Classic VS AV Famicom
What I meant by that is, kinda like how the Top Loader is considered to be better than the Front Loader due to newer parts, do the two editions of the Famicom differ? Also, would a Famicom Disk System look right under an AV Famicom? What I mean by that is it doesn't look too big/small compared to the classic FC.
I've also read that the Famicom ceased production in 2003, so would that make AV Famicoms more plentiful? I just want a real FC, and not some cheap clone, and would like help on this.
I've also read that the Famicom ceased production in 2003, so would that make AV Famicoms more plentiful? I just want a real FC, and not some cheap clone, and would like help on this.
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First model fami's only have rf, and tune on channels 95/96 on north american tv's. I have mine hooked up through a vcr because my awesome 1984 tv can't tune channels that high. AV fami's are going to be easier to connect and you'll get better video out of it (I assume, I don't have one to compare).
AV fami also has the advantage on controllers, since it has nes-style ports and they're on the front. first model fami's have a ridiculous cord, like 3 ft, and it's hardwired in through the back of the console. The only bonus is the mic on the second controller, which is not present on the later model.
As far as size, my early famicom and nes toploader are roughly the same size, and I think the av fami is comparable to the toploader in size.
And nice to know, Lincoln. Does the AV Famicom cost more than the regular one, or no? I prefer to buy it with it's box, so that I can put it away easily.
All usa accessories should work except the Zapper and multi taps (these will not work with Japanese games). The AV famicom has the standard Nintendo video cable jack and no power led. It also can't do s-video or stereo sound without mods.