Electron

Released in September 1983 as a low-cost (£199), slightly cut down version of the BBC Micro, the Electron could run some of the software already available (a definite advantage for a new machine), but at about one third the speed.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Acorn
Processor	6502A
Speed (MHz)	1.79
Ram (KB)	32
Ram expandable to (KB)	unknown
ROM (KB)	64
Sound	3 channels plus noise
Keyboard type	Typewriter-style
Number of keys	56
Dimensions (mm)	340 x 160 x 65
Weight (g)	unknown
Interfaces	Cassette interface Composite video output RGB port(6 pin DIN) System bus connector

Reviews

Your Computer September 1983

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