AuSPuFF² has developed an Amiga RGB to YPrPb component converter. The circuit is based on the “Narmi” design, but this design uses different operational amplifier and both +5 VDC and -5VDC power supplies. The circuit board is designed with SMD components to fit inside a SUB-D connector. Forum64 Thread: http://www.forum64.de[via]
перезапуск is developing an adapter that makes it possible to use a SID 8580 with a motherboard for a SID 6581. To make this possible the adapter has a 12 to 9 VDC conversion, modifications for the filter capacitors, AD-convertor (POT) and audio output. Forum64 Thread: http://www.forum64.de[via]
Zzarko developed a program that can detect and repair errors on a d64 diskette image. The program is written in the programming language Python, and can be used on many computer systems. Download: PyD64Fix-1.0.tar.gzWebsite: CSDb
k3ys developed an mini 32K RAM expansion that hides in the Commodore VIC20 cartridge port. The RAM expansion is based on the design from Adam Bergström. You can select how much RAM is active, enable or disable the cartridge and make the RAM read-only. Website: Vic-20 Denial [via]
Graham Axten developed the game RockMaze in 1996, but only released it now with the help of Dr. Science. The game is inspired by the games Boulderdash and Repton. In the game you must collect all of the diamonds to finish the level. The game has 16 levels and a level editor. Download: RockMaze +3P &E [A4].d64Website: CSDb
John Carlsen developed a video digital-to-analogue converter for the Commodore 128. This converter works together with the Gonbes GBS-8220 video converter. The video DAC converts the digital RGBI (red, green, blue, and intensity) signals accurately to the analogue levels used inside a genuine Commodore monitor.Website: http://www.bit-c128.com[via]
Lichtmichel is developing a small series of acrylic housings for the Commodore 64. You can add LED lighting and choose your own design of ventilation openings. The housing will be laser cut from acrylic and is made for the ASSY 250469 motherboard. Custom designs for other motherboards are possible.Forum64 Thread: http://www.forum64.deForum64 More Images: http://www.forum64.de
Nostalgia Nerd has published a new video review about the Commodore Game System. Manufactured and released by Commodore in late 1990, it’s production span lasted less than a year and was by all accounts a failure in most departments, especially commercial. Get the full story watching the video, along with some snippets of lesser known information. Be also aware that…
Memoirs of a Spectrum Addict is a full length documentary feature film (120-180 minutes, est.) which takes a detailed look at the ZX Spectrum, its history, its developers, its games and its fans. The film will be a unique tribute to the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. Memoirs of a Spectrum Addict will have dramatic re-enactments, interviews like you’ve never seen before…
You’ve read the comic, you’ve bought the action figure, now play the brand new game for the ZX Spectrum! Features Predefined keys! The ability to fire in two different directions – left and right! Roughly ten whole minutes of semi-challenging gameplay! Random teleportations into different areas, becoming trapped in the scenery for all eternity! The PlotWhen Flight 303 crash-lands on…
