Longboard SID Noise Reduction Mod Simplified
TheRetroChannel explains how to reduce background noise from the Commodore 64’s SID chip and repurpose its audio-in pin for Chroma output.
Exploring the MIDISID Morpheus Synth Module
Ms Mad Lemon explores the MIDISID Morpheus, shaping authentic C64-inspired tones and discovering how this compact synth blends classic SID sound with modern control.
C64 Bad ROM Fixes
Lee from More Fun Fixing It repairs two faulty Commodore 64s using a Yahua 948 desoldering station. A practical and fun repair deep dive.
Commodore Name Battle Round 2: Lawsuit And Finger-Pointing
The Commodore name battle has gone from heated debates to courtroom drama. Commodore Industries has filed suit against Commodore International, igniting a trademark war decades in the making.
Sysop-64 HDMI Color Control Expands Commodore 64 Visuals
Blood Mosher’s Hack Lab reveals how the Sysop-64 FPGA Linux cartridge transforms the Commodore 64’s visuals. By manipulating the HDMI color palette, the project achieves a wider color range, even rivaling the Amiga’s vibrant output.
Chat64 Cartridge Review: Bringing Retro Chat to the Commodore 64
Retro Tech or Die reviews the Chat64 cartridge, a modern plug-and-play add-on that connects the Commodore 64 to a global chat room network.
Commodore Treasure Haul: 8-Bit Show and Tell’s Epic Rescue of Retro History
Robin from 8-Bit Show and Tell recounts a chaotic trip that led to the ultimate Commodore treasure haul—ten boxes of rare 8-bit history rescued from a family basement.
Legendary SID Chip and the Birth of 8-Bit Music
The Legendary SID Chip transformed the Commodore 64 from a gaming computer into a living instrument. Meet the artists who made silicon sing.
