RBSC Yamaha SFG 05/01-S OPM Cartridge
Embarking on a new project, the article details the transformation of Yamaha's CX5M MSX computers' music modules (SFG01 & SFG05) into standard MSX cartridges by the RBSC group. These cartridges,…
TRHMSX – A Simple FPGA MSX2+ clone
MSX computers hold a significant place in computing history, and their legacy continues to be celebrated through innovative approaches like FPGA synthesis. Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) provide a unique platform…
The “New” Wozblaster Reloaded (v3.3)
This is an article to document the steps to build the Wozblaster Reloaded v3.3. This version was created to use modern components as well as a specific DAC module that…
The ObsoNET cartridge for the MSX
The ObsoNET is the first network card created for the MSX. In 2004, the hardware designer Daniel Berdugo and software developer Nestor Soriano joined forces to create the board that…
The MSX SDMapper lives again!
The saga to relive a dead SDMapper!
A brand-new MSX computer in 2022 – Part 2
PCB and components arrived. So many packages, from US, Spain, Czech Republic and China. I bought two sets of PCBs, and they are slightly different. Checking the components and comparing…
A brand-new MSX computer in 2022 – Part 1
My 20 years with Microsoft and almost 40 years of MSX Imagine you my dear friend, that in the early 80’s the PC was yet to be invented. The options…
The TZXDuino Reloaded
Looking for cool projects to use with my MSX (and other vintage computers) I found the TZXDuino. It is basically a small board that combines the Arduino, a micro SD…
A GALPLA (or PLA20V8) for the Commodore 64
If you ever attempted to relive a “now vintage” C64 computer, there is a great chance that you just turned it on and got a full black (or full white)…
A cartridge for the C64 combining the Pi1541 with the Epyx fast loader
I’m working on a few side projects that are bringing my “old” 8 bit computers back to life. After some time without playing with them, I confess I’m amazed by…