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evil_ash_xero
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Question about top loading NES and jail bars

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I have a top loader NES, and of course it's got the "jail bars".

I plan on getting it RGB modded next year.
I have read that it takes an extra step in the process of RGB modding to fix this issue. Can anyone elaborate?

Also, what kind of modification would I have to do to the system for it to play the "extra sounds" that you get when playing Famicom carts through an adapter?
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Re: Question about top loading NES and jail bars

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There's a custom PPU coming soon AND a RGB board that will bypass the PPU entirely. I would wait for either of those before deciding what to do.

Those projects should make RGB modding cheaper, give better image quality and no palette or jailbar issues.
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Oh yeah, I'm totally waiting for that. I just didn't know it would take care of the jail bars also.

Of course, I'm going to wait it out for a few months, to make sure there's no issues like melting your circuits or anything. :lol:
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