How much is an Edison record worth?
Edison Diamond Disc records for sale
| Edison no | Side one title | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Edison number: 51385 | Side one title: She Loves Me | Price:$100 |
| Edison number: 51102 | Side one title: Fate – Fox Trot | Price:$40 |
| Edison number: 52584 | Side one title: Blue Hawaii | Price:$400 |
| Edison number: 80734 | Side one title: Israfel | Price:$10 |
When was an Edison Victrola made?
1906
Victrola always referred to a machine with the horn built into the cabinet, as made by the Victor Talking Machine Company. Victor introduced the Victrola in 1906. Prior to this, machines made by the Victor Talking Machine Company were known as –you guessed it — talking machines.
What is the value of a Thomas Edison phonograph?
First introduced by Thomas Edison in the 1870s, the typical cylinder is black or blue and about four inches long and two inches in diameter. Most of them are worth less than $5, but some can be worth a $100 or more. Cylinders that are brown, pink, green or orange, or bigger than two inches, can be worth up to $200.
What speed are Edison records?
They had a maximum playing time of about 3 minutes at 120 RPM, but around the turn of the century the standard speed was increased to 160 RPM to improve clarity and volume, reducing the maximum to about 2 minutes and 15 seconds. Several experimental wax cylinder recordings of music and speech made in 1888 still exist.
How much is a Victrola phonograph worth?
The condition of a Victrola often determines its value as an antique. According to Victor-Victrola.com, a VV-XI left exposed in an unfinished attic space is worth around $100-$150, while a Victrola of the same model in mint condition sells for over $750.
How do I clean my Edison cylinder records?
Make up a cleaning solution by using about 3 drops of a mild dish detergent in a quart of tepid water. Use either a new, clean very-fine-bristled paint brush or a new, clean piece of velvet to thoroughly buy gently wash the grooves. Wash along groove direction. Rinse thoroughly in running tepid tap water.
What kind of phonograph was Edison c 250?
The C-250 was the flagship of Edison’s Disc Phonograph line, and it sold very well in its day. It’s commonly found in collections today, and it’s tough to beat for performance and record storage.
What kind of phonograph was the Edison Standard?
Edison Standard Model B Converted Phonograph. Description Converted to two and four minute H-reproducer with repaint, paneled horn, and no crane. Working.Condition Edison Standard Cylinder Model D Phonograph. Edison Standard Cylinder Model D Phonograph. Description Includes cygnet horn and no crane. Mandrel froze.Condition (Good).
What kind of stop does an Edison c 250 have?
This C-250 is unusual in that it retains the pinstriping on its motor plate (early production), and is factory equipped with an Edison Automatic Stop (commonly called a “Duncan Stop” by collectors). This one also features a Long Play Attachment (added after 1926) with a gold LP reproducer and an original bolt-on holder for it.
When did Edison stop making open horn phonographs?
The Edison Company discontinued open horn phonographs (including the Standard) in late 1913. In talking with collectors of phonographs, I often find that the Edison Standard was their first cylinder player. This is hardly a surprise in that Standards are plentiful and still relatively cheap.