Re: Could you make a 'new', 'better' computer from the C64 just by reprogramming the PLA?

From: smf <smf_at_null.net>
Date: Sat, 6 Nov 2021 09:37:14 +0000
Message-ID: <f44fc5a9-03ea-fe2d-b1f6-9450f6b03f80_at_null.net>
Commodore were known to build their own chips as a negotiating tactic.

Bill Mensch spoke recently about a chip that he designed for commodore
that never went into production, because the negotation went so well.

On 04/11/2021 16:05, Jim Brain wrote:
> the newer PETs suggests they were sourcing 2114s cheaper than it cost
> CBM to manufacture 6550s combined with the opportunity cost of tying
> up their fab space for that IC in lieu of using it for other ICs.
Received on 2021-11-06 11:06:32

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