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WEBAug 29, 2008 · In all cases, open horn or Victrola, the motor and tonearm mount to a wooden motorboard integral to the cabinet. Up to the advent of electric recording in 1925, Victrolas’ "horn" chambers were shaped something like a squared off megaphone. Most machines had model numbers in Roman numerals (Victrola IX, Victrola XVI, etc.).
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WEBJun 2, 2021 · I also understand that Victrola's and similar machines that use a steel needle are not suitable for playing latter 78's (eg. at least 1940's and onwards, like your Fats Waller and Hank Williams disks). They are fine for 1920's records recorded acoustically. Remember, the playing technology and the pressing technology were constantly …
Do I need a special needle for very old 78s? - Steve Hoffman …
WEBJul 14, 2019 · Yes, you do need a different "needle" for those 78s. What is the "inexpensive victrola" model or model number? It's likely that you can get the "needle" for about $15, and it will replace the standard LP/45 needle that the player came with. JohnO, Jul 14, 2019.
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WEBJan 4, 2008 · A Brunswick Victrola model 10-7. The. cabinet is still in beautiful condition. All mechanics are in excellent condition. It sounds amazing. It is really loud!! It also has all the papers with it. The instructions are dated 11/24/27 and …
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WEBSep 9, 2020 · Trashman said: ↑. You can play all 78s with a proper cartridge and stylus. In fact, that's the only way you should attempt to play any 78 that may be valuable. All 78s, including shellac discs, will wear quickly on a Victrola (relatively speaking, of course).
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WEBNov 24, 2013 · Edison had a unique horn and reproducer system that was far different from the Victrola. He was the first audiophile, experimenting a great deal withe materials used to make them, and the records. Diamond Discs were great, but Edison preferred sappy ballads to the hot dance music of the 20's, which is what allowed the others take over in the ...
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WEBMay 3, 2019 · the inside of the unit's lid has a compartment where records could be stored, and on this compartment is where it has the "RCA Victrola" logo. I presume the RCA branding dates this sometime after they acquired Victor. My best guess is this was made sometime in the 30's; There is a "V" shaped metal cover over the needle compartment.
Thinking of buying a Victrola... - Steve Hoffman Music Forums
WEBDec 13, 2009 · As noted, "Victrola" properly refers only to machines produced by the Victor Talking Machine Company and its successors. Columbia machines are "Disc Graphophones" (open horn) or "Grafonolas" (enclosed horn); Baumbach wrote a similar volume about them called "Columbia Phonograph Companion Volume II: The Columbia …
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WEBFeb 28, 2016 · I got the wife a working Victor Victrola (model VV 50, the first "portable") from Craig's List for her birthday, and she loves it! Hearing the pure analog sound, while not "hi-fi", has a certain quality that really pulls you in. And for not using electricity, that sucker is LOUD! DaverJ, Mar 1, 2016. #5.
Sapphire Needles On 78's | Steve Hoffman Music Forums
WEBSep 29, 2018 · Those needles were intended for use with electric phonographs with a crystal cartridge, with a stylus pressure of 1/2 to 1 ounce or so - those phonos had 1 or 2 (78 and 33 in the brief time after 33 and before 45) or all 3 speeds. They could still use old steel needles as they used a set screw mounting just like a Victrola.
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