{"product_id":"apple-ii-rev-0-reproduction-kit","title":"Apple II Rev 0 DIY Reproduction Kit - Full Accessory Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eApple II Rev 0 DIY Reproduction Kit - full accessory configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the complete Shopify version of our Apple II Rev 0 reproduction kit. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e the lower-priced base configuration shown on Tindie. The Tindie page uses selectable options; this Shopify listing is the combined configuration with \u003cstrong\u003eKit\u003c\/strong\u003e selected and the accessory options set to \u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration included in this Shopify listing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit or Fully Assembled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePS\/2 Keyboard Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching Power Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloppy Disk Emulator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVGA Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGamePad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is intended for buyers who want the DIY Apple II Rev 0 reproduction kit together with the practical accessories needed for a more complete build and test setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant: DIY kit, not the fully assembled board\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is for builders. It includes the Apple II Rev 0 reproduction PCB, curated components, tested vintage ICs where required, and the accessory modules listed above. Soldering, assembly, inspection, and careful first power-on testing are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a ready-built product instead, choose the separate fully assembled Apple II Rev 0 reproduction board listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this kit is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apple II Rev 0 reproduction kit is a replica project based on the original Apple II Rev 0 motherboard design. It is made for vintage computing collectors, retro hardware builders, educators, and hobbyists who want to experience early Apple II hardware in a practical, buildable form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause original Apple II parts are increasingly scarce, this kit uses a carefully selected combination of reproduction PCB work, compatible substitute circuits, tested vintage components, and modern support modules where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple II Rev 0 reproduction motherboard PCB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurated through-hole component kit for the Rev 0 build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested vintage or used ICs where original-type parts are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS\/2 keyboard adapter for practical keyboard connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching power supply for the build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloppy disk emulator for booting software and test tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVGA adapter for easier display output during use and testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGamePad accessory for supported retro software and games.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to GitHub documentation and build reference material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy tested ICs matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Apple II reproduction PCB projects fail because the builder receives dead, counterfeit, unstable, or incorrectly substituted vintage chips. This kit is designed to reduce that risk. Vintage and used ICs are tested before shipment so builders can spend less time debugging unknown parts and more time completing the build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome historically accurate chips are difficult to source today. Where necessary, compatible substitute circuits or adapter boards are used to preserve function while improving build practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign and compatibility notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe project aims to reproduce the Apple II Rev 0 motherboard as faithfully as practical while accounting for modern sourcing limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome chip substitutions are used, such as replacing original 8T97 parts with compatible 74LS367 logic where documented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome ROM and memory-select functions use adapter or plug-in boards as described in the project documentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original oscillator area should not be populated in the same way as the historical board; clock generation is handled through the documented adapter approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll main board assembly is through-hole, matching the style of the original era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAssembly notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore soldering, count and inspect the components. Passive parts may include extras; IC quantities are normally exact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended soldering order: resistors, diodes, inductors, capacitors, transistors, IC sockets, connectors, and slot pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck IC socket direction carefully. Most ICs follow the same notch orientation when the board is upright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore first power-on, recheck every IC orientation, adapter board, cable direction, and power connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical power warning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not power on, power off, or reboot the motherboard by plugging or unplugging the DC output connector of the power adapter.\u003c\/strong\u003e Doing so can create voltage spikes that may damage RAM chips and other components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the AC side of the power supply for power control, such as a switched wall outlet or power strip. Always confirm power wiring and voltage before connecting the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKeyboard and boot behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe PS\/2 keyboard adapter cable must be connected in the correct direction. Reversed wiring can damage hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen a floppy disk emulator or controller is installed, the system can boot from the virtual floppy setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithout the floppy controller, the onboard BASIC boot procedure may require the documented keyboard command.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation and references\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/johnsonwust\/Apple-II-Reproduction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGitHub project documentation and build notes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tindie.com\/products\/johnson\/apple-ii-rev-0-reproduction-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTindie product page with selectable configuration options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.willegal.net\/appleii\/assembly-v2.2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eApple II Rev 0 assembly reference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.willegal.net\/appleii\/appleii-integer.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHistorical Apple II Rev 0 reference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as the base Tindie listing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Tindie page uses selectable options. This Shopify product is the kit configuration with PS\/2 keyboard adapter, switching power supply, floppy disk emulator, VGA adapter, and GamePad included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a fully assembled Apple II board?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is the DIY kit. It requires soldering and assembly. A separate fully assembled version is available for buyers who want a ready-built board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the kit include tested ICs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Vintage or used ICs included with the kit are tested before shipment to reduce the risk of receiving non-working parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this useful for an Apple II clone or replica project?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This kit is intended for Apple II Rev 0 reproduction, Apple II replica motherboard, Apple II clone kit, and Apple II reproduction PCB projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"innoelement Maker Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44589209813075,"sku":null,"price":298.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/0891\/1443\/files\/2025-04-04T17_46_41.821Z-DSC_7562.jpg?v=1776881068","url":"https:\/\/www.retromakerkits.com\/products\/apple-ii-rev-0-reproduction-kit","provider":"RetroMakerKits by innoelement","version":"1.0","type":"link"}