Can 8 Bits Play MP3 ?

[Can 8 Bits Play MP3 ?]

Looks like external hardware would be necessary.

 

To be honest, the reason I was asking is because of the new VBXE video board that's being talked about on another thread. I thought that MP3 + VBXE would equal F.A.B XL !

 

Matt

[Can 8 Bits Play MP3 ?]

Maybe the files could be read from a memory card?

[New video-card for 8-bit atari...]

Looks good. TT quality on an XL!

[Can 8 Bits Play MP3 ?]

Just a hypothetical question to satisfy my curiosity.

 

Could the 8 bit pokey sound chip in the Atari 400/800/1200 computer be programmed to play MP3 music if someone wrote the appropriate software?

 

Some other 8 bit computers such as the Commodore 64, only had 4 bit sound, though the Ataris' 8 bit chip seems to give it some potential as a music player. I expect a shortage of memory would be a problem

 

Matt

[What's the latest Atari related thing(s) you've bought on ebay?]

I recently bought:

 

Atari 2600 Jr (new)

Atari 800 Keypad (new)

Trak Ball (new & sealed))

Defender & Star Raiders (new & still sealed)

 

I love my new old Atari stuff. It's new, but it's old. Y'know what I mean

 

Matt

[Most popular classic computer of your country?]

Probably the ZX Spectrum or Commodore 64 in the UK. Atari computers were more successful in Germany.

 

I remember a friend of mine showing me a German demo comparing the fast and colourful Atari 800XL to a hare and the slow Commodore 64 to a tortoise. I owned a Commodore 64

[Original "Sweet 16" Atari 1000 PCB found...]

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[Post your UNIQUE ATari 2600 item!]

This is one of mine.

WOW! Those boxed 2600 consoles look gorgeous

 

I don't have anything unique though I've got a Trak Ball still sealed in its box. I've also got a brand new Atari 800 numeric keyboard and sealed Defender and Star Raiders game with keypad.

[Question - FB2 Portable?]

Curt is asking questions about FB2 compatibility issues on cart modded systems, so that is a GREAT sign...

Sounds like things are starting to happen.....

[The Case for the Flashback 3 (and for Legacy Engineering)]

That looks really good. Let's hope Atari is following this thread

 

You know what else would be good? A joystick with an integrated paddle. The Flashback 2 really needed a paddle controller.

[The Case for the Flashback 3 (and for Legacy Engineering)]

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[Question - FB2 Portable?]

I hope not. I'm here everyday aswell

[Brand New 7800 Case?]

They didn't mention a price. Sorry.

[Best video quality?]

Buy my RGB 7800 and find out

I am soooooo tempted! No, I must be strong and start saving money instead of spending it (for the first time in my life!)

[what do you want the FB3 to be?]

Maybe something like this.....

[Flashback 2 History - Faq from Fiction...]

Perhaps this is a stupid question, but do you think this is a harmless mistake by the Flashback 2PnP FAQ or a deliberate attempt to cash in on Legacy Engineerings work?

[Best video quality?]

I think a 7800 with RGB would be the best.

 

I've read that the 2600 Jr is good if you're stuck with the televisions RF lead.

[The Case for the Flashback 3 (and for Legacy Engineering)]

But half the size so I can fit it in my house

 

Black looks good btw

Here's the portable version

[The Case for the Flashback 3 (and for Legacy Engineering)]

I like it. Or maybe a 5200 console with a 400 style keyboard would be really good

[Where's Awesome Arcades?]

Sorry Curt. Just playing detective

[Brand New 7800 Case?]

I've just received a reply from Best who tell me they don't have any cases for the 7800, only have the silver strip that goes along the top of the case.

 

Matt

[Where's Awesome Arcades?]

I notice that Awesome Arcades is closing down for the summer and that the website has gone.

 

Has this got something to do with the developement of new Flashback consoles?

[Got a 2600Jr.]

I think there are subtle differences between the different 2600 Jr's. The 2600 Jr that I'm using doesn't have as many resistors on the circuit board as some other 2600 Jr's.

[Brand New 7800 Case?]

I've just sent Best an email. I'll let you know what they say

[give me a reason to keep the 7800]

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