parityclaws Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 I am in the process of planning a vewlix clone build. It will be a 2P cabinet and I have decided to go with a 32" screen. Because of space constraints and potential regular moving a CRT is out and I will be using a LCD. This cab will be primarily used for mame and PC fighting games (e.g. SF, MK etc). Reading around a number of people have suggested to use a 4K screen to make the most of HLSL shaders and also one with G-sync or Freesync. Now I am not made of money and there are only 2 options that fit those features, where I live there is a Samsung (for around $1300AUD) otherwise I would need to import an Acer Predator (about $2000). Now I really don't want to spend that much money. My other and probably more sensible option is to buy a Sony LCD HDTV (around $550 new, cheaper second hand) which reportedly has pretty low input lag/response time. Taking into consideration, that money is a consideration here, i the last option the best? What are the pro's/con's of going with a 32" LCD HDTV? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYS64738 Posted February 27, 2016 Share Posted February 27, 2016 That is going to be one INCREDIBLE cab! Be sure to post pics as your go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Circo Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 I would just stick with 1080p for a cab, gsync ect is all kinds of overkill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parityclaws Posted February 28, 2016 Author Share Posted February 28, 2016 Thanks I needed to hear that , I really don't want to spend so much money on a screen unless it's necessary. Can always upgrade in a few years if need be for a much more affordable price. And I will start a thread with pics once I make a real start sometime in the next few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYS64738 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Maybe all these build threads will help me finally do my OWN build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parityclaws Posted March 1, 2016 Author Share Posted March 1, 2016 I am doing lots of research. I am still not 100% sold on a Vewlix, I wouldn't mind adding spinners, a trackball and maybe some light guns, which would look out of place on a Vewlix, decisions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYS64738 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I've been reading on light guns as well. Oddly enough, it was my wife who mentioned she loved playing the shooting games back in the day! Sometimes you just get lucky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parityclaws Posted March 9, 2016 Author Share Posted March 9, 2016 Ha, it was my gf that mentioned it to me, she said she used to love playing Time Crisis, so, light guns are in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talbin Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 I would also advise against gsync or freesync monitors. I think the technology still needs to stabilize and we need more support in emulators first. I've read a lot of threads where people still have issues with input lag or tearing. I use the GPU hard sync feature in retroarch to deal with that. Works like a charm for input lag, which is really important on fighters, and I don't get an screen tearing or audio issues. It also has a feature that syncs your games refresh directly to your monitor by analyzing its capabilities. When you are all setup let me know if you want any help with doing that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parityclaws Posted March 10, 2016 Author Share Posted March 10, 2016 Thanks Talbin, I will keep it in mind, so much planning still to go, still have to decide on cab, was originally going to be a Vewlix clone but looking at stand ups now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talbin Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 I put up some pics of a defender cabinet that my cousin and I worked on in the gallery. We spent a year doing it since we aren't the most skilled at restoring cabinets but we learned a lot during the way. What made you shy away from the Vewlix? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parityclaws Posted March 12, 2016 Author Share Posted March 12, 2016 Love the defender cab, top work. The reason I am thinking of something else than the Vewlix is I am chasing the difficult ask of making an all-in-one cab. I want something that will be 2P, have trackball and spinner and also light guns, so the Vewlix is out simply because I need something good for standing up. I don't really have the room for 2 cabs so I need to make do with one, still looking at different plans etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badflame Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 For great sizes, I think that the better option is a arcade table connected to the TV. Something like this: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talbin Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Wow that is an awesome setup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helmgar Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 Love this idea. It would allow me to use as more of a HTPC as opposed to an arcade cabinet which doesn't lend it self to TV viewing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badflame Posted March 16, 2016 Share Posted March 16, 2016 I'm working now in my own table arcade. I will post pictures when finished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SavageMind Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 On 3/14/2016 at 7:27 PM, badflame said: For great sizes, I think that the better option is a arcade table connected to the TV. Something like this: Wow, I am so unworthy...lol. You have set a goal for me. Beautiful set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooterer Posted May 3, 2016 Share Posted May 3, 2016 Really gorgeous set up! So glad I went 32 LED tv myself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette4evr Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 I actually had never heard of the vewlix cabinets until this post. I tried to build a cab years ago but built it for a CRT TV instead of an LCD monitor. At the time I seem to remember that light guns wouldn't work with LCD displays, but maybe things have changed. Anyway, the pics posted of the setup are really cool. I never thought of just mounting the TV to the wall. It's a great idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecb116 Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 On 3/14/2016 at 2:27 AM, badflame said: For great sizes, I think that the better option is a arcade table connected to the TV. Something like this: Now that is impressive...but I am an old fashioned guy and I prefer retro arcade cabinets for the full exprerience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toaks Posted September 3, 2016 Share Posted September 3, 2016 That is an awesome set up! I think I might go with something like that for my first build if I ever have the cash for it!! Then possibly make a traditional stand up after that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeK005 Posted September 3, 2016 Share Posted September 3, 2016 On 13/3/2016 at 9:27 PM, badflame said: For great sizes, I think that the better option is a arcade table connected to the TV. Something like this: awesome, i like it soooooooo much but.... im old schoolish guy and i love greats cabinets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xen1290 Posted September 3, 2016 Share Posted September 3, 2016 On 14/3/2016 at 1:27 AM, badflame said: For great sizes, I think that the better option is a arcade table connected to the TV. Something like this: Wow! I will do this thing or similar when I'll be moving to my new home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMJohn0X Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 very minimalistic yet sleek. i love that it reminds me of a viewlix cab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crmlabs Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 On 13/03/2016 at 9:27 PM, badflame said: For great sizes, I think that the better option is a arcade table connected to the TV. Something like this: You rules! This room configuration is perfect for what I need. What frontend are you using? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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