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M64 “AV Adapter” HDMI to Analog Converter
https://retrorgb.com/m64-av-adapter-hdmi-to-analog-converter.html
Tired of choosing between your vintage CRT and your modern flat panel? Modretro might just solve that headache. They’ve opened pre-orders for the M64 “AV Adapter,” a sleek HDMI-to-analog converter that promises to bridge the gap between old and new gaming hardware.
Priced at $90, this device is currently marketed as an accessory for their M64 FPGA console. However, industry watchers believe it’s likely compatible with any HDMI source outputting 15KHz video. That’s a big deal for retro enthusiasts, as it would allow you to plug a modern console into a classic CRT without needing a separate, expensive upscaler.
The specs are impressive: it supports Composite, S-Video, YPbPr Component, and RGB outputs, covering both PAL and NTSC standards. The listing boasts “well under one frame of lag,” which suggests near-instantaneous response times—crucial for fighting games or fast-paced platformers. It also features forced 240p/288p modes to enhance scanline visibility on older displays.
While the RGB output requires a custom SCART-style cable, the use of standard RCA connectors for other signals makes setup significantly easier than competing products like the Reflex Prism. If Modretro delivers on these promises, this could become the go-to DAC for anyone wanting to enjoy retro gaming on a CRT without sacrificing modern convenience.