Schematic software for Mac
- Angle Loss
- Breadboard Brother
hey guys,
I would love to do something other than handdrawn schematics, and do some nice looking ones like I see in the boutique section here. Does anybody know of any software for Mac OSX that is free or at least relatively cheap? I don't need to do fancy, just enough for overdrive boxes.
thanks!
btw, if there is some for PC that is free and very(!) good, I'd like to hear about that as well, because I can run Windows on my G4, but would prefer just a Mac program.
I would love to do something other than handdrawn schematics, and do some nice looking ones like I see in the boutique section here. Does anybody know of any software for Mac OSX that is free or at least relatively cheap? I don't need to do fancy, just enough for overdrive boxes.
thanks!
btw, if there is some for PC that is free and very(!) good, I'd like to hear about that as well, because I can run Windows on my G4, but would prefer just a Mac program.
- modman
- a d m i n
Information
- Posts: 4898
- Joined: 19 Jun 2007, 16:57
- Has thanked: 4411 times
- Been thanked: 2139 times
Check out Osmond, and our very useful non commercial links section:Angle Loss wrote:hey guys,
I would love to do something other than handdrawn schematics, and do some nice looking ones like I see in the boutique section here. Does anybody know of any software for Mac OSX that is free or at least relatively cheap? I don't need to do fancy, just enough for overdrive boxes.
thanks!
btw, if there is some for PC that is free and very(!) good, I'd like to hear about that as well, because I can run Windows on my G4, but would prefer just a Mac program.
http://www.phpbbserver.com/freestompbox ... c.php?t=79
hail, brother on mac!
Please, support freestompboxes.org on Patreon for just 1 pcb per year! Or donate directly through PayPal
- marshmellow
- Cap Cooler
There's a free version of Eagle, for Linux/XP/Mac: http://www.cadsoft.de
It's widely used in industry as well as universities etc.
It's widely used in industry as well as universities etc.
That's pretty cool they have OSX support. Are the files platform independent? I would suppose they would be.marshmellow wrote:There's a free version of Eagle, for Linux/XP/Mac: http://www.cadsoft.de
It's widely used in industry as well as universities etc.
- modman
- a d m i n
Information
- Posts: 4898
- Joined: 19 Jun 2007, 16:57
- Has thanked: 4411 times
- Been thanked: 2139 times
X11 is Linux emulator which allows you to use Linux software on you mac.
It should be part of your system folder, or check the mac website for update software.
It should be part of your system folder, or check the mac website for update software.
Please, support freestompboxes.org on Patreon for just 1 pcb per year! Or donate directly through PayPal
Information
i think this issue is moot nowadays. All the new macs are intel based. You could use parallel or bootcamp to load up Windows XP. I use parallel and while it's not good as native, it's not bad.
I wouldn't mind a dedicated mac schematic/layout software though.
I wouldn't mind a dedicated mac schematic/layout software though.
Information
you can also try crossover from codeweavers. its basically wine for osx and not as resourse hungry as parallels is . altho not everything works i have had good luck with diptrace and eagle.
Signature:
Built = SHO , DOD 250, Atari punk console,Fuzz Factory,Easy Vibe,Burning Crunch,Vm fuzz (2n5088+bmp tonestack),
Wah Probe,Dr.boogie,wolly mammoth
Up Next =
Eventually = Firefly, rackmount L5 preamp
http://dellamorte.gofreeserve.com
Built = SHO , DOD 250, Atari punk console,Fuzz Factory,Easy Vibe,Burning Crunch,Vm fuzz (2n5088+bmp tonestack),
Wah Probe,Dr.boogie,wolly mammoth
Up Next =
Eventually = Firefly, rackmount L5 preamp
http://dellamorte.gofreeserve.com
Information
i just downloaded crossover, and i have to say so far i am extremely impressed!! I mean really really impressed. It is not perfect, but it is faster than parallel that is for sure.dellamorte wrote:you can also try crossover from codeweavers. its basically wine for osx and not as resourse hungry as parallels is . altho not everything works i have had good luck with diptrace and eagle.
I am running
utorrent on it (superb)
express PCB (superb so far)
diy layout creator (crashes... i get an error)
I'll update this list as i try out more win xp programs
Information
diy layout creator has a java version (beta i believe)that runs natively it runs on my mbp just fine. now if i can find a good spice simulator that runs natively.
Signature:
Built = SHO , DOD 250, Atari punk console,Fuzz Factory,Easy Vibe,Burning Crunch,Vm fuzz (2n5088+bmp tonestack),
Wah Probe,Dr.boogie,wolly mammoth
Up Next =
Eventually = Firefly, rackmount L5 preamp
http://dellamorte.gofreeserve.com
Built = SHO , DOD 250, Atari punk console,Fuzz Factory,Easy Vibe,Burning Crunch,Vm fuzz (2n5088+bmp tonestack),
Wah Probe,Dr.boogie,wolly mammoth
Up Next =
Eventually = Firefly, rackmount L5 preamp
http://dellamorte.gofreeserve.com
Information
the java version seems to be working, but i can't import or open any files that are from the site here http://www.storm-software.co.yu/diy/ind ... ct=layoutsdellamorte wrote:diy layout creator has a java version (beta i believe)that runs natively it runs on my mbp just fine. now if i can find a good spice simulator that runs natively.
know what's going on?
- JiM
- Diode Debunker
Information
- Posts: 967
- Joined: 11 Mar 2008, 22:56
- Completed builds: Completed builds :
Proco Rat
MXR MicroAmp in a volume pedal
TubeDriver (w/ NoS russian tube and big muff tone contol) + Phase 45 (w/ univibe cap ratio)
Dallas Rangemaster (w/ noisy OC75, negative ground)
SubCaster tube booster (w/ NoS russian tube, PtP)
Hot Harmonics
Music From Outer Space SubCommander in progress
Crackle Not OK
Simple bass blender in a 1590A
Bazz Fuss with a photo-darlington - Location: France
- Has thanked: 70 times
- Been thanked: 66 times
- Contact:
Same for me on Linux : DIY layout creator Beta 2.0.1, used with JRE 6, doesn't want to open files
I says "unknown format" when opening a .diy file, and the library window stays empty.
Hint anyone ?
Meanwhile, i'll keep on using Eagle
I says "unknown format" when opening a .diy file, and the library window stays empty.
Hint anyone ?
Meanwhile, i'll keep on using Eagle
I only give negative feedback.
- marshmellow
- Cap Cooler
Information
i would kill for an affordable schematic/layout maker, similar to express PCB but for the mac and make it super easy to go from schematic to pcb in a pinch. I guess there is no money for this kind of development.
- RnFR
- Old Solderhand
Information
i got this reply from bancika-
"...the problem is that new version does not support files made with the old version. One board member has made format converter so when everything starts rolling with open source I'm sure that will be included."
"...the problem is that new version does not support files made with the old version. One board member has made format converter so when everything starts rolling with open source I'm sure that will be included."
"You've converted me to Cubic thinking. Where do I sign up for the newsletter? I need to learn more about how I can break free from ONEism Death Math." - Soulsonic
Blog-APOCALYPSE AUDIO
Blog-APOCALYPSE AUDIO
Information
what about eagle? it has a free version that runs natively now with no need for x11super velcroboy wrote:i would kill for an affordable schematic/layout maker, similar to express PCB but for the mac and make it super easy to go from schematic to pcb in a pinch. I guess there is no money for this kind of development.
Signature:
Built = SHO , DOD 250, Atari punk console,Fuzz Factory,Easy Vibe,Burning Crunch,Vm fuzz (2n5088+bmp tonestack),
Wah Probe,Dr.boogie,wolly mammoth
Up Next =
Eventually = Firefly, rackmount L5 preamp
http://dellamorte.gofreeserve.com
Built = SHO , DOD 250, Atari punk console,Fuzz Factory,Easy Vibe,Burning Crunch,Vm fuzz (2n5088+bmp tonestack),
Wah Probe,Dr.boogie,wolly mammoth
Up Next =
Eventually = Firefly, rackmount L5 preamp
http://dellamorte.gofreeserve.com
Information
i just didn't "get" it 6 months ago when i was trying it out. It didn't seem too intuitive too me. Maybe i should give it another try and more effort this time.dellamorte wrote:what about eagle? it has a free version that runs natively now with no need for x11super velcroboy wrote:i would kill for an affordable schematic/layout maker, similar to express PCB but for the mac and make it super easy to go from schematic to pcb in a pinch. I guess there is no money for this kind of development.
- RnFR
- Old Solderhand
Information
i found this program today-
http://www.capilano.com/html/dwmp.html
it's called DesignWorks. anyone have any experience with it?
http://www.capilano.com/html/dwmp.html
it's called DesignWorks. anyone have any experience with it?
"You've converted me to Cubic thinking. Where do I sign up for the newsletter? I need to learn more about how I can break free from ONEism Death Math." - Soulsonic
Blog-APOCALYPSE AUDIO
Blog-APOCALYPSE AUDIO
- DavidRavenMoon
- Breadboard Brother
Information
Have you tried MacSpice?dellamorte wrote:now if i can find a good spice simulator that runs natively.