phonogfp Posted Friday at 06:37 PM Posted Friday at 06:37 PM Several years ago I picked up this little display case, which was so rusty and dirty that I couldn't tell it was glass (I rubbed it with my fingers to be sure). The other day I finally cleaned it up and began to think about what I could put in it. This morning I made this little display of improvements in cylinder and disc reproducers. These include three different Mobley modifications to Edison and Columbia reproducers, Fletcher and Blackman modifications to Edison Automatics, a Max Wurcker reproducer, a prototype Victor soundbox, an unmarked disc soundbox with ear tube capability, a Lewis Phono-Consonator, and two rather clunky aftermarket electric pickups/arms designed to allow playback through a radio. Sitting behind the case is, appropriately, a Bettini Attachment mounted on a Type A Graphophone. Finally, behind the Bettini is a Victrola Credenza. All this stuff was tucked away on shelves where they weren't noticeable. It's fun to rearrange a little! 5
melvind Posted Saturday at 01:40 AM Posted Saturday at 01:40 AM A really nice display case and a nice way to show reproducers!
KentinKC Posted Saturday at 03:55 PM Posted Saturday at 03:55 PM Lotsa $$$ in that little display case!!
phonogfp Posted Saturday at 07:04 PM Author Posted Saturday at 07:04 PM Fortunately, I acquired most of those things 40 years ago! George P.
Tinfoilphono Posted Saturday at 07:07 PM Posted Saturday at 07:07 PM That's a great display. I've owned various rare and special reproducers and related items over the years but always struggled with presentation. As a result, most ended up in drawers. Your solution is perfect. 1
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