What’s new in version 5.0 Spectrum +3 emulation: Full implementation of NEC µPD765A command set. Emulates up to 2 disk drives (the maximum the +3 can take). Automatically switches the drive emulation between a +3 3″ (CF2) drive and a … Continue reading →

The next version of Spectaculator, version 4.1 (due soon), will include Spectrum +3 emulation. I’ve currently implemented read-only support for DSK and EDSK files. The FDC emulation is extremely accurate, loading all those difficult copy-protected disks. Spectaculator 4.1 in action: … Continue reading →

What’s new in version 4.0 ZX Interface 1 emulation and up to eight Microdrives. Custom Interface 1 ROMs can be used, including Ian Collier’s 16KB version. Emulation of Spectrum +2A in addition to 16k/48k/128/+2 Spectrums. Recording and playback of action … Continue reading →

Due to personal reasons, it looks like I won’t have time to work on Spectaculator for a while. What I’d though I’d do is release the latest build of v3.0 as beta until I get time to finish it. It’s … Continue reading →

Spectaculator 2.5 is now available to download. It boasts a number of improvements to the emulation as well as support for zip files and cheating at via pokes! User interface Starts in full screen mode if you were last in … Continue reading →

Spectaculator 2.0 is now available to download. It boasts a number of improvements to the emulation as well as support for audio cassette files (TAP and TZX): Improved sound emulation Spectaculator has a completely new sound emulation driver that significantly … Continue reading →

Highlights Play full screen complete with TV-style picture on your monitor User adjustable border sizes when playing in a window High fidelity 48K Spectrum sound Choose Kempston Joystick and use your PC game pad to play Cursor Joystick emulation in … Continue reading →