I know you didn't mean anything by this, and I still feel compelled to reply haha
but don't take my comments as trying to start an argument. I have a PEB myself, and I agree, the construction & shielding is tank-like. Heck it probably could take an RPG hit and survive. Add in the weight of that transformer in the linear power supply and you have yourself a genuine boat anchor! I don't particularly enjoy lifting it, but when it's on the bench, well what a hearty chunk of equipment to work with.
And as in all the other machines of this era (I don’t dare compare them, because everyone has their own preference for which machines are their favorite) it holds legendary status among its enthusiasts. Heck just check out this atariage page!
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