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Target Alpha

gameactive13 mentionsFirst seen Apr 6, 2015Last seen Sep 18, 2024

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Target Alpha is a 1976 Gottlieb four-player electromechanical pinball machine owned by Chris. Acquired recently and in playable condition, it features a double-sided barrel key mechanism. The machine serves as both a personal restoration/upgrade project and an educational tool for introducing young children to pinball fundamentals, while also being considered as a candidate for LED lighting upgrades.

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Recent Mentions (13)

  • Gottlieb game mentioned as example with multiple drop targets in single bank

    Episode 26 - Drop TargetsApr 6, 2015
  • Gottlieb EM title, backglass reproduction produced by Classic Playfield Reproductions

    Episode 48 - EM Backglass PreservationApr 28, 2015
  • Four-player EM pinball machine that Clark Fraley is about to acquire as his first EM purchase and third pinball overall

    Episode 35 - Clark Fraley Interview 4/12/15Apr 15, 2015
  • Gottlieb EM machine from November 1976; 7,285 units produced; features 15 targets; recently restored and delivered to restaurant; subject of extended gameplay discussion

    #29 East Bound and Down - Mission:Target Alpha - The Classic Pinball PodcastMar 23, 2020
  • 1970s Gottlieb EM machine with notoriously unreliable mechanical bonus unit. John Day owned two and retrofitted them with hybrid solid-state controller.

    Hybrid Solid State Controller in an Electromechanical Pinball MachineNov 28, 2023
  • Solid state electromechanical game modified by John with ARM microcontrollers, RGB LEDs, and dynamic bonus system

    #80 RUSH delivery - The Classic Pinball Podcast

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  • Existing: 1976 Gottlieb four-player EM pinball machinevsConflicting: 1931-1977 Gottlieb machine
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026

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Mar 22, 2022
  • Gottlieb EM/hybrid custom build by John featuring microprocessor replacement for scoring circuits, RGB insert lighting, hybrid electronics

    #79 RUSH to judgement - The Classic Pinball PodcastMar 15, 2022
  • Papa Duke machine with El Dorado layout, 4-player EM game with spacey retro-future art, recently acquired by Jessica from Colorado

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 219 – Divergent ConcurrenceJul 9, 2023
  • Four-player variant of El Dorado playfield

    Past Times Pinball History Ep 27: El Dorado VariationsSep 18, 2024
  • Gottlieb pinball machine owned by Chris; uses double-sided barrel key; used to introduce young children to pinball fundamentals

    The pros and cons of real and digital pinball cab ownershipJun 24, 2024
  • 1976 Gottlieb four-player EM pinball machine acquired by Chris; recently received; needs new rubber; in playable condition

    Target Alpha, New Toys for 2024!Jan 8, 2024
  • 1931-1977 Gottlieb machine; Chris's restoration project subject for 'Clueless About EM Repair' series

    Netflix and Zen?Feb 19, 2024
  • Chris's personal machine; potential LED lighting upgrade candidate alongside Eight Ball Deluxe

    So many new Pinball FX tables to playMay 27, 2024