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Post by gibsonj on Jun 25, 2013 7:46:41 GMT -5
I, too, would hate very much to see this board disappear. While there are other phono boards out there, I like having a focal point on Edison machines. Like Larry, I have too many other obligations rignt now, but I really hope someone else can step up. Way too much knowledge from this group to share---it would be a shame to lose the access.
Thanks.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Jun 6, 2013 10:33:49 GMT -5
Very sad news. Bill did some quality reproducer work for me on a couple of occasions. I truly appreciated his knowledge and enthusiasm for our hobby. Always enjoyed talking with him over the phone or reading his posts. My sympathy and prayers to his family as well.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Apr 25, 2013 7:44:41 GMT -5
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Post by gibsonj on Feb 20, 2013 8:50:11 GMT -5
CDB
You may find that the spring has just unattached from the barrel anchor. This would cause the lack of tension. If you do find it broken in/around the slot on its end, you can successfully cut off the broken end and re-slot it. But, I would temper the "new" end a bit to give it strength.
Good luck and be careful taking these springs out. They are quite strong and will uncoil in a heartbeat.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Dec 17, 2012 9:01:02 GMT -5
Jerry Here are a couple of plating links. The first is a plating service, but as Bill said, it'll probably be expensive. www.nashvilleplatingservice.com/This one is in case you might want to try your hand at plating yourself: www.caswellplating.com/Good luck with your project. John
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Post by gibsonj on Dec 14, 2012 9:21:57 GMT -5
Hey Gary and welcome to the board Here are some links to phonograph parts suppliers: www.antiquephono.com/www.victroladoctor.com/www.phonophan.com/index.htmlwww.wyattsmusical.com/There are others as well. As for your reproducer issue, a broken silk link is a common problem. The gaskets insulating the diaphragm are likely dry and brittle after all these years. So, a reproducer re-build is recommended. Take a close look at the diamond stylus under a jeweler's loop or magnifying glass, and see that it still has a distinct sharp point. If it's rounded, flat, or otherwise fractured, then a new stylus is a must. You'll ruin your diamond discs otherwise. Speaking of which, I'm sure you have discovered that you should only play Edison Diamond Disc records with your Edison reproducer on this machine (that's the 1/4 inch thick records). The recording method used by Edison was a vertical, hill and dale technique, whereas competitors (i.e., Victor) used a horizontal recording technique. Adapters were made to allow playing competitor 78s on Edison machines, but don't try it with your Edison reproducer. See a PM to maroongem on this board if you need reproducer help. He's done good work for me. Finally, here's a link to a thread on another board that contains a reprint of Edison diamond disc motor repair and maintenance. It has diagrams and lots of details to help you understand the principles of operation: forum.talkingmachine.info/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=1133Good luck with your project, and ask questions as you need to. There are lots of very knowledgeable folks here to help. John
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Post by gibsonj on Nov 20, 2012 8:36:21 GMT -5
Neil Welcome! I can suggest a few sources for cylinders. First, watch Craigslist. Cylinders routinely show up there. Sometimes, you can find large numbers of cylinders with machines. Ebay is another source where you can occasionally find good buys. Ebay prices tend to run higher than what I've seen on Craigslist, though. Usually, I only watch Ebay if I'm looking for a specific title and willing to pay a little more. Lastly, check out Kurt Nauck's auction site at: www.78rpm.com/He typically has a broad selection of cylinders, both 2-minute and 4-minute. I have found his grading of cylinders and records condition to be spot-on, and sometimes, you can find desireable titles that go for minimum bids. Nauck is also a good source for rare titles. Hope you enjoy your Standard. John
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Post by gibsonj on Oct 26, 2012 7:52:56 GMT -5
Jeff
You have an Edison Home model, equiped with switchable gearing to enable playing both 2 minute and 4 minute cylinders. Appears to have a Diamond B reproducer, however, which was intended for 4 minute Blue Amberol records.
Regretfully, someone has mounted a crane bracket for a cygnet horn on the front of the machine, which is incorrect. Cygnet horn brackets were mounted on the rear of Home cabinets. The horn in your picture is a Morning Glory horn, which uses a crane designed to attach to the front of the cabinet. It typically has a footpiece, which is positioned under the cabinet, and a clip, which slides into a slot in the bedframe. Can't really tell from your photo, but the crane part you have may be the upper section of a typical Morning Glory crane.
Hope this helps you.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Jun 22, 2012 7:57:39 GMT -5
I agree. An excellent resource by Mike and George. The information is very well organized and logically presented. I'll be referencing it often while building my DD library. Like George P., I didn't realize how much I didn't know.
Thanks, Mike and George.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Jun 4, 2012 10:25:10 GMT -5
I'm going to pickup one of those myself! What happens where you run out of the reflective strips? Last night, I adjusted the speed correctly on my Amberol 30, and it sounds perfect, but alas, my Amberola 75 has some kind of weird Echoong going on. It sounds really eerie!! I think that I am summoning all th ghosts in my neighborhood when I play a BA on my 75 now. There is obviously something wrong, and it's not the speed any longer. What causes Echoing? A Bad/worn diamond? Sounds like I need a reproducer rebuild.. but I probably could get away with just changing a stylus.. Is a stylus change easy on the DD Reproducer.. It does not look to bad, as I have never done one. Any Suggestions??? Anyone know what is causing this weird Echoing?? Signed, Help. ) Here's a source for additional reflective strips for the digital tach. stores.ebay.com/minnesotameasurementinstrumentslJohn
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Post by gibsonj on Mar 29, 2012 11:58:25 GMT -5
Bobacker Thanks for the reply. Yes, I've been occasionally checking ebay, but have not found the correct one. Here's a photo of the C-200 escutcheon. John
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Post by gibsonj on Mar 26, 2012 15:27:52 GMT -5
Hey folks
I'm looking for a C-200 key escutcheon. Anyone have one of these in spare parts?
Thanks.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Mar 12, 2012 9:29:02 GMT -5
Hey folks
Does anyone have a photo/description of the lock escutcheon for a C-200? The Frow book pictures it, but I can't tell if it is the same or different from the C-250.
Thanks for any help.
John
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Post by gibsonj on Jan 19, 2012 11:28:12 GMT -5
gman46
These appear to be two beautiful pieces. The Amberola 1A is certainly a favorite cylinder machine among collectors. Where might you be located?
John
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Post by gibsonj on Dec 9, 2011 9:29:09 GMT -5
Welcome, and I think you've come to the right place. There are lots of very knowledgeable folks who contribute here.
The S-19 was a post WWI model that was available in the spring of 1919, and originally sold for $195.
Yours is likely in need of a good cleaning and fresh lubrication, and would also greatly benefit from a reproducer re-build. After all these years, the gaskets in the reproducers are dry and brittle, and don't allow the diaphragm to vibrate freely, which results in diminished sound and volume. I'd also suggest taking a close look at the diamond stylus with a jeweler's loupe or magnifying glass to be sure its still pointed and undamaged. Some folks have suggested a way to test the condition of the stylus is to lower it on a turning record in the run-off area, and see if any perceptible scratch is visible. The scratch would suggest a bad stylus. Obviously, a bad stylus can ruin records.
One last thing if you haven't already figured out. Only play Edison Diamond Disc records on your S-19 and Edison reproducer. The geometry of the record was unique to the Edison technology. So, playing a Victor record, for example, with an Edison reproducer will damage the record. Likewise, playing an Edison Diamond Disc record on a Victrola will damage the record. Adapters were made to allow for playing Victor records on Diamond Disc machines, so it can be done. But, it's important to understand the differences.
Hope this gives you a start. When you have specific questions or problems, I'm confident someone here has experience or an answer.
Good luck.
John
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