{"product_id":"sega-dreamcast-reconditioned-gdemu-pixelfx-hdmi-bundle","title":"Sega Dreamcast — GDEMu 5.20, PixelFX DC Digital v2 HDMI, Fully Recapped \u0026 Rebuilt Bundle","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Sega Dreamcast was ahead of its time in 1999 — and this one has been completely rebuilt to prove it. Every known failure point has been addressed, every cap replaced, and a full digital HDMI output has been installed. This isn't a cleaned-up old console. This is a Dreamcast that will outlast every stock unit still out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEvery build at Altered Retro is torn down, inspected, and rebuilt to our standard. If it doesn't pass, it doesn't ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we've done to this Dreamcast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFull motherboard recap with Console5 caps and correct audio caps — eliminates the audio degradation and instability that kills aging Dreamcasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRecapped the power supply and removed the 12v rail — reduces heat and extends the life of the board significantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUpgraded the controller board battery slot for CR2032 batteries (removable) — recapped the board and swapped the resistor for a self-healing design to prevent controller short circuit damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUpgraded to a Noctua fan — runs whisper-quiet and significantly cooler than the stock fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstalled and tested a GDEMu 5.20 with heatsinks — play your entire Dreamcast library from an SD card, no optical drive wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstalled a custom SD card slot with button for game resets — clean, flush-mounted, accessible without opening the console\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstalled a PixelFX DC Digital v2 Shiny Edition — true digital HDMI output, no analog conversion, no signal loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAll new thermal pads installed throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCleaned and polished the shell — minor nicks and light surface scratches consistent with a 25-year-old system, no cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell condition: Good\u003c\/strong\u003e The shell has been cleaned and polished. Small nicks and light surface scratches are present consistent with age — no cracks, no structural damage. All photos are of the actual unit you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRebuilt Sega Dreamcast with GDEMu 5.20 and PixelFX DC Digital v2 HDMI output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNew polarized power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e5ft HDMI to mini-HDMI cable — plug straight into your TV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSega Dreamcast VMU — fully reconditioned, cleaned, with 2x new CR2032 batteries installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOEM Sega Dreamcast controller — recapped, tested fully working, cleaned (cosmetic condition not guaranteed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSega OEM HKT-7900 AV cable (included as backup)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust plug in and play.\u003c\/strong\u003e Load your games to an SD card and you're done — no discs, no drive noise, no laser failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-Year Parts \u0026amp; Labor Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e Every console we sell is covered for one full year. If anything fails — hardware, a mod, anything we touched — we fix it or replace it, parts and labor included. No hoops, no hassle. We stand behind our work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEvery unit is tested before it ships. If you have any questions about SD card setup or game compatibility, reach out — we're happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altered Retro Video Game Consoles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51072602702122,"sku":null,"price":519.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/9287\/8122\/files\/IMG_2006.jpg?v=1769031753","url":"https:\/\/alteredretro.com\/products\/sega-dreamcast-reconditioned-gdemu-pixelfx-hdmi-bundle","provider":"Altered Retro Video Game Consoles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}