TDG45 ArduinoSID Manual
TDG45 ArduinoSID
Arduino Uno Shield - Realtime Commodore 64 (C64) Sound Module
Buld 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 16x2 |
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 |
Headers for connecting the shield to the Arduino Uno are standard 2,54mm pins.
Firmware download
Upload the firmware to the Arduino UNO with your IDE or a HEX Uploader.
Link for the firmware is available at checkout.
Connection Diagram
