Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
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I thought we could do a little project to make our own Amstrad GX4000 (and CPC Plus) cartridges.
I didn't want to butcher any existing cartridges, so in this video there is a bit of everything; Converting ROM files, Programming EPROMs, 3D Printed Casing, Soldering, Photoshop design, Label Printing and Play Testing.
As always, I'm standing on the shoulders of giants and the things featured in this video are listed below. I hope you enjoy the video and thank you for keeping the channel alive โค
๐พ Chinneryโs forum Post with the GERBER files: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/forum/amstrad-cpc-hardware/amstrad-gx4000-plus-cartridge-pcb/ (Sign up required for download)
๐พ Cwiiis' GX4000 cartridge STL for 3D printing: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/forum/index.php?msg=206425 (Sign up required for download)
๐พ Oscar Sanchez's CPR to BIN: cpcmania.com/cprtools/cprtools.htm
๐พ The editable GX4000 Cartridge label I created is here: markfixesstuff.co.uk/amstrad-cpc/gx4000-game-cartridge-no-acid-chip
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๐ถ๐ต๐ถ Music Used in this Episode! ๐ถ๐ต๐ถ
๐ผOctodrone VI - ELFL ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/nBnGLGCe0r
๐ผCity Lights, City Dreams - Forever Sunset ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/idwxtCanZq
๐ผEyes To See It - ELFL ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/j9lyghOKvC
๐ผFugent - Lupus Nocte ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/cAEBqYRFz0
๐ผGive Me A Chance - The Basic Game ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/jy3ZiairXj
๐ผHumbot - Wave Saver ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/EgiUjMhSZb
๐ผMidnight Safari - Lupus Nocte ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/BVhnEkzcko
๐ผNever Easy - Mattie Maguire ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/ZnWD7kshMG
๐ผRed Driver - Ben Elson ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/cxQZYTeUVZ
*** This video is kindly supported by PCBWay.com - My choice for for high quality PCB manufacturing, 3D printing and more! ***
I thought we could do a little project to make our own Amstrad GX4000 (and CPC Plus) cartridges.
I didn't want to butcher any existing cartridges, so in this video there is a bit of everything; Converting ROM files, Programming EPROMs, 3D Printed Casing, Soldering, Photoshop design, Label Printing and Play Testing.
As always, I'm standing on the shoulders of giants and the things featured in this video are listed below. I hope you enjoy the video and thank you for keeping the channel alive โค
๐พ Chinneryโs forum Post with the GERBER files: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/forum/amstrad-cpc-hardware/amstrad-gx4000-plus-cartridge-pcb/ (Sign up required for download)
๐พ Cwiiis' GX4000 cartridge STL for 3D printing: https://www.cpcwiki.eu/forum/index.php?msg=206425 (Sign up required for download)
๐พ Oscar Sanchez's CPR to BIN: cpcmania.com/cprtools/cprtools.htm
๐พ The editable GX4000 Cartridge label I created is here: markfixesstuff.co.uk/amstrad-cpc/gx4000-game-cartridge-no-acid-chip
-------------------------------------------------
๐ค ๐ THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL! ๐ ๐
The cost of living crisis has really put the viability of continuing the channel in jeopardy. Your kind and ongoing support is helping me to carry on to try and find some additional income streams.
โ Visit patreon.com/markfixesstuff for more info about Patreon Benefits! ๐ค
If you hate Patreon, you can buy me a coffee or become a monthly member at ko-fi.com/markfixesstuff - It really helps me keep the studio lights on!
You could also simply donate via paypal.com/paypalme/markfixesstuff to help create more content.
Thanks for watching and being awesome!
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๐ถ๐ต๐ถ Music Used in this Episode! ๐ถ๐ต๐ถ
๐ผOctodrone VI - ELFL ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/nBnGLGCe0r
๐ผCity Lights, City Dreams - Forever Sunset ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/idwxtCanZq
๐ผEyes To See It - ELFL ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/j9lyghOKvC
๐ผFugent - Lupus Nocte ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/cAEBqYRFz0
๐ผGive Me A Chance - The Basic Game ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/jy3ZiairXj
๐ผHumbot - Wave Saver ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/EgiUjMhSZb
๐ผMidnight Safari - Lupus Nocte ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/BVhnEkzcko
๐ผNever Easy - Mattie Maguire ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/ZnWD7kshMG
๐ผRed Driver - Ben Elson ๐ epidemicsound.com/track/cxQZYTeUVZ
