PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Motorola DSP56001ARC27 is a vintage digital signal processor (DSP) from Motorola’s famous 56000 family. These processors were widely used in audio processing, synthesizers, telecom systems, and embedded solutions during the late 1980s and 1990s.
This particular chip comes in a ceramic PGA package with gold lid, a highly collectible design variant. The DSP56001 offered advanced capabilities for its era, including support for high-performance mathematical operations essential in sound synthesis and signal filtering.
Today, the Motorola DSP56001 is a rare and collectible chip, highly sought after by vintage computing enthusiasts, audio hardware collectors, and semiconductor historians.
👉 Please note: The chip is untested and is sold as a collector’s item.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Manufacturer: Motorola
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Model: DSP56001ARC27
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Family: Motorola 56000 DSP series
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Type: Digital Signal Processor (DSP)
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Package: Ceramic PGA with gold cap
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Clock Speed: 27 MHz
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Country of Manufacture: Malaysia
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Era: Late 1980s – 1990s
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Usage: Audio processing, telecom, synthesizers, embedded systems
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Condition: Used, not tested, collectible
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