The 2-55 would be more correct for the time period, but the faux leather case is just plain ugly in my opinion. On the other hand, a VV-50 in oak or mahogany would give you the look you're going after - and they don't sound half-bad either. Besides, the only thing that's truly Orthophonic on the 2-55 is the reproducer; you're still stuck with the small horn of a portable.
I'd go with the VV-50. It would only be a few years earlier than the car, look nice, and sound good. Loran Bill Morris wrote: >Hi, all, > >I am trying to get familiar with the various Victor portables so that I can >choose the "best" one for my projected use. I have a 1929 Pierce-Arrow >which I frequently take to car shows where we also appear in period >clothes. I would like to add a Victor portable to the entourage that will >sound good and look luxurious (in keeping with the car). Can you share >your opinions of Orthophonic machines like a 2-55 versus the earlier VV-50? > It looks to me like the VV-50 is easier to deal with and is easier of the >records, but I'd like to hear from the experts. > >Thanks, > >Bill Morris > >
