{"product_id":"neo-geo-cd-front-loader","title":"Neo Geo CD Front Loader","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS IS A JAPANESE CONSOLE, BUT THEY ARE ALL REGION FREE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNeo Geo CD Front Loader\u003c\/strong\u003e (model CD-T01) is the original, rarest version of SNK's CD-based console, released exclusively in Japan on \u003cstrong\u003eSeptember 9, 1994.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the more common top-loading model, this version features a motorized, slide-out disc tray similar to high-end audio equipment of the era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was produced in a limited run of only \u003cstrong\u003e25,000 to 30,000\u003c\/strong\u003e units, making it a \"holy grail\" for SNK collectors due to its premium aesthetic and sturdy build quality. While it shares the same internal 1x speed drive leading to the system's infamous long loading times, it remains highly sought after for its unique form factor and its status as the launch model that first brought high-fidelity arranged soundtracks and arcade-perfect visuals to a more affordable disc format.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retronation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55590100140105,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1494\/9449\/files\/2_fba868ea-6bf2-4efc-bfda-3d37678fd402.jpg?v=1774394431","url":"https:\/\/retronationgames.com\/products\/neo-geo-cd-front-loader","provider":"Retronation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}