Joe Burks
wavicle9.bsky.social
Joe Burks
@wavicle9.bsky.social
I make retro-style hardware for the 8-bit nostalgia feelz.
Next batch of OtterX are available now on my Tindie store. I now sell faster oscillators as an add-on option which overclocks the system 10MHz.

www.tindie.com/products/wav...
OtterX 8-Bit Retro Computer by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie
6502-based computer with Commander X16 compatibility
www.tindie.com
September 17, 2025 at 1:36 AM
A new version of Otter Power! will soon be available through my Tindie store. Now with +12V fan header, holes for external power source, larger power inductors, and 2oz copper traces on outer layers. Works with #OtterX, #CommanderX16, and the original F256 Jr.
September 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM
I don't post here nearly often enough, and... The next Calypso prototype has been put in for production! For those of you not aware, Calypso is a peripheral that attaches to VERA and adds USB keyboard, WiFi + file server, RS232, VERA recovery, and now NTP time sync! #OtterX #CommanderX16
September 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The current situation with retaliatory tariffs may force me to retire some products in my Tindie store. Most notably my flagship OtterX computer www.tindie.com/products/wav.... There is no guarantee that I will be able to restock after the current batch has sold.
OtterX 8-Bit Retro Computer by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie
6502-based computer with Commander X16 compatibility
www.tindie.com
May 9, 2025 at 4:25 PM
65Cxx CPU switcher for OtterX and X16 (should also work on anything that can take either a 65C02 or 65C816 CPU) appears to be passing all tests thrown at it. Also fixes an issue in the X16 PCB which allows for this combination of 65C816 + Cartridge + 10MHz overclock. #OtterX #CommanderX16
February 6, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Despite what the Tindie page says, I have a stack of these cartridges in stock. Assembly available for an additional fee. www.tindie.com/products/wav... #OtterX #CommanderX16
ROAM Commander X16 Cartridge by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie
Commander X16 ROM and Memory cartridge for software devs and enthusiasts
www.tindie.com
January 1, 2025 at 10:10 PM
My latest X16 / OtterX related distraction: save wear and tear on your CPU socket and have the best of both worlds! Coming who-knows-when.
January 1, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Reposted by Joe Burks
If you want a smaller form factor, one community member has his own fully-compatible ITX board called the OtterX. And it's over-clockable (to 10 Mhz)!

It's also available as a kit.
www.tindie.com/products/wav...
OtterX 8-Bit Retro Computer by Joe's Retro Sto' on Tindie
6502-based computer with Commander X16 compatibility
www.tindie.com
January 1, 2025 at 7:47 PM