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ZX Spectrum Next Issue 3

Name: ZX Spectrum Next Issue 3
Brand: Henrique Olifiers
SKU: 691775145

The Sinclair ZX Spectrum Next: the evolution of the Speccy computer, now expanded into the world of the Sinclair QL, C64 and... More!

7.5kBackers

$3.5MPledged

$250kGoal

1044%Funded

About this project

ZX Spectrum Next Issue 3 is the modern flagship of the retro-computing scene: the third generation of the 'modern Speccy', fully rebuilt on FPGA. Not a replica — it takes the 1982 machine that sparked a generation of coders and pushes it further with today's hardware: a larger Artix A7 FPGA plus Sinclair QL and Commodore 64 platform support. With 10,000+ units delivered across two previous campaigns, gen three keeps raising the bar. For 8-bit enthusiasts, it's a computer you can truly master, explore and modify. Continuing its community-built model, the campaign again funded far beyond its goal.

Highlights

✓Nostalgia, hardwareized: full Speccy compatibility with a massively upgraded FPGA core
✓One machine, many platforms: Sinclair QL and Commodore 64 support included
✓10,000+ units delivered previously: a proven retro-computing series, not a pipe dream
✓Community-driven development: stretch goals and features decided with enthusiasts

Specifications

Core	Larger Artix A7 XC7A35T FPGA
Essence	Third-gen modern ZX Spectrum, FPGA-rebuilt
Lineage	10,000+ units delivered from two prior campaigns
Position	The most powerful 8-bit computer today
Community	Community-built open evolution
Compatibility	Native Speccy + Sinclair QL + C64 emulation