DaytonaUSA Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 I'll be getting my Vectrex in soon. I finally was able to get one, and in great condition . I also got one of the Sean Kelly multi carts. The thought of playing Lunar Lander (they call it Moon Lander) on a vector system is making me extremely giddy. Anywho, thought I'd share. I've wanted one of these forever, but I either find systems in horrible condition or lose in auctions on eBay. Here's a picture. There's some scratches on the top but that's it. The controller is in great shape. I'll be sure to post pics once it comes in: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+LS650 Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 A very cool system. I've been thinking of buying one but the going rate on ePay seems kind of high these days.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaytonaUSA Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 A very cool system. I've been thinking of buying one but the going rate on ePay seems kind of high these days.... I got the multi cart that has the retail games and a ton of homebrew ones for 124. The system I got by contacting the guy at the beginning of the auction that was just put up tonight. Before anyone was able to bid, I got him to agree to sell it for 120 shipped, which I thought was a great deal considering what they're going for on the bay, as you noticed. One sold tonight for $350 with a few games and a lightpen. Others are well over 150 with barely anything that comes with the system at all. Basically common 9 dollar games. I've found if you're persistent in checking for new listings and contacting the sellers you can get one eventually that's in good condition without having to wait through a lengthy auction that you'll probably lose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+LS650 Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Funny thing is, I was looking at them on eBay maybe a couple of years ago, and you could find a vanilla Vectrex with a working controller for maybe $80 plus shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaytonaUSA Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Funny thing is, I was looking at them on eBay maybe a couple of years ago, and you could find a vanilla Vectrex with a working controller for maybe $80 plus shipping. Yea I know. I remember seeing one in not so great condition, but still fully functional for 60 a couple years ago. I think people are just starting to understand their greatness and their worth is climbing with demand. I'm kinda glad I was able to get one. There's not a single auction out there for a system that isn't jumped on with bids after 30 minutes or less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyo5050 Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 Such a fun system. You just can not emulate this with the vector graphics! There is another thread with homebrew lightpens you should grab one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaytonaUSA Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Such a fun system. You just can not emulate this with the vector graphics! There is another thread with homebrew lightpens you should grab one. Yep, I'm ordering one . I'm not really sure how that art/animation program works, but I'm hoping it's at least sort of fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyo5050 Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 I have no idea how it works, just looks really cool, lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phaxda Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 I paid more for my multicart ($70) than I did for the system ($65 shipped)! Bought it about 4 years ago, one of my faves. Can't wait to get my new light pen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaytonaUSA Posted March 12, 2010 Author Share Posted March 12, 2010 I got it in the mail! I love it! I know it sounds silly, but this is so much more fun than other classic systems I've played. Having access to the multicart is a blessing and playing games like Frogger on the system just feels right. I have a few questions. Is it normal for the lines sometimes to have a slight wabble to them.. not drastic. When I first got it, it WAS drastic, after it warmed up though it all but went away and is fine every time I boot it up. Also, I have one dot in the center that's white.. one small dot that's on the horizontal line of the horizon of Pole Position so you can't see it. It's not bright, it's fairly dim. It seems to be exactly the center of the screen. Is that normal? Either way the controller is amazing. It's SO comfortable to hold! I'm in love with it and I am only ashamed because I've waited to long to own this great system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desiv Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 One of the things you're going to want to do is to get yourself an Atari 2600 driving controller. Yep, not a paddle, but a Driving controller. And then get Spinnerama and Tsunami.. :-) desiv p.s. I'm not seeing Christopher Tumber's (Author of above) web page anymore, but he was (is) a member here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Mitchell Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 I have a few questions. Is it normal for the lines sometimes to have a slight wabble to them.. not drastic. When I first got it, it WAS drastic, after it warmed up though it all but went away and is fine every time I boot it up. Also, I have one dot in the center that's white.. one small dot that's on the horizontal line of the horizon of Pole Position so you can't see it. It's not bright, it's fairly dim. It seems to be exactly the center of the screen. Is that normal? Turn the contrast down .. knob in back .. wobble is part of the effect of the design .. as well as the Vectrex buzz sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeadlyDiskKun Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 I would be amazed if I ever had the opportunity to own a Vectrex... I have always wanted to play Star Trek on it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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