Chimeric (Best) OG Xbox HDMI Adapter Review - Adam Koralik
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- Опубліковано 2 лип 2024
- It's Adam Koralik here and today we're checking out the original Xbox HDMI adapter by Chimeric Systems. It takes the original digital component signal and converts it to HDMI. Unlike many alternatives by Pound, Hyperkin, Kaico, and more, it actually does this...correctly.
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Thanks for the great review! For the record, I'm a one man shop, I dont purposely limit my sales, This was started as a side business and I hadnt planned on things going so well! That and COVID has made things go even slower. I'm working on increasing production, but I havent been able to get anyone to make cables to my specs, its one of the reasons my stock is so limited, I'm not willing to go with a crap cable. ( I am Chimeric Systems)
I don't think I ever suggested you did it intentionally, though I assume that's a response to some of the comments.
Regardless, thanks for your efforts.
@@AdamKoralik yes, I just meant that as a response to other comments.
Aaron Van Tassle keep up the great work 👍👍👍
For the love of god please let me buy one of these. At least take pre orders or start a waiting list or something. I’ll pay double for this thing. I’ve been trying to get one of these basically all year. I missed the last pre order somehow because I’m an idiot and I check the website like 3 times a week praying for some kind of update on another pre order.
@@AaronVanTassle let me buy one its october, fix your site it said September they'll be ready...but...
xbox series x is out
me: still playing on the original xbox
Constant internet connection killed new consoles for me
@@nowwaynamenit new consoles can still be enjoyable, but yeah, constant internet connection is like having a DRM for consoles
honestly i just got bored of the current state of gaming. i have a og xbox and ps2 that i got from selling my xbox one x.
ive never been happier when gaming
As much as I appreciate it, I‘m sick of all of these hobbyists creating great solutions in limited quantities. Can anyone with a bit of business knowledge step in and help these guys out?
The market for such devices likely isn’t large enough for an affordable high quality solution from a quality company.
@@thelanecampbell exactly. As big as retro gaming has become, people who really play a lot is extremely tiny and people that care about video quality is microscopic. Should really be counting ourselves lucky anything exists.
Just play it in a 32 inch TV from waltmart they look good
Relax Karen
@@sgq1512🤦🏾♂️🤡
Internet: Hey theres a sweet new HDMI retro thing for you from this one guy!
Also Internet 100% of the time: GFY preorders closed, wait at dawn pacific NW -3.15 time year 2035. First come first serve only making 6.
I have to admit I laughed.
@@AdamKoralik Omg I made up 6 the video hadnt finished!! LOLOLOL
Man I remember watching you when I was around 13 or so. I liked watching your retro game reviews as those consoles were all I could afford. Nice to know your still posting man and doing well. Cheers!
Welcome back.
I'm currently running the official HD AV pack through an OSSC and it looks absolutely amazing. It's always good to have new options on the market, though and even though I'm completely happy with my setup, I'm glad people now have a more affordable and high quality option.
I've been waiting awhile for this review lol
I currently use the HD AV pack on my 1.6b Xbox (that's the last version of the original Xbox), and my soundbar has a toslink port, so I can use the surround sound modes (in addition to Dolby Digital, the Xbox also supports DTS). Your videos convinced me to buy the AV pack three years ago.
Great video! I love mine! Also love the blue xbox, got one a few years ago, they are beautiful. Keep up the amazing work!!
Cinesmassacre, MetalJesusRocks, Scott the Woz, and now Adam Koralik, my favorite youtubers. Seriously man, there's something about this content that's easy to watch and interesting too, thanks for the videos man.
i JUST got through the waitlist and was able to purchase one today. im excited af to try this on my library.
Will have to keep my eye out for these in the future.
I got on the wait list in September 2021. My cable arrived November 12, 2022. This is an issue with suppliers not the manufacturer. Please keep up the good work Chimeric!!
Finally got my Chimeric adapter. It beats the absolute shit out of the Pound cable.
There was a set of just straight component cables from Microsoft as well, they're just as good as the HD pack. Just to clarify that there was another good component option
Yeah, those are great. Sadly they're even tougher to find than the other 2 options.
That’s what I use. It’s definitely even better than the cable I had that had Xbox 360, Xbox, and PS2 hookups that is pretty well shielded. And I use a component to HDMI adapter with it and it looks really good.
You mean these, right:
www.lukiegames.com/used-original-component-cable-xbox
@@VicariousReality Yes I have those as well they're excellent! Finally received my Chimeric HDMI paired it with an mClassic on a 65" OLED and holy crap, Burnout 3 looks like an early 360 game!
I have both versions of the Microsoft high definition av pack (component) and this chimeric hdmi blows them both out of the water!
Love the video like always. Been looking forward to you reviewing that. I got one and got lucky. I was disappointed bc it wouldn't work on my tv bc I have alot of systems hooked up with three splitters. But I bought a hdmi repeater and now it works with the mclassic and it looks amazing.
Also if you can't find the official component pack or the monster cables the xbox open source video project or make your own component cables.
Mr. Koralik has returned!
Perfectly timed video , great 👍 job was just needing alternative pound hdmi and monster components;)
Sweet and beautifully designed
1:35 So glad you addressed these weird regional quirks. Much appreciated
I have one of these. One note to add. The Pound HDMI cable needs the external power plugged in for optimal performance in some cases. The Chimeric HDMI does not since its all integrated into one cable. A very clean single wire solution.
Are these better pound ?
@@rustymixer2886 yes they are.
I own one
@@ZombeekDragmire awesome 👌 thx
@@ZombeekDragmire how you get it, says order in future
Just got mine in the mail paired it up to an mClassic on my 65" OLED playing Burnout 3...omg wow. Honestly looks like an early 360 game, so crisp and no jaggies etc. Amazing, worth every penny and the long wait!! Thank you Aaron :)
Aaron?
@@AdamKoralik The genius who made it :) I love you too Adam lol
OG Xbox: I'm as big as a cat
PS5: Hold my cat nip
Pioneer LaserActive: That's cute
Mine arrived today and I was blown away! Even looks better than the Microsoft brand component cables I was using! And since it's HDMI, instant game response can be turned on unlike the component input on my 4K LG
Picking up project Gotham racing (childhood favorite racing game) and was looking for the best video option and I knew you had a video on this haha glad I looked
I'm glad to have one of these since I'm a big audio guy. Having dolby digital support is a big deal to me.
Funny how I keep researching products and keep getting recomended to you by youtube. Love that you've reviewed every thing I've looked up so far like the eon gc hd and the mclassic. You should run a blog or some tutorials.
Ha, thanks. But that's basically what the videos are for.
And particular questions?
@@AdamKoralik honestly not at this time! Just wanted to say how helpful you've been in my purchases! I will definitely check out some more videos from you in your back category!
Sincerely appreciate the offer to answer questions :)
Finally got mine. Absolutely beautiful with the mclassic!!!
one small thing, the Monster cable does have those sound options if you have the adapter for it (look at the xbox connector on it, there is a toslink adapter jack) ..... but those are harder to find then the component cable themselves.... unless you get an after market one from Tony Kuberka. That said, Aaron Van Tassle's product is on point, best external option available.
Tony Kuberka also makes an excellent Monster style component cable also with the Toslink jack.
I started to reply with an HDMI switch... but deleted it when I saw someone found the same one and told you. I love that you reply even on old videos.
Great stuff! I still play my OG Xbox on my 480p/576p 16:9 Panasonic 36'' CRT from 2004 with official component cables (with optical audio mod). That seems the best way to play it, because there is no inherent lag, but the problem is that CRTs aren't produced anymore. I hope that some company will start to produce gaming CRT TVs and monitors.
Good video keep up with the good work I still have my full softmodd ogxbox
I have to see your setup with all those switch boxes. It'd be so entertaining
Hey Adam! That green Monster brand orig. Xbox component cable you showed in this looks a lot like a component cable I bought not too long for my orig. Xbox. I bought a Psyclone Essentials brand component orig. Xbox cable at a local Goodwill for like $5. I was hesitant about spending that much for a video game cable, but it's a really nice heavy duty cable! It's a really long cord too! When I hooked my orig. Xbox up with it, I tested 4 or 5 games with it, to see if I could tell a difference between that and just a regular AV cable. Halo Combat Evolved, I couldn't tell a difference. But then I popped in Metal Slug 3/ Metal Slug 4, and Capcom vs. SNK 2 EO, and I could see the sharpness of the pixels!!!! It looked great running those 2 games with that cable! I guess for pixelated games it shows better? Either way, I love that Psyclone Essentials component cable for orig. Xbox, and your Monster brand component cable made me think of it! Great, video, and great job! Keep it up!
Glad I found this. Thx.
Yes, Can’t wait to 👀 this.
I've been using the Component cable with the official HD AV pack and have never looked back.
I've got both the official AV pack and the official component cable from Microsoft, know about any differences?
Hey Adam I see your videos on this a lot and I keep forgetting to mention something; another way to get HD out of your Original Xbox in the modding community that I'm apart of, is to solder brand new Microsoft Xbox 360 component cables to the Original Xbox input. Kinda like giving a barbie a new head. And I've been using it and it's really good.
It's good to see the Xbox get some attention for modern displays.
I'm about to get one of these.
Edit: the Chimeric. I didn't start the vid before my comment. But now that I started, I'm also about to get one of these Blue Bell systems :).
I had been wanting to buy this adapter for a while now. But like you said they are hard to get. I ended pre-ordering the XboxHDMI because they were $20 off. They start shipping in a few days. I'm excited to see how a real digital output will look.
Passed up the monster component cables in the wild (by accident)
But have a Xbox branded set that's not the normal adapter. It has optical ( toslink) out still I'm happy with them for now
Really appreciate the vid as I still want a HDMI option!
I've been trying to get this for months and Its always out of stock, Preorder never work.
Very informative video, I enjoyed watching it.
That M classic setup with the HDMI switches sounded like a nightmare though, Guess I will stick with unplugging an HDMI cable for now.
Be careful, HDMI is great technology, but it breaks easily.
@@AdamKoralik Very True. Not something I do too often on the TV and I see plenty of videos of HDMI ports coming loose on PS4's etc.
Im using a DENON modern home theater receiver that has hdmi and component inputs. Got the original xbox hooked up via monster component cable and the receiver routes that signal through the hdmi output. The receiver also has like 8 hdmi inputs so it works best for my application.
Rather than using another mClassic to boost the HDMI signal, get yourself an HDMI repeater. They're cheap, and should do what you need.
Good idea.
@@AdamKoralik my defense is get Component Cables Better Quality with A Surround Sound System Receiver.
KyoshoLP thanks for the suggestion and the hdmi repeater worked great. Never would of thought of that.
@@richardfosterII7575 how did you know I said Better Quality and Component cables and a Surround Sound System Receiver.
I just wanted to come here and add that if you use certain 4k repeaters like an insignia nhz 341 you will also get the benefit of forcing 1440p in 4k tvs that would only show 1080 other wise.
I have been doing alot of research on mclassics and have seen alot of complaints on only seeing 1080 on a 4k tv from an mclassic and this was my solution to the issue! It definitely needs to be more.common knowledge!
Quite right about PAL consoles Adam. It is technicly 576i, component cable works but without hd support. Hopefuly xbox region is software based so when you mod your system you are able to switch the region with no problem
Big Adam in the house. Im hearing there maybe a dreamcast mini on the horizon mate. Imagine that
In case you weren't aware of it now, well after you recorded this video, TESmart makes a really good 16-port powered 4K HDMI switcher. I use it in my setup, and it's fantastic.
I love that exclusive colour 🤤
I love my original xbox and all the sixth generation consoles for that matter. I have all my older systems hooked up either via component, RGB, or VGA (dreamcast) so the OSSC Pro is going to be the ideal solution for me. I hope it gets released soon and addresses all the shortcomings of the original and the Framemeister as well.
Hey! Adam on ebay there are sellers that take the high quality xbox360 component cable and modify it for the OG xbox. I got one and it work's great.
I love your Red Green duct tape-ass HDMI signal strength fixing.
While it's not ideal, if you can hold a soldering iron, you can make your own cable: Xbox 360 component cables work great for this. And if you have the version with composite attached, you can use it as S/PDIF for Dolby Digital 5.1 and PCM 2.0.
I currently use a pound cable. I'm debating between a hdmi adapter or hdmi+ mod.
Cool video tech talk lol
I might look into this. At the moment, I'm using gold plated component cable that passes through to my Elgato HD on my Samsung F5000, which its Dynamic Contrast setting makes Xbox games look so much better.
Finally an adapter that addresses Dolby Digital!
TESmart make a 16 port HDMI switch but, unless you go through Alibaba, it's insanely expensive. It'll run you around $450 if you go through normal sites, but I was able to get it straight from the manufacturer through Alibaba for a hair under $200 and that ended up being a fantastic value.
Love that you say "figure it oot" lmao. I watch letterkenny all the time.
Love the blue xbox too. For sure looks nice.
Ha, that's actually not me. It's my cousin.
Oof. Very embarrassing for me lmao.
Ha, no. No one ever knows that.
By the way I have a whole bunch of xboxes, everything from 1.0s up to 1.6s, people hate on the last xboxes released but their video quality is really solid, suffering much less from the wavy/fuzzy issues that develop as the capacitors go bad on the older models. Also the issues around certain games (e.g panzer dragoon orta) have been patched in the latest softmods.
You should look into the hauppauge rocket. It has native component input and hdmi output. I've never seen anyone talk about whether it degrades image quality at all since its a budget capture card. But I'd be interested to see if as a secondary use it's a decent component to hdmi converter.
Adam I'd love to see you remake the console review videos in which you pay tribute to the console and talk about its history.
I know those videos are still amazing quality, however I'd still like to see you talk about them in 2020 and see how perhaps your views might have changed.
The newest gen consoles have made those consoles even older in a sense, we can't forget what once was.
Ps2/Xbox. Obviously I cannot force anything, I just want to see your take on it.
Hi Adam. I hope you are well and working hard on your next video for us all to enjoy. I think it was on this video where we were talking about converters for a modded PAL UK OG Xbox and we were talking about the Chimeric adapter you feature on this video (about 5 months ago), well, whilst I'm on the waiting list for the Chimeric Adapter, I have purchased the one by Electron Shepherd LLC called Xbox2HDMI. Just got it today and it works just need to do further testing. Any chance you can review that adapter too?. They are based in California, US. Thanks in advance 👍
you should definitely do an original Xbox collection video!!
You gotta get the Xbox HDMI from Make Mhz, I recently got one and installed it. This is such a better choice and clear HD
A year ago I was lucky to get a v1.6 complete in box(NCAA Football 2005 / Top Spin) with two slim controllers with a OEM component cable($70 value) for $60 on craigslist!
I've still got those og huge green monster cables, are those going to be the best quality picture still on a 4k tv?
I just went through a house fire and unfortunately, my Xbox collection was trashed. So many memories with both that and my Dreamcast. I need to start rebuilding my Xbox library; and your videos are always stellar. Thanks for them. I'm Canadian, and that console colour brings back some wicked cool memories -- Fusion Frenzy was such a stupid game, but absorbed my life. Lmfao. Have you considered looking into the SSD mods at all? Stay safe Adam!
Sorry to hear that man.
Yes, it's on my list.
@@AdamKoralik Personally, I'm glad you reviewed this product because I don't like the idea of hardmodding a board into my Xbox. I'm not a purist by any means, but I'm very fond of the way the traditional Xbox dashboard looks. I'm glad this product is a tremendous option.
I just got a original Xbox there was a lot of good games that came out for it I want to start collecting for
Hey Adam! Did you by any chance know about the XboxHDMI by MakeMhz? That is another internal HDMI board similar to what Dan is doing, and is actually shipping out this month. There have been early review videos by RetroRGB and Modern Vintage Gamer that show it off, and it is looking quite promising!
Hey Adam, thanks for showing us the chimeric cable. I have a question. I was lucky enough to get one a couple weeks ago. I have a gen 1 xbox connected with the mcable to a samsung 4k tv. I have this issue with the sound not coming on and I have to turn the dolby-atmos option on and off on my tv until the sounds comes back on. It only happens when I use the mcable. Did you or anybody here encounter this issue if so do you have any idea what causes the problem so i can address it, thank you for your time!
Official Microsoft Xbox component cable (not HD pack) to OSSC (via a gcompsw) is the setup I'm using and it looks AMAZING. If you're using one or two consoles I can see these plug and play cables, but any more and I think you're better off investing in something like an OSSC and a switcher.
Do you have a video of your living room setup? Curious to see all of your consoles hooked up.
I do not.
@@AdamKoralik Aweeee man... You should do one!!! 😜🙃
It says they are sold out preorder. Currently I have a pound hdmi. Do you have all the North American variants of the og xbox?
I have same looking BitFunx HDMI adapter as that KAICO one. Looks literally the same, just with green trim and BitFunx logo printed on.
It has the same issue with picture "tearing", but the bigger problem I found is that left and right audio channel is mixed up on mine. Not sure if KAICO one has the same issue.
Right now I have spliced 360 component cable with OG Xbox connector. I'm waiting to build a custom scaler solution with GBS-8200 and custom firmware mod.
Thanks for video Adam. Had good time watching it.
Emīls Garjānis Kaico and Bitfunx share the same manufacturing line, which explains why their products are identical
We get a great original Xbox HDMI solution at last, it's just a shame they are almost impossible to get. Microsoft give this guy that's keeping your legacy alive some backing and mass produce these cables.... Lol.
@14:37 Ok so that is normal. I just got a HDMI switcher and ran into that problem with a cheap plug n play game console yesterday. I am still learning how to hook up so much crap to one tv with only 4 HDMI ports. Thanks!
15:45 "they don't make [15-port] HDMI switchboxes"
Somebody needs to make a *64-in 2-out HDMI matrix with HDCP-handshaking/stripping capabilities that are good for up to 16K resolutions* to futureproof setups for gamers and streamers
I also have the XBox2HDMI by Tek Nemesis. It has slight banding issues I can’t seem to resolve assuming it’s not the device itself, so the Pound is my go to.
A company named Monoprice use to carry an 8 port HDMI switch box that I currently use but they seem to not have it listed anymore. I would contact them to see if they still offer it. I've used it since 2013 and it's incredible.
The ones I use are fine, just doesn't have enough ports. 8 would be better, but still would require the same set up.
You didn't mention the XOSVP. It's just as good as the official M$ component solutions (there was also a cable).
10:15 "[the Chimeric] is made by one guy in *Albuquerque, NM"*
Bugs Bunny was on his way to Behar Bros.' HQ at Turkey, but _didn't_ take the left turn!
Hi Adam. Ive been loving you videos for year. If I want the truth on videos game tech I can always can count on you to give me some no bs videos. Thanks you for your honesty and not shilling out👍
Have you tested or seen the xbox 360 component cables modified to work with the og xbox? Basically you can cut the end off the 360 component cable and wire it to the og xbox connector. Do you think these would be a good DIY/ budget option? Or should I just get the xosvp or scart from retro cables? Any help would be very much appreciated. Thanks
Not personally, they don't natively. It would have to be hacked up.
Hi Adam I pressume you where talking about ps2 Component Cables with the retro tink
Did Sony relaese offical component cables for the ps2?
They did, yes.
My mClassic looks like a smudgy watercolor painting when used with the Pound cable. Would it look better/work like advertised if used with the Chimeric Systems adapter?
Yeah, the Pound cable is....not ideal.
Hey Adam i love these videos but you have done so many review for items like these do you happen to have a list of what you recommend for every system? Or at least Sony/Microsoft/Nintendo this video was an awesome comparison across all options for Xbox
Not a list exactly, generally I recommend just watching the most recent one I've done for a given console as I tend to go back and look at all the previous ones and point out what I suggest.
@@AdamKoralik thanks adam! ill keep that in mind. I'm at the point where i can start to afford things to improve picture quality rather than just focusing on getting games so these videos are always helpful! been a fan for years keep up the good work!
The HDMI mod you mentioned is supposed to upscale, so I’ve heard. Pretty exciting stuff. The one that’s been out for roughly a month (XboxHDMI) doesn’t, but is still the cleanest & the first digital solution. Looking forward to seeing them both in action. Thanks for the great content.
😎👌
which one is supposed to upscale?
C'mon Adam! Everyone knows how to hook up the
Nuon in the best way possible! Jeeees!
I agree, I just wasted everyone's time. I apologize.
Here is my recommendation: Official Xbox Component box/cables going to OSSC upscales x5 out into Mclassic and into an OLED Tv. looks amazing!!!
I have been trying to get one of these for months now. I want soooo bad.
I have a MakeMhz hdmi coming soon (the one you mentioned). $60 (for pre-order) now it is $80. Hard wired solution, and it should be good. Adam, you gotta give soldering a try, there is so much more you can show if you learn.
I do not trust my hands with that.
@@AdamKoralik I'm waiting for the instructions to be loaded before I order one.
Still waiting for mine to come in going on almost 2 months waiting time just so anyone was wondering I think It's one person making them, I was one of the first to pre order and there was about 400 plus left, so I wouldn't be surprised if it takes 3 months
woah never realized you switched to 4k video.
I just got a retrotink 2x pro m. One problem i have with it is playing emulated games that i have on my modded xbox. I get just a blue screen if i don't start my xbox with a game in it. For whatever reason it does not like the screen with all my retro games. Does this hdmi converter box by chimeric have any issues like that with a modded xbox?
That's odd. I wonder if the resolutions are changing on the fly or something?
Couldn't find an hdmi adapter that gave an interference free image on my Xbox..tried them all. Finally i got my hands on the Kaico adapter and it worked with no interference for me :)
Well, as long as you're happy.
It's funny, because I've been to my local Goodwill's quite often, and the only consoles I usually see are OG Xboxes. And that's cool because they were the best of that generation imo (and I grew up with GameCube). But as an adult trying to collect older games and consoles, It also kinda sucks, because when I was younger I'd go with my Dad or Mom, and I'd see PS2's and GameCubes every time. Now all I see are the occasional controllers for them.
Such is life though. Right now I'm getting ready to hard mod my OG 1.6 v Xbox, and I'm excited.
Btw, the Hot Wheels comparison was right on point
There's an official Microsoft version of the AV Pack that's the component cables instead of a box with RCA Inputs, which is what I have. They cost about the same and have the exact same features as the Box version of the AV Pack. Having both component video and optical/digital audio out. It's really up to personal preference. The cables are slightly cheaper than the box by virtue of not having to buy separate cables to go with the box, however, it's easier to replace faulty cables with the box.
Is that not what I showed in the video?
@@AdamKoralik No, there's an official Xbox Component Cable that isn't the box, more like the Monster Cables, but they're officially Microsoft Branded.
"Quick Shoot Series" aka " A video of some kind".
I enjoyed it
RetroGamerBB2019 a device of some kind
@@waltersobchak7275 🎮🎥
I bought the Kaico Labs for its "plug & play" capability. Does the Pound converter have the same?
I honestly can't recommend either of them.