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Post by neophone on Apr 16, 2007 0:47:13 GMT -5
Gents, I've finally took the plunge! I am now the proud owner of an Amberola 50. I'm a very happy camper this morning. ;D Let flow with the advice folks..... I need all the help I can get, you know I'm not that bright.  I picked it up today from Bill (THANK YOU!!!) I'm just now home from work and listening to some BA's right now. Tell me gentlemen-How the hell do you aim it?  ?? Photos to follow. Regards, J. |
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Post by rocky on Apr 16, 2007 14:31:21 GMT -5
John,
Congratulations! Welcome to the world of bright, blue, and shiny.
How do you aim it? Do you mean how do you get the reproducer right at the beginning, especially on BAs with little lead-in space? That's difficult! I don't know if I'll ever master that.
By the way, Ebay seller "Baltic" has greater Blue Amberols, and her descriptions are right on target!
I'm really very happy for you! Keep in mind that BAs don't have to be expensive. Yeah, the 5000 series stuff can get pricey, but then again, that's not what cylinders are really about.
Rocky
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Post by neophone on Apr 18, 2007 1:16:53 GMT -5
Gents, Here's a few photos:   Bill, I picked up this spring at the Despot today. Should it actually lift up the horn or just "give it some bounce"?   I also put some silicone spray (via a Q-Tip) on the "runner" behind the mandrel, should I put some on the guide rod in front? I haven't done so yet. I'm having a ball here! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Regards, J. |
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Post by maroongem on Apr 18, 2007 6:23:47 GMT -5
Hi John,
Yes, just a wee bit 'o lift on the spring, just enough to take the load off the pivot point at the bottom of the horn, and yes, put a bit on the carriage rod.
I'm happy to hear that you are pleased with the machine!!
Bill
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Post by gramophoneshane on Apr 18, 2007 7:17:19 GMT -5
Very nice John! Mahogany too. I only wish the 30 that I've got coming was in as good condition. You'll really enjoy the world of cylinders. There's a whole different atmosphere to these records. I have to agree with Rocky too regarding blue amberols. The 5000's are nice- lots of great dance numbers etc. But I think the early blues are great. Lots of title's I've never found on disc's, great vaudeville and comedy songs etc.
Happy listening John!
BTW: Was there much- if any- difference in the price of oak verses mahogany machines when they came out? I've always seen price differences between the two with say HMV machines, but never noticed any edison avertising stating two prices for one model.
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Post by maroongem on Apr 19, 2007 8:05:21 GMT -5
Very nice John! Mahogany too. I only wish the 30 that I've got coming was in as good condition. You'll really enjoy the world of cylinders. There's a whole different atmosphere to these records. I have to agree with Rocky too regarding blue amberols. The 5000's are nice- lots of great dance numbers etc. But I think the early blues are great. Lots of title's I've never found on disc's, great vaudeville and comedy songs etc. Happy listening John! BTW: Was there much- if any- difference in the price of oak verses mahogany machines when they came out? I've always seen price differences between the two with say HMV machines, but never noticed any edison avertising stating two prices for one model. I'm not aware of any in the Amberola line. I know the later Opera now called the Concert was put in a simpler oak case and was $5.00 cheaper than the mahogany which was $90.00 originally. Bill |
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