The Real Cost of Modernizing
I was recently gifted a Dreamcast, Controller and VMU but without any cables. I wanted to modernize it like my other consoles and did so. I figured I'd share the cost breakdown with you all. Tax breakdown is for Califonia Taxes. (edited to add noctua fan)
| Item | Price | Taxable | Sales Tax (CA) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Striker DC | $49.95 | Yes | $3.62 | $53.57 |
| SD Card | $26.99 | Yes | $1.96 | $28.95 |
| Battery | $6.59 | Yes | $0.48 | $7.07 |
| HDMI Adapter | $29.99 | Yes | $2.17 | $32.16 |
| Power Cord | $8.99 | Yes | $0.65 | $9.64 |
| PCB Repair Kit | $9.99 | Yes | $0.72 | $10.71 |
| GDEMU | $70.49 | No | $0.00 | $70.49 |
| Noctua Fan Mod | $39 .85 | Yes | $2.89 | $42.84 |
Subtotal (Taxable Items): $172.45
Sales Tax (7.25%): $12.50
Non-Taxable Total: $70.49
Grand Total: $255.44