Fun fact, if you need to pull YPbPr component from a PS2 and you use RGB SCART, you can do so without swapping the cables. SCART will carry YPbPr. All you need is a SCART amplifier and an inexpensive SCART to component adapter. Send one output to your SCART input and the other to your component input - no need to swap the cables out. The OSSC will even support YPbPr through its SCART input.
Even with binoculars sitting right in front of the screen its very hard to notice any difference at all... and even then it can be pretty much a matter of taste as to which is "better". I bought a couple of ps2's a few months back and have bought a ton of games, but haven't got around to hooking it up yet lol. What a great console the ps2 was, such an impressive library of games and they still look amazing !
I recommend re watching once TH-cam finally processes this in 4K lol xD Even then, you may still find the differences hard to spot but in both 480p & especially 1080i its there :) Just shows you how good the scart cables are :) I love the PS2, loved it as a kid & I love it even more now! Get free mcboot with GS mode selector and it can be incredible ^^
@@TheAffroShowGameplayHello friend, what an amazing video you have provided us. The best I've seen by far, out of countless of videos I have seen. Just one question, what TV did you use to get these incredible images? I hooked up my PS2 to a 4:3 Dell 2007fpb monitor using PS2 Component cables→gbs-converter →VGA but I can't get around a dull, blur looking signal every time :/. I can only achieve crisp, cristal clear signal as you have on my PS1, & PS2 games by using the same set up I mentioned above, but through my PS3. None the less- what I really want to achieve, is to get the same great, amazing, beautiful signal directly from my PS2, as you did. Thanks, I appreciate any inputs, or suggestions that you may have. PS: The PS2, on my Sony Trinitron CRT tv through Component cables, already looks stunning. But, my main goal is to get the same image quality, or at least as much as possible, using my Dell 4:3 LCD monitor(:
@MagiX19 I personally used the OSSC device as you will see in the video itself & the video description :) I used a Samsung 4K display although what you are seeing wasn't on the TV as it was captured by the Elgato HD60s Plus but the TV footage is similar:) I also use high quality component or Scart cables & I use the line multiplier of the OSSC, again shown in the video:)
I just got the original PS1 cable and everything is suddenly so much sharper. After snooping around for a bit I found for around $20 which in my case is a lot cheaper than the RGC. That one would have cost me $70 including shipping, handling and import taxes. Good to see the built in capacitors don't interfere with the signal in any significant way. Great video as always!
Every time you switched to the Sony I thought it looked good and then couldn't tell a thing side by side. Either way it seems your conclusion is correct and buying a recent one from someone as good as RGC is probably just the best option. With you on the intro though, sitting here watching the video and owning... too many... consoles. There's only one I could touch without moving and it's my OG PS2.
You can tell a difference in 1080i when forced with Free Mcboot as I showed in the video but yes, even so it's hard to tell the two cables apart xD But yes the RGC cable is the one you want if you want a new Scart cable ^^ Yes!! PS2 for life, it's nearly as old as me now aha xD
I have been eyeing the RGC PlayStation 2 RGB SCART cable for a while now and I like the fact that RGC also offers one with a GunCon port, while the official one will need an adapter to use it like come on Sony you could have at least provided an RGB SCART cable with the GunCon port like how Nintendo made the Wii Motion Plus adapter for the Wii Remotes and then making the Wii Remote Plus, I am glad that RGC and Retro Access provided these solutions for the Light Gun fans
@smasherjosh5000 Both are the same quality to be honest, there's no point as the cable will just depend on which one your setup supports :) They are both very high quality:)
Silly question that may have already been addressed but.. what type of TV are these scart cables running off? CRT? LCD? Etc.. am curious as I have an SD crt and have rigged an HDMi downscale for 480i over scart and noticed the retro tink will output 1080i on scart. Am reluctant to try for fear of damage to the CRT if not supported.
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Thank you for taking the time to read and respond so quickly. Keep up the great content, seeing your video has made want to dive into my PS2 collection this evening 😀
I have received the PlayStation 2 RGB SCART GunCon CSYNC cable this afternoon, alongside a GameCube CSYNC Cable and 2 male to male SCART leads for a SCART splitter I have ordered on eBay. Gotta say the jump in quality from Composite to RGB SCART is fantastic plus one of my CRTs doesn't support NTSC which RGB SCART overrides allowing me to enjoy PlayStation 2 games in fantastic quality
A lot of people don't realise how much better great proper RGB SCART Cables are for retro gaming :) When you do, it really makes a huge difference to the video output & I'm glad the Cable has met your expectations:)
@smasherjosh5000 The PS2's DVD capabilities are basic at best, it was more functional rather than fantastic:) Worked for the year 2000 but quality was always going to be compromised :)
I have the Official one but its black not grey, does that mean it wont have the capacitors assuming its a PS2 accessory. I can't tell a quality difference either between the RGC, PS1 and PS2 cables on either a PS1 or PS2 console
I think as long as it's an official cable & of good quality, the differences should be minimal to non existent although I always say be on the safe side if possible:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay I like the Sony cables because they plug in easy to the AV multi out and feel secure, other brands never seem to get it right, even quality ones like RGC and Monster
Nice experiment and comparison. Do you know how the official ones wire or handle sync (sync on composite perhaps)? Also curious why you chose to use the official PS1 (SCPH-1052) instead of the PS2 (SCPH-10142) cable since you demonstrate with PS2 games and not PS1. Here's my take: I prefer the picture/graphics from the official ones as they are less washed out. However, when blowing up the image to 1080i, it is revealed sycn on luma / RGC cables are very slightly but noticeable sharper (i.e. more defined pixels). Still, I would argue the differences are not significantly different nor trivial--but subtle. Can't go wrong with either and I suppose it will all boil down to price and availability.
I think the Official Sony cable is Sync On Comosite :) Because I couldn't find the PS2 version of the cable & these cables are rare & expensive now so it's not viable to buy them both, plus I wanted to know how much better the newer custom cable was :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Thing is, I've read ideally PS2 should use an SCART cable without the 220uf capacitor (which is inside the official PS1 but not the PS2 ones). What will be the effect of this immediately and in the long run is still beyond me but if you'd like to use the the same cable on both consoles, you should use an SCART equipped with 1000uf capacitors.
@@TheAffroShowGameplay if you can say me how know that, i can dissasemble (again) my unit (SCPH-10142) (adquired for 30€ in a local second hand market in my country :) ) Fun fact. SCPH-10142 needs a mod because the cable is fixed to 4:3 mode. the cable have a small circuit, with a step up 5v->12v chip (LTC1262) connected from the pin 10 in the AV-multi (througth the step-up) to pin 8 in the scart. needs retire one of the R220 near to the pin 8 and weld a cable from the +5v pad (purple cable) directly to the pin 8. and wala. 16:9 mode activated. the OEM PS1 scarts cables, SCPH-1050 (JP21 variant (my unit+conversor JP1-> scart)) and the rest of the world variant (SCPH-1050) the pin 8 (11 in JP21) is connected to +5v directlry (both unit have a little PCB with the RGB capacitors and some other stuff) (pin10 in the AV-multi) (see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCART pinout for the A:R mode)
Its a shame that SCART was never adopted here in North America. It really seems like a proper viable alternative with results that appear to be on par with Component cables. Thankfully, adapters exist that fix this issue..
Here in Europe, SCART was pretty much the top cable, even 1080i resolution was supported :) Component & Scart in my eyes offer pretty much the same image quality although Component will do 1080p which is pretty nice with good cables :) Otherwise just use whichever cable option is best for your setup :)
@@mandibiedermann2246 Hmmmm that's interesting because when I try that, it only gives me 576p or 576i in RGB on PS3, the 720p & 1080p modes are grayed out for me :/
@@TheAffroShowGameplay try a scart cable with 21 pins, the PS1 scart cable if i remember don't have 21 pins, maybe is that the problem, i have two RGB scart cables one is with no name the other is thrustmaster and both have 21 pins and suport 720p and 1080p
I tried both cables featured in this video & both had the same limitations:/ Maybe there's something else I'm missing? I'll have to investigate further & see if I can get it to work! If I do, I'm definitely making a video about it!
@@TheAffroShowGameplay now i received it. Oh my god the picture is absolutly superb. Its unbelievable. I thank you so much. Realy purchased the cable because of you! Because I have read everywhere to buy it for ps3/ps2 usage. But seeing your video convinced me to give it a Shot! Im happy Everything works!
There is definitively a difference, the unneeded capacitors end up making the image washed out on PS2 due to their increase in the RGB signals, thus pushing everything towards the white color making it look washed out.
It is hard to notice but yes, once 480p gets compared, the difference starts to really show, but even so in my opinion the difference wasn't massively especially as I had to zoom in to even show the difference but, this is why I recommend the third party PS2 SCART cable for PS2 use :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay the OEM scart cable for PS2 (SCPH-10142) not have that capacitors. the real VS should be that cable (SCPH-10142) and the RGC Sync to Luma AND CSYNC cable variants
I will say that the difference is far more noticeable in 1080i which with Guilty Gear X I thought was the best showcase of which was better which is the Sync-on-Luma cable and cannot help but agree with you that you should buy the RGC cable as better price but also better video quality, the Luma is the same sync from S-Video and Component
Don't forget though that this was forced with Free MCboot & not every game will work forcing a 1080i resolution:) The difference is there yes but, at that high resolution, 95% of PS2 owners will never see that benefit:)
It is actually 1080i as demonstrated here, at least for PS2 :) I couldn't believe it either but it does work & even on PS3 it'll work up to 480p :) Not sure how or why it works but, you don't need Component as long you have a device or monitor capable of RGsB :)
@ROX99 The Sony Official RGB SCART Cable supports it as shown in this video too :) I'm not sure about cheaper non branded cables, I assume so but no matter the cable, you need an upscaler or display that supports RGsB otherwise 480p & above resolutions won't display when using RGB SCART :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay that is absolutely great news. I’m currently looking into getting into PS2. Cause I’m a RGB guy. Thank you Affro. Really awesome video.
@goodall1bay Ah that's unfortunate, I would recommend though despite that, the quality cannot be matched & spending more is a bit silly unless you really want the strongest RGB cables!
This is the exact video I was looking for after buying a minter of a PS2 and a SONY Trinitron this evening. I had forgotten that the composite cable SCART was black and white! Then choked when I saw the chancers on eBay flogging the original RGB SCART lead for £140!! So saw thiS £20 LUMA cable and wondered what it was like. You answered my question. LUMA cable it is!
Sadly I wish I knew, someone told me it was possible but nothing I tried ever let me enable anything past 576p which is annoying when the same cable let me do 1080i via the PS2 via GSM xD
@@TheAffroShowGameplay well pal version ps3 only supports 576i with scart RGB. Maybe ntsc has 576p. Well i wanna see picture with my psone on CRT and compare with my old unofficial scart RGB. Also wanna see ps3 picture on CRT :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay hm, i tell with my friend and he also said it doesn't support 576p. Maybe ur black pal ps3 is not pal?))) And my white ps3 is a truly pal ))) Or maybe my led TV has problem but i don't think so.
Nope my PS3 is definitely a PAL model, it's because your TV, display or upscaler needs to support Sync On Green for it to work :) My video on the Official Sony RGB Scart cable for PS1, PS2 & PS3 shows this off & I even had the resolution screen shown too :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay with a scart cable on modern tvs for the ps2. Do you do think getting a crt tv is not worth it for that supposed "extra picture quality"
I'm using the OSSC to get picture to the TV :) It's up to you, I'm not fussed on this whole CRT vs HDMI debate, I'm happy with my setup but it's all up to you :) I don't use CRT'S so I'm not the right person to make that choice with :)
I have never used retro access so unfortunately I don't know but, the RGC cable is a high quality PS2 RGB Scart cable so its definitely recommended if you want a great picture for the PlayStation 2 :)
That is correct & it can be used on all PlayStation consoles up to PS3 :) It holds up well despite what I was told although I'll always recommend the Sync On Luma cable ^^
That's right, I mention that in the video :) But despite that, the Sony Official cable holds up well & isn't the disaster I was told xD But maybe I got lucky, I'm glad I own the cable, its rare now xD
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Yeah its a pretty cool collectors item! Ive got a NOS playstation 1 with box. The box has seen better days but the console works well!
@The Affro Show 🤣🤣🤣 yep I honestly want to blame it on my sister because I don't remember doing it or why I would I played it everyday and would bring my memory card over to my friends it was a great system
I don't see any difference other than the screen adjusting shape. I usually notice a difference if I look at a grid, or pattern, but I didn't notice anything.
Ah that's just bad editing on my part lol, both screens were the same shape xD The higher resolution footage does show a difference albeit minor although 1080i did show a fair difference in image sharpness:)
Hmmmm I never noticed that xD I still agree overall the differences are subtle but at higher resolutions the Sony Official cable does fall behind in image sharpness:)
Could it possibly have anything to do with two sets of capacitors in series. There are capacitors inside the PS2 which is why the RGC (or any other cable) won't have them. The PS1 did not have these capacitors internally, so they are in the cable as expected. Find it odd that Sony went this route but makes sense when you think about it.
@@nobodytonobodysbusinessthat's probably the case although it would be fair if he compared the official PS1 SCART cable and the official PS2 SCART cable to the Retro Gaming Cables ones
En las resoluciones bajas no noté diferencia, quizá en el oficial se veía un poco más brillante. Pero en 1080i ya se nota que el cable RGC se ve más nitida la imagen.
There is a difference at 480p & definitely 1080i but it can be hard to spot without a big display & make sure you hit 4K on the video once its available as the video might still be processing at this time :)
Ah the low resolution might be the difference as I showed that & higher resolutions which did see some differences to image clarity and sharpness although still not a drastic difference:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay honestly I expected clearly visible dim issues at least :)) but no... I have no patience to play on flatscreen, ossc, hacking gsm and so highres I don't really care about (especially since most of my games are pal releases...)
All my games are PAL releases lol, I'm from the UK xD But fair enough, I always say play how you feel is best but I personally love my 4K display so it's nice to get this level of quality on it :)
Yeah 480p was only slightly better on the RGC & I had to really zoom in xD 1080i was definitely more noticeable but because that's due to a softmod most won't see that :)
Here's my last Affro's Curiosities episode before I take a months break!
Thank you for continuing to support me & hope this video was worth the wait!
Fun fact, if you need to pull YPbPr component from a PS2 and you use RGB SCART, you can do so without swapping the cables. SCART will carry YPbPr. All you need is a SCART amplifier and an inexpensive SCART to component adapter. Send one output to your SCART input and the other to your component input - no need to swap the cables out. The OSSC will even support YPbPr through its SCART input.
That's pretty interesting ^^ While I have no need for it, it could come in handy one day ^^
Even with binoculars sitting right in front of the screen its very hard to notice any difference at all... and even then it can be pretty much a matter of taste as to which is "better".
I bought a couple of ps2's a few months back and have bought a ton of games, but haven't got around to hooking it up yet lol. What a great console the ps2 was, such an impressive library of games and they still look amazing !
I recommend re watching once TH-cam finally processes this in 4K lol xD
Even then, you may still find the differences hard to spot but in both 480p & especially 1080i its there :) Just shows you how good the scart cables are :)
I love the PS2, loved it as a kid & I love it even more now! Get free mcboot with GS mode selector and it can be incredible ^^
@@TheAffroShowGameplayHello friend, what an amazing video you have provided us. The best I've seen by far, out of countless of videos I have seen. Just one question, what TV did you use to get these incredible images? I hooked up my PS2 to a 4:3 Dell 2007fpb monitor using PS2 Component cables→gbs-converter →VGA but I can't get around a dull, blur looking signal every time :/. I can only achieve crisp, cristal clear signal as you have on my PS1, & PS2 games by using the same set up I mentioned above, but through my PS3.
None the less- what I really want to achieve, is to get the same great, amazing, beautiful signal directly from my PS2, as you did. Thanks, I appreciate any inputs, or suggestions that you may have.
PS:
The PS2, on my Sony Trinitron CRT tv through Component cables, already looks stunning. But, my main goal is to get the same image quality, or at least as much as possible, using my Dell 4:3 LCD monitor(:
@MagiX19 I personally used the OSSC device as you will see in the video itself & the video description :)
I used a Samsung 4K display although what you are seeing wasn't on the TV as it was captured by the Elgato HD60s Plus but the TV footage is similar:)
I also use high quality component or Scart cables & I use the line multiplier of the OSSC, again shown in the video:)
I just got the original PS1 cable and everything is suddenly so much sharper. After snooping around for a bit I found for around $20 which in my case is a lot cheaper than the RGC. That one would have cost me $70 including shipping, handling and import taxes. Good to see the built in capacitors don't interfere with the signal in any significant way. Great video as always!
I'm glad you found a great RGB cable & it is definitely the best picture you'll get :) (Component also would be the same)
Thank you for the comment:)
Was it the blaze one?
is the ps1 rgb scart cable compatible with the ps2?
@tabs7samsung417 Yes, it works, I use it all the time with my PS2 :)
Every time you switched to the Sony I thought it looked good and then couldn't tell a thing side by side. Either way it seems your conclusion is correct and buying a recent one from someone as good as RGC is probably just the best option.
With you on the intro though, sitting here watching the video and owning... too many... consoles. There's only one I could touch without moving and it's my OG PS2.
You can tell a difference in 1080i when forced with Free Mcboot as I showed in the video but yes, even so it's hard to tell the two cables apart xD But yes the RGC cable is the one you want if you want a new Scart cable ^^
Yes!! PS2 for life, it's nearly as old as me now aha xD
Just ordered several RGB Scart cables from this shop, can't wait to get them!
I've had several from the company and each cable has been excellent!
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Sounds good, I have ordered cables for the PS1, PS2, Mega Drive and Saturn :)
I have all of those & all were fantastic:D You'll be happy :)
I have been eyeing the RGC PlayStation 2 RGB SCART cable for a while now and I like the fact that RGC also offers one with a GunCon port, while the official one will need an adapter to use it like come on Sony you could have at least provided an RGB SCART cable with the GunCon port like how Nintendo made the Wii Motion Plus adapter for the Wii Remotes and then making the Wii Remote Plus, I am glad that RGC and Retro Access provided these solutions for the Light Gun fans
Yes it is great you can experience light gun games with these custom cables via RGB SCART & you'll enjoy it!
@@TheAffroShowGameplay you should compare the Sync-on-Luma cable the CSYNC one
@smasherjosh5000 Both are the same quality to be honest, there's no point as the cable will just depend on which one your setup supports :)
They are both very high quality:)
I just received my RGB Scary cable from Resurrection Industries and good lawd are my games super crisp like your games are in this video!
I'm glad you like it! RGB Scart cables are just fantastic for image quality improvements ^^
You are a great recent discovery 💎 The Sony official cable looks stellar for me, also for Ps2 games
Thank you, I try to do my best especially with PS2 content 😁
Silly question that may have already been addressed but.. what type of TV are these scart cables running off? CRT? LCD? Etc.. am curious as I have an SD crt and have rigged an HDMi downscale for 480i over scart and noticed the retro tink will output 1080i on scart. Am reluctant to try for fear of damage to the CRT if not supported.
They are running into the OSSC upscaler which then uses HDMI to display a signal into my LCD 4K television:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Thank you for taking the time to read and respond so quickly. Keep up the great content, seeing your video has made want to dive into my PS2 collection this evening 😀
That's the power of technology aha :)
Do it, the PS2 is amazing :D
I have received the PlayStation 2 RGB SCART GunCon CSYNC cable this afternoon, alongside a GameCube CSYNC Cable and 2 male to male SCART leads for a SCART splitter I have ordered on eBay. Gotta say the jump in quality from Composite to RGB SCART is fantastic plus one of my CRTs doesn't support NTSC which RGB SCART overrides allowing me to enjoy PlayStation 2 games in fantastic quality
A lot of people don't realise how much better great proper RGB SCART Cables are for retro gaming :)
When you do, it really makes a huge difference to the video output & I'm glad the Cable has met your expectations:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplayI will have to say if you are wanting to watch your DVDs via RGB SCART, get a DVD player
@smasherjosh5000 The PS2's DVD capabilities are basic at best, it was more functional rather than fantastic:) Worked for the year 2000 but quality was always going to be compromised :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay fair enough
@@TheAffroShowGameplay although I have heard homebrewing can resolve the issue
I have the Official one but its black not grey, does that mean it wont have the capacitors assuming its a PS2 accessory. I can't tell a quality difference either between the RGC, PS1 and PS2 cables on either a PS1 or PS2 console
I think as long as it's an official cable & of good quality, the differences should be minimal to non existent although I always say be on the safe side if possible:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay I like the Sony cables because they plug in easy to the AV multi out and feel secure, other brands never seem to get it right, even quality ones like RGC and Monster
Nice experiment and comparison. Do you know how the official ones wire or handle sync (sync on composite perhaps)? Also curious why you chose to use the official PS1 (SCPH-1052) instead of the PS2 (SCPH-10142) cable since you demonstrate with PS2 games and not PS1. Here's my take: I prefer the picture/graphics from the official ones as they are less washed out. However, when blowing up the image to 1080i, it is revealed sycn on luma / RGC cables are very slightly but noticeable sharper (i.e. more defined pixels). Still, I would argue the differences are not significantly different nor trivial--but subtle. Can't go wrong with either and I suppose it will all boil down to price and availability.
I think the Official Sony cable is Sync On Comosite :)
Because I couldn't find the PS2 version of the cable & these cables are rare & expensive now so it's not viable to buy them both, plus I wanted to know how much better the newer custom cable was :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Thing is, I've read ideally PS2 should use an SCART cable without the 220uf capacitor (which is inside the official PS1 but not the PS2 ones). What will be the effect of this immediately and in the long run is still beyond me but if you'd like to use the the same cable on both consoles, you should use an SCART equipped with 1000uf capacitors.
@@TheAffroShowGameplay if you can say me how know that, i can dissasemble (again) my unit (SCPH-10142) (adquired for 30€ in a local second hand market in my country :) )
Fun fact. SCPH-10142 needs a mod because the cable is fixed to 4:3 mode. the cable have a small circuit, with a step up 5v->12v chip (LTC1262) connected from the pin 10 in the AV-multi (througth the step-up) to pin 8 in the scart. needs retire one of the R220 near to the pin 8 and weld a cable from the +5v pad (purple cable) directly to the pin 8. and wala. 16:9 mode activated. the OEM PS1 scarts cables, SCPH-1050 (JP21 variant (my unit+conversor JP1-> scart)) and the rest of the world variant (SCPH-1050) the pin 8 (11 in JP21) is connected to +5v directlry (both unit have a little PCB with the RGB capacitors and some other stuff) (pin10 in the AV-multi) (see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCART pinout for the A:R mode)
Its a shame that SCART was never adopted here in North America.
It really seems like a proper viable alternative with results that appear to be on par with Component cables.
Thankfully, adapters exist that fix this issue..
Here in Europe, SCART was pretty much the top cable, even 1080i resolution was supported :)
Component & Scart in my eyes offer pretty much the same image quality although Component will do 1080p which is pretty nice with good cables :)
Otherwise just use whichever cable option is best for your setup :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay even RGB scart support 1080p i use it on PS3 and looks very good the same as HDMI
@@mandibiedermann2246 Hmmmm that's interesting because when I try that, it only gives me 576p or 576i in RGB on PS3, the 720p & 1080p modes are grayed out for me :/
@@TheAffroShowGameplay try a scart cable with 21 pins, the PS1 scart cable if i remember don't have 21 pins, maybe is that the problem, i have two RGB scart cables one is with no name the other is thrustmaster and both have 21 pins and suport 720p and 1080p
I tried both cables featured in this video & both had the same limitations:/ Maybe there's something else I'm missing?
I'll have to investigate further & see if I can get it to work! If I do, I'm definitely making a video about it!
The RGC one doesnt work in my Bang Olufson MX 7000 CRTV
I ordered an official one for 50 quid Im very curious if it works
Unfortunately I don't own a CRT so I couldn't tell you, hope it works for you :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay now i received it. Oh my god the picture is absolutly superb. Its unbelievable. I thank you so much. Realy purchased the cable because of you! Because I have read everywhere to buy it for ps3/ps2 usage. But seeing your video convinced me to give it a Shot! Im happy Everything works!
No issues & I'm glad you are enjoying the cable :D
There is definitively a difference, the unneeded capacitors end up making the image washed out on PS2 due to their increase in the RGB signals, thus pushing everything towards the white color making it look washed out.
It is hard to notice but yes, once 480p gets compared, the difference starts to really show, but even so in my opinion the difference wasn't massively especially as I had to zoom in to even show the difference but, this is why I recommend the third party PS2 SCART cable for PS2 use :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay the OEM scart cable for PS2 (SCPH-10142) not have that capacitors. the real VS should be that cable (SCPH-10142) and the RGC Sync to Luma AND CSYNC cable variants
I will say that the difference is far more noticeable in 1080i which with Guilty Gear X I thought was the best showcase of which was better which is the Sync-on-Luma cable and cannot help but agree with you that you should buy the RGC cable as better price but also better video quality, the Luma is the same sync from S-Video and Component
Don't forget though that this was forced with Free MCboot & not every game will work forcing a 1080i resolution:)
The difference is there yes but, at that high resolution, 95% of PS2 owners will never see that benefit:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplayfair enough. I bought the Retro Gaming Cables PlayStation 1 RGB SCART cable Wednesday night and I am expecting it today
I thought the maximum output that scart rgb can carry is 480i ?
It is actually 1080i as demonstrated here, at least for PS2 :)
I couldn't believe it either but it does work & even on PS3 it'll work up to 480p :)
Not sure how or why it works but, you don't need Component as long you have a device or monitor capable of RGsB :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay any scart cable for ps2 can do it or just the RGC scart ?
@ROX99 The Sony Official RGB SCART Cable supports it as shown in this video too :)
I'm not sure about cheaper non branded cables, I assume so but no matter the cable, you need an upscaler or display that supports RGsB otherwise 480p & above resolutions won't display when using RGB SCART :)
Is the PS2 RGB ready out of the box or do you have to modd it?
It's ready out of the box, no modifications required, it works on TV's that support Scart as well if you wish to use it that way :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay that is absolutely great news. I’m currently looking into getting into PS2. Cause I’m a RGB guy.
Thank you Affro. Really awesome video.
RGB or component is definitely the way to go on PS2 :) No problem, enjoy it when you get a hold of it!
I have both these cables and I have to say its obvious that tgd build quality of the Sony cable is far superior.
It might be but, the RGC cables are very good & are easily recommended as the official Sony RGB cables are way too expensive today :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay they are a good price, the performance is good , but I have had mine break. Think the pins bent inside
@goodall1bay Ah that's unfortunate, I would recommend though despite that, the quality cannot be matched & spending more is a bit silly unless you really want the strongest RGB cables!
@@TheAffroShowGameplay yeah I agree, I still might buy sega cables from RGC.
This is the exact video I was looking for after buying a minter of a PS2 and a SONY Trinitron this evening. I had forgotten that the composite cable SCART was black and white! Then choked when I saw the chancers on eBay flogging the original RGB SCART lead for £140!! So saw thiS £20 LUMA cable and wondered what it was like. You answered my question. LUMA cable it is!
No worries & glad you found the answer you was looking for with this video :)
Which is one is better for full screen?
The video shows you & I tested games in 16:9 as to answer your question:]
@@TheAffroShowGameplay can 720p work then?
@inderjeetuppal6462 This was not native, it was forced by Free MCBoot & not every game works in 720p :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay ????
In the video, some games were played at 720p but forced to that resolution using Free MCBoot:)
Tell me please why ps3 doesn't support 1080i on scart?
Sadly I wish I knew, someone told me it was possible but nothing I tried ever let me enable anything past 576p which is annoying when the same cable let me do 1080i via the PS2 via GSM xD
@@TheAffroShowGameplay well pal version ps3 only supports 576i with scart RGB. Maybe ntsc has 576p. Well i wanna see picture with my psone on CRT and compare with my old unofficial scart RGB. Also wanna see ps3 picture on CRT :)
My PS3 is a PAL model & it does support 576p via Scart as shown in the video :)
(Edit I'm an idiot, the video where this is shown is not this one xD)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay hm, i tell with my friend and he also said it doesn't support 576p. Maybe ur black pal ps3 is not pal?))) And my white ps3 is a truly pal ))) Or maybe my led TV has problem but i don't think so.
Nope my PS3 is definitely a PAL model, it's because your TV, display or upscaler needs to support Sync On Green for it to work :)
My video on the Official Sony RGB Scart cable for PS1, PS2 & PS3 shows this off & I even had the resolution screen shown too :)
What tv are you using please
It's a Samsung 4K UHD Smart TV :)
Not bad at all :)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay with a scart cable on modern tvs for the ps2. Do you do think getting a crt tv is not worth it for that supposed "extra picture quality"
I'm using the OSSC to get picture to the TV :)
It's up to you, I'm not fussed on this whole CRT vs HDMI debate, I'm happy with my setup but it's all up to you :) I don't use CRT'S so I'm not the right person to make that choice with :)
@@Tagvillainythe PlayStation 2 looks definitely the best on a CRT, nothing compares 👍
How do the RGC cables compare to Retro Access?
I have never used retro access so unfortunately I don't know but, the RGC cable is a high quality PS2 RGB Scart cable so its definitely recommended if you want a great picture for the PlayStation 2 :)
Raccess is better than nowadays RGC
The official sony cable looks like it was made for ps1 not ps2, the specs for each system are slightly different. You can still use it though.
That is correct & it can be used on all PlayStation consoles up to PS3 :)
It holds up well despite what I was told although I'll always recommend the Sync On Luma cable ^^
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Yeah did some research to refresh my memory the ps1 scart cables have 220uf Capacitors in them the ps2 scart cables dont 👍
That's right, I mention that in the video :)
But despite that, the Sony Official cable holds up well & isn't the disaster I was told xD
But maybe I got lucky, I'm glad I own the cable, its rare now xD
@@TheAffroShowGameplay Yeah its a pretty cool collectors item! Ive got a NOS playstation 1 with box. The box has seen better days but the console works well!
Wow that is fantastic 😀 I love those rare or collectible items ^^
My PS1 is modded but yours sounds way more impressive 😂
I managed to get chocolate or some kind of brown stuff in my ryw cable spot when I was little it still worked tho🤣🤣🤣
Sometimes it's miracle when technology still works despite us trashing it xD
@The Affro Show 🤣🤣🤣 yep I honestly want to blame it on my sister because I don't remember doing it or why I would I played it everyday and would bring my memory card over to my friends it was a great system
I don't see any difference other than the screen adjusting shape.
I usually notice a difference if I look at a grid, or pattern, but I didn't notice anything.
Ah that's just bad editing on my part lol, both screens were the same shape xD
The higher resolution footage does show a difference albeit minor although 1080i did show a fair difference in image sharpness:)
Please tell me which one looks better
The Cable quality should be the same if not similar, Retro Access is simply the US version of what RGC is (RGC is a UK based company)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay but which one looks better, RGC or the Sony cable?
@@MichaelM28 The RGC cable looks better if you needed a clear cut answer:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay thanks
The official sony cable gives off a slightly brighter image.
Hmmmm I never noticed that xD
I still agree overall the differences are subtle but at higher resolutions the Sony Official cable does fall behind in image sharpness:)
Could it possibly have anything to do with two sets of capacitors in series. There are capacitors inside the PS2 which is why the RGC (or any other cable) won't have them. The PS1 did not have these capacitors internally, so they are in the cable as expected.
Find it odd that Sony went this route but makes sense when you think about it.
@@nobodytonobodysbusinessthat's probably the case although it would be fair if he compared the official PS1 SCART cable and the official PS2 SCART cable to the Retro Gaming Cables ones
En las resoluciones bajas no noté diferencia, quizá en el oficial se veía un poco más brillante. Pero en 1080i ya se nota que el cable RGC se ve más nitida la imagen.
Sorry mate, I only speak in English, could you possibly translate for me? :)
I honestly didn't see any difference.
There is a difference at 480p & definitely 1080i but it can be hard to spot without a big display & make sure you hit 4K on the video once its available as the video might still be processing at this time :)
me neither :) I also use a ps1 cable with even the ps3, cant tell the difderence on my crts... (480i all the way)
Ah the low resolution might be the difference as I showed that & higher resolutions which did see some differences to image clarity and sharpness although still not a drastic difference:)
@@TheAffroShowGameplay honestly I expected clearly visible dim issues at least :)) but no... I have no patience to play on flatscreen, ossc, hacking gsm and so highres I don't really care about (especially since most of my games are pal releases...)
All my games are PAL releases lol, I'm from the UK xD
But fair enough, I always say play how you feel is best but I personally love my 4K display so it's nice to get this level of quality on it :)
Shit, both look amazing.... Tfw broke asf
Good quality RGB will always look & sound good :)
On video, can't tell a difference. Looks about the same.
Yeah 480p was only slightly better on the RGC & I had to really zoom in xD
1080i was definitely more noticeable but because that's due to a softmod most won't see that :)