John is a multifaceted pinball enthusiast and industry professional who operates across several domains: he is a developer/designer involved in pinball machine creation (Metallica Remastered), a tournament competitor in the pinball circuit, a machine collector and trader, and a business representative for Precision Pinball Products. He is based in the rural South, actively participates in pinball communities (Down South Pinball Discord, Tilt Studio league), and engages in machine sales and restoration activities.
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John won the high-score competition on Barry O's Barbecue Challenge with an unbeatable score
Precision Flips aluminum flipper system enables coil power reduction of 15-20 clicks
Stern switched to a quieter power supply fan in later Spike 2 production runs after complaints about noise
John's Target Alpha modification using ARM microcontrollers and RGB LEDs is fully reversible and maintains the original electromechanical game integrity
Stream participant, empties Death Star during gameplay
Community member from Down South Pinball Discord; recently sold Evil Dead; connected Don with interested buyers
Tournament competitor attempting to reach first place with final shot
Tournament competitor; got into lead position after second prison
Currently owns a Stern Stars machine; trading arrangement involves receiving restored Stars project while Cory recovers other Stars unit
Seller of the Jurassic Park Lost World machine; lives in rural property in country; wife present during transaction
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Murko reproduction playfields experience ink adhesion problems where ink lifts off the wood over time despite clear coat.
John formerly owned a Ghostbusters pinball machine that was featured on his YouTube show
Owner/representative of Precision Pinball Products who contacted Gonzo after video on top 50 pinball machines and sent flipper kit sample
Tournament player who brought pinball to his workplace and hosts tournaments for coworkers; beat Don in round one
Travel companion to Sterling Martin from Atlanta to Chicago/Wisconsin for event
Williams designer who provided alternative Rudy head design for Fun House addressing manufacturing concerns
Co-organizer of Tilt Studio pinball league (full name not provided in video)
Code developer discussing design decisions and mechanics in gameplay stream
Developer present at factory tour during Expo, interacting with visitors