Reproducer for C19 Laboratory Model question

[sydneyade]

Hi there

I have a C19 Lab Model and an A100 Moderne player and the reproducers are not too crash hot.

I was wondering if an Edisonic Diamond Disc Reproducer fits, and if it's the correct reproducer?

Thanks and regards

SydneyAde

[lucius1958]

Certainly an Edisonic would fit any Diamond Disc machine, as it was marketed as an upgrade for older phonographs: however, it might tend to increase record wear, due to the extra weight.

As far as your current reproducers are concerned: have they been fully serviced? It's surprising what a little cleaning and some new gaskets will do.

The A-100, with its smaller horn, will probably never be 'crash hot'; but the C-19 is an excellent machine, even with a standard reproducer in good condition. You might try replacing the diaphragm if it has become warped (I am currently using a diaphragm made by *larryh* in my C-250, and it produces marvelous results).

There is also another variable: the records themselves. Are you basing your opinion on discs in good condition from the prewar era and the '20s? Just asking…

BillS

[sydneyade]

Hi Bill

Thanks for your advice, appreciated! As it turned you, you were spot on, on both counts. I visited a chap here in Sydney, who specialises in
repair of Edisons and he said the reproducer for the A100 was fine.

Kind Regards

Adrian

[lucius1958]

You're welcome!

BillS