One of the features we have worked on in the upcoming MOD2 is the ability to add different model Gameboys. Here in this animation you can see the orginal DMG-01, the MGB and the GBC. This was both a technical challenge and a physical one. The technical part was to try and accommodate different voltages for the various Gameboys. We are still working and stress testing a few of the different models to make sure they will be able to handle the abuse. The physical part is adding the DB9 connector so it functions in the same manner as the original DMG-01. We have had to augment the bottoms to allow the use and access for the connector. We are still working on the best method to do this. We might have several revisions before we are confident on the most durable way to proceed. If you have any suggestions or ideas, please leave a comment.
If you are wondering why we are going through the trouble of adding more models, the easiest way to explain it would be: it would depend on what you are using which model to do what with. Each model has its strengths and weakness’. For instance, if you would like a little less mid-range and more gritty lows, than the Pocket(MGB) is great for this. If you want stable performance while performing extreme pitch mods than the Color is the best choice. There are audio quality differences between models too.
Next post I will talk about the clock side of MOD2 as well as the DB9 cable change/add we did before we shipped your Synthboy+’s. See ya next post.
