Meet the Ntron: A 3D Printable Arcade and Chiptune Synth
Designed by Artifextron, The NTRON Arcade Synth, a stunning 3D-printed console that combines two passions: classic arcade gaming and music synthesis! Built around a Raspberry Pi 3B+, the NTRON not only runs RetroPie games on a 7″ OLED screen but also lets you create custom tunes using the hapiNES chiptune synth.
The project is a masterful display of hacking, electronics, and 3D printing, featuring beautifully designed external devices like a custom NES-style controller and a highly impressive keyboard. Check out the video below to see how the maker used careful finishing techniques—like sanding and clever filament tricks—to give this console its gorgeous retro aesthetic. Check the video to see how you can build this incredible fusion of a gaming rig and a music studio!
