**Sony PlayStation 2 (PS2) Original "Fat" Console – Black – Grade B (Includes 2 Controllers & Cables)**
The **Sony PlayStation 2**, the best-selling video game console of all time, remains a legendary pillar of gaming history. This original "Fat" model (SCPH-3000x/500xx series) is celebrated for its iconic blue-gradient logo, industrial ribbed design, and robust build quality. More than just a game console, it served as many households' first **DVD player**, featuring high-fidelity audio and video playback that helped standardise the format worldwide. Its unique vertical or horizontal standing capability made it a versatile centerpiece for any early-2000s entertainment centre.
Technically, the PS2 is powered by the innovative **Emotion Engine CPU**, designed to handle complex physics and diverse game worlds with ease. One of its most significant features is its **near-perfect backwards compatibility** with the original PlayStation (PS1) library, giving you instant access to two generations of era-defining titles. This unit features the dual front controller ports and the iconic **Expansion Bay** at the rear, which was originally designed for the Network Adaptor and Hard Disk Drive. Whether you are revisiting classics like *Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas*, *Metal Gear Solid*, or *Final Fantasy*, the original PS2 provides the most authentic retro gaming experience available.
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## Condition Details
* **Grade:** B-Condition (Used / Good).
* **Cosmetic Wear:** The console exhibits **light general wear** consistent with its age. This typically includes minor surface scuffs on the matte black plastic casing and faint scratches on the glossy "PS2" logo. The unit has been cleaned, and the cooling vents are free from significant dust build-up.
* **Functional Status:** 100% Functional. The disc tray mechanism operates smoothly, and the laser has been tested to read both silver (DVD) and blue/black (CD) discs. All controller and memory card ports are fully responsive. The internal clock battery may show age, but the system saves and loads data perfectly.
* **Controllers:** Includes **two official Sony DualShock 2 wired controllers**. Both have been tested for "button mash" responsiveness and analogue stick drift; they show standard wear but remain firm and fully playable.
* **Packaging:** **Unit Only.** This console is supplied in secure, protective packaging. It does not include the original retail box or manuals.
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## What's Included?
* Sony PlayStation 2 Original "Fat" Console (Black)
* **2x Official Sony DualShock 2 Wired Controllers** (Black)
* **1x UK Mains Power Lead** (Figure-8 C7)
* **1x Proprietary AV Multi-Out Composite Cable** (Red/White/Yellow)
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## What's NOT Included?
* **No Memory Card** (Required to save game progress)
* **No HDMI Adapter** (Requires an AV-to-HDMI converter for most modern TVs)
* **No Network Adaptor**
* **No Original Retail Box**
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## Key Specifications
* **Brand:** Sony
* **Model:** PlayStation 2 Original (Fat) - SCPH-3000x / 3900x / 500xx
* **Processor:** 128-bit "Emotion Engine" @ 294.9 MHz
* **Graphics:** "Graphics Synthesizer" @ 147 MHz
* **Media:** DVD-ROM, CD-ROM (Backwards compatible with PS1)
* **Audio:** Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS support (via Optical Out)
* **Ports:** 2x Controller Ports, 2x Memory Card Slots, 2x USB 1.1, 1x Optical Out, 1x Expansion Bay
* **Video Output:** AV Multi-Out (Supports Composite, S-Video, Component, and RGB)
* **Condition:** Used, B-Grade (Light wear; Includes 2 controllers)
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| Condition | Pre-Owned: Grade B |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 6 Months |
| Brand | Sony |
| Store Name | Harpurhey |