Faulty PLA Repair: Restoring a Dead Commodore 64
Chicken 64 restores a dead Commodore 64 through a Faulty PLA Repair, diagnosing heat issues, swapping chips, and testing every port to perfection.
STM32F4 vs RP2350: Five Real-World Differences That Matter
Piers Rocks breaks down five key differences between the STM32F4 and RP2350 microcontrollers, explaining why the STM32F4 suits his OneROM project better.
Building the DesTest MAX-Switch for Commodore 64
Neil from Retro4u builds the DesTest MAX-Switch cartridge for the Commodore 64, guiding viewers through its assembly and real-time testing.
C64 Repair Finale: The PLA Strikes Again
In the C64 repair finale, Lee from More Fun Fixing It enlists help from Adrian’s Digital Basement and Mark Fixes Stuff to tackle a perplexing Commodore 64 fault. The trio uncover an elusive PLA issue, proving that even experienced repairers can be caught off guard.
TheRetroChannel Store Move to Lectronz
TheRetroChannel shifts its online store from Tindie to Electrons, offering improved features, better global access, and new hardware releases.
50 Years of 6502 Instructions
Robin ranks the most-used 6502 instructions in the C64 ROM and shows why the tiny CPU still shapes retro computing today.
Building Commodore 64 Cartridges with IEEE Spectrum’s DIY Guide
IEEE Spectrum’s DIY guide turns a Commodore 64 cartridge into a living museum piece. Learn how 8-bit code, modern tools, and creativity meet.
Building the RP2350 One ROM USB Board
Piers Rocks redesigns the RP2350 One ROM, adding USB support and improved layout. Watch how he re-engineers this compact PCB from the ground up.
