Own a Piece of Digital Animation History: from John Whitney's Studio

Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Exclusive Sale: Fully Restored Atari Mega ST2 System, previously owned by the esteemed John Whitney, a trailblazer in computer animation. This Atari Mega ST2, integral to Whitney's avant-garde abstract filmmaking in the 1980s, comes with all original components. Whitney, along with collaborator Jerry Reed, utilized this very system to develop the RDTD (Radius-Differential Theta Differential) application, revolutionizing visual compositions through intricate patterns and movements. The Atari Mega ST2's cutting-edge graphics of the era provided unparalleled computational power, enabling Whitney to merge art with technology in unprecedented ways. His pioneering projects, leveraged the RDTD application to delve into mystical and abstract themes, pushing the envelope of digital animation capabilities. This machine represents a significant piece of computing and cultural history, having facilitated breakthroughs in digital art and animation. The system has been meticulously tested and repaired by vintageelectronicrepair.com, ensuring all basic functions (keyboard/mouse I/O, floppy disk operations, sound and graphics output, and more) are in prime condition. With its robust 720k floppy drive, 2mb of RAM, and compatibility with high-quality laser printers at a competitive price at that time. This collector’s item, enriched by its historical significance in the evolution of digital art and its association with John Whitney's legacy, offers a rare opportunity to own a pivotal piece of technology that bridged the realms of art and computer science. No-charge local pickup at 90049; or will deliver locally or ship domestically at buyers’ expense via low cost blanket and shrink wrap service.

Price: 3000 USD

Location: Los Angeles, California

End Time: 2024-10-02T06:03:50.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD