olWhen the Atari ST series debuted in 1985 with the Atari 520ST, which was quickly followed by the Atari 1040ST, it represented a significant leap forward in home computing technology, particularly in graphics and sound capabilities. This 16-bit computer line would go on to become especially renowned in Europe’s music and desktop publishing scenes, thanks to its powerful combination of visual prowess and MIDI integration.
The Atari ST introduced groundbreaking graphics capabilities for its time, featuring a custom graphics chip. This dedicated hardware could display three distinct graphics modes.
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