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Ricardo Bittencourt

Developed a cycle-accurate audio emulation system for Rally-X within the mamedev/mame repository, replacing pre-recorded sound samples with a netlist-based simulation that closely mirrors the original hardware. Leveraging C++, circuit simulation, and embedded systems expertise, the work integrated Namco WSG audio into the discrete sound board and introduced an MB3730 power amplifier model, eliminating external audio dependencies and improving fidelity. The approach involved tracing the netlist directly from the Rally-X service manual, tuning amplification paths to reduce noise, and simplifying asset management. This established a scalable foundation for accurate audio modeling across future arcade hardware emulation projects.

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June 2026

1 Commits • 1 Features

Jun 1, 2026

June 2026: Delivered high-fidelity cycle-accurate audio emulation for Rally-X in mamedev/mame by replacing the BANG sample with a netlist-based model and integrating Namco WSG audio into the discrete sound board. Added MB3730 power amplifier modeling (MB3730_SIL), removed external audio sample dependencies, and tuned the amplification path to reduce noise. This work improves hardware fidelity, simplifies asset management, and establishes a scalable approach for cycle-accurate audio modeling across arcade emulations.

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Correctness100.0%
Maintainability80.0%
Architecture100.0%
Performance80.0%
AI Usage60.0%

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C++Circuit SimulationEmbedded SystemsHardware Emulation

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C++Circuit SimulationEmbedded SystemsHardware Emulation