PS1 spare parts and mods, the parts and mods collection for the original Sony PlayStation and PSone slim.
Browse PS1 parts by upgrade type
- PS1 HDMI mods. PixelFX Retro Gem internal HDMI (PS1 fat / SCPH-1000 to SCPH-9000 only, not slim PSone), Hyperkin external HDMI cable
- PS1 controllers. Retro Fighters Defender wireless
- PS1 wireless, 8BitDo Bluetooth retro receiver
- PS1 cables. Tomee S-Video AV
- PSone slim accessories, replacement rubber feet, repair parts
The original Sony PlayStation launched in 1994 (1995 PAL) and the PSone slim followed in 2000. Both still play beautifully on a CRT and now run via HDMI on modern TVs through external cables or internal mods. ZedLabz stocks PixelFX's Retro Gem internal HDMI mod, the Hyperkin external HDMI cable, Retro Fighters Defender wireless controllers, the 8BitDo Bluetooth retro receiver and Tomee S-Video cables.
Quick picks for any PS1 setup
- Easy entry point: the Hyperkin HDMI cable, plug-and-play 720p output via the original AV port, USB-powered. Works on PS1 fat and PSone slim.
- The everyday upgrade: Hyperkin HDMI cable plus the 8BitDo Bluetooth retro receiver, which lets compatible Bluetooth controllers connect to the original PS1 console for wireless play. The Retro Fighters Defender is a separate wireless controller option.
- The pro choice: PixelFX Retro Gem HDMI internal mod for genuine digital lag-free output, with Wi-Fi firmware updates. Rated advanced soldering by the manufacturer.
The PS1 mod ladder
- External HDMI: the Hyperkin cable converts AV to 720p HDMI without opening the console.
- Internal HDMI mod: PixelFX Retro Gem with the PS1-specific main flex ribbon. Per the product page, this is an advanced internal install requiring small-pitch IC soldering experience.
- Wireless controllers: 8BitDo Bluetooth retro receiver lets you pair modern Bluetooth pads. Retro Fighters Defender wireless gamepad uses 2.4GHz with a dongle.
- Cables and AV: Tomee S-Video and other AV cables for CRT setups.
- Repair parts: PSone slim rubber feet, rebuild parts for ageing units.
Shipped worldwide. Message support if you need help choosing between an external HDMI cable and an internal PixelFX Retro Gem mod.
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PS1 Spare Parts and Mods. FAQs
External HDMI cable or internal Retro Gem for PS1?
External (Hyperkin cable) is the right choice for plug-and-play 720p with no soldering. Retro Gem is for builders chasing genuine digital lag-free output and advanced scaling, it's an internal mod rated advanced soldering by PixelFX. Cables work on every PS1 immediately; the Retro Gem is an internal install and benefits from prior soldering experience.
Will the 8BitDo Bluetooth receiver work on PS1 and PS2?
Yes. The 8BitDo Bluetooth Retro Receiver for PS1 and PS2 plugs into the original controller port and pairs with modern Bluetooth controllers (8BitDo, Xbox Series, PS5, Switch Pro, etc.). It's plug-and-play, no soldering, no firmware setup beyond Bluetooth pairing.
Why mod a PS1 today?
Mainly for picture and convenience on modern TVs. The PS1's analogue output looks soft on a 4K HDMI display; an HDMI mod (cable or Retro Gem) restores a clean image without scaler lag. Wireless controllers via 8BitDo or Retro Fighters remove the cable run from your couch. None of this is mandatory, a CRT-equipped setup needs none of these mods.
Are the Retro Gem and Hyperkin cable compatible with PSone slim?
The Hyperkin HDMI cable supports both PS1 fat and PSone slim via the original AV port. The PixelFX Retro Gem PS1 install uses the PS1 fat motherboard layout, confirm the model your unit is before ordering the Retro Gem flex.
