Commodore News Page - News: Hardware

c0pperdragon - Amiga Digital Video Hack

A new hardware project from c0pperdragon, the "Amiga Digital Video Hack". This modification makes it possible to connect digital video signals to the Amiga 23 pin video connector. These digital signals can then be used to feed into an up-scaler like the RGBtoHDMI to generate perfect HDMI.

2023-02-24 - 12:10:00 - Week: 8 - Item number: 11050 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

C64 Customs - Turbo Chameleon 64 V2

You can watch a new video from the C64 Customs YouTube channel. In this episode, a look at the Turbo Chameleon 64 V2 from Individual Computers.

2023-02-24 - 12:07:00 - Week: 8 - Item number: 11047 - Category: C64, Hardware

Chris Edwards Restoration - PiStorm32

Chris Edwards Restoration has made a new YouTube video. In this video, Chris talks about the Amiga 1200 PiStorm32-Lite expansion card.

2023-02-17 - 12:16:00 - Week: 7 - Item number: 11036 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Reviving Retro - C64 Saver v2

You can watch a new video from the Reviving Retro YouTube channel. In this episode, the build of a C64 Saver v2 from Bwack.

2023-02-17 - 12:14:00 - Week: 7 - Item number: 11034 - Category: C64, Hardware

HxC floppy emulator - v2.14.4.1

For the HxC floppy emulator is new firmware available. The HxC floppy emulator is a replacement of a 3.5 inch disk-drive in for example an Amiga or a Atari ST. Recent changes in the firmware: Improvements for Sync, XML, H8D Heathkit, QuickDisk, DiscFerret DFI Loader, Stream, IMD File Writer, MSA File Writer, Kryoflux, FDX and Logic analyzer.

2023-02-17 - 12:08:00 - Week: 7 - Item number: 11028 - Category: Commodore, Hardware

8-Bit Resurgence - Retro Computer Wall

You can now watch a new video from the 8-Bit Resurgence YouTube channel. In this episode a look at a way to store your retro computer collection on a wall for easy access, and it also looks great.

2023-02-10 - 12:20:00 - Week: 6 - Item number: 11019 - Category: Commodore, Hardware

AmigaPortal.de is a German forum for the Amiga user. The sections of the forum are: Hardware, software, games, emulation, pixel, video, MorphOS, PC, tutorials, music, internet and an English section.

The Denial forum is a forum for the Commodore VIC20 computer.

Retrohax - Amiga 2000 (7)

Retrohax has written a blog about building a brand new Amiga 2000 computer. You can now look at part 7 of the project in his blog.

2023-02-10 - 12:14:00 - Week: 6 - Item number: 11013 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Jan Beta - EVO64

A new YouTube video from Jan Beta. In this video: Jan is looking at the new EVO64 replacement motherboard for the Commodore C64 computer.

2023-02-10 - 12:08:00 - Week: 6 - Item number: 11007 - Category: C64, Hardware

8-Bit Resurgence - MEGA65

You can now watch a new video from the 8-Bit Resurgence YouTube channel. In this episode a look at the Mega65. This is a first impressions video that provides an unbiased view of the machine from unboxing to learning the first key things that need to be known in order to function effectively with this computer.

2023-02-03 - 12:23:00 - Week: 5 - Item number: 10998 - Category: 8-Bit NextGen, Hardware

Wolfgang Kierdorf - A500 invisible Gotek

A new YouTube video from Wolfgang Kierdorf is now available. In this episode, Wolfgang is installing an invisible Gotek inside an Amiga 500 computer.

2023-02-03 - 12:16:00 - Week: 5 - Item number: 10991 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Greaseweazle Tools v1.7

Keir Fraser has released updates for the Greaseweazle hardware. The recent changes are:
Improvements for reading IPF images with weak tracks.

2023-02-03 - 12:10:00 - Week: 5 - Item number: 10985 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

TheRetroChannel - VIC-II Kawari

Mark Sawicki has made a new video for his YouTube channel. In this video Mark shows the full size VIC-II Kawari - HDMI for the Commodore C64 computer.

2023-02-03 - 12:01:00 - Week: 5 - Item number: 10976 - Category: C64, Hardware

UNI64.com - uAX64

A new version of the uAX64 is now available in the UNI64.com web shop. The improvements are: ROM-SET switching, VIC Dot Noise Fix (potentiometer), 3 pin header for alternative 5V regulators, improved slot performance and teardrops on all pins.

The introduction video of the uAX64.

2023-01-20 - 12:23:00 - Week: 3 - Item number: 10952 - Category: C64, Hardware

RMC - Simulant mechanical USB Keyboard

In this episode of the RetroManCave: The Simulant mechanical USB Keyboard. With the history of making this keyboard and a comparison with an original Amiga keyboard.

2023-01-20 - 12:19:00 - Week: 3 - Item number: 10949 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

8-Bit Resurgence - C64 keycaps

You can now watch a new video from the 8-Bit Resurgence YouTube channel. In this episode a look at replacement keycaps for the Commodore C64 computer.

2023-01-13 - 12:20:00 - Week: 2 - Item number: 10929 - Category: C64, Hardware

Mega65

Paul Gardner-Stephen is working on a FPGA version of the Commodore C65. His goal is to make an 8-bit computer for the 21st century. Most recent updates: Adding colour to the MEGA65's Composite Output, Comparing the Graphics Capabilities of the MEGA65 and Amiga, Working on Composite Video Output for the MEGA65 Expansion Board and DIY Keyboard.

2023-01-13 - 12:16:00 - Week: 2 - Item number: 10925 - Category: 8-Bit NextGen, Hardware

TheRetroChannel - C64/128 RF modulator

Mark Sawicki has made a new video for his YouTube channel. In this video Mark shows how to replace the RF modulator in a Commodore C64/128 computer.

2023-01-13 - 12:02:00 - Week: 2 - Item number: 10911 - Category: C64, Hardware

PiStorm32-lite - Amiga 1200

PiStorm32-lite is a hardware expansion for the Amiga 1200, developed by Claude Schwarz. This expansion makes it possible to emulate a fast 68k processor and supports extra IO such as HDMI, USB and Ethernet.

2023-01-06 - 12:02:00 - Week: 1 - Item number: 10888 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Amiga Love - Parceiro II

You can watch a new video on the Amiga Love YouTube channel. In this episode the Parceiro II. The Parceiro II is a RAM expansion, RTC, SD and a multi KickStart-loader for the Amiga 1000.

2022-12-30 - 12:17:00 - Week: 52 - Item number: 10882 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Commodore History - 2000K & 3000H video mod

You can watch a new video from the Commodore History YouTube channel. In this video the modification of the 2000K and the 3000H game-console from a RF output-signal to a video output-signal.

2022-12-23 - 12:12:00 - Week: 51 - Item number: 10855 - Category: KIM-1, PET, CBM, Hardware

Minimig v1.91

The Minimig revision 9 is now available. The improvement are 6 layers PCB, LED voltage indicators, fast CBTD shifters, OCS/ECS MIA chip. Support for 60MHz MC68SEC000, TF030 @ 50MHz and PiStorm kick.rom caching.

2022-12-23 - 12:06:00 - Week: 51 - Item number: 10849 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

The Guru Meditation - Amiga Tank Mouse

In this episode of the Guru Meditation: Bill talks about the new wireless Amiga Tank Mouse that can be used on an Amiga computer or a modern PC. The Amiga Tank Mouse is developed by Lukas Remis, and can connect via Bluetooth or WiFi/USB.

2022-12-16 - 12:18:00 - Week: 50 - Item number: 10840 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Retrohax - Beast64 (2)

Retrohax has written a blog about modifying a Commodore C64 computer. The modifications are: A BeamRacer, c0pperdragon, SD2IEC, Ultimate1541 II+, Switchless ROM, SIDFX and a C= Key.

2022-12-16 - 12:08:00 - Week: 50 - Item number: 10830 - Category: C64, Hardware

10 MARC - BFG 9060

A new episode of the 10 Minute Amiga Retro Cast is now available. In this episode: Installing the BFG 9060 accelerator in an Amiga 3000 or 4000 computer. This 68060 accelerator is developed by Matthias Heinrichs.

2022-12-09 - 12:17:00 - Week: 49 - Item number: 10818 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Retro Tech Insanity - 6502 & C64

You can watch a new video from the Retro Tech Insanity YouTube channel. In this episode an attempt to use a 6502 processor in a Commodore C64 computer.

2022-12-09 - 12:16:00 - Week: 49 - Item number: 10817 - Category: C64, Hardware

ZuluSCSI v1.1.5

ZuluSCSI is a SCSI to SD-card interface. The ZuluSCSI can emulate a SCSI (1 & 2) hard disk or CD-ROM drive and stores the data on a SD-card.

2022-12-09 - 12:15:00 - Week: 49 - Item number: 10816 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Arctic Retro - Clearvideo VIC20

You can now watch a new video from the Arctic retro YouTube channel. In this video the installation of a Clearvideo modification in a Commodore VIC20 computer.

2022-12-09 - 12:13:00 - Week: 49 - Item number: 10814 - Category: VIC-20, Hardware

GoFloppy Drive

GoFloppy Drive is a floppy drive emulator similar to the "Gotek" commonly used in retro hardware. The GoFloppy is developed by Andrew Hutchings and can be used in Amiga computers but also the Acorn Archimedes, Acorn RiscPC, BBC Micro, Atari Falcon, etc.

2022-12-09 - 12:08:00 - Week: 49 - Item number: 10809 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Jan Beta - Competition Pro clone

A new YouTube video from Jan Beta. In this video: Jan is building a Competition Pro joystick clone. He uses an arcade joystick & buttons in a 3D-printed case.

2022-12-09 - 12:07:00 - Week: 49 - Item number: 10808 - Category: Commodore, Hardware

RAD Expansion Unit - C64/C128

The RAD Expansion Unit is a cartridge for the C64/C128 with a Raspberry Pi. The RAD can emulate a RAM Expansion Units such as the CBM 1700/1750/1764, CLD Super 1750 Clone, CMD 1750/1750XL and GeoRAM/NeoRAM. There is also a menu for REU-images, GeoRAM-images, NUVIE's and PRG's.

2022-12-02 - 12:20:00 - Week: 48 - Item number: 10800 - Category: C64, Hardware

Steve Gray - Commodore V364

Steve Gray started a new hardware project: Building a clone of the Commodore V364 proto-type computer. At this moment he has a keyboard with custom keycaps and a mock-up case. The next step is the speech hardware.

2022-12-02 - 12:16:00 - Week: 48 - Item number: 10796 - Category: C16, C116, Plus/4, Hardware

VIC-II Kawari mini - C64

The VIC-II Kawari mini for the C64 computer is now available in the videogameperfection.com web-shop. The VIC-II Kawari is a hardware replacement for the VIC-II chip with extra features.

2022-12-02 - 12:13:00 - Week: 48 - Item number: 10793 - Category: C64, Hardware

CRG - Building a new Amiga 2000

A new YouTube video from CRG. In this video the built of a new Amiga A2000 computer. This is a redesigned A2000 motherboard that fits in a modern PC-case.

2022-12-02 - 12:02:00 - Week: 48 - Item number: 10782 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Commodore LCD

Steve Gray started a new hardware project: The Commodore LCD. This will be a clone of the Commodore LCD proto-type. At this moment he has a working PCB, a keyboard and a 3D printed case. Steve is now testing a LCD screen.

2022-11-25 - 12:17:00 - Week: 47 - Item number: 10777 - Category: 8-Bit NextGen, Hardware

GadgetUK164 - A2630

A new video from GadgetUK164. In this video an upgrade and test of a Commodore A2630 CPU accelerator card.

2022-11-25 - 12:12:00 - Week: 47 - Item number: 10772 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Wolfgang Kierdorf - Amiga 500 / 500+

A new YouTube video from Wolfgang Kierdorf is now available. In this episode Wolfgang is upgrading an Amiga 500 computer into an Amiga 500+ computer with 1 MB Chipram, SuperDenise and Kickstart 2.0.

2022-11-25 - 12:03:00 - Week: 47 - Item number: 10763 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Mega65

Paul Gardner-Stephen is working on a FPGA version of the Commodore C65. His goal is to make an 8-bit computer for the 21st century. Most recent updates: Let's start doing something about those missing expansion ports, MEGA65 MK-II Keyboard PCB Design and DIY USB JTAG and UART connection for the MEGA65.

2022-11-18 - 12:07:00 - Week: 46 - Item number: 10747 - Category: 8-Bit NextGen, Hardware

Cameron Kaiser - SX64 2FA

Cameron Kaiser made two-factor authentication possible by using a Commodore SX64 computer. The big advantage is that you have a hard time misplacing your 2FA device, and you can identify your keys by using different coloured diskettes for each key.

2022-11-18 - 12:00:00 - Week: 46 - Item number: 10740 - Category: C64, Hardware

Jan Derogee - 1530 calibration

A new hardware project from Jan Derogee. This time he is working on the speed calibration of a Commodore 1530.

2022-11-11 - 12:19:00 - Week: 45 - Item number: 10738 - Category: Commodore, Hardware

Tentelian Retro - Commotron Gamepad Turbo 2000 Super

Tentelian Retro is a YouTube channel for retro computer users (German language). In this episode: The Commotron Gamepad Turbo 2000 Super for the Commodore, Atari, Amiga and many other retro computers.

2022-10-28 - 12:20:00 - Week: 43 - Item number: 10697 - Category: Commodore, Hardware

GadgetUK164 - GottaGoFaZt3r 256MB

A new video from GadgetUK164. In this video the built of an GottaGoFaZt3r 256MB RAM Zorro 3 expansion-card for the Amiga computer. This expansion is developed by LIV2 (Matt Harlum).

2022-10-28 - 12:18:00 - Week: 43 - Item number: 10695 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Linus Akesson - The Commodordion

Linus Akesson has made the Commodordion from two Commodore C64 computers, al lot of diskettes and gaffer-tape. The only thing is that it is not an easy instrument to play.

2022-10-28 - 12:13:00 - Week: 43 - Item number: 10690 - Category: C64, Hardware

Retrohax - A500 Power-supply

Retrohax has written a blog about modifying an Amiga 500 power-supply. He replaces the old PCB with a new Meanwell power supply.

2022-10-28 - 12:01:00 - Week: 43 - Item number: 10678 - Category: Amiga, Hardware

Silvestron's bits & bytes - C64 Pico

You can now watch a new video from the Silvestron's bits & bytes YouTube-channel. In this video you can watch the built of the C64 Pico. The C64 Pico is a Raspberry Pi Pico with the MCUME software (Multi CompUter Machine Emulator). The schematics, PCB designs and the MCUME software is available to build your own C64 Pico.

2022-10-21 - 12:20:00 - Week: 42 - Item number: 10676 - Category: C64, Hardware