Re: What retro activity did you get up to today?
Posted on 2022-03-24, 22:53
chris2021 wrote on 2022-03-24, 21:09: The seasonic has beefy 12v? That's a good question. Should I be worried if it doesn't? 😳
Re: Unable to Identify old game, Sidescroller Jump'n'Shoot
Posted on 2022-03-24, 21:12
Possibly Frantis: Mission II? https://www.mobygames.com/game/dos/frantis-mission-ii
Re: What retro activity did you get up to today?
Posted on 2022-03-24, 20:59
Working on an 'ultimate' Windows 98 build based on an Athlon XP 2500k. Modern parts include a Fractal Design Define R5 case, Seasonic 650W ATX power supply, and Samsung EVO 870 SSD. Probably going to try to include at least two sound cards, a Diamond MX300 (pictured) and an Audigy 2 ZS (to be added …
Re: Members of Vogons, what shows do you currently watch?
Posted on 2022-03-24, 14:36
Currently watching Game of Thrones. Never finished the series when it originally aired, so I finally decided to go back and watch the whole thing.
Re: Ultimate Windows XP Build (Intel E8400 / AMD R9 270X)
Posted on 2022-03-23, 01:16
Nice clean build. I am a fan of the X-Fi range of cards and think I can tell the difference between my X-Fi Titanium and the 2 ZS (or maybe it is placebo effect) But for me it's not enough of a difference to go out and spend money on, Now if you want to use that ZS in a 9x build and you need to go …
Re: Sound Canvas (and related) comparison project
Posted on 2022-03-23, 01:13
Major update to the project document, many sections have been rewritten to reflect changes in methodology and updated information. Overall readability has been improved. More updates regarding the devices themselves (SCCP section) and the actual MIDI files to be used will hopefully be made this …
Re: Ultimate Windows XP Build (Intel E8400 / AMD R9 270X)
Posted on 2022-03-22, 01:36
Very nice! The drivers wouldn't exactly be unofficial. It's the same drivers powering the weaker GTX 960. All that needs to be done is an INF modification. However, if the CRT is any indication of the resolutions you'll be running, even the Radeon R9 270X won't be breaking a sweat anytime soon. In …
Re: Floppy disk labels remake/preservation
Posted on 2022-03-22, 00:05
b) actual using functional, but not aesthetically identical copies FWIW, I could see replicas being designated as such. The intent wouldn't be to create identical counterfeits, but rather aesthetically similar reproductions. Alternatively, one might consider researching/developing a technique to …
Re: Floppy disk labels remake/preservation
Posted on 2022-03-21, 21:41
I was just wondering about this very thing the other day. What I'd like to do is recreate not just old labels, but replicas of the disks themselves. Basically find NOS disks with the same colors and style as ones used by companies, and then replicate the labels. This way older games could be …
Ultimate Windows XP Build (Intel i7-3770k / GTX 980Ti / 24" Asus ProArt display / X-Fi Titanium)
Posted on 2022-03-21, 21:10
My attempt at an "ultimate" Windows XP setup. I initially started by recreating a setup I had back in the late 2000's, before gradually upgrading various components to its current configuration. Specs as of Nov 26, 2022: CPU: i7-3770k CPU MB: Asus P8Z68-V Pro/Gen 3 motherboard GPU: eVGA GeForce GTX …
Re: Suggestions on audio focused DOS/Win 9x builds?
Posted on 2022-03-20, 16:32
Ive got a socket 7 that has like 3 sound cards , plus 5 synths chained to a switchbox mpu 401 combo. Nice setup! I'm hoping to get something similar rigged up probably with 4x external MIDI modules, plus sound cards. There was also a guy on vogons who had a crazy setup involving some kinda …
Re: Crusader No Regret
Posted on 2022-03-20, 16:27
1541 wrote on 2022-03-20, 14:33: The Crusader game engine is based on the engine used in Ultima VIII : Pagan. So, there's some decent evil already included 😀 Play it long enough and you kinda get used to it... 😁
Re: Compact Flash or SSD for Windows 98?
Posted on 2022-03-20, 16:25
darry wrote on 2022-03-20, 15:26: My best experiences in terms of compatibility with old IDE controllers have been with current Samsung SSDs and old Sandforce based SSDs . So something like a Samsung EVO 870 should be fine? I have a couple of those on hand, so I might just go that route if they'll …
Re: Compact Flash or SSD for Windows 98?
Posted on 2022-03-20, 14:57
Jo22 wrote on 2022-03-20, 07:40: Yup. But let's make sure the models are not older than 4 years or so. 😀 That was going to be my next question, if there is any consideration as to what specific SSDs might be a good choice. 😀
Re: Compact Flash or SSD for Windows 98?
Posted on 2022-03-20, 14:55
darry wrote on 2022-03-20, 04:39: Here is another option : Here's an idea: using high endurance (micro)SD cards meant for continuous video recording as storage for retro gear . Interesting, I hadn't considered SD cards. I'll take a look at that.
Compact Flash or SSD for Windows 98?
Posted on 2022-03-20, 02:20
I'm looking to go solid state for a Windows 98 build and trying to decide between CF and SSD. I know people use CF cards for DOS builds, but are they viable for Win 98 builds as well (i.e. performance-wise)? Is there any potential benefit to one over the other? I also know there are specific setup …
Re: Sound Canvas comparison project
Posted on 2022-03-18, 15:30
No, it wouldn't include JV or XV products, as they are not GS compatible and use different samples. Are the Integra-7 and Sonic Cell GS compatible though? I guess this is where I'm a bit confused as to the intent of the comparison, since modules like the Integra-7 and Sonic Cell are definitely pro …
Re: Sound Canvas comparison project
Posted on 2022-03-18, 14:10
As for the SD-20, that's a fair point, and folks will be curious about them since they're now rare. I'll add that to the project document, a third category which has "Other Canvases", i.e. SDs/equivalents and others like the Sonic Cell. If the 20 is the same as my 50, "Classical" mode basically …
Re: Wavetable board for Diamond Monster MX200?
Posted on 2022-03-17, 21:39
If you have the Yucatan FX board from Dreamblaster, it should be the same soundset. Unfortunately I do not, and it looks like that was a limited run so none available. The only other board of the era that I've seen that has the same chipset is the Turtle Beach CancunFX board for the Montego II. …
Re: Wavetable board for Diamond Monster MX200?
Posted on 2022-03-17, 20:42
https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?t=53871 You most certainly won't be able to get the original board. Just get the Dreamblaster X2GS, which is a descendant of that board and has a newer Roland GS soundbank. https://www.serdashop.com/X2GS I'm looking for the specific soundset specific to the …
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