're a RIOT, a REEEEEEEAAL RIOT!!" :burgerking: :dunno :cheers:
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Hm. Shows now that there were no bids. Says relisted - but that one shows the same thing. Weird. He had to pay for the auction.
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Hm. Shows now that there were no bids. Says relisted - but that one shows the same thing. Weird. He had to pay for the auction.
smal price to pay for a good laugh ;D
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Too true! :applaud: ;D :cheers: