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I thought people might like to see a completed MiSTer build in a new C64X case. I dub this the C64X-G in that the case color attempts to mimic the C64G case. These cases accommodate an mini-ITX motherboard and have very nice cherry MX keyboards. I replaced the stock badge with a reproduction C64G badge from Badgeman. I used an Ironclad Plus mini-ITX "carrier" board from d3fmod; this board provides power input by way of an ATX style molex, USB hub, and analog IO. There is an internal PicoPSU plugged into the Ironclad along with a USB extender to provide 2 USB plugs on the right side like a C64. I 3D printed an IO shield to accommodate the DC barrel jack, and a blank plate for the left side expansion opening. I might eventually re-print this in white, not sure. This also has an internal mt-32pi installed. The tiny fan on back brings cool air in, and the power LED on the top right works as an on/off switch and activates the MiSTer OSD when the unit is turned on. This build feels pretty much like a turnkey, commercial build. All in it's a little pricey, but feels high quality and looks retro.

I like it. The only thing that would drive me nuts would be using the C64 core and not have the actual C64 keyboard layout

djsquare wrote: ↑Thu May 23, 2024 12:32 am

I like it. The only thing that would drive me nuts would be using the C64 core and not have the actual C64 keyboard layout

yup, it does drive me nuts. but you have the same problem using any USB keyboard, so...

not if you use a sticker set like this

https://www.amazon.com/4Keyboard-Commod ... B003BOUNSQ

but you probably wouldn't want to put them on your machine since it can be a pain to put them all on straight

djsquare wrote: ↑Thu May 23, 2024 2:13 am

not if you use a sticker set like this

https://www.amazon.com/4Keyboard-Commod ... B003BOUNSQ

but you probably wouldn't want to put them on your machine since it can be a pain to put them all on straight

ahhh, yes. maybe someday I can get alt keycaps made.

djsquare wrote: ↑Thu May 23, 2024 12:32 am

I like it. The only thing that would drive me nuts would be using the C64 core and not have the actual C64 keyboard layout

Its quite easy to work around it though after a while its second nature

easyflash i/o ...

I'm just now seeing this and it's BEAUTIFUL! Fantastic work!!

Love this - your finsihed build looks beautiful. I have a transparent C64x and I'm thinking about gettting a mister clone and doing this. Thanks for sharing!

AmigaLove also published a video of a C64X MiSTer build: