Hi my name is Vanessa and I am a classic tech geek. Whether its computers, consoles, audio equipment, or science and engineering, I am probably passionate about it. You can often find me enjoying the finer aspects of collecting, preserving and learning about the history behind our past technological innovations. As a hobby I enjoy building and tinkering with computers, especially retro computers of the Windows 3.1 through XP era’s. Notable pieces of my hardware collection include my massive horde of MIDI modules ranging from the Roland MT-32, Yamaha MU 2000 EX, Korg NX5R, and many more. As well as my multiple retro computer builds filled with various awesomeness like classic Sound Blasters and Voodoo video cards. My most prized electronics are my Amiga 4000T computer and my Sony BVM 24AE1WU monitor.
Aidan Lawrence has released his “Mega MIDI” external hardware PCB board, which is a MIDI device using real Sega Genesis/Mega Drive audio chips. Having both a genuine Yamaha YM 2612 and a SN76489 PSG sound chip installed to this device. Users are able to link this device via USB or standard MIDI connector to your computer […]
A new controller for the Atari 2600/7800 and Retron 77 consoles is being prototyped and tested from the company HyperKin. Youtuber John Hancock showcased this new prototype on his channel with permission from HyperKin. Called the “Ranger” John went through several games on the 7800 and Retron 77 utilizing different controller modes and breaking down […]
YouTuber “Displaced Gamers” just released another educational video in his series covering analog signals, resolutions, aspect ratios, and more. This video covered “Luma” and the history of brightness and its uses in television and video signals. As well as its applications to video signal and how the human eye perceives it. Special care and attention […]
DerKoun has just released another update to the HD Mode 7 mod for the emulator BSNES. Now known as BSNES HD, the latest version up to 107.3 supports some new features. Some of the features are still work in progress with this mod as it continues to be supported and get further enhancements. There are […]
YouTuber Wrestling With Gaming just released a documentary (The Story of XBAND) showcasing the history, legacy, and future projects regarding the online gaming known as XBAND. XBAND was a device and service well ahead of its time allowing 16-bit consoles of the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive and Super Nintendo/Famicom, to connect up to other users around […]
Webstore VideoGamePerfection.com has received its next round of OSSCs (Open Source Scan Converters) and has restocked them for purchase online. There are two prices to be aware of, one with and without “VAT” taxes. 166 EUR with VAT and 135 EUR without VAT as well as 3 optional extras. Which are a multi region PSU […]
The Revision 2019 Demo Party was held this past weekend in Saarbrücken, Germany. An annual affair since 2011, the event is a gathering of artist, musicians, programmers, and tech lovers, who have teamed up over the years to showcase their abilities in the art space of electronics. The Amiga computer is featured heavily at this […]
A user on the emulation sub reddit by the name of DerKoun has released an enhancement for the Super Nintendo emulator BSNES. Users of the emulator version 107.3 (as of this articles write up) are now able to download a Windows binary which will in essence increase the Mode 7 resolutions by up to 4 […]
Website and reseller of the official Open Source Scan Converter (OSSC) VideoGamePerfection.com (VGP.com) just released a blog post on their news portion of their site. VGP.com goes over their policy and breakdown of the Chinese clone OSSC now available via multiple sources. VGP.com wanted to make potential buyers of this cheaper clone version aware of […]
Youtuber Alex Ball and a whole host of fellow youtubers and contributors put together an excellent documentary on the Japanese sound and music tech giant, Roland. This documentary style video named “Land of the Rising Sound”. Is an incredibly enjoyable retrospective, as the authors put forth a history of the company through uses of its […]
