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Stern Tech School: Learn How…
Stern Tech School: Learn How… 940 788 GAD Vending

GAD offers full service support to our customers. Some areas, we have actual, real (wonderful people!) service techs that can come out and fix for you. Depending on your issue and warranty will depend on your costs. In other areas, we offer full phone support. Or, you are welcome to come to our office and we can walk you through how to fix your issue. The good news is – GAD knows you like to fix it yourself.

GAD has a large stock of parts – just under 100,000 parts in stock in our various warehouses. And – if we don’t have it, we have the back-up of fully stocked manufacturers. We ship parts daily to customers looking to fix their machines from pinball and arcade games to vending machines.

Also, Stern has started a new YouTube series called Stern Tech School. Go to YouTube’s channel and take a look if your service issue is already out there.

Pinball Expo is Coming to Chicago
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Coming October 15 – 19 in Chicago, this is the premier pinball event of the year!

Open to the public (did we say ROAD TRIP)….

Event highlights:

PINBALL EXPO EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Tuesday, October 15:
Chicago Gaming Factory Tour & Galloping Ghost Arcade (lunch served)
Wednesday, October 16:
Logan Arcade, American Pinball Factory Tour & Enterrium (lunch served)
Thursday, October 17:
Jersey Jack Pinball Factory Tour & Seminars
Event Hall Open 12:00 Noon – Midnight
Friday, October 18:
Stern Pinball Factory Tour & Seminars
Event Hall Open 10:00 am – Midnight
Saturday, October 19:
Seminars, Autograph Session, Live Music
Event Hall Open 10:00 am – 2:00 am

SILVERBALL CELEBRATION

Although there was a 1948 United Baby Face pinball machine in his basement, it was during the annual family vacation to visit his aunt in Florida when a very young Rob Berk became completely captivated by the wonders of the silver ball. As Berk remembers, “My dad, for whatever reason, always made it a point to take the kids to the arcade. I guess he liked pinball, so it was his way of introducing me to it. And it became our ritual. In fact, there was a bookstore called Alfies on Alton Road in Miami Beach that had two pinball games and we would just play for hours.” The connection and fascination intensified when Berk’s father added a D. Gottlieb Texan, manufactured in 1960 and the last 4-player wood rail game from the company, to the family basement.

Rob Berk’s life was to completely change when he started college at Kent State University in 1972 and discovered as he recalls, “…a room full of pinball machines as far as your eye could see, and that really got me going to the point where I decided I wanted to collect pinball machines from the 1960s.” The first game he purchased was a 1969 Williams Post Time, which also triggered his love affair for add-a-ball pinball machines. His collection has grown to over 1,000 pinball machines, spanning all eras, with his personal favorite electro-mechanical game still being that very first Post Time and for more modern machines, he counts Williams’ Medieval Madness at the top of the list.

It was this ardent passion for pinball that drew Berk into an entirely different enterprise that has endured far beyond his initial plan. With pinball all around him and reading books on the subject as well as joining a club of collectors who would get together once a month to play games, Berk had a thought that would not only change his life, but also change the fortunes of pinball for more than thirty years and counting.

Berk had an idea as he expressed, “I was such a pinball enthusiast, playing as much as I could and reading about the history of the machines and industry. In doing this I learned the names of the artists and designers responsible for the games and realized they were bringing me a great amount of happiness through what they were creating. And I thought wouldn’t it be something special to recognize them and pay tribute to them.” And so it was that Pinball Expo was born over the November 22nd-24th weekend in Chicago in 1985.

For the first time, there was an exposition dedicated to celebrating individuals, many of whom were around when pinball was starting out during the height of the Great Depression in the early 1930s. This exposition allowed collectors, enthusiasts, and hobbyists to show their appreciation. Berk established a program of seminars featuring such legendary individuals as Alvin Gottlieb, Steve Kordek, Norm Clark, Wayne Neyens—men who had shaped an industry. There were exhibits of old and new machines, parts, and a banquet to top off a weekend pinball lovin’.

This first Pinball Expo was an overwhelming success and what Rob Berk and his associates thought was going to be just a one-time affair, has endured and continued to thrive for years. Recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running pinball exposition in the world, the Pinball Expo continues its tradition of paying homage to the wonders of pinball past, present and a peak into the future.

Beginning in 2021 the Pinball Expo was staged at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. The festivities included a tour of the Stern Pinball factory, a full schedule of speakers and seminars, pinball tournaments, a vendor hall to find anything and everything imaginable for the pinball curious, and a host of other activities that, once again, brought the best of what pinball means to so many. For more information, please contact Rob Berk at ([email protected] or [email protected]); call 330-716-3139. Or contact us here.

Iron Maiden Pinball Tutorial
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Iron Maiden is back in production at Stern Pinball – and in stock at GAD.

Formed in 1975, Iron Maiden led the wave of British heavy metal music and became a global institution. Over the course of 40 years the band has come to embody a spirit of fearless creative independence, ferocious dedication to fans, and a cheerful indifference to critics. Iron Maiden has built a following that reaches every culture, generation, and time zone. With over 90 million album sales, more than 2,000 live performances in 63 countries, tens of millions of fans and 16 studio albums of unerring quality, Iron Maiden has more than earned its proudly-held status as one of the most influential and revered bands of all time.

The Iron Maiden pinball machines aim to reflect the same excitement, energy, and experience of a live Iron Maiden concert. Players will immerse themselves in an interactive Iron Maiden universe transforming into various forms of Eddie, the band’s legendary mascot. Players, as Eddie, will embark on a quest to defeat the Beast and his minions across the Legacy of the Beast mobile game and comic book world. Iron Maiden pinball entertains with an amazing array of modern and classic features, making it suitable for all skill levels.

All models include twelve Iron Maiden songs with players going to battle as Eddie with the help of four flippers, two spinners, a set of 3-bank drop targets, metal and wireform ramps, a captive ball mechanism, a dual up-post lock mechanism, and a center bullseye target.

GAD has Pro and Premium in stock. Call us to see what game makes sense for you, all the cost, and to set up installation.

New at GAD: Kalkomat Boxer
New at GAD: Kalkomat Boxer 1500 1457 GAD Vending

Discover the power of the punch!

The Kalkomat Boxer is one globally renown product. Available in various products, in stock, at GAD.

American Fire Boxer

  • Free game mode
  • Works with bills and coins in all currencies and tokens
  • Works with coin- and bill acceptor simultaneously
  • Electronic coin acceptor included
  • Green technology
  • Easier settings operation

DIMENSIONS

  • H 224 cm x W 70 cm x D 125 cm, weight 125 kg
  • H 88″ x W 28″ x D 49″, weight 276 lb
  • Weight Brutto: 435 lb / 197 kg**
  • ** For freight purposes please add the weight of the palette and/or other packing materials.
  • Standard crate dimensions: W 41″ x L 52″ x H 93

Fire Boxer

  • Free game mode
  • Difficulty levels
  • Works with bills and coins in all currencies and tokens
  • Works with coin- and bill acceptor simultaneously
  • Unbreakable record setting
  • Manual high score resetting
  • Solid mechanism
  • Electronic coin acceptor included
  • Green technology
  • Extra save cashbox
  • Custom design ready (promotional purposes)

DIMENSIONS

  • H 224cm x W 70cm x D 125cm, weight 125kg
  • H 88″ x W 28″ x D 49″, weight 276lb
  • Weight Brutto: 435 lb / 197 kg**
  • ** For freight purposes please add the weight of the palette and/or other packing materials.
  • Standard crate dimensions: W 41″ x L 52″ x H 93″

Combo Boxer

  • Free game mode
  • Difficulty levels
  • Works with bills and coins in all currencies and tokens
  • Works with coin- and bill acceptor simultaneously
  • Unbreakable record setting
  • Manual high score resetting
  • Flashing halogen lights mode
  • Solid mechanism
  • Rubber legs
  • Electronic coin acceptor included
  • Compact two game machine (boxer+kicker)
  • Modern type soccer ball (without bladder)

DIMENSIONS

  • H 228cm x W 92cm x D 130cm, weight 159kg
  • H 90″ x W 36″ x D 51″, weight 351lb
  • **For freight purposes please add the weight of the palette and/or other packing materials.
  • Standard crate dimensions: W 45″ x L 52″ x H 84″.

New! Galaxy 3 Ice – In Stock!
New! Galaxy 3 Ice – In Stock! 1500 1928 GAD Vending

The G3 Ice is the new kid on the block with a glowing cabinet.

All the exciting features from the G3 Fire, including worldwide online play, tracked player rankings and statistics. In addition to the glowing cabinet, the machine is equipped with a larger display, better player camera, automatic target flip, and flip games! All of this while maintaining the compatibility amongst all other G3’s that are already out in the world.

In stock at GAD for you home or commercial game room.

G3 Ice Features:

  • USA Made
  • Larger 24″ Monitor
  • Enhanced Player Camera
  • Automatic Target Flip
  • Flip Games
  • Compatible with all G3’s
  • Live Remote Play
  • Standard & Remote Leagues
  • Glowing Cabinet

New! Stern’s Brewery Pinball Map
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Stern Pinball has become mind readers!

Taking a breweries tour while playing the best pinball is amazing.

The map is interactive and allows you to zoom in, roll over the red bubbles and find directions.

Link to the awesomeness. 

New! Golden Tee PGA 2025 Release Schedule
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Very exciting to get these dates from Golden Tee.

Golden Tee has consistently sets deadline for new software and hardware – and they meet these dates! Very impressive to work with Golden Tee.

GAD has service personnel that can assist our customers with upgrading their software on their existing equipment – or deliver new Golden Tee PGA games to either commercial or residential customers. Call us with questions – if you are a current or future customer! We are here to help.

Mastering Pinball: In Depth Skills and Strategies
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Check out their other videos for in depth skills and pinball strategies.

#DYK: GAD Knows Pinball
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GAD sells all types of new pinball games – and we have for 40 years. So, pinball is in our DNA.

Last year, Foo Fighters was our #1 selling pinball game. And, Stern’s creative additions to this game plus their award winning Insider Connected are the reasons why.

This year, there are so many new releases already,  it will be fun to look back and see what game will do the best. However, as of now, John Wick is doing very well. Again, because Stern’s innovations are so fun to play.

And, this year, Stern has reinvigorated a number of classic titles back in to limited production. These titles include Stranger Things, Deadpool, Black Knight Sword of Rage and Iron Maiden Legacy of the Beast. If you want to find out what we have in stock – click this link. Or call GAD to find out so much more about this pinball games.

To find where you can play Stern pinball – click this link.

GAD also knows some of the best games are yet to be invented but we don’t want to forget our past! If you are looking to play any old or new pinball game, there is a great look-up at Pinball Map.

All NEW! Stern’s Godzilla 70th Anniversary Pinball
All NEW! Stern’s Godzilla 70th Anniversary Pinball 523 523 GAD Vending

The all-new Godzilla 70th Anniversary Edition will debut at Stern Pinball’s official booth (#3721) and at the annual Stern Pop-up Arcade at the Marriott Marquis, July 25 – 28.

CHICAGO, IL – July 9, 2024 – Today, in honor of the 70th Anniversary of Godzilla, renowned gaming and entertainment company, Stern Pinball, Inc., has announced some exciting updates for fans of the iconic King of the Monsters, including a new Godzilla 70th Anniversary Premium Edition pinball machine and content enhancements across all machines.

One of Stern’s most popular, monster-packed pinball adventures, the Godzilla Pinball Machine allows players to progress through the game as Godzilla, fighting with their allies, Mothra, Rodan, and Anguirus, to battle the Xilien invasion and conquer Mechagodzilla to become King of the Monsters!

To celebrate this platinum anniversary, the team at Stern has created a special 70th Anniversary Premium Edition version of their Godzilla pinball machine. A dynamic black and white edition, the pinball game features special foil greyscale decals on the cabinet, new greyscale color toys and special backglass artwork to commemorate the special anniversary. Godzilla 70th Anniversary Premium Editions will be available worldwide.

“Godzilla’s 70th anniversary is a huge milestone for the time-honored franchise,” said Seth Davis, President and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “In a continuing partnership with Toho, we’re thrilled to be a part of the global celebration by providing an all-new product and content update for all fans to enjoy.”

For Godzilla fans looking for even more kaiju-fighting fun, Stern has created an adrenaline-inducing software update available for all existing models of the game. The update introduces the King of the Monsters via a Challenge Mode. The King of the Monsters Challenge can be accessed through the game mode menu, and features the same standard mode rules as the original Wizard Mode. Players can also compete for the top score in a new ‘High Score To Date’ table added exclusively for this challenge mode.

Pricing and Availability: 

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”)*:

*MSRP for sales to USA end-users before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes.                                         

Godzilla 70th Anniversary Premium Edition:                                                   $US 9,699

Godzilla 70th Anniversary Premium Edition, along with existing Godzilla Premium Edition and Pro Edition games, and accessories are available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world, found here. Stay up to date by following Stern Pinball on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.

About Godzilla Pinball            

In this monster-packed pinball adventure, players become Godzilla! The evil aliens, the Xiliens, use mind control rays to take control of the monsters King Ghidorah, Gigan, Megalon, Ebirah, and Titanosaurus. The Xiliens are demanding all of Earth’s resources. Godzilla and its allies, Mothra, Rodan, and Anguirus, battle the Xilien invasion with the goal of conquering Mechagodzilla to become King of the Monsters!  To learn more about Stern Pinball’s Godzilla Editions, please visit https://sternpinball.com/game/godzilla/

About Insider Connected

Insider Connected is a comprehensive technology initiative to connect the universe of Stern pinball games. The platform increases player engagement with the games across commercial and home environments.

Registration for Insider Connected is available at insider.sternpinball.com/ or in the Insider Connected App on iOS and Android. Players can also register at a connected game by scanning a registration QR code on the machine. Once a player registers, they are issued a unique QR Code that identifies that player at Stern pinball games anywhere in the world. When a player scans into the game, they can track progress, earn new game-specific achievements, engage with the player community, and participate in promotions and Challenge Quests.

About Stern Pinball, Inc. 

Stern Pinball, Inc. creates compelling entertainment that inspires a lifetime love of games, sparks passion, forges friendships, and connects people everywhere through fun, innovative, technologically advanced pinball games, and experiences.  Headquartered minutes from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport in the heart of North America, the company creates, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and distributes a full line of technologically advanced terrestrial and digital pinball games, parts, accessories, and merchandise.  Stern Pinball serves digital, consumer, commercial, and corporate markets around the globe.

Recent Stern Pinball titles include John Wick, JAWS, Venom, Foo Fighters, James Bond, Rush, Godzilla, The Mandalorian, Led Zeppelin, Avengers: Infinity Quest, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stranger Things, Elvira’s House of Horrors, Jurassic Park, Black Knight: Sword of Rage, The Munsters, The Beatles, Deadpool, Iron Maiden, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, KISS, Metallica, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Trek, AC/DC, Batman, and Spider-Man.  A broad range of players enjoy Stern Pinball’s games, from professional pinball players competing in high-stakes global competitions to novice players discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time.  To join the fun and learn more, please visit www.sternpinball.com.

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GAD Vending

Greater America Distributing (GAD Vending) is your premier marketer of vending equipment and amusement games in Mid America.  The company has been operating for over 30 years with offices in Omaha, Nebraska; Kansas City, Missouri; and Grimes, Iowa, a suburb of Des Moines.

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6161 Grover Street, Omaha,
NE 68106

1-402-553-2812
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MO 64111

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Iowa 50111

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