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Whats the best Universally usable CRT Monitor for computers all trough the 80s and 90s? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)

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With my little Computer Collection ever growing, I think its time to get myself an actual Monitor to use these Machines. So im wondering, what Monitor has most if not all Connection Types and modes of operation to be compatible with most/ if not all Computer from the 80s till the 90s?

I heard good thing about the Commodore 1084 series, though looking online I've seen multiple versions with some connection types missing or that Monochrome mode only sometimes being there. Are there specific Models in that series perhaps? Or should I look for entirely different monitor types? Thoughts?

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

For compatibility, I would look at multsync/multiscan monitors with a wide range of supported resolutions and frequencies, preferring those for which you can find some record of consistent praise, of course.

For picture quality, I would look for aperture grille models, most of which were Sony's Trinitron brand. I think Mitsubishi and maybe a few other brands made them later on.