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The Beatles (Platinum Edition)

Manufacturer: Stern Pinball, Incorporated, of Chicago, Illinois, USA (1999-now) [Trade Name: Stern]
Year: 2018
Date: November, 2018
Type: Solid State Electronic (SS)
Players: 4
Production: 250 units (confirmed)

About This Machine

The Beatles (Platinum Edition) pinball machine, designed by George Gomez and manufactured by Stern Pinball in 2018, is a highly anticipated addition to any serious collector's or enthusiast's collection. As a licensed theme based on one of the most iconic music groups of all time, this machine marks an important milestone in pinball history, cementing the industry's ability to collaborate with top cultural brands.

The gameplay experience offered by The Beatles (Platinum Edition) is nothing short of spectacular, boasting an array of innovative features and challenges that set it apart from other machines. Players will delight in navigating the 4 flippers, strategically utilizing the pop bumpers, slingshots, standup targets, magnets, spinning targets, drop targets, and a variety of multiball modes to achieve high scores. The inclusion of a plunging skill shot adds an extra layer of excitement, while the use of flash lamps for visual effects creates a truly immersive experience.

One of the most striking aspects of this machine is its design and artistry. The transparent translite allows players to gaze through at the playfield's artwork, which features intricate blades that add to the overall aesthetic appeal. When illuminated from behind, the back panel becomes a vibrant display of color and texture, further enhancing the visual impact of the machine. Furthermore, fans of the Beatles will appreciate the numerous references and nods to the band throughout the design, making this machine a true collector's item for enthusiasts of both pinball and rock music.

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Technical Details

Theme:
Licensed Theme - Music - Singing
MPU:
Stern SPIKE™ 2 System
Notable Features:
Flippers (4), Pop bumpers (3), Slingshots (2), Standup targets (8), Magnets (2), Spinning targets (2), 4-bank drop targets (2), 3-bank drop targets (1), Spinning disk (1), Star rollover (1). 2-ball and 4-ball multiball. Plunger skill shot. Flash lamp at center of pop bumper area. Flash lamp used for bass drum in lower playfield. The 3-bank drop targets when down allow ball to hit a recessed target to reset these drop targets. Playfield side wall art blades. Playfield back panel illumination. A translite is used instead of a backglass.

Credits

Designer:
George Gomez
Artist:
Christopher Franchi
Software:
Dean Grover
Music:
The Beatles
Sound:
Jerry Thompson
Mechanics:
Tom Kopera
Dots/Animation:
Eric Drucker

Documentation

  • Service and Operation Manual
    6 MB
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  • Service and Operation Manual (no schematics)
    7 MB
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Other Files