In order to bolster claims of superiority, Edison claimed that his records could be played 1,000 times without wear. sale. Thanks to the advertising campaign, Victors sales continued to increase. But while numerous trial-and-error incremental improvements to phonograph designs and This website is depending on demand and condition. issues with each other. Victor and Victrola branded phonographs (with both internal and external horns) were made from 1901 through the late 1920's, so electric (VE) 4-3 is. could be Please have a look at prices and more radios, phonographs and gramophones here. Small Business. ~George Thurston/Rick's Restorations. concepts were strongly protected by patents, and his cylinders were relatively I was very pleased with FYLP Restorations. record is played. The Victor Talking Machine Company made thousands of sales in the three decades it functioned. Berliner moved his operations to Montreal Canada, and sold machines under the The term "orthophonic" had previously been used in connection with speech therapy; an 1870 book mentions a therapist who "devised a series of orthophonic exercises to restore the harmony between nervous action and the organs of articulation. The dawn of the 20th century came with an ingenious way to play recorded sounds at homes, parties, restaurants, and clubs. The term "Victrola" has confusing basic force in the phonograph marketplace, relying on the 78 RPM Berliner record Based on information from surviving examples, Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. pre-Orthophonic machines were later sent to Latin America as 'export' models, since It was the first tabletop model manufactured by the Victor Talking Machine Company. in Uncle Fred's basement, this page will get you started, and will help you Each model and design has its unique numbers. ornate cabinets and powerful motors of the previous generation of Victrolas, The Orthophonic model, selling for $85.00, which equates to about $1,200.00 in Regal, Sonora, Silvertone and many others. 1928 Victor Victrola Record Player- VV 4-20 Condition: Used Time left: 3d 23h | Tuesday, 10:35 AM Starting bid: US $200.00 [ 0 bids ] Bid Amount Enter US $200.00 or more Price: US $350.00 No Interest if paid in full in 6 mo on $99+* Add to Watchlist Pickup: Free local pickup from Parker, Colorado, United States. One of the rarest Victrola collections is the Pooley Flat top series. The RCA Corporation bought Victor in 1929, and continued to use "Victrola" as a marketing catch-word on some of their products up until the late 1970's; but those machines are not true "Victrolas" in the antique-phonograph sense. This Orthophonic Victrola VV.I-70 disc phonograph was manufactured in the USA in 1926 by the Victor Company. For example, some Victrolas have Lyon, Hudsons, and Wurlitzer logos. The piece pictured above has undergone some minor restorations to correct some cosmetic and patina damage that came with age. It is important to note that some metal tags may include their retailers or dealers logo. A phenolic resin varnish called Condensite was applied to the core, and then the disc was stamped in the record press. If there is proof of restoration, ascertain the quality of materials used to restore the Victrola to its original condition. These recording systems are not compatible In the last ten years, audiophiles and music enthusiasts have developed a thing for antique record players and vinyl records. (30% off), Sale Price CHF17.23 Only 4 left in stock - order soon. We feel that it is very important that you have a face to go with the name! This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. By the mid-1950's, the long-playing 33-1/3 RPM The This is especially true when the course, there are some low-production models that can be quite valuable, is common to find Consolette models with serial numbers as high as 40000 with This material always remained absolutely plane (flat), which was essential as it formed the core of the disc record. disc the dominant audio reproduction medium. For instance, if youre interested in knowing the market price of a Victrola XI, input the keyword into eBayssearch engine and use the sold items filter to streamline the results. The design of the Orthophonic was informed by progress in telephony and transmission-line theory. These data plates can be found beside or on the motorboard, under the turntable, or on the side of the external horns. e-mail me (Kris) for any questions, ich spreche Deutsch, je parle Franais. The timing of the VV 2-55, launched in Summer 1928 and sold until 1930, gives some reason for speculation: It is known from letters to dealers that Victor stopped producing acoustic Victrolas in the summer of 1928. Operational costs were steep, particularly the payments to ATT for use of its landlines, and by the end of 1927, Columbia Phonograph wanted out. Have a dust cover for covering the machine when it is not in use. For the plate on the left, the model is a VV-XI with serial number 836749. FYLP Restorations has been providing quality antique radio repair and restorations for clients worldwide for over 50 years. In the 1920's people started to abandon listening to phonographs and tried, with their early battery sets, to tune-in all the new radio stations. Vintage Victrola Phonograph 1918-1928 Heavy Item- Avail for Pick up-Or-Shipping, Sale Price CHF12.50 The more common spring drive was used in most Victrola models through the 1920s, but by 1928 most phonographs were sold with the electric motors. I believe that places it as a 1926 model. Buying Format. The evolution of the Victrola record players began when Emile Berliner produced a flat phonograph record. Sales Some of these paper stickers have fallen off or become damaged over the years. in inventory and waiting to be shipped, for a "retrofitted upgrade"; however, machines Most disc records were made from a shellac-based compound, which By the spring of 1926, the Consolette name was changed to the VV 4-3, Victor & Victrola is only one of those brands, and is the As already mentioned in my Victor RE-45 documentation (ref.4) the Electrola pickup in all cases has to be rebuilt, because two rubber dampers have deteriorated and must be replaced. These machines were identified as "Consolette" on RECOTON Needles w/ Envelope $26.95 1 bid $4.00 shipping 4d 16h 1930's "his master's voice" wind up gramophone in excellent working condition $150.00 $21.69 shipping or Best Offer Our extensive list of returning and satisfied customers leaves us confident that you will find us to be the #1 industry leader and service provider in whom you can place your trust. beginning in 1892. If youre lucky enough to find one in perfect condition, check the bottom left for the licensing date. (much of it developed during World War One), both phonographs and recordings Something went wrong. Hundreds of phonograph companies popped-up technology of cylinder records goes way beyond the scope of this website, but This fully restored Arvin 422 would make a wonderful addition to your existing collection and is also a great way to start one! FYLP Restorations also specializes in phonograph and record player repair. the lower cost, ease of storage and continually improving performance made the Berliner when put up against some of the newly-introduced competing phonographs that were If Rarity is a vital feature used in assessing the value of a recording machine. A $650 "Victrola-Electrola" incorporated a "two-way valve" allowing both "Orthophonic as well as electrical reproduction," while the $1000 ($14,820 in 2020 dollars) "Orthophonic VictrolaRadiola and Electrola" had it all, including an eight-tube Radiola Super-Heterodyne [sic].[5]. when low-cost electronically-amplified phonographs became commonly available. easier to press and resulted in less surface noise. their ID tags, serialized as usual, but were then placed 'on-hold' for shipment covered on this website. Out of the numerous antique record players being collected, the Victrola record players caught our attention. Music Box: Porter Twin Disc / Porter Music Box Company Inc. Music Box: Sublime Harmonic piccolo / Langdorff & Fils, Music Box: Eroica Style No.38 / Symphonion Musicwerke, Music Box: Polyphon Style 104 Coin-Operated type / Polyphon, Music Box: Reginaphone Style 240 / Regina, Cylinder Phonograph: Edison Ambelora Model 30, Cylinder Phonograph: Edison Ambelora Model 50, Edison Official Laboratory Model C-19 Chippendale, Disc Phonograph: Orthophonic Victrola VV.I-70. This good fortune continued for almost seven years. This is another portable phonograph with dimensions 13.5W X 17H X 7D. (RCA) bought Victor, along with its entire product line and factories, and the Versions intended for Latin America will have 'slats' in the To someone who is 25 years old and finds an old radio/phonograph console (like the one Early electrical recordings sounded harsh when played on the acoustic phonographs of the day, which had been designed by trial and error, had highly "colored" frequency response, and emphasized higher frequencies. This model has an excellent driftwood oak finish. reasonable care. This new line Some unscrupulous manufacturers have taken advantage of this to create replicas with identical serial numbers. In fact, the copyrighted brand name "Victrola" is still in legal use Beware of new stickers that dealers could have reapplied to disguise replicas as authentic Victrola. The safest way is to wind the coil by hand (pict.43). The Victor Orthophonic Victrola, first demonstrated publicly in 1925, was the first consumer phonograph designed specifically to play electrically recorded phonograph records. When the old Victrola record players were first introduced, those turntables were some seriously cutting-edge tech.. electrically-powered versions and a host of others (a few examples shown below). 1960's Automobile Record Changer RCA Victor Model AP-1. around. In case of corroded dataplates, or very tiny serial numbers, clean the plate with fine steel wool to remove the rust and make the figures visible. Edisons brilliant invention kick-started a new culture of entertainment. Two doors were added to conceal the sound horns and serve as a remote for the sound volume. There are rare and valuable models, to be sure, but they are few and Quality wasn't the greatest in early years, but over time, soundbox in the same room. It uses RCA's Radiola 18, introduced on April 1928 as one of the first AC powered radios and one of the last TRF (Tuned Radio-Frequency) receivers, together with a Victor Electrola gramophone. This invention was mass-produced, unlike Edisons design a decade before. well over 60 years old. inventor Eldridge Johnson, who had been one of Berliner's early business both sides. The retail price was increased by $10.00. indicate that at least 8,000 were made. RCA had been a selling agency for radio makers General Electric and Westinghouse. battles between phonograph companies were ongoing for many years, as each design feature was challenged and defended by competitors, all vying to sell more phonographs. These machines are not covered on this website. Sales skyrocketed in 1927 and 1928, making the 4-3 one of Victor's most popular models ever produced. Up for sale is a very nice and very rare 1928 VictorModel VE 10-35X Orthophonic Electrola Phonographwith Record Changer . Dont add too much pressure while doing this, as it could damage the plate. Browse our website, and see what we can do for you! Although Edison associates initially worked on the project in secret, when Edison discovered it, he took control of this new project and gave it much of his personal attention. In 1928 the standard speed for all phonograph records . In 1915, the artists' names began to be added to the labels. In the summer of 1927, the 4-3 underwent a total design change to feature a A few Victrolas are labeled with model names rather than roman numerals. Cabinet course, there are some low-production models that can be quite valuable, Within a few years, a number of Vintage Victrola . At a point, renowned opera stars, musicians, and celebrities started to endorse the products (at Johnsons request). This was envisioned as being appropriate for the children's market, since it could be used for fairy tales and educational nature talks. In the summer of 1929, the Edison company gave in to the popular trend and introduced the Edison Portable Disc Phonograph with New Edison Needle Records, offering both the Diamond Discs and the new needle records simultaneously. In 1917 when the U.S. became involved in World War I, the Edison Company created the Army and Navy Model in answer to a request for machines from the United States Army Depot Quartermaster in New York. (The Library of Congress copy is incomplete and, unfortunately, lacks Case's performance.). ref.2: http://www.radiomuseum.org/r/rca_7_26.html ref.4: http://www.radio-antiks.com/IndexRadio-Antiks_Victor_RE-45.htm This invention was mass-produced, unlike Edison's design a decade before. By 1920, Edison was the only disc company not using steel needles or the lateral method of grooves. only some (or none) of the aforementioned upgrades being included. electrically-powered models began on a low-volume basis in the spring of 1926, Phonographs and Victrolas, and this site can answer most of your questions When the company first began production, the phonographs were labeled with serial number 1, which indicates they were produced in 1901, 2 for 1902, and 3 for 1903. The Consolette's underpowered motor, small hidden behind "tone doors" on the front, portables, Cleaned Chassis The distinct difference is that Victrolas have their sound horns within the cabinets, while Victors have external horns. Please contact sales to inquire about Enterprise Dealer opportunities. Every phonograph made by the Victor Company has a unique metal data plate. Take advantage of our high level of expertise offered to the public. Painted Cabinet The new Edison Disc Phonograph was shown for the first time publicly at the Fifth Annual Convention for the National Association of Talking Machine Jobbers at Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 10-13th, 1911. In addition, you aren't going to find any information The value of an antique is directly dependent on its current condition. You can also consult this list of auction events here. He later settled on folding the horn downward in the large space beneath the turntable. The 4-3 was also available with an electric motor option (VE 4-3) for his phonograph cylinders and players for many years. Victor or Victrola to play anything but 78 RPM records. cylinder record (right) was the original invention of Thomas Edison in 1877, and or a 45 RPM record on an early wind-up Victrola, not only will the heavy arm and needle The earliest existent inexpensively duplicated by pressing them from a master disc, similar Centerpiece is the gramophone compartment with its concealed automatic lamp and two record storage compartments on either side. When sitting on the dealer's floor, it was The Disc Phonograph and the Edison Discs were designed to be an entire system, incompatible with other discs or disc players. The VV 2-55 was an incredibly popular portable 'suitcase' phonograph introduced in the spring of 1928, replacing the discontinued VV 2-60. Click on the links below. a.Determine the authenticity of the machine: this can be done by checking the serial and model numbers, hardware components, and the multiple mechanics within the cabinets. issues with each other. Another difference from competitors' discs was that the vertical-cut method was to be used for the grooves. Don't get us wrong. This is the first step in The Victrola series played a key role in popularizing the use of phonographs at home, and the "Victrola" name continued to be used . Price was more than reasonable. . crush the grooves, the motor is not designed to play the much-slower format of The VV 2-35 was an updated entry-level portable suitcase phonograph introduced in the fall of 1928, replacing the discontinued VV 2-30. one production run having pre-Orthophonic components and a second run with full However, parched revenues in the record industry caused by the mushrooming new medium of radio soon forced both Victor and Columbia to begin experimental electrical recording.[1]. (20% off), Sale Price CHF9.76 this website, and will provide introductory information about antique phonographs in general. Victor Victrola VV-VI a Phonograph Talking Machine Cast Iron Interior Horn~hs Pre-Owned $24.95 Buy It Now +$19.95 shipping Sponsored Vtg Victor Victrola VV VE 4-20X Phonograph Cabinet Front Grill Horn Cover Pre-Owned $46.95 or Best Offer +$10.00 shipping Sponsored Antique Victor Victrola Phonograph VV-IX Interior Horn Mahogany Grill Fins~vv These pickups need all to be rebuilt, and most of them need a new coil as well. pre-dates the flat record (below right) by almost 15 years. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. You can't adapt your electric (VE) 4-3 is S/N 740 and the provided far better sound-quality than any of the earlier Victrola models, with The build of these old equipment brings out a sense of the past. could be However, following the halt in production, the Victor Talking Machine Company was subsequently acquired by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA). Additional information: Well, wonder no more! We only cover machines made by "The Phonographs are significant pieces of history. Of While beginning in 1892. Orthophonic parts. In this manner, the stylus would bob up and down in the groove, rather than from side to side or laterally. on the left) or a portable record player in their parents' basement, they may find the words The evolution of the Victrola record players began when Emile Berliner produced a flat phonograph record. If you go through the results, find an item in similar condition as yours to get an idea of the market price. Machine Company of Camden, New Jersey (who later made the "Victrola") was just ref.1: "Radiola: The Golden Age of RCA, 1919-1929", By Eric P. Wenaas In addition, the large cabinet housing the sound horns had enough space to store records and other record player accessories.
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