Morph 4K video scaler | MSX Resource Center

Videogameperfection.com is the ultimate destination for connecting retro systems to modern peripherals. Their store features video scalers, converters, components, mods, repairs, and a wide range of AV parts. The PixelFX Morph 4K, their latest video scaler, is a revolutionary product. Give your MSX setup the upgrade it deserves – don’t settle for less!

Connecting an old computer to modern screens can be a real challenge, especially when scart-quality connections are needed. Most modern TVs and monitors no longer support old RGB-based connections, and the MSX certainly doesn’t have HDMI. The common solution is to use an up-scaler, a device that converts analogue RGB or component video signals into a digital format, while doubling or tripling the scanlines of a single frame if necessary to create a compatible mode for digital displays.

The Open Source Scan Converter (OSSC) is a popular device among MSX users. It offers a scan converter with minimal latency and a reasonable cost, providing quality output images. Although the open-source project was originally designed for assembling the device by hand, pre-built versions are available on the videogameperfection.com website. While the OSSC performs impressively, the latest up-scaler from PixelFx, called Morph 4K, takes things to the next level.

The Morph 4K is the latest in high-quality video scalers, delivering crisp, or CRT like images to any modern TV or monitor the way you like best. It converts low-resolution sources into excellent 4K HDMI 60Hz resolutions using filters to further tune it to your preferences. With extension cards, you can add more inputs as needed. Pair it with the Analogue Bridge expansion module for top-notch composite, S-video, SCART, component, and VGA support, and you’ll have a powerhouse on your desk.

The Morph 4K isn’t just about high-quality video features, it also contains useful modern features including onboard Wi-Fi (handy for updates), Bluetooth and SD card support. It easily connects to your PC or phone for convenient management. There’s even a remote control available. The Morph 4K can either be used as a stand-alone convertor or as a re-scaler behind existing convertors and is the perfect companion for your retro system video signal.

Based on available information, this scaler is priced lower than other similar products and offers a feature set that is designed for gaming, which continues to develop over time. The PixelFX Morhp4K Video Scaler is available at the videogameperfection.com shop for €255.00, and the Analog Bridge extension is €90.00. When ordering both, the nice folks at VGP will pre-attach it to the Morph4K for you. Or, join MSXdev25, where VGP have included a copy of their Morph 4K incl. the Analog Bridge and casing in the loot box!

Devices like this help keep old hardware alive for those who love classic 8-bit systems, just like we do.

relevant link: Videogameperfection.com website

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