Episode 10: The Classic Pinball Podcast-Centaur
The guys have their normal discussion about all aspects of Centaur. Sometimes taking a detour, but staying true to their roots discussing classic pinball. They attempt to play a few games to show off their playing skills. Practice makes perfect.
Kineticist’s take
Deep dive into Centaur (1981 Bally) design, features, and collector insights.
Synopsis
George and Dave from The The Classic Pinball Podcast discuss Centaur, a 1981 Bally pinball machine designed by Jim Patla with artwork by Paul Faris. They explore the game's innovative features including five-ball multiball, color-coded inserts, advanced sound board capabilities, and playfield design. The hosts share acquisition stories, restoration techniques, and personal perspectives on the game's underrated status in the collector community.
Entities
- Bally· company
- CPR· company
- Gottlieb· company
- Innovative Concepts (ICE)· company
- Stern· company
- Williams· company
- Ball's a Puppet· game
- Centaur· game
- Fathom· game
- Quicksilver· game
- The Classic Pinball Podcast· organization
- Bill Davis· person
- Dave· person
- Dave Matrando· person
- Eric Stone· person
- George· person
- Jack· person
- Jim· person
- Jim Patla· person
- Joel· person
- Mike· person
- Paul Faris· person
- Stu· person