I Fixed 3 Broken Sega Saturn consoles

[@dsouth7754]

I love seeing younger generations learning and willing to fix things instead of writing it off and throwing it away.

[@Marty]

Yes, getting rid of that boomer i-throw-everything-in-the-trash influence!

[@DamarFadlan25]

​@@Martywhy it was a trash influence?

[@MartinPiper6502]

As an old programmer who worked on these as dev kits, thank you.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you for watching :) Glad you liked the video

[@cryptocsguy9282]

@MartinPiper6502 What games did you work on ? I noticed the 6502 in your username :P

[@FR4M3Sharma]

Do you still happen to have any kit or files from the development of those games?

[@MartinPiper6502]

@cryptocsguy9282 Alien Odyssey which got canned. Also video compression and 3D stuff.

[@MartinPiper6502]

@@FR4M3Sharma no. It was decades ago.

[@victormanuelleongil8262]

You take apart these old consoles with a care worthy of a master. I tried to take apart my old Sega Dreamcast and when I put it back together I had missing parts. 😭 Watching your videos is extremely satisfying. Greetings from Mexico, Sayaka (and to anyone who might read this). Merry Christmas!

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much! Sometimes it happens to me too if I’m not super careful. Watching guides online is really helpful to keep track of the parts. Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

[@Dreammaster15089]

Sending peace and love from Ireland to Mexico and to you and your family and friends . Happy Christmas.

[@altrogeruvah]

About 10 years ago, I ordered 5 non-functional Dreamcast consoles for very little money and for the most part, it was either a bad PSU or bad laser lens, so I fixed them, cleaned them and gave most to my nephews and nieces ~ I still own my original Saturn and Dreamcast though!

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

That’s awesome! It must have been really satisfying. Did you manage to fix all of them?

[@altrogeruvah]

@@Sayakas_Digital_Attic It was really satisfying! I have zero engineering experience, just did it for the love of Sega consoles. I did fix all of them, but after a few months, one presented the same potentiometer problem you had with the 2nd Saturn, which I eventually fixed after researching it a little bit.

[@activatealmonds]

That's rad

[@MegaTheman25]

Do they actively play on it?

[@altrogeruvah]

@@MegaTheman25 Unfortunately no, they got really into brain rot mobile games shortly after. I suppose I could have resold them instead of giving them to family to begin with, but it's alright no harm done

[@stevenchadburrow]

Your soldering work is very professional. You have patience, a steady hand, and persistence to fix the issues. Great videos as always, you are a good inspiration for my young daughter. Thank you!

[@rockmanhunter]

Thank you for keeping the Saturn Legacy alive. 💙

[@QuisquamHam]

World leaders got that under control just fine, in all seriousness I am glad I found her channel, very pure work

[@rsmrsm2000]

In che mondo siamo? La cosa impressionante è che io, un vecchio appassionato di elettronica, ho imparato da una ragazzina come riparare i dispositivi della mia epoca. Congratulazioni.

[@pabloabata4635]

I love people who repair things.

[@Sorvez]

I laughed when you said be careful there could be charged capacitors. When I fixing my Sega Saturn, I got shocked twice. You're a lot better at this than I am, I enjoy your videos.

[@mevk1]

best to discharge the bigger larger volt caps first

[@123457chevy]

Watching her fix stuff and listening to her talk relaxes me for some reason.

[@avalonjustin]

Electronics repair ASMR

[@ludwikd]

Pervert

[@bloodman64123]

Brings back memories seeing these old systems. These systems are older than you. Great job bringing them back to life.

[@PiriPie-rez]

I swear, in my opinion! You’re my favorite modern KZbinr!!! Sega Saturn is obviously quite the gem!! Cheers :)) 😊💫

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Wow, thank you so much! That means a lot to me!

[@JB-kk3wx]

As a nerd who's been fixing old consoles & electronics for years, your videos really are great, The fun and love and excitement you show while repairing this stuff really reminds me of when i was really just opening up everything and going for it. keep it up!

[@vitalyjoepeachpeedarok]

Love that "And it works" impression! Good job with these repairs

[@Precurser66]

I love to see your enthusiasm when you see that the console is working. You are like "How can this be happening?!" even though it was your talent that made it work in the first place :D

[@cjh0751]

I've been following your channel from the beginning. Well done. Your an inspiration.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much!

[@networkg]

Another interesting repair video. These may not be 'tutorials' but watching is how I learn. Thank you so much.

[@BladesBasement]

Just got a Saturn last week, it was my first time playing this console and what great console!

[@haroldasraz]

Something is wonderful about the art of repair. No wonder Kintsugi has been practised in Japan for centuries.

[@nanquan491]

I love that look of surprise and happiness she has on her face whenever she tries to turn something on and it works 😄

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

That’s my “fingers crossed, please work” face!🤣😅

[@mcsilustrador]

When she says "I'll try to replace it" my heart just fill with joy. Lol! Merry Christmas to Sayaka and everyone!

[@-Astro--]

Merry Christmas 🎄🎉😊👍

[@mcsilustrador]

@@-Astro-- 😇🎄🎉😊👍

[@Scorpiove]

Me too! I love how when she fixes, it she always has a look of delightful surprise on her face. Merry Christmas! :)

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you, I'm glad you like it, Merry Christmas!😊

[@mcsilustrador]

@@Scorpiove Yeah! hahaha! Thanks man!

[@pship855]

“I just want to play some more of this game to check everything works” Of course you do 😊 Well done 👍

[@287jonny7]

I love to see these old consoles working again, especially since the sega saturn is pretty rare.

[@ArdaKaraduman]

the first 2 were kind of easy fixes, but the corroded traces on the last one requires some serious skills. well done Sayaka !

[@murrij]

This is great. When you attempt to fix and have hit your limit and broke it worse Sayaka will fix it!

[@hypersonic8917]

I just started my console modding/repairing journey this year and it has been a blast. I just modded a Dreamcast today to read games off of CompactFlash (keeping the disc drive). I also did a Saturn FRAM mod recently. Watching you troubleshoot has been really instructive. Great video!

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

That's awesome! It sounds like you're making great progress with your mods and repairs. The Dreamcast mod to read from CompactFlash is really cool!

[@erickelly8704]

Thanks!

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thanks to you! I'm really glad you enjoyed the video or found it useful. With your support I'm able to keep upgrading my equipment and improving my videos too!

[@erickelly8704]

Wish it was more enjoy your videos happy holidays

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

@@erickelly8704 That's already a lot! Happy holidays to you too!

[@hatman4476]

You're amazing fixing that sick of Saturn. I seen a lot of people fix on KZbin but you make it look like an art

[@CasperEgas]

Thats nice. Love when old consoles are repaired. Saturn is one of my favourite consoles.

[@DarKKnightt07]

As someone who owned a Sega Saturn back in the 90's with great memories of it, I totally appreciate this video. Good work.

[@thomas_xsg]

Great to see how you repair/restore the devices from my childhood. It pains me to think how many of them I've thrown away because they were broken, unaware that probably a couple simple repairs would have kept them working.

[@SoftBreadSoft]

Captain Harlock / Galaxy Express is some of my favorites, cool shirt.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

I like both too, but especially Galaxy Express! :)

[@veritanuda]

Just a tip. flux the braid not the joint. It will suck up the solder better. Thanks for sharing. Buon Natale e felice anno nuovo

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thanks for the tip. Buon natale anche a te

[@_Jester_]

I love your methodical approach to the fault finding process, and the skill to fix the issues. Keep it up. 👍

[@adamskypixelds6390]

the light in your eyes when you have fixed it is intoxicating.. reminds me of my youth, thank you

[@breakpack]

I just recently installed the Fenrir in my broken model 1 Saturn! It's fun taking these systems apart. I've been taking apart my consoles since I was young, lol.

[@claudiosartori4441]

Merry Christmas to you, girl. You do an excellent job!!!

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much! Best wishes to you too!

[@GrooveMan21]

Videos I would love to see... - Soldering & Desoldering Tutorial - Discharging Capacitors Tutorial - How you shoot & edit videos (recommended cameras & lighting, OBS configuration) - How you edit videos in DaVinci Resolve, and why you record audio separately in Audacity

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thanks for letting me know!

[@TRONMAGNUM2099]

Great job Sayaka!! The Saturn was an awesome console.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the repair 😊

[@くにtako]

The repair work was very thorough and looked like something that one would expect from someone who is very experienced. Amazing.

[@SolidSativa1]

Merry Christmas everyone ❤

[@-Astro--]

Merry Christmas 🎄🎉😊👍

[@thrashmetaldave]

Love your look of surprise when something works 😊 Wonderful restoration and repair video! Merry Christmas, Eleonora 🎄 🎅

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@MarkoVukovic0]

Great job, Sayaka! It's so good to see these awesome vintage consoles being brought back to life instead of just ending up in a landfill.

[@Doc_Hollladay]

I love how happy you get when it works. Great job repairing things!!😊

[@crepuscularr]

your work on old tech is so cool and admirable!! i've always wanted to get into the hobby to help keep older technology alive, and seeing you successfully repair almost every piece of tech you get your hands on is very inspiring :D keep doing what you do, its amazing!!

[@rjbiii]

And it works! 🎉

[@CallardAndBowser]

I think it looks cool in speeded up video how the heated up solder get wicked into that copper wick braiding, when you are removing it. Cool !

[@tonybennett7145]

Love watching you tickle these different consoles. Your fault finding and solder work are fantastic. Your explanation of faults is also great. Thank you. Keep em coming!

[@rmarsyoutube]

Your soldering skills are phenomenal love your videos beauty and brains 👍

[@SirHeadly84]

You're doing great work! I found your channel watching TronicsFix. I also watch TheCod3r as well. You do great work. I like how you sre often surprised that you are able to fix things. I also noticed you often smile when you realize its time to open a console/device. I can tell you love what you do. I hope you make it to 1M+ subscribers some day. I cant wait to see what you get into next!

[@sergeaudenaert]

Great to see your channel flourishing - up to the 100K -:)

[@Migueljuegos]

Wow those tracks were too small, 😅great job. It always makes me smile every time I see the thumbnails of your videos, because you always look so proud of your work. keep it up!😊

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much! Yes, they were really tiny, almost as small as a hair😅

[@ragingsithmaster]

​@@Sayakas_Digital_Attic It's like brain surgery, especially with the tiny circuits found in more modern consoles, where you need a keen eye and VERY steady hand. Always fascinated watching you work! Well done!

[@Alon_Does]

Great catch with the last one! Maybe that cap burst before and someone replaced it incorrectly 😅

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

It could be! Because it didn't seem to be in bad condition...

[@daydreamerw]

you made me be a little less anxious about my job at a technic repair service, thanks! :D

[@danic0208]

Tolles Video wieder zu deinen erfolgreichen Reperaturen Sayakas. Du bist super wie du immer die fehler findest und alles erklärst .

[@GentielioGaming]

I really love that you show how to fix things. It was helpfull for me to learn things. Some other youtubers say what they have done but you are actually showing it.❤

[@sanity1123]

I’ve only ever owned a PlayStation myself, but watching all these videos of yours is always so great! You’re really clever and talented when it comes to fixing these consoles. I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for taking us on the journey with you 🙂

[@808v1]

Nice work, I still smile so much when you say, 'it works!' after one of your repairs. Thank you!

[@awall1701]

Another enjoyable video, I do enjoy seeing these old console come back to life again. Keep up the good work.

[@XyNoST]

Sega Saturn is super underrated ! (well it is here in Canada). Cool to see the Saturn getting some love outside of Japan !

[@gokusupersaiyan6]

You are very brave not checking for shorts around that varistor 😅😅. Great video, I really enjoy them!

[@DivelhenDpA]

Orgoglio nazionale! Buone feste Sayaka!

[@RetroRockGamer]

This kind of work blows my mind, i cant imagine being able to do this stuff.

[@idio-syncrasy]

I love the joyous reaction you give when the games work. Great content.

[@SeanUCF]

Sega Saturn is my all time favorite console. Thanks for showing your work in restoring these 🙂

[@lprophit]

im doing this kind of thing as a novis with barley any electrical engineering training on music gear consoles/ turntables so these kinds of vids help my troubleshooting abilities

[@Icehawk2k7]

Excellent work keeping those Saturns alive. Also nice choice with the Captain Harlock shirt. Keep being awesome! 🤟

[@retrotony4119]

I was a 12 year old boy when the Saturn came out in 95. Got it as a Christmas gift and it was the biggest console I got up until that point. As time passed, it sat in my parents basement. I recently dug it out and it didn’t work. I had to replace all the capacitors and it did the trick. Nice to see these consoles have life again.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thanks! Glad it’s working again!

[@Zehh35]

One of the best channels on youtube! So cool!

[@SolaireofAstora-c4n]

I absolutely loved the Sega Saturn, it’s great to see what they look like inside and see them being fixed. Merry Christmas 🎅🎄

[@Mekazas]

I love your exuberance when you fix something! You are quite talented and i love to watch your repairs. Good eye on that reversed cap too!

[@nodreamer-u2i]

I really admire that you have the ability to repair electronic devices, including video games, I wish I had that skill.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you!

[@mrjsv4935]

Nice repairs. I'm surprised the capacitor installed wrong way hadn't exploded in similar way as the varistor, but I guess the bottom of it gave in and let the juice out corroding the board.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

It could be, but as someone else suggested, maybe they replaced a capacitor that had previously exploded incorrectly

[@yocobicus]

This brings me joy. I normally deal with front end software issues. So, learning more about fixing and the planning steps to think what could be the issue is neat. I hope the same can be done for current technology. I feel more is built to fail and not built to be adjusted, but I hope I am wrong.

[@eltanodelcassa]

Just found your channel today thanks to KZbin recommendations, and I absolutely love your content! Watching do these repairs is really fun and enjoyable 💕 Keep up the good job! Much love from Argentina 💞

[@musicislife7512]

You work better than many professional on the market ,the only difference they have a piece of paper that convinces their self that they know waht shit they are doing !

[@takseeto]

love seeing your enthusiasm when you fix something. Thats cool you found somthing positive to pour your energy into. keep living your dreams. never stop being a student of life. good luck

[@robgman9215]

I love it when people fix old game systems! Respect to the retro game industry, never give up on these old systems. If a system can't be fixed then part it out... Never let games and consoles end up in landfills.

[@dankcreme3687]

I dont know anything about electrical stuff but i love watching stuff like this its so theraputic 😂

[@gregedowski9209]

That was pretty awesome watching/learning. Keep up the great videos!

[@baconatorrodriguez4651]

The system of my teen years! Not the best, but I wouldn't change those Sega and Capcom arcade games.

[@Ca11mero]

Very cozy to watch :D

[@sjoer]

Probably one of the most illusive consoles of my youth, we used to play VirtuaFighter a LOT!

[@MasterFeiFongWong]

WELL DONE YOU SAVED IT!!!

[@Nevakonaza.]

You're amazing! Love seeing what would otherwise go to tech heaven most likely ending up in a landfill get put back into good working order. :)

[@zachb5947]

Omg.. I saw a short that was interesting so I figured I'd check on your channel and seeing this as the first video and my personal appreciation for the Sega Saturn.. I love you instantly. Lol. You're awesome. ❤👍

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you like my channel!

[@danbray1824]

My best friend had a Saturn, i remember having a sega cd and being so jealous 😅

[@yossiwibowo1786]

But the sega cd x was a sick cool looking disc Man 🎉 just like a lovely Dreamcast

[@xXDelorXx]

Very good job 👍I also have a Saturn in my collection and luckily it still works. I wish you a Merry Christmas🎄✨

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

It's great that it still works, happy holidays to you too!

[@TheHobbsTV]

Your videos are absolutely amazing! Love the enthusiasm, its infectious!!

[@seguramlk]

That trace work was really good. Keep on going 👍

[@nikolainyegaard]

I just found you on Threads, and I love this type of content. Definitely subscribed!

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you so much!

[@denilsul11]

Like! Sega Saturn the Console from another Planet!

[@KooL_D]

It's funny that you brought this up. I recently played thru Quake on the Saturn thru emulation and now I'm addicted to old school Sega right now. Good shit as always

[@jayd9667]

Holy cow! Very relaxing video and glad you could repair them! Great work

[@RalonsoF1]

Well done! I still have my personal unit of Sega Saturn, since its release back in 1995 😊. It is almost untouched and kept well preserved in his original packaging.

[@avalonjustin]

Sayaka's repairwoman skill is at 100!

[@stevenlalewicz6260]

Thanks

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you for watching this repair and the support, I'm happy that you liked it 😊

[@zeno_aratus]

absolutely love your work - its very addictive watching and also satisfying

[@KosakaTube]

Nice video as usual 😁. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thanks for your work and contents.

[@Sayakas_Digital_Attic]

Thank you, same to you!

[@SirBennyMiles]

I really love your methodical approach 👍🏼 Nice Video ending with a great success 😊