clock-signal ☆
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Description:
Latency-hating emulator of 8- and 16-bit platforms
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2026-02-10@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: emulator retro gaming preservation c++
Install: brew install --cask clock-signal
About:
Clock Signal is a low-latency, cycle-accurate emulator for classic 8-bit and 16-bit home computer and console platforms. It prioritizes immediate response and high-fidelity timing to recreate the authentic feel of original hardware. The project is open-source and actively maintained, focusing on correctness and performance.
Key Features:
  • Cycle-accurate emulation of platforms like the BBC Micro, ZX Spectrum, and Commodore 64
  • Extremely low-latency input handling for an authentic user experience
  • Cross-platform support including macOS, Linux, and Windows
  • Open-source and actively developed with a focus on hardware accuracy
Use Cases:
  • Retro gaming and revisiting classic 8/16-bit titles
  • Software development and testing for historical platforms
  • Digital preservation of legacy computer systems
Alternatives:
  • RetroArch – A comprehensive frontend for multiple emulators (libretro cores), offering more platforms but with a more complex configuration.
  • MAME – A large-scale archival project that emulates a vast array of systems, often with a focus on arcade hardware.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 10, 2026 4:26am 2026-02-10 0 VERSION_BUMP 5a7348c3
Jan 6, 2026 1:14am 2026-01-06 0 VERSION_BUMP 6f6bc780
Sep 14, 2025 3:45am 2025-09-14 0 VERSION_BUMP 3d27500a
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