[Phono-L] Medium tone steel needles

Several months ago, someone mentioned a source in the US for well made medium tone needles. I thought I kept the message but can't find it. If anyone remembers this source, would you please clue me in. Thanks, Ron L ___ Phono-L mailing list http

[Phono-L] 4 spring credenza motor problem

sugestion. What was it? Bob - Original Message - From: Ron L lhera...@bu.edu To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, April 30, 2009 12:28 PM Subject: RE: [Phono-L] 4 spring credenza motor problem The owner of the machine said that even with the thump

[Phono-L] 4 spring credenza motor problem

Oh, the thump is gone, thankfully. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Douglas Houston Sent: Thursday, April 30, 2009 11:37 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: RE: [Phono-L] 4 spring credenza motor problem

[Phono-L] Ultona tone arm won't rotate

: Thursday, March 19, 2009, 7:03 PM You got lucky on that one, Joe.? Those metal castings often just break apart.? I've got one with a crack that formed as it just sat there. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org

[Phono-L] Need a part made?

That Lancia is parked right next to a red Triumph TR3, my first car. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Bob Sent: Friday, March 20, 2009 10:16 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Need a part

[Phono-L] Lyric phonograph

I've got at least one of the Lyric laterals. I believe there was a Pathe connection for a while. I do know that the disk is nicely recorded. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Glenn Longwell Sent: Monday, March

[Phono-L] Problem Solved

Just put the bad side toward the wall, John 8-). The bracket you are getting is far more valuable to you than the one you are giving away. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Monday, March 16

[Phono-L] Vic 1 horn

I'm trying to help someone find a vintage horn for a Vic 1. He prefers either a Victor horn or an aftermarket one of the period rather than a modern reproduction. He needs the proper elbow as well. Anyone have something suitable? Ron L

[Phono-L] About Brunswick Ultona

Have you removed the motor to look inside? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Sheets Sent: Thursday, February 19, 2009 12:12 AM To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Subject: [Phono-L] About Brunswick Ultona I wonder

[Phono-L] Diamond B stylus size/dimensions.

Does anyone have handy, the dimensions, tip size for the diamond on an Edison Diamond B stylus? If there is a comparable modern stylus, I was thinking of trying to fabricate my own replacement for a worn tip. Thanks, Ron L

[Phono-L] Amberola VIII and cyl cabinet questions

into which one glues cardboard pegs. Toilet paper and paper towel inner cardboard tubes are the right size, by the way. The hooks that keep the shelves from pulling all the way out are missing. Anyone have a source for replacement hooks. They are a rather critical component. Thanks, Ron L

[Phono-L] Victor VV-1-1

I don't think either APSCO or George Vollema have a minimum purchase amount. Having said that however, if you know the size of the pin you need you should be able to source it from a local machinists supply store. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono

[Phono-L] Curious Edison artifact on eBay

I think that is the way the projector is supposed to look. It is missing its lens. They were not pretty affairs and the wooden parts were often cut and modified for instance, to add a take up spool rather than to let the film dump into a bag. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun

[Phono-L] Music Box springs

Thanks to all who've responded. Nancy's name comes up the most. Mainsprings come from Dennis Valente at APSCO according to a source who spoke with Nancy about it. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of zonophone2

[Phono-L] Music Box springs

edges etc. I've successfully replaced quite a few phono mainsprings and still have all my original functioning extremities, digits and eyes. 8-). Ron L

[Phono-L] Victor D ID Plate

I noticed and thought the same thing, Bob. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Bob Sent: Friday, November 21, 2008 7:12 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Victor D ID Plate Did anyone notice

[Phono-L] Television Trivia - Leave It To Beaver

I bought my Vic Type 6 (as the ID tag states) with steel and brass horn about 1971 at an estate auction for $100. It was not exactly a song and dance but it was pretty reasonable. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org

[Phono-L] Borri Cylinders...

He's a huge devotee. Ron -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Peter Fraser Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 2:03 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Borri Cylinders... actually it makes him either

[Phono-L] Columbia BC friction wheel drive

If my friend dismantles his reproducer, I will see about getting dimensions, materials and the weight of the weight to reproduce a set. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Mobility Scooters Sent: Wednesday

[Phono-L] Playing two minute wax records with an H or R

that are pleasant to listen to and don't play them often. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Steven Medved Sent: Tuesday, September 09, 2008 8:51 AM To: Phono-l; phonolist Subject: [Phono-L] Playing two minute wax

[Phono-L] Playing two minute wax records with an H or R

disk groove. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of andersun at tampabay.rr.com Sent: Tuesday, September 09, 2008 11:45 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Playing two minute wax records with an H

[Phono-L] Need a Diaphragm for a Columbia Vivatonal Reproducer

That might work but it is not a Vivatonal diaphragm. It looks like it has more pleats than the Vivatonal and I think I see attachment areas for a Spider. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Norman Bruderhofer

[Phono-L] Amberola 30 erratic speed

What he said. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Baron Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008 12:26 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Amberola 30 erratic speed What a great bunch

[Phono-L] Triumph with Columbia horn?

Just last week, I think it was, I saw a rear section of wood horn with metal collar on eeebay. It looked like a fresh cut. Now I know why. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Steve Andersen Sent: Tuesday

[Phono-L] Bloomfield NJ Phono Parts

I once wrote to Coppernoll and I believe Al G supplied a gear to me for a (since stolen) Edison Standard. I think I still have those letters somewhere. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Clint Spaar Sent

[Phono-L] Details, details

Thanks, Steve. The block off of the two min. speed consisted of eliminating the two little posts on the center shaft that slipped into holes on the main pulley, making the center shaft, pulley and feed screw turn at the same speed. Is there supposed to be a spacer in there to keep the speed

[Phono-L] Styli

I'm pretty sure a 3 mil stylus will work on the Edisons and probably will work on the Pathe verticals.An LP stylus will probably work on the cylinders. It certainly won't hurt either the cylinder or the stylus to try. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org

[Phono-L] AB's and gear oiling

I usually grease gears and oil bearings on phonos. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Mike Stitt Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:35 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: [Phono-L] AB's and gear oiling

[Phono-L] AB's and gear oiling

Why would oil ruin the phonograph? Is it an issue of uneven wear with dissimilar materials? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Rich Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 2:29 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject

[Phono-L] AB's and gear oiling

I've read that one can use powdered graphite to lube fiber gears. Oil can soften the fiber material. If the story of the raw material for fiber gears is to be believed, the fiber material is naturally lubed. Ewww. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org

[Phono-L] AB's and gear oiling

No credit until you take the quiz next period, Bruce. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of BruceY Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 3:44 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] AB's and gear oiling I

[Phono-L] Bad English on the Bay

What struck me was the incongruity (and therefore the humor) of touting someone as your favorite artist and then misspelling both the name and the genre. I know I've made errors in E-Bay listings but when I read it over, I usually catch them. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l

[Phono-L] Bad English on the Bay

This seller touts his/her favorite oprah singer Elma Gluck. See: Item # 370061668586 Ron L

[Phono-L] edisonic vs. dance?

I believe one has two springs and the other has only one. I think the Edisonic has the spring only on the needle bar and the Dance has one on the diaphragm as well, hence the bolt-on neck. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun

[Phono-L] edisonic vs. dance?

Has anyone ever tried slipping a bit of modern rubber tubing over the spring or maybe painting the spring with silicone sealant? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Greg Bogantz Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2008 3

[Phono-L] Down Time

Thanks Loran. And thanks for kicking the Chat computer last week so that we didn't suffer Chat withdrawal. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Loran T. Hughes Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 11:43 PM

[Phono-L] Two VV IX for sale

that one. If anyone is interested in these machines, which are in Mansfield, MA, please contact me off list. Thanks, Ron L

[Phono-L] Credenza Knock off?

I can see the horn well enough to determine that it is two large flat boards making a truncated V shape. The tone arm looks Orthophonic. I wonder what the reproducer looks like. Tom Rhodes has Adverts for aftermarket machines that look like this. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l

[Phono-L] Elusive machine on Ebay

I thought the legs were gone too but I looked again and I do believe they are there. It is just the way it is photographed. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Bob Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 7:26 AM

[Phono-L] Elusive machine on Ebay

I'd love to have the doors and carved accent for the bottom medallion. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of BruceY Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 10:24 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Elusive

[Phono-L] Seeburg Home Library

And it went for a little more than $150. Ron -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Greg Bogantz Sent: Monday, March 31, 2008 3:14 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Seeburg Home Library Doug, even

[Phono-L] Columbia Reproducer Tool

Nope, I just looked at watch case openers. I'm the one who identified the multi use tool that Bob has and it does not look like a watchcase opening tool. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of David Dazer Sent

[Phono-L] Crapophones and The Buyers and The Dealers!

Hi Bob, I e-mailed from a laptop at home last night but I am not sure if it was working correctly so I though I'd better reply again this morning from work. What did you have in mind for the book? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun

[Phono-L] Tinfoil To Stereo

. inexpensive or free) copy. 8-) Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Maeder Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 10:13 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: RE: [Phono-L] Tinfoil To Stereo I am proud that Ken Blazier

[Phono-L] Shellac records and damage from steel needles

because of the tone arm and has to do with vertical grooves and the nature of the DD surface. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Robert Wright Sent: Thursday, March 06, 2008 3:53 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject

[Phono-L] FW: records from 1907

Our members may find this article interesting. It is about the discovery of a bunch of records stored in a time capsule in the Paris Opera and mentioned in Phantom of the Opera. Ron L _ Here's the article on the records found from 1907 1912 http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts

[Phono-L] Birthday wishes

] Birthday wishes Ron, Check out Google's logo today (www.google.com). Loran On Mar 3, 2008, at 11:19 AM, Ron L wrote: Today is Alexander Graham Bell's Birthday. I work in Boston, not all that far from where he (and Edison) did research. It is a good time to play Give Me Your Telephone

[Phono-L] Portables

Ha! Well, at least one of those arms is incorrect, apparently. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Robert Wright Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:22 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: [Phono-L] Portables

[Phono-L] Vic 4

the shaft out, I believe. Just in case, clean the ends of the shaft and gears and look for additional set screws. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of TERRY LEWIS Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 8:54 AM To: phono-l

[Phono-L] Super Bowl Predictions from Phono Nuts

now-60-year old jocks are making money playing football. And they probably couldn't play a whole game if they had to 8-). Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of keeper...@aol.com Sent: Friday, February 01, 2008 2:44

[Phono-L] Super Bowl Predictions from Phono Nuts

Hmm, I think you are right. I'd forgotten about that. 8-) Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Robert Wright Sent: Friday, February 01, 2008 3:24 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Super Bowl

[Phono-L] Record Price for Edison Army-Navy??

-Navy?? Remember your service number? Use it along with a couple of special characters. On Wed, 24 Oct 2007 15:44:59 -0400, Ron L wrote: I did get a message from EBay (it was legit-on My EBay-messages) that advised me to change my password because the existing one was too easy. Now, if I could

[Phono-L] Cleaning Filigree...

I use mechanic's waterless hand cleaner, WITHOUT PUMICE. I have not had a problem yet. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Douglas Curran Sent: Friday, October 05, 2007 9:54 AM To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Subject

[Phono-L] Edisonia

Neat! Thanks. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Maeder Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2007 12:05 PM To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Subject: [Phono-L] Edisonia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edisonia_Hall

[Phono-L] Edisonia picture

Here's a link to the postcard. You can barely make out Edisonia http://members.cox.net/crescentpark/c-p23.htm

[Phono-L] Mystery

I remember my red 1958 Triumph TR 3. It had faded to a pinkish color by 1968 when I bought it. Aggressive polishing helped make it look a bit redder, as I recall. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Jeffry

[Phono-L] Mystery

More likely it is a UV issue, rather than exposure to air. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of wilenz...@bellsouth.net Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 11:06 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L

[Phono-L] Amberola 30 Serial number difference

Well, if George can't fix it, the machine is not repairable so you'd better hope that Mr. Babson will stand behind his letter. Ron L 8-) -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of michael funk Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2007

[Phono-L] Silvertone Catalog

of the horn where it connected to the base of the reproducer. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Baron Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2007 10:59 PM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Silvertone Catalog

[Phono-L] Auxetophone Sold!

I thought the conical were more exponential than the morning glory and that the cygnet shape were even better than the conical. Of the acoustical era horns I am sure the cygnet shape is the best so did I have it wrong with the other two? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun

[Phono-L] ***SPAM*** Phono-L Digest - Substitute metal horn forvictor 6

escapes me at the moment. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of valecnik57-p...@yahoo.com Sent: Monday, August 13, 2007 5:04 AM To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Subject: [Phono-L] ***SPAM*** Phono-L Digest - Substitute metal horn

[Phono-L] ***SPAM*** Phono-L Digest - Substitute metal horn forvictor 6

That first looks like the color of my horn. I don't recall seing either the tag or its remnants anywhere though. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of phonop...@aol.com Sent: Monday, August 13, 2007 1:33 PM

[Phono-L] OT-vintage car

My vintage car is a 1973 Triumph TR6. My first car was a ten year old 1958 TR-3 and I've owned Triumphs ever since. Insurance covers the expenses of being hit usually, but it does little for the pain of knowing your special, heretofore all-original treasure has been damaged. Ron L

[Phono-L] Victor P bracket

My cleaner of choice for shellac is mechanic's waterless hand cleaner, without pumice. It does not dull or soften the shellac but it does remove oils, greases and old wax. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Rich

[Phono-L] Victor P bracket

I have not tried it on mine yet, but I'm betting it is just shellac on a piece that old. You could try a Q tip moistened with methanol on the lower surface of the bracket and see if it softens/removes it. The alcohol should not change the oxidized finish itself. Ron L -Original Message

[Phono-L] Victor P bracket

A lot of those were plated steel too. It was quite easy to polish the copper off. Don't ask me how I know. 8-) Ron -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Dan Kj Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2007 12:49 PM To: Antique

[Phono-L] Bettini sound and oxidized finish Edison DD reproducer.

on the horn elbow. I have not finished the mag yet but the articles I have read are wonderful. Ron L

[Phono-L] edison c-150 grill

You cold drizzle a bit of lemon oil in there to provide some lubrication. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of mbditt...@comcast.net Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2007 3:40 PM To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Subject: [Phono

[Phono-L] Slipping belts

I had one machine that did not want to cooperate. I ended up putting a light coating of rubber cement on the mandrel shaft pulley. The belt would then slip just the right amount. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf

[Phono-L] Slipping belts

I have yet to see modern leather belts that look as nice and are as supple as a good old original belt. The replacement material I've seen so far is thicker. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Rich Sent: Monday

[Phono-L] Columbia AS reborn

How about some before/after shots of that one, Bob? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Bob Johnson Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 10:42 AM To: 'Antique Phonograph List' Subject: RE: [Phono-L] Columbia AS reborn

[Phono-L] in the papers

Hi gang, http://tinyurl.com/2e2kxa will take you too an article about my collection. Loran thought you all might enjoy it. Ron

[Phono-L] Re: Noisy Home

How are the rubber mounts between bedplate and motor, and between upper works and bedplate? Are the gears lightly greased or just oiled? Have the conical bearings on the mandrel shaft ever been disturbed, especially turned and/or moved in or out? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l

[Phono-L] Re: Noisy Home

I can agree with the possibility of dirt getting in grease and causing wear but I'm not sure about the self lubricating aspect of this post. Anyone else want to weigh in on this? Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf

[Phono-L] Re: Noisy Home

The brass-on-steel is more quiet that steel on steel because the brass is softer, is my guess. I'm going to run this by our materials guy here at work. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of Rich Sent: Tuesday

[Phono-L] Re: Noisy Home

that the brass gear will soon disappear. Also, with different materials, the larger part is made of the softer material, and the smaller part of the harder material; this tends to wear both parts at nearly the same rate. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org

[Phono-L] My dilemma - which machine would you pick??

I'd go for the open horn machine. They look great, sound a bit better than the Victrola and take up less space/are easily transported. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of john robles Sent: Monday, December 04

[Phono-L] uh, wow...

I have not tried it but I think the speed control is capable of making the turntable go very slowly. It controls speed and not spring power, so unless the spring is so weak that it depends on a flywheel effect from the turntable, it could very well play a 45 or a 33.3. Ron L -Original

[Phono-L] WANTED: Automatic Reproducer

made? That's my suitcase Home and it had (still has) a winged C with the side arm, when I acquired it in the late 1960s. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of gpaul2...@aol.com Sent: Wednesday, December 20, 2006 5:18 PM