Playing 1905 Edison Banner Gem Cylinder Phonograph Record Player, 10 " Horn
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:17885255 |
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Over the next few weeks I will be listing some great reference cylinder and disc phonographs, carefully preserved and ready to play. When you buy a phonograph from me, each machine is meticulously cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted so that only a light oiling is required for regular use. My goal is to provide excellent working phonographs and accessories for both n...ovices and long-time collectors alike.
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For your consideration is a excellent running example of a 1905 Edison Banner Gem Model B 2-minute cylinder phonograph record player. The Gem was the little brother to the Edison Standard, and was a sturdy phonograph that was a direct competitor with the Columbia Graphophone Type Q.
This Gem is well preserved with a nice original shellac finish and excellent banner decal. The black japanned casting is in nice shape, as you can see, with great nickel plating.
The motor runs strong, with some typical light gear chatter, but it can easily play through a 2-minute cylinder with a full winding. It has been lubricated and adjusted for perfect operation.
The original Model C reproducer has a perfect stylus, fresh gaskets, and has been tuned for optimal performance, as you can hear in the video.
This machine comes with an older reproduction 10" conical horn.
Included with this machine are a couple clean 2-minute Edison black wax cylinder records. This machine will safely play all 2-minute black wax and celluloid( plastic) standard-sized cylinder records. Countless additional 2-minute cylinders are available online and probably your local antique shop for a few dollars each, give or take. Please let me know if you are seeking any particular titles or genres as I have a large assortment of records in stock. Setup and operating instructions available upon request.
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If you are from an international location please contact me prior to making a purchase so I can make sure this phonograph can be shipped to your country.
After payment is received this lot will be shipped with the greatest care to ensure it arrives just as shown. I have safely shipped countless fragile antique phonographs, accessories, and records, so you can rest easy knowing this piece will be treated well.
Please let me know if you have any questions.