Sega Genesis AV RCA Video Cable Model 1 MK-1601 AV Brand New
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Manufacturer description
Title: Sega Genesis AV RCA Video Cable Model 1 MK-1601 AV. Not Compatible with Sega Genesis models 2/3. This is for Sega 1 Model. Item Type: Sega Genesis. Compatible Model: For Sega Genesis. Platform: Sega Genesis.
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SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis AV RCA Video Cable Model 1 MK-1601 AV Brand New using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Sega's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Full Specifications
| condition | New |
|---|---|
| connector | RCA |
| compatibility | Genesis Model 1 only |
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