New Owner of a Turbo Duo: What Should I Know?

[JohnnyBlaze]

The title is self explanatory. I finally found a WORKING Turbo Duo. I want to KEEP it working. Now, I've heard a lot of things about this but so many people have different opinions on the matter.

So, I ask the experts here. What should I know about the Duo that will help me in the future. Known problems. Where to go to get it fixed. Places to go for games. Etc. Etc. ANYTHING that I need to know.

[blueraven]

You've come to the right place.

There are many people here who will be willing to answer your questions. Try the tech forums for Duo issues and how to keep it working and check the sales/trade pages for games. Avoid eBay if possible.

chop5 or BlueBMW are usually in chat and can answer your repair questions.

also check:

www.thebrothersduomazov.com for top-notch game reviews.

... and welcome to the fold.

[JohnnyBlaze]

Thank you! I'm hoping to be active here a lot since this Duo is basically my gem here. lol

[SignOfZeta]

#1 thing to know: Don't waste money on US versions of games unless they have loads of text.

[JohnnyBlaze]

Here's one good question: Anyone know where I can find a HuCard adapter that works with the Duo?

[TR0N]

Here's one good question: Anyone know where I can find a HuCard adapter that works with the Duo?

Look up the member chop5 he sells the homemade converter the chopsado.

Also,keep in the mind when the sound breaks down in a (turbo-duo) it's time to have it's capacitor's replaced.

[PunkicCyborg]

Welcome!
You could always get a Japanese Core Grafx unit too to play your Japanese Hu Cards. They are probably cheaper than an official converter and are a nice addition to your collection. If you do, look for the gray system. The white ones are cool too but only have rf output.

[turbogrfxfan]

Welcome!!! Yeah ya prolly should just get a mod or do it yourself. This is def the place to be.

[Necromancer]

Welcome aboard!

Here's one good question: Anyone know where I can find a HuCard adapter that works with the Duo?

They're a pain in the butt and too expensive, so I vote for a region mod or another console; but if you simply must have an adapter, telegames had 'em relatively cheap last I checked.

[Arkhan]

What Should I Know?

You've just achieved gaming perfection.  That's what.

[_joshuaTurbo]

Chop's choppsado adapters allow for excellent play of import games on US systems.  I used them (yes I had a couple) for a year before finally getting a modded system.  If you don't have the time/ skills/ money for a mod, just PM and get some chopsados.  They are super easy to use, and work really well.  

I'm pretty sure they are still going cheap when chop has some available... usually just wants a couple bucks each or some common games for trade.  I think I sent 'em a couple genesis commons for two adapters.

in this video, I show how the chopsado works -  I show it around the 4 minute mark.  

[Arkhan]

Fortunately, its a Duo, so you can play CD games no matter what.

That means you can load up on the sweet ass shooters.

[exile]

Welcome to the fold my man! Turbo collectors are a passionate bunch. If you have the bread, buy games in lots to amass your collection quickly. Lots of great deals can be found in our sales tread as well.

[SignOfZeta]

Welcome!
You could always get a Japanese Core Grafx unit too to play your Japanese Hu Cards. They are probably cheaper than an official converter 

There never was such a thing as an official converter. That wouldn't even make any sense.

[Jesse813]

The title is self explanatory. I finally found a WORKING Turbo Duo. I want to KEEP it working. Now, I've heard a lot of things about this but so many people have different opinions on the matter.

So, I ask the experts here. What should I know about the Duo that will help me in the future. Known problems. Where to go to get it fixed. Places to go for games. Etc. Etc. ANYTHING that I need to know.

it would be a good idea to get the Caps replaced, you might also want to consider a region switch and and getting the laser replaced.

in this video, I show how the chopsado works -

  I show it around the 4 minute mark. 

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