{"product_id":"re2-ym2413-project-re-birth-2nd-sound-card","title":"RE2-YM2413 - Project RE:birth 2nd Sound Card","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProject RE-birth 2nd is the spiritual continuation of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210307031049\/ym2203.com\"\u003eProject RE-birth\u003c\/a\u003e — a legendary open hardware project dedicated to bringing classic FM sound chips back to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2021, for unknown reasons, the Japanese closed the ym2203.com website, deleted all public schematics, and stopped the distribution of all peripheral hardware. Even with money in hand, it became impossible to purchase any SPFM motherboard or rebirth module. This was deeply frustrating for enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the absence of original hardware, I forked almost all RE-birth music modules to truly revive this project. My mission: make FM music chips available to people all over the world — no internal meetings, no mystery stores, no hunger marketing, just long-term stock and fair play for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRE2-YM2413\u003c\/strong\u003e is a YM2413 (OPLL) sound card designed for the SPFM series. The circuit is fully redesigned by myself and is compatible with the RE:birth bus. It can be used with SPFM Light, SPFM Lite, RESPFM, IAP-RESPFM and other compatible motherboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the YM2413 Chip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYM2413\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eOPLL (FM Operator Type-LL)\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a cost-optimized FM synthesis chip by Yamaha featuring \u003cstrong\u003e9 channels of 2-operator FM synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e, or alternatively 6 FM channels plus 5 rhythm channels. It was famously used in the \u003cstrong\u003eMSX-MUSIC\u003c\/strong\u003e standard, the Sega Master System FM expansion, and various arcade hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts warm, slightly lo-fi FM character is beloved by chiptune composers and retro gaming fans alike. The RE2-YM2413 lets you experience that authentic OPLL sound driven by the real chip — not emulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic YM2413 (OPLL) FM synthesis — 9 FM channels or 6 FM + 5 rhythm channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with RE:birth bus standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with SPFM Light, SPFM Lite, RESPFM, IAP-RESPFM and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic NE5532 dual op-amp for excellent audio output quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable volume control on-board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent digital-to-analog isolation for clean, noise-free sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandardized RE:birth module form factor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-term stock — always available, no artificial scarcity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSupported Chips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOPLL:\u003c\/strong\u003e YM2413, YM2413-F, YM2413B, YM2413B-F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOPLL Clone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2413, MY2413, YM2413 THINK, UM2413, UM3567, U3567\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Mainboards\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPFM Light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPFM Lite (2 slots)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRESPFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIAP-RESPFM (4 slots)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTM32-RESPFM (4 slots)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Did I Make It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eI referred to original rebirth module schematics and pictures, as well as the SPFM Tower schematic, to faithfully recreate this module. My dream is simple: to make SPFM and RE:birth modules available to everyone in the world — no gatekeeping, no mystery shops, fair play to all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to the extensive experience accumulated in designing MegaMod and other RE:birth modules, this module was designed and validated within a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RE2-YM2413 features a clean, minimal appearance with the YM2413 chip logo and key parameters printed on the board. It uses the classic \u003cstrong\u003eNE5532\u003c\/strong\u003e universal dual operational amplifier, delivering adjustable volume, excellent sound quality, and solid digital-analog isolation — fully in the spirit of Project RE:birth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupporting not only the original YM2413 but also a wide range of OPLL-compatible clone chips, this module offers exceptional flexibility for collectors and builders working with different chip variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RE:birth module design philosophy pursues the ultimate in sound quality, standardized appearance, and thoughtful bus layout with proper ground plane isolation — just like a textbook.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Denjhang's Retro Hardware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46114036416709,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/8507\/1813\/files\/2024-01-27T06_04_24.283Z-edd2d8577f9bef9d5fcc1dfd985ce0a0.jpg?v=1776854913","url":"https:\/\/denjhang.myshopify.com\/products\/re2-ym2413-project-re-birth-2nd-sound-card","provider":"Denjhang's Retro Hardware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}