Description
Overview
Here is a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine Imica Ltd Checkmate 1500 Plus riser board, fully compatible with the Amiga 500 motherboard. The Checkmate 1500 Plus was a premium desktop tower conversion case produced by Imica Ltd in the early 1990s, designed to give the Commodore Amiga 500 a more professional, AT-style desktop form factor. The riser card is the critical interface component that allows the Amiga 500 mainboard to be mounted horizontally within the Checkmate chassis, routing all expansion and power signals correctly. Without a working riser, a Checkmate 1500 build simply cannot function — making this a genuinely essential and increasingly scarce part.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Imica Ltd
- Model: Checkmate 1500 Plus Riser Card
- Compatibility: Commodore Amiga 500 / Amiga 500+ motherboard
- Function: Motherboard riser / orientation adapter for Checkmate 1500 Plus desktop case
- Interface: Amiga 500 edge connector pass-through
- Form Factor: Designed for AT-style desktop tower mounting
- Era: Early 1990s, vintage retro computing hardware
Condition Details
This riser board is in Good condition and is fully functional. The seller confirms the board is working and shows only light signs of use consistent with its age — typical of carefully stored vintage hardware. There are no cracked traces, bent pins, or obvious physical damage. As with all vintage PCBs, minor surface oxidation or age-related patina may be present, but this does not affect performance.
What’s Included
- 1x Imica Checkmate 1500 Plus Amiga 500-compatible riser board
- No case, no Amiga motherboard, no additional accessories included
Please note: Only one image is available. Buyers are encouraged to message with any questions before purchasing. This is a vintage item sold as described — ideal for restorers and Amiga enthusiasts completing or repairing a Checkmate 1500 build.
