Looking into getting a supergun. Just wondering what the supergun owners like...
Just want it to play some of my favorite boards on a pvm/monitor. Thanks all!
Just want it to play some of my favorite boards on a pvm/monitor. Thanks all!
Superguns
- Thread starter CharlieBronson
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I have a handful of superguns. I like the Japanese retail units the most, but really anything is fine. I have some cheap bare bones units that work fine as well. You can spend as much as you want to on a supergun. My Japanese ones are in the $300-$450 range whereas the bare bones ones are $50 for the PCB and then you need to get controllers, computer speakers, power supply and video cords.
Feel free to PM me if you are interested in a bare bones one. I have an extra.
Feel free to PM me if you are interested in a bare bones one. I have an extra.
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sent ya a PM
FullmetalHeart
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Nice man! Thats probably above my pay grade unfortunately
Quick and easy ones ->
VectorLabs unit
https://www.highscoresaves.com/vector-labs-jamma-pcb-quick-test.html
I have a Euro one (Supergun ProGamer RetroelectroniK Arcade Jamma - autofire,voltmeter included) off of Ebay for testing only on my workbench ->
VectorLabs unit
https://www.highscoresaves.com/vector-labs-jamma-pcb-quick-test.html
I have a Euro one (Supergun ProGamer RetroelectroniK Arcade Jamma - autofire,voltmeter included) off of Ebay for testing only on my workbench ->
runawayabc123
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Superguns are nothing but a gateway drug to owning cabs.
Ask me how I know.
I would recommend one that has a dedicated place to put the PCB so it is somewhat protected.
I was always afraid a careless visitor would spill or drop something.
Also, the effort to get it out and setup and the PCB was too high that for spur of the moment gaming, it just didn't happen. So, easy setup should be key.
JoeAwesome
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Most of the bare PCB ones are utilitarian: they work, but look ugly with lots of wires and the PCB itself exposed. Some even have parts issues that leave me wary.
The Japanese ones, on the other hand, range from nice to beautiful. I use a Sigma Raijin, and I love it. There are very nice enclosures for some of these, but the main downsides besides price are the button layouts are set and the looms are "proprietary."
I would recommend the HAS v3 supergun if you want affordable and with lots of features. The modular set up is very nice, and there's lots of options depending on what you're looking for (multiple video outputs, 3p/4p support, etc.).
The Japanese ones, on the other hand, range from nice to beautiful. I use a Sigma Raijin, and I love it. There are very nice enclosures for some of these, but the main downsides besides price are the button layouts are set and the looms are "proprietary."
I would recommend the HAS v3 supergun if you want affordable and with lots of features. The modular set up is very nice, and there's lots of options depending on what you're looking for (multiple video outputs, 3p/4p support, etc.).
I am the owner of and a big fan of RGB's Home Arcade System (HAS).
More info can be found here:
https://www.arcade-projects.com/for...ome-arcade-system-new-supergun-sets/&pageNo=1
RGB is on version 3.1 of HAS which is unique in that he is constantly refining his SG to make it better. Something that cannot be said of others on the market.
More info can be found here:
https://www.arcade-projects.com/for...ome-arcade-system-new-supergun-sets/&pageNo=1
RGB is on version 3.1 of HAS which is unique in that he is constantly refining his SG to make it better. Something that cannot be said of others on the market.
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Thanks!
Really appreciate the responses guys, thank you! Lots to look into
Really appreciate the responses guys, thank you! Lots to look into
FullmetalHeart
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TheButcherJB
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If you want to see I made a video series on how I made my supergun. It's a beast!
Part 1 - https://youtu.be/d8XXFo2C2bM
Part 2 - https://youtu.be/LFULdXG7qNQ
Part 3 - https://youtu.be/1BNcgmpKWMw
Part 1 - https://youtu.be/d8XXFo2C2bM
Part 2 - https://youtu.be/LFULdXG7qNQ
Part 3 - https://youtu.be/1BNcgmpKWMw
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I'll check it out, thanks Butcher
XtraSmiley
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Another vote for HAS, but the wait list is long. It's the best SG for compatibility and protection of your boards.
if you can't wait, this one has a LOT of promise as well:
https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/5942-sentinel-supergun-prototype/
Do NOT buy the cheap Chinese or French/Euro ones. They are generally crap.
if you can't wait, this one has a LOT of promise as well:
https://www.arcade-projects.com/forums/index.php?thread/5942-sentinel-supergun-prototype/
Do NOT buy the cheap Chinese or French/Euro ones. They are generally crap.
And One
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Does anyone know if the Windy City superguns are any good?
JoeAwesome
Active member
I haven't tried them, personally, but the maker is very reputable and I've heard from others the quality is well worth the price. If you're not going for the Japanese ones (Sigma, mostly), then the highest quality custom ones are likely JNX, Windy, and Jasen's.
And One
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I think Jasen isn't making them anymore if I'm right? I looked into those one's first.
Do you have any brand names you'd recommend?
I have a few superguns. I haven't tried any other ones than the ones I currently own, but I know that I want a Sigma Raijin, a Sigma AV7000, and a Sega Boardmaster to add to my collection. Of the ones I own, all of them work great. The Japanese control boxes are awesome. They look cool. They are very sturdy and built like an arcade machine. They have real Japanese arcade parts installed so they play great as well. I have an SVG-8 which has 3 buttons per player and only outputs RGB. I take it to the Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown in Denver every year for people to play and I have never had an issue with it before. It definitely gets the most use of all my superguns. I also have a Pana Custom Long. It has 6 buttons per player and outputs composite, s-video, and RGB video.
My barebones superguns work as good as the parts you use with them. I made adapters to use an arcade switching power supply with the 20 pin ATX PSU connector. PC power supplies don't let you adjust your +5v like a real arcade PSU. I use Brooks Super Converters PS3/PS4 to NEO GEO controller adapters to play the Vogatek Arcade Superguns for the MK IV and MKV. MKII and MKIII are direct wired for arcade sticks. The MKI uses 3 button Sega Genesis controllers. MK I, III, and IV use RGB Scart video. MK II and MKV have composite and s-Video outputs, but no RGB.
I would recommend any of the ones I own. They have all worked great for me. I have sold 3 or 4 of the Vogatek superguns over the years and I have not heard any complaints from the people who bought them.
Here are some pictures of my superguns...
SVG-8:
Pana Custom Long:
Vogatek Arcade Supergun MK 1-5:
