Phono Folks:
I apologize in the event this is viewed by some as off topic however, I think this lists expertise in locating phonograph related information is needed in this case. I have pasted a little information on the "ristaucrat mini jukeboxes made in the early 50s below. At present, I can't find anyone who can work on mine as those who I have approached state, no information is available which could be used to guide repairs or remanufacture parts. Since this list often can find Patten and other needed specifications, I placed my hope here. In the event you can assist, or have a referral for me, much appreciated. Later Bob The following small jukeboxes all use 45 RPM records, capitalizing on the shift to these 7" records by the release of the Seeburg M100B. These little jukeboxes were marketed as cost effective stopgap while major jukebox manufacturers were still scrambling to shift production to 45 RPM models. Ristaucrat 45 - 1950 Ristaucrat, Inc was located at 1216 E. Wisconsin Ave., Appleton, Wisconsin, USA and announced the 45 Ristaucrat 45 Non-Selective Ristaucrat in Billboard Magazine on June 24, 1950. Initially, over 1200 were placed on location and production was stepped up to 100 per day per "press releases". The Ristaucrat 45 was available in either light or dark hardwood finish. According to the manufacturer, it "Plays 12-45 RPM Records, restacks automatically ... is set for 5 cent play or 2 for 5 cents ... is lightweight, weighs only 30 lbs. Measures a compact 12" high, 12 3/4" deep and 16" high" The known serial number range (only 4 data points) for this model ranges from 1099 to 3435. Given a conservative estimate based on known serial numbers, then only 2400 were produced, it is more likely that the serial number range started at 0001, so an estimated production of 3400+ can be assumed. Ristaucrat 45S - 1951-52 About a year after the release of the Ristaucrat 45, the S-45 was announced. A July 1951 ad in Coin Ristaucrat 45SMachine Journal stated: "Low cost selective Music for all locations. 12 record, twin speaker 45 RPM Selective Phone ... the Ristaucrat S-45 ... Plays 12-45 RPM records with smooth, noiseless operation. Records Play in rotation - no long, noisy, restacking periods between selections. Twin Speakers - only the S-45 has two speakers to give a true, clear tone to any record" The specifications for this record play was: Weight, 40 Lbs, 13 1/2" wide, 16 1/2" deep and 17" high. The known serial number range (only 4 data points) for this model ranges from 50408 to 52898. Given a conservative estimate based on known serial numbers, then only 2500 were produced, it is more likely that the serial number range started at 50001, so an estimated production of 3000+ can be assumed. Block quote end _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
