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New Plugin, inSIDious, Brings Classic Commodore 64 Sound To Your DAW

inSIDious is a new software synth that recreates the sound of the classic Commodore 64 SID chip.… Read More New Plugin, inSIDious, Brings Classic Commodore 64 Sound To Your DAW

July 15, 2020July 15, 20205 Comments

Making Music With A Commodore 64 Chiptune Music Workstation

After the hardware overview, the video looks at creating a new track with the custom chiptune workstation. … Read More Making Music With A Commodore 64 Chiptune Music Workstation

February 26, 201811 Comments

Patchwork Lets You Remix Chiptune On A Commodore 64

Patchwork is a standalone sequencer for the Commodore 64, tailored to remixing and life performance. … Read More Patchwork Lets You Remix Chiptune On A Commodore 64

February 22, 2018February 22, 20186 Comments

What Is The MIDIbox SID?

The MIDIbox SID is an open hardware DIY project, inspired by the classic chiptune sounds of the Commodore 64.… Read More What Is The MIDIbox SID?

February 12, 2018February 12, 20181 Comment

Rare Commodore Sound Expander Cartridge Gets New Driver

Here’s a free driver that brings new life to the Commodore 64 as a music platform.… Read More Rare Commodore Sound Expander Cartridge Gets New Driver

December 8, 20179 Comments

New C64 Documentary – ‘The Commodore Story’

The Commodore Story is a planned documentary exploring the history and impact of the seminal personal computer manufacturer. … Read More New C64 Documentary – ‘The Commodore Story’

March 12, 2017March 12, 201720 Comments

Sequential Music Mate For The Commodore 64 Hands-On Demo

‘A complete music software package, featuring 4-color graphics, recording and playback.’… Read More Sequential Music Mate For The Commodore 64 Hands-On Demo

March 11, 20175 Comments

Teenage Engineering Pocket Operator Cover Of C64 Delta Theme, Aka Philip Glass’s Koyaanisqatsi

Sunday Synth Jam: This video, via tubesockor, captures a live performance of a Commodore 64 SID classic: Delta, by Rob Hubbard, from 1987. tubesockor notes that Hubbard’s theme is very similar to the classic Philip Glass Koyaanisqatsi main theme. 

March 6, 2016March 6, 20163 Comments

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