📰 New article from RetroRGB
RGB + Composite CRT “Retro Cart” Setup
https://retrorgb.com/rgb-composite-crt-retro-cart-setup.html
Retro RGB’s “Retro Cart” Is a Nostalgia-Powered Signal Switcher — and You Can Build One Too!
Remember the golden age of gaming when your console hooked directly to your TV via a single cable? Steve from RetroTechUSA is keeping that spirit alive with an updated “Retro Cart” setup — a clever hybrid rig that lets you toggle between RGB and composite video over the same SCART cable, no box-switching required.
Here’s why it’s cool:
- It uses an RGB-modded CRT (or even a standard SCART monitor) + a GSCartSW switchbox to route signals intelligently.
- Composite video still retains its beloved “charm” — soft, analog bloom and all — when viewed on a CRT, something you lose on modern flat panels.
- The setup also works with MiSTer FPGA systems, and even RetroTINK units (though the magic of composite fades on HDMI displays).
Bonus: A Time Harvest Picture Adjust box tames sync issues and boosts signal clarity — a small but mighty tool in the analog purist’s arsenal.
As Steve says: “Fewer devices in the signal chain = cleaner video.” But he’s also open to suggestions — drop your best hacks in the comments! Whether you’re modding an old SNES or fine-tuning a MiSTer build, this setup proves retro isn’t just about hardware — it’s about smart, playful engineering. 🎮🔌
P.S. RetroRGB’s cart and switcher pages have all the parts you need — and yes, it is as fun to watch as it sounds.