Silicon Express Magazine Ad 1987 Laser 128 Apple Compatible Computer Software
$ 5.72
Description
Silicon Express Magazine Ad 1987 Laser 128 Apple Compatible Computer Software. Product/Line: Laser 128 EX Apple Compatible Computer, Software, and Peripherals. This ad serves as a detailed historical record of mid-to-late 80s software pricing and hardware availability. This original 1987 magazine advertisement features Silicon Express and their extensive catalog of software and hardware, specifically highlighting the Laser 128 EX, an Apple II compatible computer. The ad is a quintessential example of late-1980s tech marketing, utilizing a bold yellow and black color scheme with high-contrast typography. The layout is densely packed with a comprehensive list of period-correct software titles including 'The Print Shop', 'Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?', 'Flight Simulator II', and 'F-15 Strike Eagle', reflecting the booming home computer and gaming culture of the era. Graphically, the piece features the 'Silicon Express' logo in a stylized, blocky font typical of 1980s corporate tech branding. It includes a prominent mail-order form and a toll-free number, capturing the 'yuppie' era's shift toward direct-to-consumer technology sales. The design aesthetic is functional yet striking, emphasizing 'Best Prices... Best Delivery' and 'Fantastic Savings' as key slogans for the Columbus, Ohio-based distributor. This ad serves as a detailed historical record of mid-to-late 80s software pricing and hardware availability. Verified Specifications: Brand: Silicon Express / Video Technology (Laser 128) Product/Line: Laser 128 EX Apple Compatible Computer, Software, and Peripherals Item Type: Magazine Ad Art Style/Historical Context: 1980s Tech/Mail-order catalog style Publication Details: Likely from a 1987 computing magazine (based on software titles like 'Carmen Sandiego World') City/State/Country: Columbus, Ohio, USA Logos/Graphics: Silicon Express logo, Verbatim/Maxell disk graphics, mail-order form On-piece claims: 'Laser 128 EX—Apple Compatible Computer $449.95', 'Best Prices... Best Delivery' Substrate/Material: Paper Lot Count: 1
