Re: [Phono-L] ITEMS For Sale

I purchased 2 of them and they really are nice and add a lot to my phono display. I recommend them! Steve Andersen > On Jan 30, 2017, at 10:48 AM, Shawn ORourke via Phono-L > <phono-l@oldcrank.org> wrote: > > Listening Tube Wires - ONLY THREE LEFT - $40.00 > >

Re: [Phono-L] phonophan

Weren't you "phonoporn" at one time? Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 5, 2016, at 11:10 AM, Tim Fabrizio via Phono-L > wrote: > > He's right about that! It's been said in law enforcement "The best solution > is always the simplest." However, in this PARTICULAR instance

Re: [Phono-L] Steve Medved Repair

Count me in on at least 6 automatics. Excellent work! Thanks! On Apr 19, 2014, at 5:48 PM, harvey kravitz harveykrav...@yahoo.com wrote: Steve has done repairs on my reproducers. He is the best in the business and so reasonable. I can see why he is so swamped. He is a true asset to the

Re: [Phono-L] Model O serial number 491 reproducer quiz

Steve, Here are my best guesses! 1. I don't know 2. The serial number is too low for an O reproducer to have a pot metal top. My guess is that the ebay O reproducer has a Model R top on it. 3. I don't know 4.: The O had both a 2 in diameter 1 piece domed top and a flat top. The early flat

Re: [Phono-L] Anyone think this is real?

I vote no. On Feb 25, 2013, at 12:29 AM, john robles john9...@pacbell.net wrote: 251234892143 ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

Re: [Phono-L] question re gold plating

Steve, Are you going to attend the Orlando Phonograph show? Thanks! Steve On Jan 18, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Steven Medved steve_nor...@msn.com wrote: I have had parts nickel plated and Gold is a lot thinner. What you start with is what you will finish with. Good luck, Steve From:

Re: [Phono-L] question re gold plating

Very sorry for sending private message thru the list. On Jan 18, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Steven Medved steve_nor...@msn.com wrote: I have had parts nickel plated and Gold is a lot thinner. What you start with is what you will finish with. Good luck, Steve From: maff...@bresnan.net To:

Re: [Phono-L] an interesting price for al self

I have signed copy #282. Bought it at Union in 1979. On Aug 12, 2012, at 2:52 PM, zonophone2...@aol.com wrote: hope everyone covets their copy -Original Message- From: eBay Member: zonophone2...@aol.com mem...@ebay.com To: zonophone2006 zonophone2...@aol.com Sent: Sun, Aug 12,

Re: [Phono-L] Rob Mallet

I will second that... Steve Andersen Rob Mallet is part of an outstanding bunch of people that really make the Orlando show fun to go to. He has always been very nice to communicate with and helpful. Steve ___ Phono-L mailing list

Re: [Phono-L] Possible fraudulent Ebay listing alert.

Steve, This looked like the first legit sale of that machine http://www.ebay.com/itm/Very-Rare-and-Early-Edison-Bell-Electric-Phonograph-/150769914398?pt=UK_Collectables_RadioTelevision_Telephony_SMhash=item231a96521e On May 9, 2012, at 4:37 PM, Steven Medved wrote: Do you know who sold

[Phono-L] Edison Polyphone Reproducer Wanted

Folks, It's a stab in the dark but I am in need of an Edison Polyphone reproducer. If anyone has one, please contact me. Thanks! Steve Andersen ander...@tampabay.rr.com www.thetalkingmachineco.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

Re: [Phono-L] AMET photos full screen?

For Class M Edison upper bedplate numbers it's way high! I think the highest I have seen is 39XXX. Maybe Amet had his own serial numbers stamped at Edison factory?? Also, I noticed there are no mounting holes on the front where a North American plate would have been affixed which could mean it

Re: [Phono-L] eBay Shilling??

The Standard is now re-listed at $999.99! http://www.ebay.com/itm/PAT-1898-EDISON-STANDARD-PHONOGRAPH-WORKING-MOTOR-SEE-MY-VIDEO-110-YEARS-OLD-/160753917176?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item256dae1cf8 Sold $1060

Re: [Phono-L] Cylinder Box Cleaning Method -

How will you know if the mold and mold spores are gone? On Oct 25, 2011, at 12:22 PM, Anthony J. Caruso wrote: Hello everyone - I wanted to drop you all a line to see if anyone wants to speculate on how well a method I am going to try for cleaning/restoring cylinder boxes will work. I

Re: [Phono-L] Mystery Box

Bill, Very interesting. Looks as though I am going to have to find those items for my Amberola box. Approximately what size is the screw driver? Thanks! Steve On Aug 23, 2011, at 6:41 AM, Bill Boruff wrote: Andrew, I have an identical box which was in the bottom of an Edison Opera when

Re: [Phono-L] Mystery box (Edison)

I have had those boxes in the back of both Amberola 1As that i have owned and they were designed to hold the model M and model L reproducers Sent from my iPhone On Aug 23, 2011, at 12:49 AM, Andrew Baron a...@popyrus.com wrote: ___ Phono-L mailing

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Standard Auto Stop?

That is a repeating device which was supplied on International Correspondence Schools language machines. You would push down on the right side and it would lift and move the carriage back to repeat a phrase or word. It is different in design than your device. On Aug 10, 2011, at 9:11 PM,

Re: [Phono-L] Cygnet suspension spring question

? It has two pins which sit in grooves in the back bracket to keep that from happening. From: Steve Andersen ander...@tampabay.rr.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Saturday, August 6, 2011 12:31 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Cygnet

Re: [Phono-L] Carolina Antique Music Phonograph Society Facebook Page - Links Wanted

Http://www.thetalkingmachineco.com Sent from my iPhone On Apr 18, 2011, at 9:37 AM, Vinyl Visions vinyl.visi...@live.com wrote: I'm still looking for your favorite website links to post on our page. Please put them up on the list and I will post them to our page. Or, you can go directly

Re: [Phono-L] eBay GEM - Is this real?

I believe it was not done at the factory. Usually the factory would put special guilt on the casting, not the case. Either a jobber or an artistic owner did this. Steve On Apr 9, 2011, at 11:20 AM, Vinyl Visions wrote: I found an auction for an Edison GEM, with rose flowered horn and

Re: [Phono-L] Gem D or E

Yes or sometimes has a seperate boss for letter Sent from my iPhone On Feb 24, 2011, at 12:49 PM, Tom Jordan tom...@msn.com wrote: Please excuse this possibly obvious question, but is the model of Gem D, E, etc., identified by the letter preceding the rest of the serial number? For

Re: [Phono-L] Florida repair persons?

John, What kind of work has to be done? Thanks, Steve http://www.thetalkingmachineco.com On Feb 8, 2011, at 10:17 PM, john robles wrote: Hi all I have a contact in Florida (near Clearwater and St, Petersburg) who needs some work done on a Diamond Disc phonograph, C-150 Sheraton. Anybody

Re: [Phono-L] $6100.01 Edison Standard Phonograph

I have been watching Firebottles auctions for 3 years. The seller's machines all have the same identical finish and luster on them. In my opinion, he resprays them. His auctions always bring values which are way our of line and the bidding historys have a pattern of the same person upping their

Re: [Phono-L] $6100.01 Edison Standard Phonograph

. --- On Tue, 1/25/11, Steve Andersen ander...@tampabay.rr.com wrote: From: Steve Andersen ander...@tampabay.rr.com Subject: Re: [Phono-L] $6100.01 Edison Standard Phonograph To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Tuesday, January 25, 2011, 7:01 PM I have been watching Firebottles

Re: [Phono-L] $6100.01 Edison Standard Phonograph

I just listed a nice Edison Spring Motor on Ebay. Lets bid it to $7,000!!! 300519198641 On Jan 25, 2011, at 11:37 PM, keeper...@aol.com wrote: Yes, that gets back to my original question. A well-written description with good photos -- and these looked professional, like you would see in

Re: [Phono-L] florida show

2300.00 On Jan 23, 2011, at 4:59 PM, Andrew Baron wrote: Do you recall what the mahogany Home with repeater was priced at? Just curious. Andy Baron On Jan 23, 2011, at 3:18 AM, zonophone2...@aol.com wrote: hi all just got home from the florida show lots of great bargains and lots

Re: [Phono-L] Amberola I vs III innards

I guess one has to define mismatched works... An Amberola 1A mechansim serial number matches a corresponding nameplate which is affixed to the cabinet. Cabinets are stamped with a different number which is on the lid, main cabinet, and on the doors. Without the nameplate on the cabinet,

Re: [Phono-L] Early cygnet horn without the spring

Folks, Again, This is what is required to make it work and what was originally supplied with the early style Edison Cygnet horn cranes. You dont need the spring as long as you have the older style crane.

Re: [Phono-L] Edison on Glenn Beck

Ditto to Ron's comment.. On Oct 18, 2010, at 7:13 PM, ronbr...@aol.com wrote: Peter, I respectfully suggest we stay on topic with regard to the list i.e. phonographs. Your political opionions are not necessarily those shared by all. By the way, my IQ was measured at 123. Ron

Re: [Phono-L] Emerson

Mike, The current Emerson model number for 1542 is a 1/2 HP, 1 phase, 48 frame, belted fan and blower open dripproof motor. Is that what you are looking for? On Sep 2, 2010, at 7:27 PM, Mike Tucker wrote: I would like to obtain an Emerson electric motor either Model 1542CB or Model

Re: [Phono-L] Color of Grille Cloth on Amberola 30?

It was sort of a brownish gold color with no pattern On Feb 9, 2010, at 2:28 PM, keeper...@aol.com wrote: Greetings. It's a nice, clean machine. The grille cloth is missing. Anyone know the color? I have some green, tan n' gold in stock. Thanks! : ) Edward

Re: [Phono-L] Violin phonograph

If a company made this for mass production, wouldn't they leave the strings, neck and tuners off of it? My opinion is that it is a cobble job. On Jan 12, 2010, at 2:37 PM, Tom Jordan wrote: Was the idea that the violin body would resonate and produce a better sound? -Original

Re: [Phono-L] Photos of Andy's VV-XVIII

Andy, Great score and great machine! Your lucky because you get to feel good every time you look at it! I got a couple of machines that I get that good feeling from. Steve Andersen http://www.theedisonshop.com On Oct 23, 2009, at 3:41 PM, bruce78...@comcast.net wrote: Absolutely Gorgeous

Re: [Phono-L] Never thought it would happen to Kotton Klenser

All our our ancestors came from Central Africa so we are all the same. https://genographic.nationalgeographic.com/genographic/index.html Check out my store. If you see anything or want something done custom, let me know. http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Andersun-Graphics Steve On Oct 23,

Re: [Phono-L] Class M

Mike, Please send a picture of what you are talking about and maybe I can solve it. I have never owned a Class M but I deal with belted loads in a different capacity. I sell industrial electric motors and I have to deal with belted loads all the time. Thanks, Steve On Oct 16, 2009, at

[Phono-L] Edsion 30 Echos - What To Do?

You probably need a new stylus. I had same problem with an Amberola 30 and that solved problem. On Mar 19, 2009, at 9:17 PM, kugl...@wmconnect.com wrote: Hi. I just purchased an Edison 30 machine. Many of the 4 minute cylinders echo when playing. I can take these same cylinders and play

[Phono-L] retarmysgt (William) post regarding Gramophoneshane

That's if you assume one is using bare metal grips which is what you wouldn't do ever! On Mar 2, 2009, at 5:58 PM, Ron L'Herault wrote: I thought the same thing. Ron L -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org ] On Behalf Of

[Phono-L] Curious Edison artifact on eBay

The owner states that the case is oak. With the dovetail features in the wood, I would think the case was original. The pictures are so grainy, that they make it look like pine. Some people crack me up with their poor pictures on Ebay! On Dec 1, 2008, at 11:20 AM, Andrew Baron wrote:

[Phono-L] More crooks on Ebay

I just sent a note to the seller asking for his address so I could look at the machines. Port Charlotte is in my sales territory. Steve Andersen On Nov 8, 2008, at 3:05 PM, Aph4990 at aol.com wrote: In a message dated 11/8/2008 11:43:30 A.M. Mountain Standard Time, Phonophan at aol.com

[Phono-L] More crooks on Ebay

I bet he has a Ragtime Fabrizio for sale too! Steve Andersen On Nov 8, 2008, at 3:05 PM, Aph4990 at aol.com wrote: In a message dated 11/8/2008 11:43:30 A.M. Mountain Standard Time, Phonophan at aol.com writes: Everyone should get a kick out of two auctions using pictures stolen

[Phono-L] More crooks on Ebay

I would buy one if it was available! - Original Message - From: phonop...@aol.com To: phono-l at oldcrank.org Sent: Saturday, November 08, 2008 4:15 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] More crooks on Ebay Steve was referring to this joke on my Web site--- where I describe a ficitious turntable

[Phono-L] Banner Home later verson 1906 sold for $2075US

I have been watching this seller for 3 years. This seller always has these clean machines on Ebay and gets 4 times the real value. It looks like he applies something to the bedplates to make them look darker black. On other machines he definitely applies finishes on the cases. I have

[Phono-L] Amberola 30 erratic speed

Also check to make sure the mandrel has the tensioning steel springs in it. On Sep 1, 2008, at 11:43 PM, Robert Wright wrote: Last thought -- listen to a cylinder you know well and wait for the speed to drop. Back the reproducer up about 20 or 30 grooves and see if it does it in the

[Phono-L] Triumph with Columbia horn?

My opinion is that the wood section is not original or aftermarket for any Edison machine. The whole wood section appears too long and does not hang on the cygnet crane properly. It does look like a wood horn for a rear mount machine that was cut to fit in the housing of an Edison cygnet

[Phono-L] Phonovention 2008

I have been to the Kruse museum several times. If your into WWII vehicles especially German, this is one of the best displays of German equipment in the world! Sounds like a great place for a Phonovention! Steve On Aug 25, 2008, at 9:13 PM, Robin Rolfs wrote: Greetings Friends, MAPS

[Phono-L] How To Contact Paul Baker

Phone 716-826-2192 On Jul 25, 2008, at 9:51 AM, Kuglarb at wmconnect.com wrote: Hi friends. Hope all are well. I wanted to call Paul yesterday regarding some phonograph questions and can't find his number. Does anyone have it? Thanks for any assistance. Brantley Williston, S.C.

[Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor - Reproducer

Steve, I have another Automatic, serial number 56941. Both of my Automatics have the small hinge design. 56941 was issued to a 2 clip standard as part of a Polyphone attachment as the rear reproducer. The attachment did not require an adjusting arm because it was set screwed in. The

[Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor - Reproducer

FYI: I have an Automatic (# 38030) and a Standard Speaker (#31306) and they both have no wording on the arms. The serial number stampings are of a different style from each other. The Automatic has a smaller and cleaner numbers. The Standard Speaker has almost an italic style numbers. The

[Phono-L] Copper cygnet horn

My guess is that it is a radio horn. I have never seen or heard of any phonograph cygnet horns made of copper. Steve www.theedisonshop.com On Jul 13, 2008, at 5:17 PM, wilenzick at bellsouth.net wilenzick at bellsouth.net wrote: This eBay item is a Fireside with a COPPER cygnet horn.

[Phono-L] Edison O Reproducer problem

Al, No there shouldn't be any difference in carriages. You will have to carefully file down the outer circumference of the reproducer until it fits. Look for any rough edges that might be causing it not to seat. You may not have to take much material off to get it to seat. Make sure the

[Phono-L] Edison O Reproducer problem

that Al's reproducer is swelled and the carriage is fine. I know this because I have worked on hundreds of Edisons going back to 1974. What if Al decides to upgrade or sell the machine and keep the reproducer? Now he has a machine with a cobbled carriage to sell. Steve Andersen On Jun 4, 2008

[Phono-L] Moldy wax records

You can shave the black wax records if you treat them with a softening solvent. On Mar 12, 2008, at 10:57 AM, Peter Fraser wrote: no, you can't shave and record on black wax, only brown. On Mar 12, 2008, at 6:24 AM, Ron L wrote: You can't fix them since the mold has eaten away the sound

[Phono-L] expensive Amberola 30!

The early Amberola 30s had a traditional black and metallic nameplate on the rear part of the bedplate (ebay # 250223138262) . Later Amberola 30s had a gold nameplate affixed to the lid on left inner side ( Ebay #290208076241). The style (Ebay # 190204709958) looks phony to me.

[Phono-L] Missed Opportunity - I am SICK!!!!

John, To make you feel better, I traveled 300 miles to get an Amberola last month and the seller was a no show at the meeting spot. She knew how far I was traveling to get the machine. She sent me an e-mail later on that night saying she sold it to someone else for more money. I really

[Phono-L] Missed Opportunity - I am SICK!!!!

It was a BV with 80 cylinders. On Mar 4, 2008, at 6:55 PM, john robles wrote: Now THAT is sad. What model Amberola?? Steve Andersen ander...@tampabay.rr.com wrote: John, To make you feel better, I traveled 300 miles to get an Amberola last month and the seller was a no show at the meeting

[Phono-L] Missed Opportunity - I am SICK!!!!

John, Something will come up for you that will be better. That is the attitude I keep! Steve On Mar 4, 2008, at 7:39 PM, john robles wrote: Arrgh! Oh well, ya win some, ya lose some. Steve Andersen ander...@tampabay.rr.com wrote: It was a BV with 80 cylinders. On Mar 4, 2008, at 6:55

[Phono-L] Edison Standard B question

Glenn, The horn is a reproduction and the case has been refinished. No modifications are or were needed to put this carriage on a Model B. As to why someone would set up this way is anyone's best guess. The person probably had these parts available to make the machine complete to sell.

[Phono-L] Re:: Any Interest in an Edison Idealia

Terry Baer's E-Mail t...@edisontriumph.com On Feb 6, 2008, at 3:03 PM, clockworkh...@aol.com wrote: Ray is correct. That would be a Model B at that serial number with the endgate. I believe the Model C machines in the Triumphs were an extremely short run of less than 1000 produced so