The original PlayStation was a milestone in the gaming industry. Sony succeeded in providing ideal hardware for both 2D and 3D development, offering a multimedia experience by allowing the playback of music CDs—a feature that was at its peak in the 90s. While the ways people consume music have changed over time, there are still traditional enthusiasts breathing new life into the Japanese console.
The PS1 Has Become the Favorite CD Player for Music Enthusiasts
According to an article from What Hi-Fi? (via Time Extension), music enthusiasts who prefer the CD format have made purchasing and modifying the original PlayStation a trend. According to fans, Sony's console is an excellent option for playing music CDs in terms of audio quality, as well as price and accessibility. In the current era, the rise of digital formats and streaming platforms has nearly led to the disappearance of compact disc players—both personal and home-based. The ones available on the market are often expensive, especially if they are from recognized brands.
Fans Prefer the Early Models of the PS1 for Their Audio Features
The enthusiast scene shows a preference for the early models of the PlayStation, specifically the SCPH-1001 and SCPH-1002, because they have independent RCA inputs that allow them to be connected directly to traditional sound systems. It's worth noting that later models omitted these inputs, leaving only one port for this purpose.
On the other hand, some fans claim that the early models of the PlayStation had a better digital-to-analog converter (DAC), which would have degraded in the later years as Sony prioritized visuals over audio, although this is a point of debate within the community.
Riding on the hype of the PS1 as an audio player in an era when CDs are underground, fans are making modifications to the consoles to make them look like a multimedia piece straight from the '90s. This includes changing colors, adding parts to modify the design, or even opting for transparent covers and internal lights.
Finally, it's important to note that both the PS1 and its successors, the PS2 and PS3, have the ability to read audio CDs. Therefore, it wouldn't be surprising if these consoles become highly sought after by enthusiasts of compact disc music.
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