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Jayy18 - Dec 7, 2004

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		Jayy18		Dec 7, 2004
			I'm looking to get a Sega CD sometime soon and I was wondering which I should get. I know the CDX is quite a bit more than the top loading Sega CD but is it better? Does the CDX have known problems? Any help is appreciated.

		genisus man		Dec 7, 2004
			i dont know i am thinking the same thing...where can u get one

		Jayy18		Dec 7, 2004
			I'm just gonna go with Ebay. I just want the most reliable system. I forgot to add the X' Eye. From what I have read it seems like the best bet is to just go with the Sega CD 2.

		it290		Dec 7, 2004
			In my opinion, the Model 1 Sega CD is the most reliable of the bunch, not counting the likes of the X'eye, which I don't have any experience with. The Model 1 is definitely more solid than the Model 2 or CDX, though.

		Pearl Jammzz		Dec 7, 2004
			the CDX had heating problems if you use the 32x I have heard. Other than that I think it's pretty much equal. The Model1 is the most solid...I don't know about reliable (know lots of people where the cd drive goes out)

		lordofduct		Dec 7, 2004
			Model 1 rocks Model 2 big and cumbersome CDX - i would not advise using it for the 32X and I here it has problems with some games... never tested that for myself though.

		yourmaster		Dec 7, 2004
			I would go with the CDX. I've had the model 1 before and sold it. To me, it seemed like the CD tray caused the discs to get scratched after extensive playing. I like the CDX because the CDs don't have to lay on a cd tray and spin. And the CDX saves lots of space and uses less electricity since it doesn't need two power adapters like a Sega Genesis with a Model 1 or Model 2 SEGA CD sytem. And try playing a Model 1 or 2 Sega CD system in your car with a portable monitor. I've had no problem with any of the major title CD or cartridge games running on the CDX. I don't use a 32X, so no overheating problems for me. But everyone has their preference, so take the comments made here and decide which is best for you.

		it290		Dec 7, 2004
			'Solid' meaning 'well made and durable', not literally solid. I just say that because the model 2 feels flimsy in comparison. The CDX is a nice unit, but you end up paying a premium for the same functionality that you get with a Gen+Sega CD. Also, I have never experienced the scratching problem that you speak of.

		E Nice		Dec 8, 2004
			The CDX has some Sega CD game incompatibilities doesn't it? I thought I read that it has trouble playing Terminator and/or Jurassic Park cd games.

		Jayy18		Dec 8, 2004
			How about the X' Eye...I was looking to stay with Sega brand but if it's the best of the lot I would consider it.

yourmaster

Dec 8, 2004

	
	
		
		
			Originally posted by E Nice@Wed, 2004-12-08 @ 05:54 PM



The CDX has some Sega CD game incompatibilities doesn't it? I thought I read that it has trouble playing Terminator and/or Jurassic Park cd games.



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I haven't heard about that, but I don't hear people saying Terminator or Jurassic Park are fun games to play either.

		it290		Dec 8, 2004
			Terminator is a pretty good game. I can't speak for Jurassic Park, though.

		yourmaster		Dec 8, 2004
			This link talks about the features of each Sega CD system: http://www.classicgaming.com/museum/faqs/segacdfaq...

		E Nice		Dec 8, 2004
			According to that listthe following Sega CD games don't work with the CDX: Jurassic Park Radical Rex Terminator Who Shot Johnny Rock

		yourmaster		Dec 9, 2004
			Yeah, but those games aren't really anything you'll be playing often and aren't worth the time (to me).. The compact size of the Genesis CDX is best for me. It just takes up less space and I really only need it to play Snatcher and Ninja Warriors.

		Rynex		Dec 19, 2004
			I had an X'Eye and it never game me any problems (except that I couldn't use it with my 32x) plus it looks hella cool. I think I've read somewhere that the CDX has slower load times (1x speed as opposed to the 2x model 1 + 2... but I may be wrong). Personally I'd grab the X'Eye for rarity's sake.

		RocketFast321		Dec 21, 2004
			i thought all sega cd(s) where 1x

		schi0249		Dec 21, 2004
			I have the CDX and have had no problems with it. It rocks, and only uses a single power supply.

		Jayy18		Dec 29, 2004
			Thanks for all the help everyone. I went with the CDX and I love it.

		yourmaster		Jan 1, 2005
			Excellent choice! :agree

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