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Post by pughphonos on Jun 3, 2013 19:57:01 GMT -5
Timo, there might be somewhat different opinions on this. But from my experience with my Edison cylinder phonograph, with its different reproducers--and with my collection of black waxes from several companies--I find that a model reproducer works on all black waxes without undue wear. I have several Columbia black waxes from the ca. 1902-1906 period and they play with the model C reproducer without any noticeable wear.
Ralph
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Post by b4uno on Jun 8, 2013 16:50:50 GMT -5
Hi. Great forum, want to share a neat story. Years ago, family member passed, leaving behind a wardrobe cabinet full of 5" was cylinders (135)...oh, it was left in a milk house on an old farm; where these folks lived while building their barn and house. When finished building, they left the milk house as a little "shrine". Upstairs, 2 old Edison Concert Phonographs...but in rough shape as the roof had caved in, and the coon took over. Not knowing what these were, about 100 cylinders, some cracked, moldy, etc.. were sold at auction...$50 each!...gulp, I tossed the cylinder stands because I didn't know what they were! Kept the horns though! I was smart enough to tuck away the phonegraphs and 35 cylinders. Well, 20 years have past, I had the boxes both restored to mint condition, fully working and my family has enjoyed the music over the years. Visited Edison museum in Orange years ago and they wanted me to donate them, claiming they were "rare". Thought about recording the music, but just to scared to ship. I think about how these fragile was cylinders have held up for well over 100 years and it just amaizes me. They were big-time entertainment for this family!...and the entire neighborhood. Just thought I'd share. Hope you like.
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Post by pughphonos on Jun 8, 2013 23:01:34 GMT -5
Hey b4uno, absolutely DO like! What are the odds of inheriting such a stash--but you did. Thanks for sharing. Would be great to see photos when you have the time.
Welcome aboard! This is the place for Edison pride. We don't get the same volume of traffic as the Talking Machine Forum (TMF), but here one doesn't run into the competitive aspects of the TMF (people advocating for their favorite phonograph companies). Here you can be pro-Edison and no one else will rain on your parade.
Ralph
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Post by Deleted on Jul 23, 2013 6:55:49 GMT -5
WOW! It's been a while since I have been on this board. I did not even know if it was still going? Never spent too much time on here, since I first signed up in 2006. Those of you who do not know me, my name is Paul, and my nick name is Edisonfan. I am also a member of the Talking Machine forum as well as the 78 rpm community. I have two YouTube Channels. Edsionfans19 and Nippers Electric Bar. I own three Edison Phonographs. An S-19 Diamond Disc Phonograph, my first machine, and two cylinder machines. A two minute Home Phonograph, and a Amberola 30 phonograph. Plus a Victrola VV-X. It was the S-19 that got me started collecting phonographs. I'm not sure how many people I know, when I first joined on here are still here? Although I did learn about the passing of MaroonGem. I see Matt Brown is looking for a new Admin to take over. I Hope someone does, I would hate to see this board go. If the board changes names, I would like someone to let me know? Anyway, hope to post more here in the future! Paul
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Post by Deleted on Jul 23, 2013 7:03:50 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jul 23, 2013 7:08:03 GMT -5
BTW: I still have my Opus Avatar!
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Post by dickschneiders on Jul 29, 2013 12:38:53 GMT -5
Hello,
I just discovered this board today as I was searching about Edison phonographs. I am not a collector, but have had several machines for 30 or 40 years. I have a Standard with a large, maroon morning glory horn that I think is original. I have an Amberola 30 and an oak C-19 laboratory floor model disk machine. These all are in working order. I also have a couple of non-operating floor standing disk machines. I know that these are common models and not very valuable, but they make for nice conversation pieces when people come over. I, also, do have several hundred Edison disks and cylinders.
I need to spend some time reading past postings in an attempt to get up to speed. I need to learn how I can best preserve this material, as much of it is in the basement of our old house. Many years ago I did subscribe to a periodical, the name of which now escapes me. Something generic like "The Edison Phonograph Monthly", and I was able to get parts like mainsprings, etc. to refurbish the machines and assistance in the repair. My initial interest in this stuff waned once I had these three machines working, and I have not thought about them much for many years.
We do listen to the disk recordings, particularly the jazzy ones, frequently. We live on the main street of this small town, and whenever we have some holiday 5k or 10k race that goes by my house, I take the C-19 out on the front porch and play music for the runners as they pass. With the traffic blocked off for the duration of the race, the music is clearly heard to the street. Several of them have commented, later, that they were surprised at the volume and clarity of this old, acoustic player.
After I have had an opportunity to read earlier postings, I will be able to decide what I can contribute, if anything, this forum. Certainly, that should at least pique my interest to where I will have some questions.
Thanks,
thingy Schneiders
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Post by dickschneiders on Jul 29, 2013 12:43:07 GMT -5
Ouch!!!
I guess the board doesn't like my first name of *thingy*, as it changed to "thingy" in my signature.
I'll try something else in the future,
Richard Schneiders
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Post by phonogfp on Jul 29, 2013 13:54:09 GMT -5
Welcome, Richard! It's a low blow when the automatic profanity-eraser thinks your name is off-color! I think the publication you were trying to remember was The Antique Phonograph Monthly, published by Allen Koenigsberg. Those issues abruptly stopped, mid-subscription, about 20 years ago. How time flies. It was a good publication for its time. I used to have an article appear there now and then myself. All this memory-lane stuff made me presume that you are a seasoned citizen - which you may be - but if you're wrestling a C-19 onto the front porch and back, you must be in good health. Keep up the good work! George Paul
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Post by tony1952 on Aug 3, 2013 20:15:24 GMT -5
Hello!
I am just a beginner to study Edison cylinder in Korea.
I would appreciate your warmest support.
Thnaks.
Tony Jung
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Post by nefaurora on Sept 6, 2013 0:31:50 GMT -5
Yes, This board is for all things Edison.....and YES.............It's still alive and going! ) Tony K. Melbourne, FL
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Post by celticguitar666 on Oct 12, 2013 17:19:52 GMT -5
Hello All I am assuming I can introduce myself here I am a member of a few different boards depending on playback device. I have a fairly good size 78 collection of early to late and have 2 dedicated play back set ups for acoustics a nice Victrola table top I reconditioned ( bamboo needles I make) and for electrics an old Garrard. My brother also collects 78's and got my interest going for cylinders of which he has a few. I am know on a search for an Edison cylinder machine hopefully a combo 4/2 minute machine locally in good shape and start collecting and archiving his and my future collection. any input on what would be the best for a basic machine that won't break the bank would be appreciated Dwight
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Post by wagnerian on Oct 17, 2013 8:51:26 GMT -5
Dear Dwight,
Welcome to the Board.
If you are looking for a 2/4 Minute phonograph, I would recommend you try for an Edison Fireside Model A (the Model B is 4 minute only). Whilst others may have differing opinions, to me this is an ideal "starter" phonograph. They are relatively common, built like tank so they will last for ever and will play both 2 and 4 minute cylinders. To play both types of cylinder, you will need to ensure you have the correct stylii/reproducer. Model, K or S reproducers have both 2 and four minute stylii, Model C is 2-minute only and a model H is 4 minute only other than that, you can't go wrong!
Regards
Tim W-W
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Post by BArnold on Nov 2, 2013 18:35:56 GMT -5
Hello from southwest Georgia, USA.
A month ago, we had never heard of the Edison Diamond Disc Phonograph. Then, my wife was walking through some antique stores in a neighboring town and saw a C-19 that caught her eye. The man at the store played it for her and gave her a bit of background. It included 15 records, all in good shape. She told me about it when she got home and we did a little research online. The following day, we made arrangements to go look at it and bought it. My wife was ecstatic about adding this to our home. She inherited several pieces ranging from 80-110 years old from her family and loves the look of old pieces. That was the start of the story.
My wife was interested in finding more records for the phonograph, so I did a little research as time allowed. In the process, I found another C-19 for sale in a location about four hours away from where we live. She called and talked to the owners at length about the unit they had. We made arrangements to drive to see it with the full intention of purchasing it. Yep, we bought it! This one included 36 records.
So, here we are - the owners of not one, but two Edison C-19 phonographs that we didn't know existed a few weeks ago!
I'm looking forward to finding information about whether the reproducers need maintenance. Both seem to work OK, but I know the stylus needs to meet certain specifications.
I should also mention that both cabinets show their age, but are very solid. The finish on both has a wrinkled appearance, but they look great.
I'm looking forward to gaining knowledge from this group.
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Post by lucius1958 on Nov 2, 2013 20:13:18 GMT -5
Hi, and welcome to the board!
You might want to check the condition of the gaskets on the reproducers, and replace them if necessary; see that the pivot moves absolutely freely, to prevent repeating; and check the styli with a high power magnifier.
If you see any flat spots on the diamonds, they should be replaced to prevent damaging the discs. Another good test is to set the stylus down on the inner blank area of the record: if you see any scratches afterwards, then the diamond is worn and should be replaced.
A note on replacement styli: At present, Expert Stylus in the UK is the primary source; but recently some collectors have had issues with record damage from their styli…
Also, you might want to do some general cleaning and lubricating of the motors for best performance.
Oh, and I hope you have one C-19 in oak and the other in mahogany!
BillS
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