Sega Genesis Six 6 Button Controller (MK 1653) Official OEM Black Tested Working
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Manufacturer description
The Sega Genesis Six 6 Button Controller (MK 1653) is an official OEM black controller designed for the Sega Genesis platform. This wired controller features six buttons and a glossy black plastic material, manufactured in the 1980s by SEGA. With a wireless range of less than 5m and a cable length of 6ft, this controller is lightweight at 6 oz and is compatible with Sega Genesis consoles. Made in Japan, this controller offers a classic and authentic gaming experience for players looking to enhance their Sega Genesis gameplay.
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SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis Six 6 Button Controller Official OEM Black Tested Working using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Sega's controllers & gamepads 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.
Common buyer scenarios for controllers & gamepads of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| platform | Sega Genesis |
|---|---|
| button_count | 6 |
| connection_type | wired |
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