New 60gb PS3s @ gohastings.com $399.99 (also refurb for 256.49)

[mitch079]

Checked the UPC # and it matched up to the original 60gb BC models. http://www.gohastings.com/product/GAME/PlayStation-3/sku/233590338.uts

Shipping is 3.51.

[mr_bungle]

wow, nice find!

[xgemini87]

does "Unknown" mean "New"? lol

[RLaidEPeas]

Already Out of Stock.

[Blitz_Pro]

Why is this so expensive? $100 more than the slim 120 GB

[RLaidEPeas]

Why is this so expensive? $100 more than the slim 120 GB

Because it essentially has a $100 dollar Playstation 2 built into it.

[Perfect*Ending]

does "Unknown" mean "New"? lol
LOL, I wonder if these are "new." :applause:

[scottman]

Because it essentially has a $100 dollar Playstation 2 built into it.

You could probably tape a ps3 slim onto a ps2 slim and get the same size and less heat/electricity than this. :)

[killer9]

buy the slim buy a used ps2 slim still cheaper than this

[MegaKungFuRadio]

buy the slim buy a used ps2 slim still cheaper than this

PS2 slim doesn't upscale.

[salparadise78]

I placed an order. Worth a shot.

[Kaiser499]

Damn, was going to order one.

[salparadise78]

I wonder how many there were.

[joeboosauce]

$100 extra to play PS2 games? I don't think so...

[NamelessMC]

$100 extra to play PS2 games? I don't think so...

I realize that what I'm about to do is going to ruin your secret identity as the comic book villain "Hater Man™", who is infamous for his appearances to ruin special events like Christmas, Easter, birthdays and Taylor Swift award acceptance speeches, but I must do what I must do.

1) Any time a manufacturer releases a product at launch that carries special features which are absent in later models, that particular product becomes a "novelty item". This novelty item is worth more money than it normally launched for at later dates. That's what people here look for, given that they're not just gamers looking for a deal but also gamers looking for a deal on a collector's item.

2) The launch PS3 didn't just "play" PS2 games, it upscaled them and very well, I might add. Don't get me wrong, I was a huge advocate of the "just buy a PS2" route, but when I played Persona 4 on a regular PS2 after playing it on my friend's PS3, I was confounded with sadness because it looked much better on his system. A lot of the jagged lines were gone.

3) A lot of people like the ease of having one system that does everything for them and having the ability to play the same games on one system for the cost of the two systems separately is a very good deal. Why? It saves space, it's aesthetically nicer, it's convenient, it saves you the trouble of having extra controllers, power cables, video cables, surround sound cables.

So in closing, please don't address the whole "launch PS3" matter until you've read 1-3 and are well informed.

Thanks for stopping by.

[lawdood]

I realize that what I'm about to do is going to ruin your secret identity as the comic book villain "Hater Man™", who is infamous for his appearances to ruin special events like Christmas, Easter, birthdays and Taylor Swift award acceptance speeches, but I must do what I must do.

1) Any time a manufacturer releases a product at launch that carries special features which are absent in later models, that particular product becomes a "novelty item". This novelty item is worth more money than it normally launched for at later dates. That's what people here look for, given that they're not just gamers looking for a deal but also gamers looking for a deal on a collector's item.

2) The launch PS3 didn't just "play" PS2 games, it upscaled them and very well, I might add. Don't get me wrong, I was a huge advocate of the "just buy a PS2" route, but when I played Persona 4 on a regular PS2 after playing it on my friend's PS3, I was confounded with sadness because it looked much better on his system. A lot of the jagged lines were gone.

3) A lot of people like the ease of having one system that does everything for them and having the ability to play the same games on one system for the cost of the two systems separately is a very good deal. Why? It saves space, it's aesthetically nicer, it's convenient, it saves you the trouble of having extra controllers, power cables, video cables, surround sound cables.

So in closing, please don't address the whole "launch PS3" matter until you've read 1-3 and are well informed.

Thanks for stopping by.

nice.

[david12795]

I realize that what I'm about to do is going to ruin your secret identity as the comic book villain "Hater Man™", who is infamous for his appearances to ruin special events like Christmas, Easter, birthdays and Taylor Swift award acceptance speeches, but I must do what I must do.

1) Any time a manufacturer releases a product at launch that carries special features which are absent in later models, that particular product becomes a "novelty item". This novelty item is worth more money than it normally launched for at later dates. That's what people here look for, given that they're not just gamers looking for a deal but also gamers looking for a deal on a collector's item.

2) The launch PS3 didn't just "play" PS2 games, it upscaled them and very well, I might add. Don't get me wrong, I was a huge advocate of the "just buy a PS2" route, but when I played Persona 4 on a regular PS2 after playing it on my friend's PS3, I was confounded with sadness because it looked much better on his system. A lot of the jagged lines were gone.

3) A lot of people like the ease of having one system that does everything for them and having the ability to play the same games on one system for the cost of the two systems separately is a very good deal. Why? It saves space, it's aesthetically nicer, it's convenient, it saves you the trouble of having extra controllers, power cables, video cables, surround sound cables.

So in closing, please don't address the whole "launch PS3" matter until you've read 1-3 and are well informed.

Thanks for stopping by.



I agree with buying ps3 since it makes it so much easier and looks visually appealing but since i got imports and "backup" games running on my ps2, i don't see any chance of ps3 bc compatibility, especially on backups and imports. So I would probably buy a separate ps2 for this reason ;)

[wasabi5858]

I have a BC 80g and I truly wish I had gone with the 60g.

[Ocajavati]

I realize that what I'm about to do is going to ruin your secret identity as the comic book villain "Hater Man™", who is infamous for his appearances to ruin special events like Christmas, Easter, birthdays and Taylor Swift award acceptance speeches, but I must do what I must do.

1) Any time a manufacturer releases a product at launch that carries special features which are absent in later models, that particular product becomes a "novelty item". This novelty item is worth more money than it normally launched for at later dates. That's what people here look for, given that they're not just gamers looking for a deal but also gamers looking for a deal on a collector's item.

2) The launch PS3 didn't just "play" PS2 games, it upscaled them and very well, I might add. Don't get me wrong, I was a huge advocate of the "just buy a PS2" route, but when I played Persona 4 on a regular PS2 after playing it on my friend's PS3, I was confounded with sadness because it looked much better on his system. A lot of the jagged lines were gone.

3) A lot of people like the ease of having one system that does everything for them and having the ability to play the same games on one system for the cost of the two systems separately is a very good deal. Why? It saves space, it's aesthetically nicer, it's convenient, it saves you the trouble of having extra controllers, power cables, video cables, surround sound cables.

So in closing, please don't address the whole "launch PS3" matter until you've read 1-3 and are well informed.

Thanks for stopping by.

wut.

Your semi-informative post just KO'd me.

[Justin42]

Don't forget, the 60gb also has more USB ports, memory card reader, and can play SACDs. Granted, the first two things can be mitigated by buying additional hardware, and not many people care about SACDs, but they took out more than "duct taping a PS2" would fix...

[prateeko]

God dammit! I had my 60GB PS3 stolen and would love to have gotten one!

[Ocajavati]

While it's ridiculous to pay inflated Ebay prices for one, at this price and if you are in the market for a PS3...

You'll be stupid to not pick one up.

[salparadise78]

I actually got an order in before it was out of stock, but I'm skeptical as to whether it will actually ship. What are the odds that they just now put the last remaining stock up on their website, or that no one had noticed it until now. I did a quick search on ebay and a new 60gb is selling for nearly a grand, and sometimes more.

I'm not holding my breath, but it would be a nice surprise if it does actually ship and is in fact new.

[salparadise78]

How many people actually got an order in before it was out of stock? I actually ordered 2 of them and I didn't order until after 3am EST. The thread had been up for at least 3 hours at that point.

[animemaniac14]

How many people actually got an order in before it was out of stock? I actually ordered 2 of them and I didn't order until after 3am EST. The thread had been up for at least 3 hours at that point.

out of curiosity why would you order 2 of them?

[torifile]

A little off topic, but how well does an upscaling A/V receiver do on upscaling PS2 titles? My receiver will upscale but I don't have a PS2 to try it. Maybe I'll borrow my brother-in-law's PS2 and see.

[lmz00]

It's a shame I missed out on this. Mine still works, but I would've bought another one, just in case it ever broke.

[freshzen]

Don't 60GB PS3s go for $1000+ brand new on the "after market"? Anyway I see 60GB PS3s at pawn shops for around $250 or even less, and they usually have cheap warranties (except for mom n pop shops). Might be worth calling around if you really wanted a 60GB, but honestly I'd go for the 120GB slim unless you want to change the hard drive out on the 60GB. Considering some of the install sizes for PS3 games you'll fill up a 60GB PS3 HDD faster than a 20GB 360 HDD ;)

[seanmcc]

I have the OG 60GB and its the shit.

1 box plays all my PS1/2/3 games.

It also upscales them, and it has 4 USB ports, and card readers (which I actually use).

[salparadise78]

out of curiosity why would you order 2 of them?

one for myself, and one for $$$.

[loserboy]

I realize that what I'm about to do is going to ruin your secret identity as the comic book villain "Hater Man™", who is infamous for his appearances to ruin special events like Christmas, Easter, birthdays and Taylor Swift award acceptance speeches, but I must do what I must do.

1) Any time a manufacturer releases a product at launch that carries special features which are absent in later models, that particular product becomes a "novelty item". This novelty item is worth more money than it normally launched for at later dates. That's what people here look for, given that they're not just gamers looking for a deal but also gamers looking for a deal on a collector's item.

2) The launch PS3 didn't just "play" PS2 games, it upscaled them and very well, I might add. Don't get me wrong, I was a huge advocate of the "just buy a PS2" route, but when I played Persona 4 on a regular PS2 after playing it on my friend's PS3, I was confounded with sadness because it looked much better on his system. A lot of the jagged lines were gone.

3) A lot of people like the ease of having one system that does everything for them and having the ability to play the same games on one system for the cost of the two systems separately is a very good deal. Why? It saves space, it's aesthetically nicer, it's convenient, it saves you the trouble of having extra controllers, power cables, video cables, surround sound cables.

So in closing, please don't address the whole "launch PS3" matter until you've read 1-3 and are well informed.

Thanks for stopping by.

Let's not forget a host of other excellent features that you may never see on another console again. In addition to absolute complete bc with PS1 and PS2, and the aforementioned upscaling, the 60gb has 4 usb slots which is quite handy when you've got multiple things to charge simultaneously (controllers, headset, PSP, etc.); and more importantly it has incredible memory card support--not just Sony Produos, but SDs, mini sds...also very nice if you've got a bevy of cards for a bevy or portable electronics...

So yeah, the 60gb is really the system to own. Great find OP!

[doubledown]

I have a 60GB and I could care less....I wish I would have sold it while the getting was good. I see EBAY prices going for about the price of a new PS3....so, one shouldn't have to pay a premium. Although, getting a NIB might be harder. I would sell mine for the right offer...just transferring everything would be a hassle.

[Perfect*Ending]

OK, I'm wondering if these 60GBs are new. Anyone who orders, please report back when you receive. :)

[salparadise78]

OK, I'm wondering if these 60GBs are new. Anyone who orders, please report back when you receive. :)
I will, I'm skeptical though. I only received the order confirmation, but no shipping estimate or anything like that. I will update as the info comes in.

[jumpercable]

OOS :(

anyone know if the ps2 component cables upscale as good as the BC ps3s?

[xgemini87]

60gb = overrated

[jms5118]

nice find, i lucked out and bought a 60gb console at launch.

[GDKN-403]

OOS :(

anyone know if the ps2 component cables upscale as good as the BC ps3s?

I don't believe the PS2 upscales at all. It will only output a 480p signal, just like the Wii. Having recently gotten an HDTV and component cables for the Wii, the biggest issue is jaggies, but IMO it's an acceptable trade-off for the things that are improved.

[cRodz]

I realize that what I'm about to do is going to ruin your secret identity as the comic book (Hip-Hop) villain "Hater Man™", who is infamous for his appearances to ruin special events like Christmas, Easter, birthdays and Taylor Swift award acceptance speeches, and Wack Mainstream Rap Concerts (you forgot this ;)) but I must do what I must do.
Whats this?

Secret Identity?
VILLAIN? :twisted:
comic book?
hip-hop?

......:-k

MADVILLAIN! :bomb:

This is now a Madvillain Appreciation Thread. Post some Madvillain appreciation/content!

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"Madvillain" - Madlib and MF DOOM

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Madvillainy - The Album

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All Caps - "Just remember, ALL CAPS when you spell the man's name" - Madvillain

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"She told him "Wear the Mask"
He said "You bet your sweet ass"" - Madvillain

"Went to hell and back, saw devil sellin crack. In fact,
had to come back with the brother with the mask by yelling "BLACK!"" - WildChild on Madvillain

[kell]

OK, I'm wondering if these 60GBs are new. Anyone who orders, please report back when you receive. :)

I ordered a 60GB from Amazon a few months back when they came back into stock there. Sadly, when I received it, it was used. I hope you guys have better luck.

[Kaiser499]

I wonder if they will be in stock again...

[salparadise78]

Update: I still haven't received shipping confirmation yet on my order. Anyone else who ordered one have theirs shipped yet?

[crazy1moretime]

Mine has shipped! I ordered the used one on Sat.

[kaydigi]

Mine has shipped! I ordered the used one on Sat.

Make sure you have a warranty. YLOD on the 60gb is too frequent to take a chance.

[elemnopee]

I understand the benefits of the 60gb, but aren't the 60gb models more prone to YLOD than other models?

[Kaiser499]

I believe they are, least that's what most people have reported.

[BigRedWhat]

I understand the benefits of the 60gb, but aren't the 60gb models more prone to YLOD than other models?


My 60gb was so loud that I could not even watch a blu-ray. It also got extremely hot and would shut down about 1 1/2 hours into a movie. I returned it. The replacement model did not get as hot but was even louder. Returned it as well, got a ps2 slim and was given a LE MGS4 Gun Metal Gray 40gb. The 40gb is gimped out compared to the 60gb but it is so quiet and never over heats. Replaced the 40gb HD with a 250gb WD Scorpio Black HD. It is now a pretty good media server.

I hope you have better luck with your 60gb.

[salparadise78]

I still haven't heard anything from Hastings about shipment of my "new" 60gb PS3. I'm definitely losing hope on this one. Anyone who ordered a new one get a delivery confirmation yet or receive theirs?

[azngtlman]

My 60gb has been running smoothly since launch. I also wish I could have sold mind, since I have no use for the BC and the 4 usb slots. I also now pretty much play all games on the 360 except for the PS3 exclusives of course. My 60gb is going to waste as a media server.

[sprintfinanceguy]

My 60gb has been running smoothly since launch. I also wish I could have sold mind, since I have no use for the BC and the 4 usb slots. I also now pretty much play all games on the 360 except for the PS3 exclusives of course. My 60gb is going to waste as a media server.

This, except mine is a VERY expensive Blu-Ray player. I use it for movies nearly exclusively. Although I will play God of War III when it comes out.

[gettinmoney662]

If anyone in the southern CA area is interested in a used 60 GB PS3, I'm sellin mine for $300 and it comes with two controllers and a ton of PS1 and PS2 games. Send me a PM if interested.

[Perfect*Ending]

OK, now that some time has passed, anyone want to report the condition of their console? Is it actually new or refurbished?

[bigdaddybruce44]

I understand the benefits of the 60gb, but aren't the 60gb models more prone to YLOD than other models?

Yes, but there are no numbers out there to suggest that they are dropping at such a rate that they should be avoided.

[SimaYi]

Does Sony keep popping out a couple of these things every 9 months to piss people off?

[autopiloton]

I don't know what some of you guys are smoking, but have you guys actually played a PS2 game upscaled on PS3?

I've had my 60GB since the day it dropped to $500 and they were giving out 5 free Blu Rays, and while it's nice to be able to play all three generations of PlayStation games in my living room, there isn't some amazing difference with the PS2 games like the posts in this thread are suggesting.

PS2 games look a little better on my 40" Samsung than when using component cables and my PS2 slim, but really, it still looks like shit. I played through ZoE2, GTA:SA, Jak & Daxter, and MGS3 on the PS3 when I still lived in a shared duplex and space was too limited for a ton of consoles in my room. Since I got my own place though, I have a nice SDTV for my older consoles and I just use that for my PS2 gaming now.

There isn't nearly enough difference that should encourage anyone to go out and search out a 60GB model when you could have a cheaper, brand new 120GB slim PS3 (and if you need it - a new PS2 slim) for the same price or cheaper.

[cochesecochese]

Does Sony keep popping out a couple of these things every 9 months to piss people off?
Backstock.

I remember a couple of years ago Play-Asia came upon two pallets of OG GameBoy backstock. HOLY MOTHER OF GOD.

In big warehouses these things happen.

[Perfect*Ending]

OG GameBoy was in stock? Wow.

[jamesesdad]

I don't know what some of you guys are smoking, but have you guys actually played a PS2 game upscaled on PS3?

I've had my 60GB since the day it dropped to $500 and they were giving out 5 free Blu Rays, and while it's nice to be able to play all three generations of PlayStation games in my living room, there isn't some amazing difference with the PS2 games like the posts in this thread are suggesting.

PS2 games look a little better on my 40" Samsung than when using component cables and my PS2 slim, but really, it still looks like shit. I played through ZoE2, GTA:SA, Jak & Daxter, and MGS3 on the PS3 when I still lived in a shared duplex and space was too limited for a ton of consoles in my room. Since I got my own place though, I have a nice SDTV for my older consoles and I just use that for my PS2 gaming now.

There isn't nearly enough difference that should encourage anyone to go out and search out a 60GB model when you could have a cheaper, brand new 120GB slim PS3 (and if you need it - a new PS2 slim) for the same price or cheaper.

I'm going to have to go ahead and disagree with this. I have had a 60 gb ps3 from launch, and have compared it directly to a ps2 game running through component cables on a hdtv. There is a noticeable difference (mostly in the area of anti aliasing), especially noticeable when you play games that don't natively support progressive scan on the ps2 they are going to look even worse. Another issue is games that don't support widescreen can be 'fitted' with the ps3 upscaler on a HDTV. These features, in conjunction with the 2 extra usb ports (4 total which is nice since I have ps3 camera, buzz controller adapter, charging cable, and ps3 bluetooth all plugged in), and built it memory card slots for SD, Compact flash, and memory stick all combine to make the 60gb ps3 a very attractive model to those in the market for a ps2 and ps3. Another thing to take into consideration is most of us don't wan't 5 or 6 different devices plugged into our tv, especially with overlapping functionality.

To all the people who say they just play their xbox, and ps3 is a overglorified bluray player, just wait till your third xbox dies and is out of warranty, and your "overglorified bluray player" is still working. There is something to be said for reliability in a product, and that is a pretty major department the xbox is lacking in.

[autopiloton]

There is a noticeable difference (mostly in the area of anti aliasing), especially noticeable when you play games that don't natively support progressive scan on the ps2 they are going to look even worse. Another issue is games that don't support widescreen can be 'fitted' with the ps3 upscaler on a HDTV. These features, in conjunction with the 2 extra usb ports (4 total which is nice since I have ps3 camera, buzz controller adapter, charging cable, and ps3 bluetooth all plugged in), and built it memory card slots for SD, Compact flash, and memory stick all combine to make the 60gb ps3 a very attractive model to those in the market for a ps2 and ps3. Another thing to take into consideration is most of us don't wan't 5 or 6 different devices plugged into our tv, especially with overlapping functionality.

I do not disagree that the there is a noticeable difference. However, that difference being an improvement worthy of seeking out an older model that is higher priced is what I don't agree with.

After the PS2 game is smoothed and upscaled it still looks crappy because it takes on a blurry/hazy look to it when smoothing out the image. To me, that's not much of an step up, and definitely not something I would use as a point to push someone to drop more money on.

Going from this:
http://i48.tinypic.com/auwjn4.png


to this:
http://i49.tinypic.com/30lmn8o.jpg

When I get the impression people are making that difference out to be like the upscaling they're doing with PCSX2 on PC, I just have to :bs:

Don't get me wrong, I love my 60gb. I play my PS3 more than any of my other consoles and I don't regret buying it. Like you pointed out, having more USB ports is great (I have a keyboard, charger, and usually 2 jump drives plugged in) and having an all in one device is convenient if you're tight on entertainment center real estate. I just don't see the PS2 upscaling as a big selling point.

tl;dr - PS3 60GB is cool, ps2 upscaling not so great without rose-tinted glasses

[tears2040]

Lets be honest.......

Ps2 uses wireless controllers, who needs extra usbs ( to charge?)

When I move onto the next generation past titles are no where close to current games. Try Playing Madden 2005 then Madden 2011 or any other sports/action game and it's night and day difference.

BC for me and the gaming community as a whole is dead. Heck I cant even play COD4 after MW2, the point is to move forward not backwards.

[davo1224]

Backwards compatibility was never intended for a person like you

[saturnotaku]

To all the people who say they just play their xbox, and ps3 is a overglorified bluray player, just wait till your third xbox dies and is out of warranty, and your "overglorified bluray player" is still working. There is something to be said for reliability in a product, and that is a pretty major department the xbox is lacking in.

Having went through four 360s with my launch 20 GB PS3 still going strong, I have to say Amen to this.

[Scorch]

60GB's definitely still exist in the wild. I talked with a Sony rep when she came in my store a few months back and she said she had recently went to a Wal-Mart (which would date it around Summer 09) and she said there were several 20GB and 60GB units just sitting in the back.

I should get a job there just to see what's in the back, then quit.

[davo1224]

I worked at RadioShack which was much smaller scale and we had some cell phone/AV accessories that were so derelict they would come up free if you brought them and price checked them. What's worse is that they were completely usable and not obsolete.

[watcher0]

Having went through four 360s with my launch 20 GB PS3 still going strong, I have to say Amen to this.

You guys say stuff like this as if the launch PS2s didn't have problems with DREs.

Tears - I'll cry for you, since you've clearly never owned a timeless game that was worth having BC for.

[ninja dog]

so, did anyone actually get their systems?

[wrencrest]

I do not disagree that the there is a noticeable difference. However, that difference being an improvement worthy of seeking out an older model that is higher priced is what I don't agree with.

After the PS2 game is smoothed and upscaled it still looks crappy because it takes on a blurry/hazy look to it when smoothing out the image. To me, that's not much of an step up, and definitely not something I would use as a point to push someone to drop more money on.

When I get the impression people are making that difference out to be like the upscaling they're doing with PCSX2 on PC, I just have to :bs:

Don't get me wrong, I love my 60gb. I play my PS3 more than any of my other consoles and I don't regret buying it. Like you pointed out, having more USB ports is great (I have a keyboard, charger, and usually 2 jump drives plugged in) and having an all in one device is convenient if you're tight on entertainment center real estate. I just don't see the PS2 upscaling as a big selling point.

tl;dr - PS3 60GB is cool, ps2 upscaling not so great without rose-tinted glasses
Amen. I had an original launch 60GB and it ran great, and played all PS2 games great, but the graphics were still way too ugly to play after playing games in HD. The other issue I had was it was so friggin loud! It bothered me so i sold it to get a slim and never looked back. Different strokes for different folks.

Also, it isnt that I dont like old school games. I LOVE SNES and Genesis titles, but I just cannot go back to PS1/Dreamcast/Ps2/Xbox games at all. The 3d polygons kills it for me. Give me 2d anyday if it isnt in HD.

[Perfect*Ending]

so, did anyone actually get their systems?
Good question. I'm wondering if the people who ordered actually got their systems or not.

Still waiting for replies.

[bvharris]

I'm actually done with the 60 to be honest. I've had two YLOD on me in a year, so I'm finally just having Sony swap it out for a Slim instead of repairing it again or giving me another 60 refurb.

I know other people with 60s who've experienced similar heating problems (and before you ask, my systems are always cleaned and well ventilated).

Pound for pound the 60 is still the best PS3 model, but as they get older I'm not sure they're worth the headache.