LouD has released a new demonstration showing the stereo SID demo capabilities of the uSBSID-Pico. The setup runs two MOS8580 chips in stereo mode, delivering a rich and layered playback of Outerversal by Abyxus, released in 2025. This test highlights how the updated v1.3 PCB handles dual-chip output with impressive clarity.
The video features playback through Vice VSID SDL2, with audio carefully recorded using Audacity. To provide more depth, voices were processed with JSidplay2. For visual enthusiasts, the oscilloscope output is rendered in SidWizPlus, while the entire presentation was assembled in KdenLive. This multi-tool approach allows both the sound and visuals to shine, giving a complete view of the hardware’s potential.
The stereo SID demo showcases how two SID chips can create a broader soundstage compared to a single-chip configuration. Abyxus’s track benefits from this setup, offering listeners a chance to hear intricate layers and stereo effects that were not possible on standard hardware. It is a technical presentation that will interest both SID music fans and developers working with retro hardware.
For those who want to explore further, the SID file used in this demo is available on DeepSID. Hearing it on the uSBSID-Pico in stereo makes the piece come alive in a way that is rarely experienced. LouD’s demonstration provides a glimpse of what dual-chip SID music can achieve.
