PS1 - any models to avoid

[gtmtnbiker]

I'm toying with the idea of picking up a PS1 and modding it. Are there any particular models to avoid for the PS1?

[fast]

Keep in mind that early versions have the FMV skipping error - The fabled scph1001 included.

I also believe that the early models do not work with dualshock controllers either.

[Prcssr32]

I have heard of some of the first models 1000 series (I think they have RCA plugs on them) that the plastics in the cd drive were cheap, ending with a system that will only play upside down. One of my friends has a modded PS that just won't work right.

Good luck

[MrPopo]

What are you hoping to get out of modding it? For example, if your goal is to play backups then you can get a SCPH-7501 and a Game Hunter to plug into the parallel port.

[gtmtnbiker]

What are you hoping to get out of modding it? For example, if your goal is to play backups then you can get a SCPH-7501 and a Game Hunter to plug into the parallel port.

Yes, I would like to play backups. I was in my local comic shop picking up some Dreamcast games and noticed the pile of PS1 RPGs that he had that were going for $50+. I also like soldering wires/chips and since PSX is a simple machine to mod, I figure I give it a go. I guess I like to collect consoles.

That game hunter looks like a neat device. PSX mod chips are pretty cheap ($3-4) so I'm going that route for now.

[Ziggy]

I have a 5001 model that wouldn't load the second (retail) disc of FF7. Loaded the third one though lol. I have a chipped 7501 that has been a solid console, I would recommend this model.

And by the way, SnowKitty sells pre-modified PS1's for a good price. I was in the same boat as you and I thought it'd be easier to pick up one already chipped (rather than hunting down the model I wanted, buying a chip, and installing the chip).