Jeremys Retro BarFor my #MARCHintosh video I’ve decided to fix and upgrade my Macintosh Plus. I recap, do a little history lesson and set up the SCSI2SD on the Mac plus. As always I make a drink and demo the working computer as well. Check out the Mac Plus in all its black and white glory all in this exciting episode.
#MARCHintosh Macintosh Plus repair, history and test drive. | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-03-18 | For my #MARCHintosh video I’ve decided to fix and upgrade my Macintosh Plus. I recap, do a little history lesson and set up the SCSI2SD on the Mac plus. As always I make a drink and demo the working computer as well. Check out the Mac Plus in all its black and white glory all in this exciting episode.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comInternal BlueSCSI in the Mac PlusJeremys Retro Bar2024-10-06 | This week I use the Clipper Plus and a BlueSCSI to add internal storage to a Macintosh Plus.
This weeks drink: Deep Eddy Lemon and Club
2oz Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka Ice Club Soda
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Clipper Plus and Blue SCSI can be purchased at: jcm-1.com
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comVCF Midwest 2024! | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2024-09-19 | I travel to the Windy City to see tons of vintage computer systems and retro solutions. I highlight my favorite booths and talk to some of the cool people that attended the show.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comBuilding a Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2024-09-05 | It's been too long to call this channel "Jeremy's Retro Bar" and not have a bar. In this episode I finally take the time to build a retro bar so I can quit sounding like a liar in my intros every time. Enjoy this build video.
This weeks drink: Love Gun from Heavy Riff Brewing
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comLive Nude iMacsJeremys Retro Bar2022-09-27 | A kernel panicking G3 presents problems. Will a simple SSD and clean install of the OS do the trick to fix this computer on the fritz? Find out what needs to be done to get a working Blueberry iMac G3.
Tajin seasoning or salt 6 dashes hot sauce, such as Valentina or Tabasco 3 dashes Maggi or soy sauce 1 to 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce 1/3 cup lime juice 1 bottle Mexican lager , such as Corona, Modelo or Tecate Lime
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.com#MARCHintosh2022 Accidental Apple Store Tour | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2022-04-01 | In this video I take a closer look at the 10 Macs in my Accidental Apple Store. What is working? What needs repair? What more can I say? It's a Mactastic look at a room full of Macs.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comNew Old Stock Chieftec Dragon Pentium 4 build | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2022-01-20 | I get a brand new old stock Chieftec Dragon case and build a Pentium 4, Windows XP machine with it. The Chieftec Dragon case was used in some of the first colorful Alienware computers and is somewhat iconic with case builders of the early 2000's.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comBuilding a retro mac display for under $100 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-12-29 | I find a super thrifty way to put 10 more computers on display in my home. It's a literal hardware episode as is hardware store because we are building furniture.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comUpgrading an IBM PCjr with a JR-IDE #DOScember2021 #DOScemberJeremys Retro Bar2021-12-17 | Happy DOScember everyone! In my contribution to the 2021 edition I've decided to upgrade the IBM PCjr to crazy levels. See all my trials and tribulations and I deal with the almost PC from IBM.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comBuilding my Windows 98 gaming machine | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-11-24 | I decided to upgrade from a Pentium II reverse sleeper PC to a Dell Dimension 4100 with a Dell Trinitron Monitor to make a classic Windows 98 gaming machine.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comMIDI game music on the Macintosh & Roland MT-32 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-11-04 | This week I take a look as MIDI music in Sierra games on the Macintosh. I use the Apple MIDI interface, a Roland MT-32 and a couple speakers to see what we can get out of an old LC 580.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comBuilding 2 Checkmate A1500 minis | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-10-23 | It’s a super packed super show about the A1500 mini. I take a look at the case and build an UnAmiga and a Vampire V4 Standalone system and take them for a test drive. It’s the most Amiga I’ve ever crammed into one episode.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comRebuilding a 486 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-10-08 | I continue my quest to add more beige to my basement by switching out a fancy modern case for an era accurate beige mini tower case. It's tearing down and building an awesome 486 machine to be on display in the Retro Bar.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comUpgrading a Tandy 1000 EX #SepTandy | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-09-17 | For my #SepTandy video I'm upgrading a Tandy 1000 EX. Adding ram, a compact flash drive and a real time clock. Then of course I take it for a test drive.
Check out other #SepTandy videos by searching for #SepTandy
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French 75
1 oz. gin .5 oz. lemon juice .5 oz. simple syrup Ice 3 oz. Champagne or sparkling wine Lemon twist
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comRestoring a Compaq Deskpro 386 25e - Part 2 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-09-03 | It's sequel time! I finish the epic restoration of a Compaq Deskpro 386 25e and put it through it's paces. Check out all the DOS goodness in this part 2 of my restoration.
To get your own computer to restore check out Computer Reset (You need to be a member and sign up for a slot on the events page to be able to visit.) facebook.com/groups/ComputerResetWL
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comRestoring a Compaq Deskpro 386 25e - Part 1 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-08-26 | I take two Compaq Deskpro's I purchased from Computer Reset and combine them into a single fully restored computer. It's an adventure full of clear hair developer, goo gone and isopropyl alcohol. Enjoy!
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Pina Colada
1 oz. white rum 3 oz. pineapple juice 1 oz. coconut milk Ice
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To get your own computer to restore check out Computer Reset (You need to be a member and sign up for a slot on the events page to be able to visit.) facebook.com/groups/ComputerResetWL
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comIt works!!! - Sharp MZ 80c Part 2 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-08-11 | In a rare weekly release I figure out my issues with the Sharp MZ-80c clean computer シャープクリーンコンピュータ and show them off. It's a software showcase of once of the coolest looking computers from the late 70's
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comSharp MZ-80C - History and User Error シャープクリーンコンピュータ | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-08-04 | I take a look at the history of the incredible looking Sharp MZ-80C シャープクリーンコンピュータ. Then I fail to use it. It's a disappointing, but educational good time.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.com386 Reverse Sleeper Tour and Test Drive | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-07-22 | I finally take a look at my reverse sleeper 386 build. I open it up take a look at all the components and then test drive it. It's one of my favorite computers and it's time to take a closer look.
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comTwo Plumbers Brewery + Arcade - Interview and Tour | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-07-07 | This week I take a trip out to St. Charles Missouri for tour of Two Plumbers Brewery and Arcade. I sit down with Co-Owner Robert Schowengerdt and talk about arcade games, beer and Mortal Kombat vs Streetfighter.
This weeks drink was Pauline from Two Plumbers Brewery + Arcade
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Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comMiSTer FPGA - Setup and Test Drive | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-06-23 | In this video I go over setting up and getting started with the MiSTer FPGA. I also test out a few of the cores and test some games. This is by no means the most in-depth setup or review, but I think I cover all the bases for someone just learning about or getting started with MiSTer.
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Negroni Ice 1 oz. Gin 1 oz. Campari 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth Orange Slice
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comAmiga 500 repair and upgrade | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-06-10 | In this video I tackle some routine maintenance on an Amiga 500 by replacing the capacitors. I also replace the keyboard film. Then it's time to upgrade the whole machine by replacing the floppy drive with a GOEX and adding HDMI output with the RGB2HDMI adapter. It's a lot of upgrades packed in to this single episode. Check it out!
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comEssential tools for retro computing. | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-05-27 | I try to make a list of tools I think are essential for getting started with retro computing. I'm sure I've missed some and people might not think the ones I included are the most necessary, but at the very least it's a good start and you can customize your toolbox based on your own personal needs.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comIs this the GoTek of optical drives? | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-05-12 | In this video I take a look at the IDE CD-ROM Simulator from Tattiebogle. It promises to be a like the GoTek but for CD and DVD-ROM images. Plus it has an onboard DAC so you can get CD audio from this device. Let’s see if it lives up to all the promises.
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Tom Collins
2 oz. Gin 3/4 oz. Simple Syrup 3/4 oz. Lemon Juice Ice Club Soda
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comMy Vintage Computer Collection 2.0 | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-04-28 | Enjoy this tour of my updated computer collection. I finally have a place to present my vintage computer collection and in this video I show it off. Macs, PC, consoles and beyond. See a room full of machines that will enable you to play most of the software from the past 40 years. Enjoy.
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Margarita
2 oz. Reposado Tequila .5 oz. simple syrup .75 oz. Cointreau .75 oz. Lime Juice Ice
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comLeisure Suit Larry 2 - Game Review | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-04-15 | In this video I review the classic Sierra On-Line adventure game, Leisure Suit Larry Goes Looking for Love in Several Wrong Places. It’s an early SCI EGA game that takes everyone’s favorite lovable loser Larry Laffer on an adventure he never expected. Check out the video to see what I think.
Music courtesy of: epidemicsound.com/referra...My real cost of switching to the Mac in 2002 #MARCHintosh | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-03-31 | In this #MARCHintosh video I walk through the decision to switch my main computer to a Mac in 2002. I talk about the conditions that led to my decision. Then I go over my actual invoices to uncover what switching to the Mac actually cost me in 2002. Who knew things were so expensive.
Music courtesy of: epidemicsound.com/referral/yj44uwInstalling GC loader on a Nintendo GameCube. | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-03-03 | This week I upgrade the Nintendo GameCube with an optical disc drive replacement. I install the gc-loader into the GameCube so I can play ALL THE GAMES! It’s a fun and very simple project that’ll make it easy to get all different types of games on your system.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comSurfing the internet like its 1998! | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-02-17 | Ahhh 1998 the year that saw the release of the iMac, Windows 98 and the internet everywhere. In this episode I use a proxy server running on a raspberry pi to get my vintage computers to browse the internet before Y2K.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comBuilding an old 286 in a brand new case. | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-02-03 | At long last I build my final reverse sleeper PC, a 286 20MHz beast. This machine completes my octet of reverse sleeper PC from an XT to a Pentium 4. In this video I go over what I'm using to make the PC. I install all the components, install the OS and check out some software to take the machine through it's paces.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comWhy you need to go to Computer Reset...Now! | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-01-21 | I had the pleasure of visiting Computer Reset in Dallas... twice and I think you need to go too. I talk through my journey of finally getting to visit this retro Mecca and show off the stuff I picked up while I was there. It's a little bit "story time" and a little bit "show-and-tell".
Also, you need to go. Figure out a way, but get there before it’s closed forever.
Computer Reset Warehouse Liquidation Facebook group (You need to be a member and sign up for a slot on the events page to be able to visit.) facebook.com/groups/ComputerResetWL
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comIBM 5154 LCD Mod - Putting a new LCD in a classic monitor shell. | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2021-01-06 | I take a shell of an old IBM 5154 EGA monitor and modify it to house a more modern LCD panel. Also this mod is completely reversible. No vintage equipment was harmed in the making of this video.
The LCD Panel I used: It appears that the 12.1 inch 1024*768 TFT lcd that I ordered is no longer available from the seller I purchased it from. Hopefully these specs help.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comHow to install a SCSI2SD in a Quadra 950 or any Classic Mac. | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2020-12-30 | This is a simple how to video. I install a SCSI2SD 5.2 in a classic Macintosh Quadra 950.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comIBM 5160 PC XT or how I learned to stop worrying and love retro computers again. #DOScemberJeremys Retro Bar2020-12-16 | In this video I take you through my IBM 5160. I take it apart show you all the upgrades I did to it and I take it for a test drive with some classic early 80's IBM games in glorious CGA. #DOScember
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comI finally got an Amiga! | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2020-12-02 | I did it! I finally got an Amiga! In this video I just look at the Amiga 500 I recently purchased on eBay. I take a look at the magazines, manuals and other paperwork that came with the system and I explore all the included software. Sit back, relax and check out my first time using an Amiga.
Follow along with the drink making by going here: (this week I just have a beer, I was too excited about the AMIGA!) abita.com
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comDonations and Unboxing! | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2020-11-17 | In this episode I take inventory of an incredible donation to The Bar from a local business. I also unbox a few items I've purchased over the last couple weeks and months.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.com3Com Ergo Audrey - History and Test Drive | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2020-11-10 | I explore the history of one of the prettiest Net Appliances the 3Com Ergo Audrey and take it for a test drive in 2020. Find out why these single use devices failed or should have succeeded.
Music courtesy of: http://www.epidemicsound.comMario Kart Live Home Circuit - First Impressions | Jeremys Retro BarJeremys Retro Bar2020-10-27 | I take a look at the new (not at all retro) Mario Kart Live Home Circuit.