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Saying that something is overpriced because something else is even more overpriced is perhaps not the strong argument you hope it is.
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Compared to that (and bearing in mind both the Amiga and the 060 are both old hardware), 500-600 euros are not overpriced at all. |
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I agree with your comment that the ZX Spectrum had a "very endearing look, much like the C64" and I believe that this has contributed to the success of the ZX Spectrum Next and THEC64. I think the Amiga has some classic designs especially the A1200 and A3000, so much so that there are replacement A1200 cases http://amigaonthelake.com/amiga-a1200-case-white/ and mini A3000 cases https://www.checkmate1500plus.com/ I think there would be significant backing for an Amiga Next Kickstarter with an FPGA based system (Vampire?) in an A1200 style case with CherryMX compatible keyboard (for keycap fans) and SD card slot for removable media, that could be plugged straight into a TV much like the Raspberry Pi 400. |
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But for anyone else, to make the custom chips would cost a lot. FPGA is the only solution. It is here and it is affordable. I mean UNAMIGA at 150-175 Euro depending on model - come on, NO BRAINER! Can't beat it. UNAMIGA is the Mic Drop product if you ask me, considering how much it costs to put DE10 NANO together. Of course the DE10 has many other capabilities, and I believe it is faster than the other FPGA implementations. UNAMIGA is 2x A3000 at 10.88 Mips, RTG, AGA, 9pin support - it is just lovely really. For those wanting Amiga, I don't see how this product at the price it is being offered doesn't go STRAIGHT TO THE TOP of FPGA options for Amiga fans. ...now THIS is how a 'hobbyproject" is done Chucky!. No "diskheads" made this guy fold and go into hermit mode. |
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Fun projects, not at all expensive to explore - except Vampire of course. DO IT! Explore them. People supporting the cores are doing lovely work, and deserve the support. P.S. Using FPGA for each specific chip would be expensive (one FPGA per chip?), a bit pointless, and my understanding is that the original chipset still holds some mysteries that have not been fully ported. These FPGAs we have simulate the entire chipset inside the core - so they are doing what you suggest - many chips inside of one more powerful chip. You know how it is, you make a real apple one way only, and once it is apple sauce, it can't be an apple anymore. |
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But there's a hint of truth in it: Playing Gloom, AB3D, especially FEARS is what makes me sad. It's the most miserable, void-of-imagination period in Amiga gaming. Made me think OK, I think I'll do something else with my time. Amiga Magazine headlines were just embarrassing at that point. Praising a turd like FEARS |
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To be honest, if there is one Amiga that gets NO LOVE it is the 1000. An UNAMIGA header for an A1000 would be amazing - turn those old 1000s into awesome machines that can dance with 1200 any day. |
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Stephen did the Checkmate 1500 - so we really have a great desktop case already that does a lot in the A3000 form factor. And while that is definitely a nice case, doing the A1000 case run would be killer! The A1000 case with replaceable back panels is really quite versatile in adopting to many needs. It would be a lovely point to come back to, bring back the A1000 - the original. In place of the 256kb RAM upgrade put in ability for CD or cards, or other things - that could still be covered to maintain the look. Beige and Black color. Ability to support PC hardware even in mITX form. I know what I described above is Stephen's Checkmate 1500, which I supported as well. But it doesn't look like an A1000. That classic revolutionary first should be remade! |
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I agree that the wedge for some reason to me is the perfect Amiga. But that 1000 format is nice. It makes me think of 128D, but better. 3000 is pretty, I agree with Stephen's preference for it, and his Checkmate 1500 was just lovely tribute to the 3000. Really can't be done better. I would do one thing for his cases that would make them PERFECT. I suggested it, he didn't go for it though. You know what...let me nag him one more time about it. - yeah, no go on that idea. It's OK, I managed to get it done for my case. Last edited by YouKnowWho; 14 January 2021 at 17:54. |
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I did a conversion of a 128D case into an HTPC. Welding in a new bed for PC motherboard and everything. Takes 1/2 height PCIe cards - the works. I kept the floppy lock on front, but behind the floppy I put in a slot loading DVD-ROM. So the 5 1/4 bay is still functional, but for DVD loading. I think it came out smashing. Oh, this 128D case, I did hack away at it. Since it was a HTPC, I put in a VFD to show media title playback on the front of the unit. Nothing offensive - 2 line VFD to show track info for music. I'm lining up a few A1000 conversions - it's going to be fun! I hope I don't run out of winter to get it done. Have to stop wasting time on here, and talking about TF1260s that don't exist and never will and get to it! Thing is, I need to retrobrite and few things, and we're too far away from the sun right now!. ...I think. |
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