MakeMHz

MakeMHz

@makemhz.com

Manufacturer and online retailer for open-source hardware, tools, and electronic kits. Based outside of Atlanta, GA.

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Finally!!! This is the first time any Konami Python 1 arcade title has ever been emulated! This is technically "in game", however PCSX2 hard crashes after this step so still lots of work ahead. Nice to see some progress after entering the FireWire torment nexus

DiscoStarslayer@disco.camp

This is for all the Konami Python 1 fans out there (there are dozens of us)

Project Stellar firmware 1.9.0 is now available. 🚀 This update adds compatibility workarounds for trainer patches, introduces the new firmware download system, and includes various fixes and improvements. github.com/MakeMHz/proj...

github.comRelease v1.9.0 · MakeMHz/project-stellarChangelog Added compatibility workarounds for trainer patches Added a new firmware download system Various fixes and improvements Due to a firmware download bug in previous releases, this update ...

It's always a good sign when a pallet of packaging supplies shows up.😍 Stellar Plus and Wireless Upgrade Kits are shipping soon!

🚀 Announcing the Easy LPC Rebuild QSB for Xbox 1.6 The first rebuild solution that fully restores the LPC port using a simple flex PCB design for fast and reliable installs. Shipping at the end of April. Included free with all Stellar Plus kits! makemhz.com/products/lpc...

makemhz.comEasy LPC Rebuild QSB for Xbox 1.6The Easy LPC Rebuild QSB is the simplest and most reliable way to restore the LPC port on an Original Xbox revision 1.6 motherboard. Designed for quick, frustration-free installation, this flex PCB re...

Project Stellar Plus and Stellar Plus Upgrade Kits will ship with a front-mounted PCB antenna to maximize WiFi and Bluetooth reception inside the Xbox. Is anyone interested in an optional external antenna kit, with drilling templates, for users who want to push performance even further?🤔

The MakeMHz January update is live. 🚀 XboxHD+ shipping resumes Jan 12 with fewer than 30 orders remaining. Stellar Plus and Wireless Upgrade Kit timeline has shifted to late April due to CNY schedules. Wireless Upgrade Kit orders close at the end of January. makemhz.com/blogs/news/m...

makemhz.comMakeMHz Update – JanuaryHey, it’s Dustin from the MakeMHz team. Here is a quick update for January. I normally don’t go into personal health matters here, but it impacted our schedule, and I want to be transparent. Personal ...

Pre-orders are live! 🚀 Project Stellar Plus - a complete redesign with built-in Wi-Fi, wireless controller support powered by BlueRetro, and faster hardware. Reserve yours now: makemhz.com/products/pro... Already own Stellar? Grab the new Wireless Upgrade Kit here: makemhz.com/products/pro...

makemhz.comProject Stellar PlusOverview Features Kit Contents Screenshots Resources FAQ ⚠️ This page is currently being updated. For the full announcement and background, please read the Project Stellar Plus and Wireless Upgrade an...

Support over the last two weeks has been amazing, and we have nearly cleared out our restock! ❤️ We are working on shipping out all orders this week. The 20% Stellar RGB bundle discount is extended for one more week. Buy now, as the next Project Stellar restock will not be until later this year. 🚀

MakeMHz@makemhz.com

All Stellar RGB orders have shipped! 🥳 A small restock is coming in 1 to 2 weeks, earlier than the original September estimate for Project Stellar and Stellar XboxHD+. To celebrate, get 20% off Stellar RGB when bundled with either for the next two weeks!

Stellar RGB kits are arriving and already being installed. 🥳 Discord member hattymein shared these pictures of their install in a crystal edition Xbox and said: "It’s the best fucking thing ever. Super glad you came up with this."

All Stellar RGB orders have shipped! 🥳 A small restock is coming in 1 to 2 weeks, earlier than the original September estimate for Project Stellar and Stellar XboxHD+. To celebrate, get 20% off Stellar RGB when bundled with either for the next two weeks!

We were also able to use spare inventory of Project Stellar and XboxHD+ to fulfill a large portion of backorders originally scheduled for September. Remaining orders are now on track to ship within the next 1 to 2 weeks.

Stellar RGB kits start shipping in less than a week! 🥳 Do you prefer a subtle glow on the original black shell, or are you all about maximum RGB with a limited edition shell that lights up everything? Let us know your style! bsky.app/profile/make...

Dustin Holden - MakeMHz@lovemhz.bsky.social

I'm in the workshop this weekend installing full Stellar RGB kits into these beautiful limited edition Original Xbox consoles. 🤩

The last pieces have arrived! 🥳 We will be working on the installation guides over the weekend and will begin shipping out orders later next week!

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The wait is over. Stellar RGB is here. 🚀 A fully customizable, solderless RGB system built for the Original Xbox — powered by StellarOS. Available now in: ✨ Ring of Lights Kit 🔌 Controller Ports Kit 🟢 Front Panel Kit 🛠️ DIY Cable makemhz.com/products/ste...

Thank you to everyone for the continued support! 🥰 It appears that we have sold out of our remaining stock of Project Stellar and XboxHD+ over the weekend. We're currently in the process of having the next batch made and have reopened orders for all products. makemhz.com

The wait is over. Stellar RGB is here. 🚀 A fully customizable, solderless RGB system built for the Original Xbox — powered by StellarOS. Available now in: ✨ Ring of Lights Kit 🔌 Controller Ports Kit 🟢 Front Panel Kit 🛠️ DIY Cable makemhz.com/products/ste...

Project Stellar Firmware 1.8.3 is now available as a beta release. 🚀 This update is for offline installation only. Once confirmed stable, it will roll out via the online update server. If issues occur, a firmware recovery to a previous version may be required. github.com/MakeMHz/proj...

github.comRelease v1.8.3 Beta · MakeMHz/project-stellarBeta Release Firmware 1.8.x has been extensively tested, but as this is an initial beta release, unexpected issues may still occur. If problems arise, a firmware recovery to a previous version may ...

Tariff Relief and Production Update at MakeMHz Project Stellar kits are heading out, and fewer than 50 standalone XboxHD+ units just went live. Replacement‑part pages are now live with Easy d0 and molded plastics sold solo. makemhz.com/blogs/news/t...

makemhz.comTariff Relief and Production Update at MakeMHzWhy We’re Checking In Did you miss our first update? Read MakeMHz’s Plan to Ride Out Tariffs for the background on these changes. Good news first. Tariffs have mostly returned to normal, lifting a hug...

Did you know?🤔 Your original Xbox can now tell Discord what game you're playing. Project Stellar’s GameID feature works with the @pixelfx.co Morph to update your Discord presence in real time. 🤯

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🚀 Project Stellar Firmware 1.8.0 is here! Six months of deep reverse engineering, major video pipeline fixes, over 100 new display modes, GameID support, external scaler integration, and more. makemhz.com/blogs/news/p...

Halo 2 HD - Stellar Edition is now available! Built for Project Stellar, it brings full support for custom resolutions, letting you experience Halo 2 like never before. Here it is running at 1720x720!🤯 github.com/MakeMHz/stel...

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🚀 Project Stellar Firmware 1.8.0 is here! Six months of deep reverse engineering, major video pipeline fixes, over 100 new display modes, GameID support, external scaler integration, and more. makemhz.com/blogs/news/p...

Never stop improving! Stellar XboxHD+ kits are now shipping with revision 6 flex cables, designed for easier installation with tighter tolerances and a slightly larger size on the small side. 🥳 The install guide has also been updated with all-new high-resolution images to simplify the process.

🚨The MakeMHz Black Friday Sale is here! 🚨 🔥 15% off site-wide + free gifts ! 🔥 Don't miss your chance to score Project Stellar for the Original Xbox at a rare discount. This sale ends Sunday — shop now: makemhz.com

- Free 4x Xbox USB Adapter and Xbox MCPX Heatsink with every purchase of the Stellar XboxHD+ kit. - Free 1x Xbox USB Adapter and Xbox MCPX Heatsink with every purchase of the Project Stellar kit. * Free items will be added to orders during shipping.

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Realizing I didn’t post this here. Finally put together my “ideal” original Xbox a few months ago. I wanted the best of both worlds as far as looks and reliability, so this is an extremely late model 1.6, transplanted into a JP Skeleton shell, along with the @makemhz.com Stellar HD+.

The complete user guide for Network Streaming in Project Stellar is now live. 🚀 Learn how to play ISO images over your network directly on your original Xbox. https://t.co/srIP8I6iYX

We are thrilled to announce the release of Project Stellar 1.7.0! 🍍🚀 This version brings significant improvements to native USB controller compatibility and fixes previous regressions. https://t.co/OYWoKzKijS

Firmware 1.6.1 is now live and resolves the post-release edge cases that were reported to us yesterday. https://t.co/AC9MFePJDv https://t.co/d9AgFDGve0

Project Stellar Firmware 1.6.0 is here! 🚀 https://t.co/ItsVrcvKgA With NetISO support, a new built-in file manager, Xbox boot animation decompilation, and a rewritten network driver, this is our biggest update yet. Over 600 commits and 150k lines of code added—get ready to…

Project Stellar Firmware 1.6.0 is here! 🚀 With NetISO support, a new built-in file manager, Xbox boot animation decompilation, and a rewritten network driver, this is our biggest update yet. Over 600 commits and 150k lines of code added—get ready to experience the future of…

Project Stellar Firmware 1.6.0 is here! 🚀 With NetISO support, a new built-in file manager, Xbox boot animation decompilation, and a rewritten network driver, this is our biggest update yet. Over 600 commits and 150k lines of code added—get ready to experience the future of…

In prep for Project Stellar firmware 1.6, stellar-attach v1.1.0 adds new options for mounting virtual disc images on the original Xbox, including external paths (NetISO) and advanced configs. Easier integration with legacy dashboards! #ProjectStellar 🚀 https://t.co/Hbo2Qq3otb

Vacation notice! 🏖️🍍 We're taking a break from July 17th to 24th. Shipping, including backorders, will resume on the 25th. Please note that email support will be limited during this period. https://t.co/t74CSO4vd0

Did you know that Project Stellar is the only BIOS, retail or third-party, for the Xbox with full compatibility across all revisions? 😮 - Avoid freezing on 1.0/1.1 consoles. - Completely resolves all 1.6 issues. - Full suite of per-game fixes. https://t.co/zmbmXu4Stg

Did you know that Project Stellar is the only BIOS, retail or third-party, for the Original Xbox with full compatibility across all Xbox revisions? 😮 - Avoid freezing on 1.0/1.1 consoles. - Completely resolves all 1.6 issues. - Full suite of per-game fixes. In stock and…

Today, we're thrilled to announce that @redherring32 is joining the MakeMHz store! 🥳 We're launching a collaboration to offer custom parts for building a portable Xbox with Project Stellar and XboxHD+. https://t.co/WK23lxlm86

It's the last day of our Summer Sale! Don't miss your final chance to grab incredible deals. Shop now before it's too late! https://t.co/E3KunFGsRe

Don't miss out on our exclusive Summer Sale! 🍍 There are just a few days left to snag incredible deals. Hurry before it's over! https://t.co/E3KunFH0GM

Networking streaming with Project Stellar firmware 1.6 is truly game-changing! 🤯 Check out the preview video below! 🚀🎮 - Support for SMB2 (Windows, Linux, macOS, RetroNAS, etc) - Native support for ISOs, XISO, CSO, and REDUMP images - Faster than native DVD and compressed… https://t.co/F2aIfgLrP4