Arduino Uno Shield – Realtime Commodore 64 (C64) Sound Module

Build your own powerhouse of retro sound with the C64 Sound Shield! This versatile shield allows you to bring authentic Commodore 64 sounds back to life, all in real-time. Whether you’re using a MIDI keyboard or sequencer (like the Digitakt II or Digitone), you can play, control, and tweak your sound effortlessly.

Key Features:

Real-Time C64 Sound Playback: Recreate the iconic, nostalgic sounds of the Commodore 64 with real-time control.
MIDI Compatibility: Connect any MIDI keyboard or sequencer to play and control the sounds, with MIDI control changes for total flexibility.
Onboard UI for Direct Control: Adjust parameters directly from the shield’s built-in user interface.
Modulation & Pitchbend: Enjoy embedded real-time modulation and pitchbend control for dynamic sound manipulation.
Easy to Build: Perfect for makers and retro enthusiasts. Requires SWINSID, does not work with original 6581.
Firmware Available: Find the firmware you need to get started (link included). SWINSID and Arduino Uno available as extra.

Perfect for hobbyists, music producers, and retro gaming fans looking to add some C64 charm to their music setup.

Note: Arduino Uno and SWINSID are not included.

Bill of Materials

Not included, but easy to get hold of. All ICs recommended to put on IC sockets.

Name	Designator	Footprint	Quantity
22nF	C2	RAD-0.1	1
1k	R5	AXIAL-0.3	1
DC 2.1MM BARREL JACK	H6	HDR-F-2.54_1X2	1
ARDUINO UNO R3 SHIELD	B1	PKG-ARDUINO-UNO-R3-SHIELD	1
1uF	C1	RAD-0.1	1
1N4148	D1	DO-35_BD2.0-L4.0-P8.00-D0.5-FD	1
LCD HD44780 16×2	H1	HDR-F-2.54_1X4	1
5DIN MIDI CONNECTOR	H2	HDR-F-2.54_1X2	1
CNY17 OPTOCOUPLER	OK1	DIL06	1
200	R4	R_AXIAL-0.3	1
74HC595	U2,U3	DIP16	2
SWINSID	U4	DIP28-600	1
ROTARY ENCODER	H3	HDR-F-2.54_1X4	1
JACK OUTPUT	H4	HDR-F-2.54_1X2	1