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blakader 02-18-06 07:44 PM

Gamecube Component Video Cable
 
I am looking for on of these cables and nintendo doesn't make them anymore.
So it's either ebay or an import site like play-asia. Is there a difference from the USA version and the Japanesse version of the cables?

Bluebomber 02-18-06 08:06 PM

Your timing stinks, Nintendo.com had them in stock up until yesterday, mine shipped earlier this week.

Supermallet 02-19-06 11:31 AM

Make sure your Gamecube has the Digital A/V out before buying the cables.

Cardiff Giant11 02-19-06 11:45 AM

I ordered mine when Nintendo had it on backorder and it shipped a few days later. Just place the order with Nintendo. It's funny though, I bought mine new for 35 bucks and sold it used on ebay for $50. That was a pleasent suprise.

tenaciousdave 02-19-06 11:57 AM

I'm using the Japanese component cables and I have no problems.

Although, make sure you have the digital A/V out like Suprmallet suggested.

eatntae 02-19-06 12:55 PM


Originally Posted by Cardiff Giant
I ordered mine when Nintendo had it on backorder and it shipped a few days later. Just place the order with Nintendo. It's funny though, I bought mine new for 35 bucks and sold it used on ebay for $50. That was a pleasent suprise.

Nintendo doesn't sell it anymore. Their website site says the component video cable is no longer available. Sucks too, since I lagged on ordering it.

Setzer 02-19-06 03:33 PM


Originally Posted by eatntae
Nintendo doesn't sell it anymore. Their website site says the component video cable is no longer available. Sucks too, since I lagged on ordering it.

I did too. Going to call them tomorrow and see if they plan on getting more in and if not I'll most likely get a set off ebay for $50.

blakader 02-19-06 07:30 PM

thanks for the help! Yes I did check for the digital a/v out it it is there, So I guess I will get the japanese version. Looking forward to it!

Gizmo 02-19-06 07:34 PM

Nintendo.com sells them for $40 + $7 shipped...Ebay is you're best bet and would only be about $5-7 more.

outer-edge 02-19-06 08:34 PM


Originally Posted by eatntae
Nintendo doesn't sell it anymore. Their website site says the component video cable is no longer available. Sucks too, since I lagged on ordering it.

Wow, I just orderd and received one on backorder status less than three weeks ago.

flix1 02-19-06 08:57 PM

Of course, I am now kicking myself for putting off ordering this for so long. I should have known when they dropped the digital video out on newer Gamecubes that it was only a matter of time for this to occur.

blakader 02-19-06 11:35 PM


Originally Posted by flix1
Of course, I am now kicking myself for putting off ordering this for so long. I should have known when they dropped the digital video out on newer Gamecubes that it was only a matter of time for this to occur.

Me too. I almost ordered it a few months ago. I remember reading that more would be in stock in Feb. Then I check and oops, all gone :(

Gromit 02-20-06 08:45 AM

This thread reminded me that I have a GC component cable, but I no longer have a GC.

If anyone is interested in buying it, let me know.

mookiemeister 02-20-06 08:48 AM

I ordered it last month when it was out-of-stock and they said the cable would be shipped this month. I got the cable last week.

PixyJunket 02-20-06 08:51 AM

I'd be surprised if they stop selling them altogether. They still sell cables and stuff for the NES.

darkside 02-20-06 08:53 AM

The strange thing is the designs for the Revolution show it using the exact same component cable. You would think they would still keep producing them.

eatntae 02-20-06 11:29 AM


Originally Posted by Gromit
This thread reminded me that I have a GC component cable, but I no longer have a GC.

If anyone is interested in buying it, let me know.

How much?

Matt 02-20-06 11:31 AM


Originally Posted by PixyJunket
They still sell cables and stuff for the NES.

Not anymore, they don't.

RN2BE 02-20-06 02:43 PM

Considering how expensive these were, they better work for the freakin Revolution.

gimmepilotwings 02-20-06 03:05 PM

As much as I would have like to see Zelda, Metroid, RE4, etc. digitally, I just could not justify the $50 pricetag. With Nintendo or importing as the only options, there was no way to find them on sale.

RN2BE 02-20-06 03:31 PM

Yeah, it's hard to justify buying the component cables right now. Especially since Reggie just stated that Zelda won't come out til the Fall.

I was debating selling my Cube, since it's basically just collecting dust... but I figured I may as well keep it since I wouldn't get much for it anyways.

Setzer 02-20-06 07:56 PM

Well, I called Nintendo today and even though you can't order them on-line they had them available to order over the phone. I got them for $29.99 + $5 shipping. The lady I spoke with said they weren't taking any more on-line orders for them only phone. I didn't understand why not and she didn't have a reason why. Oh well, I'm just happy I got the cables. :D

Nintendo Customer Service # 1-800-255-3700

peon73 02-20-06 08:21 PM

i put my order in on nintendo.com back in early january. while they said it was on backorder, it did eventually ship (got it 2 weeks ago). so if you want to wait, just order it from nintendo.

p.s.--
i didn't notice a BIG difference in quality of the image with component cables, in my opinion. although i only tested it with mario kart, and mvp baseball2k4. (and yes, i did hold down the b-button and said "yes play in progressive mode")

blakader 02-20-06 08:52 PM


Originally Posted by Setzer
Well, I called Nintendo today and even though you can't order them on-line they had them available to order over the phone. I got them for $29.99 + $5 shipping. The lady I spoke with said they were taking any more on-line orders for them only phone. I didn't understand why not and she didn't have a reason why. Oh well, I'm just happy I got the cables. :D

Nintendo Customer Service # 1-800-255-3700

Man! I just ordered it from play-asia for 10 bucks more shipped. I wonder if I should cancel...

Setzer 02-20-06 11:50 PM

I was about to order the ones from Play-Asia but they're on back order and the e-mail response I got from them as to when they might get more didn't sound good. If I were you I would call Nintendo and get your set ordered and then cancel with Play-Asia otherwise you might be waiting a while.


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