RabidUrko Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 (edited) I have noticed when downloading (and consulting the Pinball Database) Sinbad 1978 table for VPX that there was two real versions of the exact same table released in 1978, one a EM and one a SS within a month of each other, was this because they were unsure if one would be more popular than the other as it was a transition of technology area ? I like to look up videos/info on the real tables themselves even though i only have a virtual cabinet. I expect there are some other tables like this too. Edited August 30, 2023 by RabidUrko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliffy Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 6 hours ago, RabidUrko said: I have noticed when downloading (and consulting the Pinball Database) Sinbad 1978 table for VPX that there was two real versions of the exact same table released in 1978, one a EM and one a SS within a month of each other, was this because they were unsure if one would be more popular than the other as it was a transition of technology area ? I like to look up videos/info on the real tables themselves even though i only have a virtual cabinet. I expect there are some other tables like this too. That's correct. Gottlieb was hesitant to commit to full on solid state so put out a few tables in both solid state and electromechanical. Joker Poker, Charlies Angels are two others I know of. The EM versions are much harder to find. System 1 games were the most basic solid state generation with only scoring and sounds. It still didn't have memory capabilities early on which is where Pascal Janin comes in. He designed a new boardset with added features like a skill shot and high score save among other things. His PI-1 board breathes new life into these gems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RabidUrko Posted August 30, 2023 Author Share Posted August 30, 2023 3 hours ago, Cliffy said: That's correct. Gottlieb was hesitant to commit to full on solid state so put out a few tables in both solid state and electromechanical. Joker Poker, Charlies Angels are two others I know of. The EM versions are much harder to find. System 1 games were the most basic solid state generation with only scoring and sounds. It still didn't have memory capabilities early on which is where Pascal Janin comes in. He designed a new boardset with added features like a skill shot and high score save among other things. His PI-1 board breathes new life into these gems. Cheers for that info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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