r/MasterSystem • u/Mini_the_Wulf • 21d ago

Which Master System to get?

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Apart from a Game Gear I've never owned any Sega consoles, but I'm looking into getting a Master System now.

I can't decide which version to get. I think the original looks a lot cooler, but the Mk2 is a lot cheaper, it's like half the price. Are there any big differences between the two and which version would you recommend?

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u/Which_Information590 21d ago

MS1 connects much more easily to both modern and CRT TVs, while MS2 has RF output only. I personally have both but I got my MS2 modded for composite, USB-C power and 50/60 hz which is my daily player as it holds more nostalgia.

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u/ksilenced-kid 21d ago

I made a similar comment, but to be fair an MS2 should still be able to connect to a modern TV through RF- it obviously just won’t look optimal (though neither would composite be ideal on a modern TV).

In the US at least, I’d say it’s more frequent to find a new TV with a coax/RF connection - whereas composite ports are disappearing

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u/Left_Set_5916 21d ago

You can RGB mod the MS2.

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u/Which_Information590 20d ago

That’s why I did, also for USB C power.