Hardware Podcasts

The Twelfth Day of Keyzermas

The Amp Hour · 9 Jan 2024 · 1h 20m · Episode 655

What this episode covers

Jeff Kaiser of Mightyohm discusses his transition from a high-volume electronics kit business to a slower phase, the personal challenges of caring for his sick cat, and his deep dive into repairing vintage HP and Tektronix test equipment. He details the mechanical failure of HP VNA step attenuators, the resurgence of CRT monitors for retro gaming, and his efforts to sell custom laser-cut parts on eBay to support his hobby. The conversation also touches on his use of SolidWorks and 3D printing for small repairs, and the cultural differences between the Tektronix and HP vintage equipment communities.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Mightyohm, Adafruit, Copper Mountain
Products
HP 8753, Tektronix TM500, Prusa Mini, RetroPie
Tools
SolidWorks

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