Why Would I Build A Handheld Console Out of A Handheld Console? The Tiger Boy Advance DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2022-01-01 | In 1988, I wasn't much more than 6 years old but I had already had enough experience with Nintendo that by the time 1990 rolled around, the #Nintendo Gameboy was Number 1 on my Wishlist and the hot ticket item for anyone who wanted gaming on the go. However, like any "new" technology, the price was way too much for an average 8 year old to come up with, which resulted in having to find an affordable alternative. #retrogaming And what was right there, seemingly flooding the market? The barely qualifying as a videogame, Tiger Electronics handhelds. To put it plainly, these things sucked, but you didn't complain because it was that or nothing for most of us. But now, over 3 decades later, I decided it was time to take what I would have had and built what I would have wanted.#gameboyadvance Hope you enjoy the journey to how this system came into existence and be sure to LIKE and Subscribe, it helps a lot! Downing's Basement - downingsbasement.comTwitter - twitter.com/Downing1082Discord - discord.gg/EPcyETd8TIME STAMPS8:29 - SKIP To Overview - Click to jump to the final project.10:42 - Short Blooper Reel3:25 - I wonder if @ShankMods and @RetroRGB will notice?Other Notable Talking PointsIntro Tiger Handheld Overview - 1:28Why I Decided to Build - 2:06The Design and Build Begins - 2:473D Printing The Case & New Material - 3:17Problems With New Material - 3:48New Printing Techniques - 4:28Design, Print & CNC of Screen Protector - 4:43Choosing The Right Material For The Job - 6:16Back To The CNC - 7:07Assembly - 7:42CreditsVideo1:44 - Content Clip Borrowed From @JamesNintendoNerd video on Tiger Handhelds - youtube.com/watch?v=_u5dtBtG9yU&t=935s9:53 - Content Clip Borrowed From @SpawnWave video on Analog Pocket - youtube.com/watch?v=kzix0GU4fgY&t=337sAudio"Tropical Thunder" - By RKVC - youtube.com/watch?v=WyUt53NrD1M"Outta Time" - By RKVC - youtube.com/watch?v=HMoCUrGhADY"The D Song" - By Daniel Haney - Link to Song Coming Soon"CRAZY" - By Patrick Patrikos - youtube.com/watch?v=1WoCYOn4y-I"Traffic" - By Jim Tyrrell - a.k.a. Citizen 6 facebook.com/jimtyrrellVideo EquipmentCamera - @Samsung Galaxy S21Microphone - @BlueYetiMC Blue YetiHeadphones - @Bose Soundlink II Wireless HeadphonesSpeakers - @Bose Companion 2 Series 3 Multimedia SpeakersLighting - @NeewerOfficial NL-192AI Flat Panel LED
YES!!! THE TIGER BOY ADVANCE GIVEAWAY IS LIVE JULY 27th - AUGUST 11th DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2023-07-27 | ENTRY OPEN JULY 27th Through AUGUST 11th - FINE PRINT BELOW!This project was sponsored in part by http://www.pcbway.comHey Everyone! Thank you for checking out the "Tiger Boy Advance Giveaway"!!! Yes, I'll actually be giving this beauty away to one lucky Subscriber or Follower and it could be YOU! Please be sure to read the fine print below about entry rules and restrictions and if you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below! Good Luck and Thank You again! My Other Tiger Boy Advance Videos:The Original Tiger Boy Advance - youtu.be/tZxNkrmyBdITiger Boy Advance V2 - youtu.be/mpddrxJMiTEFINE PRINT:Yes, there are some additional things to mention that could impact your eligibility. 1. SHIPPING - If you are located in the Continental USA, I will pick up the shipping fee for the winner. However, I will not be able to pay for international shipping or duties/import taxes if it get's shipped out of the country. Those chosen to be a Finalist will be made aware of this before being confirmed and if they choose to back out at that time that's perfectly fine! Another Finalist will be selected at that time. 2. FINALIST SELECTION - As stated in the video, 5 users will be selected from both YouTube and Twitter for a total of 10 Finalist. Depending on the number of people that enter, the Finalists will be picked at "Random". HOWEVER, I am offering a little incentive, and proof of going above and beyond to promote my channel/profile will earn a little more consideration credit ;) 3. WINNER SELECTION - As stated before, once all 10 Finalists have been confirmed, a drawing date will be announced and the final drawing will either be pre-recorded or live-streamed. This will be a "Pick-A-Name-From-A-Hat" style winner selection, drawn by a "Special Guest" who has yet to be determined. The winner will then be contacted and arrangements for delivery will be made. 4. MULTIPLE ENTRIES - Please, "ONE ENTRY PER USERNAME PER PLATFORM". And by this, I mean no more than one Comment or Retweet with the "I'm here for the Tiger Boy Advance Giveaway" tag line. Please Retweet and comment all you want but multiple entries will not be considered in the Finalist Selection. 5. SPAM - Please, just don't. I wouldn't do it to you. But if you feel the need I will have to escort you out.
The DB Book of Bleeps - Episode 1 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2023-04-28 | On my first video of the Tiger Boy Advance, I tried something new and added a short #blooper reel for the end screen of the video. I did the same for my second version I posted a few days ago and I think I'm going to continue to do this in the future. But, I think what I'm also going to start doing is giving you all an additional (short) video with the release of all new videos called "The DB Book of Bleeps". This is more for fun than anything and I hope you enjoy my missteps!
Game Boy Advance Was Awesome, Tiger Handhelds Were Not. SO I BUILT THIS!!! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2023-04-24 | In 2022, I released a simple case mod for the Game Boy Advance that put all its power and glory into the unholy abomination that was the Tiger Electronics handheld and its legendary style casing. It seemed one of the only ways to heal my spiteful resentment for the Tigers from over 30 years ago. I suppose it helped a bit. But, in 2023 I'm doing it again because apparently I have issues with just moving on...haa, but really, there were some legitimate reasons for redoing this project again so please join me as I dive into them!Also please; Follow Me on Twitter: Downing1082My Discord - discord.gg/RnEVfV7rtfMy Blog - downingsbasement.comThis video also gives a quick recap of the room I was in at MGC this year and also about some of the new people I got to meet from the Bonus Stage! That said, please give these cool peeps a visit on their channels show them some love! Video Credit Due: LAME DAD RETRO GAMER - youtube.com/@UCCkf30hRNR_2yZJzGPEOrlw 2:24Shank Mods - youtube.com @ShankMods 6:52TigerChainsaw - youtube.com/@UC-5qFTJC11vNSNCaL_oOapg 7:02
Something Is Coming From The Basement... DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2022-04-04 | ...and truthfully is probably one of the coolest things I've ever built. Still a long way to go though.
Quick Spin Around Temporary Setup in Downing Srs Basement DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2022-01-18 | Been getting some requests to see where the magic happens for my projects and videos. Figured this would be a good time to try out a #shorts to give the grand 20 second tour. Space is cramped but I've got everything I need to keep modding and designing until the housing market decides to stop being a bitch!Newest addition to the Basement is an Acer Predator 4K monitor, so I've now got 3, 27in 4k monitors being run on my GTX 1080 ti. Hope you enjoy and I again want to thank everyone for their support with my Tiger Boy Advance project!Talk soon!
THE G-BOY Wii STONED: A 3D Printed Portable Wii Handheld From A Kit!!! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2021-07-27 | The G-Boy. An amazing console mod in its own right, but more amazing that for a short time had become a kit that others had the ability to purchase and assemble. And though these kits are no longer available, this video goes into detail about my experiences building the kit and why there's probably not another one like it out there. #wii #nintendo #bitbuiltI hope you enjoy as there was probably just as much time put into making this video as there was assembling the damn thing! Please also be sure to like & subscribe as well as check out the links below for more info about the kit's creator Gman and other modding buddies of mine! Thanks guys! Social MeTwitter - twitter.com/Downing1082Discord - discord.gg/RnEVfV7rtfThe Guys@GmanModz The creator of the original kits and pretty much the wizard behind all modern black magic.@ShankMods Similar to Gman, just hates his elders. @stonededge1809 OMG...the shit this guy comes out with! Well worth checking out! The Music"Freeling" by @laurenduski "Cover" by @patrickpatrikios2050 "Traffic" by Citizen 6 - A.K.A. facebook.com/jimtyrrell"Evergreen" by Geographer
Old Gaming Mags Found! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2021-02-16 | Cleaned out an old closet of mine that hasn't been disturbed in over 6 years and found some really cool old gaming magazines, some from over 25 years ago! #nintendopower #gamepro #oops
The SNES BOX Go - Portable SNES That Should Never Have Existed DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2021-02-04 | So have you ever had the itch to do a project of some kind that you just couldn't see why someone had not done it already? Then after getting into it, you realize..."oh, that's why..."?Well the SNES Box Go is such a project but instead of realizing how much easier it would be to go a different path to achieve the same results, this turned into a quest to take the hardest, most expensive way possible in the name of keeping the system "Original"...Now, full disclosure, this is not a newly completed project. In fact this was completed over two years ago, but I made this video for a couple reasons. First, I never thought that the first one really did the project any justice for what it was. I mean it was a cool project, but there was nothing in the original video that showed what went into it and why this was probably the most impractical project I've ever done. Original Video Here - youtube.com/watch?v=Clm8m39sBrsSecond, it's very rare that I keep a portable as long as I have this one which really gave me a second chance to get it right and just wanted to try a new approach as well as tune my editing skills while recovering from surgery!Hope you enjoy and please check out the links below for additional credits to this video. Thanks everyone! - I'd like to give a shout out to a sponsor of the original video a couple years ago, Stone Age Gamer - stoneagegamer.com - They hooked me up with the SD2SNES for the first video so if you could show them some love the second time around that would be appreciated! - This Does Not Compute Video - youtube.com/watch?v=KUx74EUaLK8&t=289sThe video above provides a very good and inciteful message about console modding with what we call "finite" hardware. - Console Stock Photos From Kicking Designs.com kickingdesigns.com/diversions/video-game-console-stock-photos Music Credits - Music was downloaded from You Tubes Audio Library. No attribution was required but here are the two music tracks used in the video. - Cheel - Kurt - youtube.com/watch?v=heiHF33jwWo- Where We Wanna Go - Patrick Patrikios - youtube.com/watch?v=EGhPElIATSI#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming
HOW IS THIS JUST THROWN OUT!!! My Best Recycling Center Gaming Finds! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2020-10-30 | What's up everyone! A few weeks ago I posted a Tweet about a huge score I just happened to find at my local transfer station. But that's not even my first and with a couple finds like this under the belt, it really just made me want to make a video about them. Truth be told, I've never been above the idea of "dumpster diving" because having worked in retail and growing up in a college town, the amount of quality shit that just gets thrown out just boggles my mind. These two finds were no exception. And it just makes me wonder...because we as a "Console Modding" community are always getting so much flack over using original (finite) retro tech in our projects, how does condemning hardware & software like this to the dump fly under the radar? I guess because no one knows it happened. (I mean who really is going to post their most recent dump run)?That said though, Console Modding is on the uptick and the more eyes on it, the more eyes with no knowledge of the subject but a big virtual mouth get involved. And while I understand the concern, I'm willing to bet that more gaming consoles have met their fate in landfills or recycling centers than have ever been made into modded console creations. At least with what we're doing, these console that were bound to the scrap heap get another shot. Just a thoughtdowningsbasement.com#Nintendo #Atari #dumpster
Prusa Mini Unboxing & (abridged) Assembly DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2020-10-08 | What's up guys! So it's been a few months since my last video, but I just wanted to share what I consider to be one of the best anniversary presents a hacker/modder/maker could ever receive! That's right, for my 10th Anniversary back in June, my awesome wife Amanda, really surprised me with this set-up! Of course she didn't realize there was nearly a 3 months wait and it didn't arrive until mid August, but I'm not complaining, I love this thing!Now, as far as this video goes, it's taken about 7 weeks to get to this point and it goes quite a bit outside my normal range of content. But honestly, all I wanted to do was have fun with it and not make it the typical Unboxing/Assembly kind of video.I have no doubt the "attempted" humor will fall flat in a lot of places, but I didn't really care and just really enjoyed trolling myself in the 2nd part of the video. So that said, this is not a technical video of how to put this together step-by-step. It's more like my experiences and an example of what "not" to do in some cases. I've included time stamps below and will probably be updating this description in the future with other crap I forgot to include the first time.But as always, I hope you enjoy! TIME STAMPS!!!Unpacking Level 1 - 0:05 This included all the little accessories and the USB KeyHigh Roller - 1:06Unpacking Level 2 - 2:38 This included the LCD screen and packagingUnpacking Level 3 - 3:17 This included the Y Axis Assembly, The ZX Axis Assembly and the Power SupplyPART II - Assembly Time! 4:45Blind Screwing - 6:14Final Tightening - 7:43Hooking Up The LCD Screen - 8:06Connecting The Y Axis Cables & Filament Sensor - 8:46Closing Up The Electronics Box - 10:27PART III - Calibration and Manufacturer Assembly Error - 11:08M.I.N.D.A. Probe Issue - 12:23***M.I.N.D.A. Probe Knowledgebase - help.prusa3d.com/en/article/m-i-n-d-a-sensor-testing-mini_134021MUSIC CREDITSThese were all free to use from YT. Tried finding the actual authors channels but that wasn't that easy either. If you find them, please let me know so I can credit!"Subway Dreams" by Dan Henig "Two Face" by Causmic"Golden Empire" by The 126ers#prusamini #3dprinting #unboxing #assembly
DowN Stream with Shank & Gman DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2020-06-14 | Meet up with Shank and Gman to discuss out latest projects and just kinda shoot the shit!
Project 15: A Themed Portable Nintendo 64 - Ocarina Of Time Edition DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2020-06-09 | My latest completed Nintendo 64 Portable, plainly named Project 15. However this is probably the cleanest and most beautiful portable I've made to date! On top of that, probably just as much time went into this video as the portable itself, so I hope you enjoy it! A big thank you to www.oshpark.com for sponsoring this video! For small run 2 or 4 layer prototype PCBs, they have some great options available and all are "Made In The USA" and even includes FREE Domestic AND International Shipping! Their new 2 Layer "FLEX" PCBs have also been extremely useful in furthering the reliability of these portable projects!Time StampsHow My Modding Began - 1:18 Core Skills & Failures - 1:51Project 15 Overview - 3:30Portables 101 - 4:35Custom Buttons/Decals & Paint - 5:19Reliability Improvements via FFC - 6:08Closing Up - 7:23Please check out the links below for the Basement, the Bit Built forums and my other modding buddies You Tube channels!Downing's Basement - http://downingsbasement.comBit Built - bitbuilt.net/forums/index.phpGman's You Tube Channel - @GmanModz Shank's You Tube Channel - @ShankMods General CreditsLe Nerdarto - For his Raspberry Pi Portable N64 in Portables 101 - youtube.com/watch?v=9A55koU7TZ8&feature=emb_logoBungle - youtube.com/channel/UCebxl58QITZVoEBUWvX29DQ/videosEquipment Used To Produce This VideoCamera - Samsung Galaxy S10Mic - Blue Yeti Blackout EditionSoftware - Adobe Premier Pro, Photoshop & OBS Music Credits: The High Line - by @Causmic Nimbus - by @EveninglandFuture Girl - by @rkvcThank You again for watching and your support!#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
CNC Shields DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2020-04-07 | This is not the kind of video I usually put out, just a very quick and rough showing as to how the basement is converting from portables to PPE. Finished converting my old vacuum forming machines platen to my CNC. This included making a custom valve for the vacuum to the platen and a sacrificial cut surface for the plastic to sit on so I wouldn't actually cut the pegboard. Working well so far. Total elapsed time was about 2 minutes. per shield. Really excited to have this machine up and running for the first time since I bought it over 5 years ago!
Unboxing the New Form 3! First Time! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-10-26 | It's taken 4 months to get here, but today I finally get to open up my new Form 3 3D Printer!
Portable Nintendo 64: The iSore 64 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-09-22 | When Hell Decides To VisitInternally it utilizes original Nintendo 64 hardware for the main system and several custom components and 3D printed parts to make up the rest of it. Originally this system was a commission for a buyer, but there was an unfortunate paint failure that happened very far into the project and it essentially made starting over an easier option. Because of this, I decided I would finish off this project, but it is as basic as a portable system can get and though it is solid, it's not without its flaws. However, this does present an opportunity for those who would like to get into console modding or those who already know what they are doing to add the features this lacks. System Specs:- Original N64 Motherboard, Cartridge Based System- Standard Jumper Pak (Expansion Pak Required for Games like Donkey Kong 64)- Custom Controller Board, but no built-in Memory Card or External Connector. The option to hard-wire a Memory Card to the Controller Board is possible. (Not Included) - Battery Power Only - 2 3.7v 5000mAh Li-Po batteries with Smart Charger. The option for Wall Power is possible via the HDMI connector and a Breakout Box. (Not Included)- Single Player Only - The option for multi-player is possible via the HDMI connector and a Breakout Box (Not Included) - 5" 4:3 Aspect Ratio Screen - The option for A/V out is possible via the HDMI connector and a Breakout Box (Not Included)- Stereo Speaker Output with Custom Amp and Headphone Jack.Overall the system handles great and the controls work beautifully, with the exception of the D-Pad. It does work but is very stiff. Fortunately not many games used it, but if you're wanting to play a game that requires it, it will take some modification to make work. NOTE ABOUT THE BREAKOUT BOX & MEMORY CARD "OPTIONS":What this means is that original commission was going to be fully loaded with A/V Out, Play & Charge, Multi-Player and Internal Memory abilities. However, when the project was scrapped, the internals had not been wired up yet and the connections from the N64 to the HDMI connector were never made. On top of this, certain components like the Power Management board and Controller Board with Built-In memory were no longer going to be used as they are expensive and still needed to be used for the original customers project. So this made this console a very basic system all around. That being said, the options are technically there to be wired up, but as-is will not work. Again, if you are skilled with soldering/modding you can implement these options, but it would be a project. If you are interested in getting into the console modding hobby or are looking for someone who can do the modifications for you, please visit the Bit Built as it's a very good place to start! bitbuilt.net/forums/index.php
N64p Standard Kit Board Trimming DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-08-26 | ***Note*** These videos were made for a kit concept that never happened almost two years ago. So the kit is no longer an option, but there is still some good general modding info for those interested.downingsbasement.com/my-guides/guides/n64pkag/n64pkpii
N64p Standard Kit Desoldering Part 2 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-08-26 | ***Note*** These videos were made for a kit concept that never happened almost two years ago. So the kit is no longer an option, but there is still some good general modding info for those interested.downingsbasement.com/my-guides/guides/n64pkag/n64pkpii
N64p Standard Kit Desoldering Part 1 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-08-26 | ***Note*** These videos were made for a kit concept that never happened almost two years ago. So the kit is no longer an option, but there is still some good general modding info for those interested.downingsbasement.com/my-guides/guides/n64pkag/n64pkpii
N64p Standard Kit DD Slot Removal DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-08-26 | ***Note*** These videos were made for a kit concept that never happened almost two years ago. So the kit is no longer an option, but there is still some good general modding info for those interested.downingsbasement.com/my-guides/guides/n64pkag/n64pkpii
Nintendo 64 Cart Slot Removal DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-08-26 | ***Note*** These videos were made for a kit concept that never happened almost two years ago. So the kit is no longer an option, but there is still some good general modding info for those interested.downingsbasement.com/my-guides/guides/n64pkag/n64pkpii
N64p Standard Kit Intro DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-08-26 | ***Note*** These videos were made for a kit concept that never happened almost two years ago. So the kit is no longer an option, but there is still some good general modding info for those interested. downingsbasement.com/my-guides/guides/n64pkag/n64pkpi What you'll need to get started tool wise.
SNES Box GO: Live Stream Overview and Q&A DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-02-24 | Live info about the SNESBox Go Portable gaming system and fielding your questions about the console. Bare with me as this is my first stream of this sort!
The SNES Box Go - Unique Portable Super Nintendo DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2019-01-23 | Please check out http://downingsbasement.com for a more detailed explanation and overview of the system. Hope to have another video up with a full overview of the system soon! Please also check out my first sponsor http://www.stoneagegamer.com They were remarkably supportive of this project and have a really cool shop and overall business running over there! Check em out! Possibly the first ever SNES Portable Handheld to use Original Nintendo hardware and load games via Flashcart!This has been nearly 100hrs in the past 4 mouths to create but I've loved every minute of it and is finally a break from the N64 portables! Now this was not an overly complicated mod as far what's expected out of 2019 retro console portables, but it was one that was new to me and required a ground up design which took a majority of the time. Actually the most complex part of this mod was the case and layout as most of the build process was the same as the N64 portables I've done in the past. As stated in the video, this is not a practical or "cheap" way to play games as old as the SNES, it was merely a hobby project done for my own self satisfaction. So if you're interested in one, they can be built but as a novelty only and will certainly cost more than anyone without a couple K$ to burn are going to want to spend. At least for right now...#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Downings Not-So-Single Game N64 Portable DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2018-09-20 | http://downingsbasement.comSee the original version of the system here! youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjISo in a rather interesting series of events, an old project from nearly 3 years ago ended up traveling the country before returning home for a big reboot and got sent right back on its way again!Essentially, after I sold this Single Game system on eBay at the end of 2016, it found a new home with a few different buyers, but the latest somehow found my contact info and asked if I'd be able to upgrade it for him. The video explains the details, but bottom line, the once "single-game" system now plays "every single" N64 game that's been made, all built-in! It's a wonderful time we live in. haha!
Downings Portable N64 Ultra VGA Upgrade DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2018-05-19 | The Basement - http://downingsbasement.comMarshall's Site - retroactive.beHey guys! I've had a couple of these boards for awhile now and am happy to have finally used one in one of my own projects! Sorry there's not a whole lot of documentation on the process, but I can say the end result was certainly worth the install time. Hope you enjoy!
Downing @ MGC 2018 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2018-05-01 | Just a short recap of my experiences at the Midwest Gaming Classic a couple weeks ago! Had an amazing time and I hope to be able to do it again next year!
The DowN64p Standard Portable Kit & MGC 2018! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2018-04-07 | Hey Everyone! Just wanted to show what I'll be bringing to the Midwest Gaming Classic, April 13th and 14th! http://downingsbasement.comIntroducing the DowN64p Standard Portable Kit!I'll be hanging out with the guys from the Bitbuilt forums and will have this Portable N64 on display as well as this Exploded view display that has all the components that go into the kit open for everyone to see. This will be my first time ever attending an event like this and I'm getting very excited to meet everyone and see some old friends! Also very interested to see what kind of response the kit idea is going to get! We will see soon enough!#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Legacy Downing Style N64p Cases for Sale DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2018-02-08 | Hey everyone! As the title says, I've got several older version N64p cases that have been made over the process of developing a portable N64 kit which I'd like to unload. Most are in individual components and colors vary between white, black and glow in the dark. Please let me know if you're interested in one or check out the for sale thread on Bitbuilt for more info on the cases. bitbuilt.net/forums/index.php?threads/wts-10-legacy-downing-style-n64p-cases-4-mini64-v2-1-controller-boards.1931Thanks for watching and hopefully there will be a more meaningful video up in the next few months!
Portable Nintendo 64 Commission by Downing DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2017-12-09 | http://downingsbasement.comHey Everyone! Back with my latest N64p Commission that was just finished off! Nothing much new on this one but still a fun build!#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Portable Nintendo 64 - The JN64p DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2017-09-01 | http://downingsbasement.comThe second of two Commissions I had been working on that was shipped out a little over a month ago. Though nothing new or different from the Shnyaps, I'm very happy with how this system turned out! So this is a very short video, but there are more on the way!#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Portable Nintendo 64 - The SHNYAPS 64 by Downing DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2017-07-07 | If you're interested in a commissioning a system like this one, please visit downingsbasement.com/commissions for all the details about the process and what to expect price wise. Thanks again for checking it out!The first of two commissions I've been working on for the past few months. I really wish I could turn these around faster but with such limited time these days it's a challenge to get one done in less than three months. Anyway, that being said, these two projects have been a great deal easier than the Mithzan because it reverted back to an older style of the system, but with improvements that were learned during the process of making it. System SpecsOriginal N64 MotherboardCustom Audio Amp (switchable so when headphones are plugged in, speakers mute), N64 Controller and PCBs by RDC5" 4:3 Ratio Display2 - 3.7V 5000mAh Li-Po batteriesFully 3D printed casing, buttons and decalsWall-Power and Battery charging jacksBuilt in Memory Card for games that require one to saveExpansion Pak equipped for full compatibility and improved performance. Again, this is a basic version of the system and there is no way to get A/V out to a TV or input for multi-player. So a single player portable only. But again, I'm very happy with how this one has come out and am excited to get this in the hands of my customer! He's been very patient which has been greatly appreciated!Music Credit : "Alternate" by Vibe Tracks#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Portable Nintendo 64 - The Mithzan 64 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2017-03-16 | http://downingsbasement.com | The Mithzan 64 was the latest in my line of N64 portable consoles. Commissioned for You Tuber and Social Media personality Max Mithzan, this has been built over a period of 4 months and utilized many new fabrication techniques. Not much of a build log on this one, but here are some more pics of the process. bitbuilt.net/forums/index.php?threads/the-mithzan-64-by-downing.1146/#post-12954The product of my first attempt at SLA 3D printing, my next generation N64 portable I learned a great deal from and more or less figured out the things I would never do again!Other than the case, buttons and region, the specs are the same as the Hesline 64 in regards to layout and internal components. Please check out that system in the link below if you'd like more info! Also check out my other console mods on You Tube if you're interested and subscribe if you'd like to see more!The Hesline 64 - youtube.com/edit?video_id=ikP_q5W6z74&video_referrer=watchThe SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbkMusic Credits:"Over Time" by Vibe Tracks#Mithzan #Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
The Form 2 - Unboxing in Downings Basement DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2017-01-06 | http://downingsbasement.comHey everyone. Got a new toy! More info at the link above! Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbkJellyfish in Space by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-...Artist: http://incompetech.com
Portable Nintendo 64 - The Hesline 64 by Downing DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2016-10-16 | This is pretty old now! Have a look at what's new! youtube.com/watch?v=Y95ozmShBsghttp://downingsbasement.comKind of a long video, feel free to skip ahead:Opening Slide ShowSystem Overview 2:52Functionality Test 5:48The Breakout Box 7:06Multi-Player Test 8:51A/V Out Test 11:40Hey everyone! Today I'd like to present my latest N64 commission, The Hesline 64, named after the buyer and will soon be making it's way to Australia. Probably one of my cleanest projects inside and out, the Hesline is also the most complex N64p that I've ever taken on. Adding features like an internal memory card, A/V out and multi-player support. Though nothing ground breaking as far as portables go, it's still the most complete unit of done. Specs:• Original PAL N64 Mother Board, Trimmed w/Expansion Pak• 5" 4:3 TFT Composite Display• 2 - 25mm, 32Ohm Speakers• 2 - 3.7V 5000mAh Li/Po Batteries in Series for 7.4V Output• Hardwired Original Memory Card/Controller Pak• Custom N64 Controller Board by RDC• Custom Switchable Audio Amp for Speakers/Phones by RDC• Custom 3.3V Regulator PCB by RDC• Custom Tact Switch PCBs by RDC• 5 Part 3D Printed Enclosure • 1 - 5mm Barrel Pin Connector for Wall Power• 1 - 2.5mm Barrel Pin Connector for Battery Charger• HDMI Jack for Play/Charge and Multi-Player features using included Breakout Box. • External Breakout Box includes a 12V, 2Ah DC Adapter for wall power and a 7.4v Smart Charger for the Li/Po batteries used in the handheld. It also houses the three other player ports so full multi-player gaming is possible. Lastly, there is an A/V output on the back of the box for standard RCA video out to a TV for full sized TV game play. This will most likely be the last commission I do for a while as I have a large backlog of projects I've been trying to get too and with time being as limited as it is, making customers wait as long as this guy had too isn't fair. But more projects are in the works and I'm excited to finally get them off my desk! Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbkMusic Credits:Aitech by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100336Artist: http://incompetech.com Jellyfish in Space by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500030Artist: http://incompetech.com#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Test of Hesline 64 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2016-09-23 | http://downingsbasement.comJust a quick demo of the unit powering on, showing sound, controller and everything like that works.Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbk
Downings A/V Test Box V2 DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2016-06-09 | http://downingsbasement.comHey Guys, This is version two of the A/V test box I showed off last week. Ran into problems with the last one as far as PAL/NTSC compatibility were concerned. This one will only do composite video, but it is not much easier to hook up too with the addition of a screw pin connector I robbed from my old CNC machine's control box. This should be a great deal more useful as far as my projects go.Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbk
Downings A/V Test Box DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2016-06-04 | http://downingsbasement.comJust a small side project I'd been working on for the past couple of days, but hopefully this text box will make trouble shooting and/or field testing a bit simpler for some of my future projects.Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbk
Portable Nintendo 64: Downings SGN64, Ocarina of Time DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2016-01-31 | System Has Been SoldIf you're interested in commissioning an N64 Portable like this, please check out: http://downingsbasement.com/commissions for more info!3D Printable STL's Available Here: myminifactory.com/object/the-sgn64-single-game-portable-n64-18287The SG-N64 is a single game Nintendo 64 Portable. Built for the sake of immortalizing one of the greatest games of all time, the SG-N64 OOT is one of my finest projects to date. It was done a bit differently than my normal routine as my CNC machines have been down ever since I tired to "upgrade" them, so 3D printing was used in all aspects of this portable as far as case work is concerned. This unit will be for sale most likely on Ebay and if you're interested, here are the specs below. Hardwired, Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time N64 Portable2 - 3.7v Lithium/Polymer batteries w/protection circuit and 8.4V Smart Charger1 - PTH08080WAZ 3.3v Step Down Regulator1 - Custom Audio Amp by RDC1 - Custom N64 Controller by RDC1 - 5" 16:9 or 3:4 Ratio Display2 - 40mm Mylar SpeakersCustom Printed Casing, Buttons (exception C, B&A from a Super Pad)1 - PS3 Joystick on Custom Breakout Board1 - Charging Jack1 - Head Phone Jack w/on-off kill switch1 - Video output jack & Cable to TV.Back-lit Tri Force LogoAll in all, I think this is one of my finest portable projects to date and though this was built knowing it was going to be sold, I'm actually kind of sad it will be laving. If you have any questions, please let me know and I'd be glad to help out. Music Credit; Daniel Tidwell Song: Over The World of HyruleAlbum: Versus Video Games This guys is really amazing, check him out on iTunes if you haven't already!itunes.apple.com/us/artist/daniel-tidwell/id351229341Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbk#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Downings Version of Cannon in D DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2015-10-03 | This was back in 04'! A long time ago, I can't even really play that song like that anymore! Gotta get back on it! wow...
6040 CNC Machine Unboxing DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2015-08-16 | My new CNC Machine, a 6040 CNC from China. For the money it's not a bad set-up although it has had its bugs and learning curves which have been a headache to sort through. But for the most part I have a usable and workable machine which is 3 times the sq/in cut table than my last and will be able to cut aluminum when I get to that stage.
Portable Nintendo 64: 2nd Commission by Downing Complete DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2015-07-12 | If you're interested in commissioning an N64 Portable like this, please check out: http://downingsbasement.com/commissions for more info!Here it is! My second N64p Commission done and working! This has to be the fastest project I've ever done, owing mostly to the fact it was nearly a complete duplicate of the first commission, just with a few improvements made. Notable changes in this one. 1 - New screen, 5" 16:9 Aspect Ratio with option of 4:32 - Relocated speaker to headphone kill switch.3 - New vents put in the top and the back of the system casing4 - PLA material vs ABS for the casing's side brackets & face.This is also a Pal system because my buyer is in the UK so I had to get a power adapter for him for the battery charger and wall power. This system was made using several different fabrication techniques which ranged from 3D printing to CNC machining and a little bit of old fashioned filling and sanding. Music Credit: Retro Remix Review, DKC2, Stickerbrush Symphony. Check them out on iTunes, really remarkable stuff!Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbk
2nd N64p Commission Almost Complete *TEASER* DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2015-06-30 | The second version of the N64p for another client almost complete. Just need to wire up the batteries and finish wiring the controller and memory card! This one is going fast!
Portable Nintendo 64 by Downing DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2015-05-25 | So this is very old now! Check this out 5 years later youtube.com/watch?v=Y95ozmShBsgIf you're interested in commissioning an N64 Portable like this, please check out: http://downingsbasement.com/commissions for more info!Hey Guys! I'm back with a finished N64 Portable commission that was completed last week and will be on it's way to the buyer early this week. This was a pretty standard Portable N64 with not much in the way of frills or extensive features but it still took a lot of work to complete and of course had it's issues when building. System Specs. 5" TFT LCD Display2 - 2mm Mylar SpeakersCustom Audio Amp by RDC2 - 3.7v 5000mAh Li-Po Batteries in Series for 7.4v OutputStandard N64 Motherboard with heavy trimExpansion PakHardwired Memory PakCustom 3D Printed and CNC Machined Enclosure3.5mm Headphone Jack with Manual On/OffDual Power Circuit for Wall and Battery PowerAs I explained in the video, ABS is a great printing material due to it's strength and machine-ability. However it takes more heat to print with and is more prone to warping. Though my modular printing format worked quite well initially, the technique I used to smooth the lines left from 3D printing caused some issues. Acetone baths are great for printed parts of ABS material, however if the parts are being printed to fit and the tolerances are tight, this isn't the process to go as I found out the hard way. The melting of the plastic from the acetone will distort the part a bit and as I said, with tight tolerances, this just doesn't do. So I had to make so adjustments to the original design that didn't come out as nice as I'd hoped for, but it is what it is at this point. All in all I'm happy with how strong and well put together this one is, but I'm still bummed about the casing. For other hacks and mods like this one, please be sure to check out my site @ http://downingsbasement.comThanks!Please check out my other console mods on You Tube!The SGN64 Featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - youtube.com/watch?v=4CdQN_8dOjIDowning's 2nd N64p Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=gTK87ZqoPc4Downing's Portable N64 Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=RPvAamYYjhgThe Cross Plane Commission - youtube.com/watch?v=fL4V05thHoIDowning's OUYA Portable - youtube.com/watch?v=qqpPk4cO8Q8Downing's PlayStation 2 Advance Controller - youtube.com/watch?v=h77NIEde4OkThe Cross Plane - youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sThe SNES-001 Advance II - youtube.com/watch?v=H1lagu9nXKYDowning's SNES-001 Advance - youtube.com/watch?v=QVis43-AugkDowning's Sega Genesis Portable "The Geneboy" - youtube.com/watch?v=E9f8iMMXf6sDowning's 2nd N64p "The Nimbus 64" - youtube.com/watch?v=m9emq44qrbk#Nintendo #portablegaming #retrogaming #customhardware #electronics #3dprinting
Downings FlashForge Dreamer Unboxing DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2014-11-23 | My first 3D printer! The FlashForge Dreamer is a relatively new 3D printer that has received very good reviews and swayed me away from a 5th Gen Makerbot that was over twice the price for half the quality.
So Many Me Demo on Downings OUYAp DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2014-07-21 | Just a short video of Extend Interactive and OriGo Games new Platformer "So Many Me" on my OUYA portable. *Note* I'm not video artist so this is just a quick and raw demo shot on a cell phone.Downloaded this the other day and it's been a great deal of fun to play these past few days. The balance between challenge and simplicity is beautifully executed in this fun and humorous 2D Platformer that shows what independent developers are capable of with time and a supportive community. Download So Many Me on OUYA and Steam!
Ghost In The Machine on the Cross Plane DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2014-07-08 | Link to the game: http://mikejmoffitt.com/gitmJust wanted to give show off the CP playing a bit on the PC. This game is called "Ghost In The Machine" and was done by a couple friends of mine. Awesomely challenging game and a great deal of fun! Nice work Mike and Beta!
The Cross Plane Commission: A Concept 10 Years Ahead of Its Time! DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2014-07-06 | The Worlds First WVI Designed For Gaming Get's An Upgrade With A Personal Touch. So after a nearly a year, the commission for a Cross Plane handset that never got to see the light of day through Kickstarter, has been completed. I'd first like to thank my buyer for being as patient as he has been with this to allow me the time to really do this right and make a fine tuned product as this has become. It's been a long project but it's finally done! I also want to thank RDC and Hailrazer for all their work they put in on the original CP, without which this would have never happened. If you'd like to follow the path of the Cross Plane, see the videos below to get caught up to speedThe Cross Plane: The First WVI Designed for Gaming: (Kickstarter) http://youtube.com/watch?v=YEL6wPime3sDowning's Cross Plane Commission Update 1: http://youtube.com/watch?v=0kk-gpL2cnsDowning's Cross Plane Commission Update 2: http://youtube.com/watch?v=HOE0PVTfMqIDowning's Basementhttp://downingsbasement.comMusic Credit: Title: "Go Cart"Author: Kevin MacLeodDownload Site: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300006#Downingsbasement #PortableGaming #RetroGaming
OUYA Forum Thank You DOWNINGs BASEMENT 2014-05-22 | Hey guys! Just a quick thank you for all on the OUYA Forums and the new friends I've made through this OUYA project. It's amazing to see these kinds of supportive communities still exist and I'm happy I've been accepted into it like I have. Special Thanks to:Philip Royer - Creator of Super PixaloPip - A.K.A. Tiny PixxelsKillSwitch - OUYA Forum
