ZX Spectrum: Experimenting with 1-Bit Sound

As part of the ZX Spectrum tour, I implemented some routines that would let you play simple tones out of the 1-bit beeper. These were in large part inspired by earlier work I did on the Apple II. W…
91 points by ibobev 43 days ago bumbershootsoft.wordpress.com 26 comments

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The article details the author’s efforts to create sound routines for the ZX Spectrum’s 1-bit beeper, drawing inspiration from their previous experience with the Apple II. It’s a fascinating look at how retro computing can revive simple audio techniques.

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