I received my copy a few days ago, and it's fabulous. The labels are eye-popping, and there's a ton of information, including a very thorough exploration of Berliner records and the birth of American Zonophone. Picture discs, personality recordings, test pressings, pattern labels that never made it to production... The book is simply indispensable if you have even a passing interest in Victor records. Really - a superb job.
George P. -----Original Message----- From: Kurt Nauck <na...@78rpm.com> To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Fri, Nov 19, 2010 3:28 pm Subject: [Phono-L] Collector's Guide to Victor Records As Steve said, it is now available. I picked up copies from the printer in Boston last week, and the book is fabulous. Here is the brochure blurb: The Collector's Guide to Victor Records (2nd Edition) by Michael Sherman w/Kurt Nauck 7" x 10", 288 pp with 850 full color illustrations With roots extending all the way back to the birth of the disc recording industry, Victor reigned supreme throughout the 78 rpm era. Herein lies the story of Victor's standard-catalog 78 rpm record label, traced from Berliner (its predecessor) to the demise of the 78 rpm format. All four of Victors standard label colors (Black, Red, Blue & Purple) are documented in detail along with all changes made to the Victor label throughout its 60 year run. The second section of the book highlights many of the notable singers, personalities and world leaders who recorded for Victor, leaving a priceless, treasured legacy for future generations. Included are such luminaries as Enrico Caruso, Leopold Stokowski, Will Rogers, Nellie Melba, King George V, Charles Lindbergh, Theodore Roosevelt, Harry Lauder, Adelina Patti, Amos & Andy, Robert Peary and dozens of others. The Victor Talking Machine Company (later RCA Victor) produced countless recordings outside their normal domestic catalog issues. The third section features ethnic recordings, imports, picture discs, puzzle records, subsidiary labels such as Bluebird and Zonophone, contract pressings, pattern labels, long-playing Program Transcriptions, vanity issues, childrens records, test pressings, radio transcriptions, demo records, soundtrack discs, client labels, in-house recordings and sample pressings. There's even a page devoted to errors and imitation records! The fourth section includes pictures of record sleeves, company catalogs, supplements and other Victor publications in addition to record release charts, rarity guides and a comprehensive bibliography and index. One would expect a compendium such as this to be dull and lifeless, but Sherman and Nauck's engaging style, attention to detail and brilliant label images make the story come alive. The entire book is profusely illustrated in resplendent full-color, and will be equally at home on the coffee table or the reference shelf. No archive or serious collector should be without it. $39 Softcover or $60 Hardback (Limited Edition of 500, signed & numbered) Add $5 for shipping; check, credit card and paypal accepted. You may order from Nauck's Vintage Records, na...@78rpm.com And yes, all the Victor picture records are listed and shown, including one or two you have never seen before! Kurt Nauck c/o Nauck's Vintage Records 22004 Sherrod Ln. Spring, TX 77389 Website: www.78rpm.com E-Mail: na...@78rpm.com www.newpledge.org www.mdada.org Phone: (281) 288-7826 Fax: (425) 930-6862 _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
