RedRaider Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 I picked this console up from fellow AtariAge member akator, for what I feel was a great price. I must say this particular Atari 5200 is in unbelievably good condition. The aluminum cosmetic panel is free of scratches, which truly amazes me. There are a few very minor scuffs on the lower panel, but they are not noticeable, unless closely inspected. As always, this console received a good RedRaider Detailing, though it hardly needed it. The box is also a true gem IMHO. Very good condition, considering the age of this console. Supplied with this Atari 5200 were two Gold-PCB Refurbished controllers. They even have the plastic covering still on the aluminum cosmetic plates. They both operate perfectly and are in pristine condition. This is my first Atari console to own and sadly I'm not that impressed with it. To me something just doesn't feel right about it, which could be the controllers, the absolute worst I have ever used. I only have a few games for it so far, after I pick up a AtariMax cartridge, hopefully I can find some games that I'll enjoy playing. I do like the design and size of this console, it is sleek and massive. I have also decided to have the S-Video Mod installed, I will update this thread when it is completed. As always, enjoy... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaybird3rd Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Excellent pictures, as always! Mine is a four-port, but in similar condition and also with a set of Best's gold controllers. I think the 5200 was the most stylish of all of the Atari consoles. The 7800 is a nice-looking system, too, but it has a "cut-rate" feel to it, with its much smaller and lighter console and its black-and-white cartridges and manuals. With the 5200, you get more of a sense that Atari spared no expense: the workmanship that went into the console, the games, and even the manuals was superb. As for the controllers ... tastes differ, of course, but I find that they're not as bad as their reputation would suggest. They just take some getting used to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+DamonicFury Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 This is my first Atari console to own and sadly I'm not that impressed with it. To me something just doesn't feel right about it, which could be the controllers, the absolute worst I have ever used. I also wasn't especially happy with the 5200 until getting some non-standard controllers, namely the Coin Controls Competition Pro, and later the Wico Command Control joystick. Full details on these can be found both in phonedork's recent video reveiw and in boxpressed's recent "Guide to Buying and Selling the Atari 5200" writeup. Hope you stick with the 5200 and find some games you really like! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pce_collector Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 This is my first Atari console to own and sadly I'm not that impressed with it. To me something just doesn't feel right about it, which could be the controllers, the absolute worst I have ever used. It's the controllers. They suck. But the Atari 5200 is impressive in its size and design. Just look at the metal panel and the compartment for the controllers. And the games, like Pac-Man and Jungle Hunt, smoke the 2600 versions. Like sdamon suggests, get one of those third-party controllers and give it a chance. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fernando marrin Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 nicest pictures of my fav console i've ever seen congrats! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Cafeman Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Your system seems to be in excellent condition - much nicer than my 'battle scarred' 5200 that I use. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariBrian Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 but all of our systems scratches and scuffs give it character 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRaider Posted May 29, 2012 Author Share Posted May 29, 2012 AtariBrian has a little gem of a system still waiting for me, I hope... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zylon Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Looks great. Now start playing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRaider Posted June 17, 2012 Author Share Posted June 17, 2012 I have a NISB-NOS Track-Ball Controller on it's way. I'll ost up pcs when it arrives this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Phruby Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Wonderful pictures! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian R. Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 It is a sexy beast. As for controllers... one word: Wico. Without my Wico, my 5200 would be unplayable too. And that would be a shame, because some of its games are great. I can play PacMan on it every day and love it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg2600 Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 I actually like the controller's stick, my problem are the squishy buttons that are not responsive. It's pricy, but AtariMax SD Multi-Cart is a must, there are so many unreleased proto's and such for the 5200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariBrian Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 I actually like the controller's stick, my problem are the squishy buttons that are not responsive. It's pricy, but AtariMax SD Multi-Cart is a must, there are so many unreleased proto's and such for the 5200. get the gold refurb and you wont have that problem 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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