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Looking for C64C SID chip for test (or someone to test mine)

  • 05-05-2020 09:32AM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,126 ✭✭✭


    Hi all,
    My C64C's sound has stopped working.
    I checked the 9V on the PSU (it's a new PSU) and the fuse, and I also reseated the SID Chip in it's socket.
    I also tried 2 different sets of cables on 2 different TV's but still no sound :(

    It's probably the SID chip but I don't want to get a new one unless I'm sure as they seem to be about 40 Euro for one - TBH, I'd probably get an ARMSID if I get a new one as they are about 35 including shipping

    Does anybody here have a spare one that they could lend me to test if that's the issue ??

    I know it's a long shot but thought I'd ask.

    Edit : Just thinking - another option - if anyone is willing to test my SID chip I could send it to them


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 4,447 ✭✭✭KeRbDoG


    I've a C64C mainboard so I could test the SID if wanted


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,126 ✭✭✭deadl0ck


    Thanks !
    Actually - just got a reply from someone to my post on lemon64 and they suggested setting the volume up to max as when the SID chip dies it can just be very quiet.
    So I just did it and I can just about hear music so it must be the SID chip so.
    So thanks again, but looks like it's time for a new chip.


  • Moderators, Computer Games Moderators Posts: 3,184 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dr Bob


    Ah brilliant !
    I have a SID chip somewhere, been looking and havent found it yet , if I find it I'll post it to you


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,126 ✭✭✭deadl0ck


    Dr Bob wrote: »
    Ah brilliant !
    I have a SID chip somewhere, been looking and havent found it yet , if I find it I'll post it to you
    Thanks man ! You came to my rescue before when you lent me your tape drive for testing also !


  • Moderators, Computer Games Moderators Posts: 3,184 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dr Bob


    hey , no worries , good news I found it if you still want it
    Bad news is its from a breadbin C64 (its a 6581) so not sure if its compatible
    Its yours if you want it though


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,126 ✭✭✭deadl0ck


    Dr Bob wrote: »
    hey , no worries , good news I found it if you still want it
    Bad news is its from a breadbin C64 (its a 6581) so not sure if its compatible
    Its yours if you want it though
    Hey - thanks so much - I really appreciate it, but it looks like it might be a bit messy to do it: https://www.lemon64.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=29759&sid=047dc8df9fb42daeeaa9f4ff21dfefcb

    I've ordered the ARMSID so hopefully it will arrive soon

    Thanks again !


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,126 ✭✭✭deadl0ck


    OK- so an update - the ARMSID arrived today and I have sound again :D

    Thanks all for the help !


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