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PowerBase Mini

$49.99
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SKU:
SAG00PMB
UPC:
010086016208
PowerBase Mini

The Power Base Mini, similar to Sega’s original Power Base Converter, allows you to play Sega Master System games on the Sega Genesis / Megadrive. The Power Base Mini only supports cartridge games, card games are not supported.

Features:

  • Mini size that fits in any official Genesis / Mega-drive system†
  • Works in some clones, including the RetroN5 and Retro Freak*
  • Pause Button
  • Supports Master System carts**

Specificaitons:

  • 50 Pin Master System edge connector
  • Active reset circuit
  • Pause button

† Nomad and Genesis 3 requires upgrade to work with Master System games. (Google: Nomad Master System Mod)

* We do not guarantee operation on any specific clone hardware, except the the RetroN5 and Retro Freak.

** Does NOT support Master System card games or any accessory that requires the card slot.

12 Reviews

  • 5
    JVC X`eye

    Posted by Misty on Jan 8th 2025

    Works flawlessly on my JVC X`eye! Appreciate the small size, it`s very convenient and looks good.

    (The package looks like it might have a misprint - while the listing doesn`t mention it, the back of the box says the X`eye doesn`t work. I think that`s only meant to be on the PowerBase Mini FM box?)

  • 5
    Perfect size for Sega Nomad!

    Posted by Jean Paul Oyhenart on Sep 15th 2021

    I have the original powerbase converter for the genesis. But I needed something more compact to take on the go. The original powerbase converter doesnt work with the nomad but this one does. Its phenomenal! Works perfect with no issues whatsoever. For those of you who don't know the Nomad isn't backwards compatible even with the powerbase. You still need to upgrade it internally. But the powerbase mini fits perfect. I use it on my genesis ii and on my nomad daily. I highly recommend it.

  • 3
    reset botton

    Posted by Hammad on Aug 27th 2021

    The reset botton of the console not works or sometime hangs the game, every time i want to chage the game in a multicart i have to turn off the console and turn it on again. It cannot run sega 1000SG games.

  • 5
    Awesome!

    Posted by Pete Roderick on Jul 2nd 2021

    Works like a charm in my model 2 Genesis. Pause button is great, too!

  • 4
    Review from lancep2015

    Posted by lancep2015 on May 10th 2015

    Mr Nathan I will not work plugged into the 32X since the 32X hardware hinds the chips this looks for.

    Mr George I haven't tryied or konw of anyone who did I say may be.

  • 5
    Review from Matt

    Posted by Matt on Sep 3rd 2014

    Tried it in both a Genesis and a Retron 5, works like a charm with all my Master System games! Excellent product.

  • 5
    Review from Nathan

    Posted by Nathan on Aug 27th 2014

    Does it work when plugged into a 32X ?

  • 5
    Review from George

    Posted by George on Aug 23rd 2014

    Will this work with the RetroGen adapter?

  • 5
    Review from tpm1999

    Posted by tpm1999 on Jun 1st 2014

    I have been using this with my Retron 5 and my favorite SMS game Phantasy Star. Works like a charm!