EDISON TRIUMPH PHONOGRAPH, MODEL "B"
This instrument was originally sold around 1907. A couple years later, the owner decided to "update" his machine by adding all the new features that were being introduced at the time -- it was a period when technology was developing quickly. This was near the end of the life cycle of the Edison external horn cylinder Phonograph. Having begun in around 1890, the Phonograph was about to undergo big changes as the second decade of the 20th Century dawned. The evolution had been complete, from the early "straight" horns that were supported IN FRONT of the instruments, to the elegant and graceful Cygnet horns (as above) that were delicately suspended ABOVE the mechanical works -- and, finally, the horn would be concealed INSIDE the cabinet after 1913.
So, you see here the final innovation of the Edison Phonograph -- the formidable and exclusive Triumph, that only the wealthy could afford at the time, surmounted by the correct No. 11 Cygnet horn, and equipped with a Diamond "B" reproducer (genuine diamond stylus), considered one of the finest reproducing appliances that Edison ever made. We stress the "correct" No. 11 horn because this eleven-panel horn was properly sized to the imposing presence of the Triumph. Beware online auction sellers and other "benders of the truth" who offer Triumphs fitted with the smaller No. 10 horn because they do not know or do not care that the combination is inaccurate. We, dear clients, are selling history, NOT convenient revisionism!
Having made such a point about the No. 11 horn, we need to say that our horn is a spot-on, precision replica of the No. 11, made by a friend who has spent a lifetime hand-making historically correct Edison components. It is literally indistinguishable from the original, except for the fact that it has no dents!
Every single centimeter of this spectacular instrument has been scrupulously restored -- the cabinet, even the mechanical works have been returned to their precise factory appearance. Our professional pin striping renders a glamorous appearance.
Spotless, and as perfect as the day it left Orange, NJ. This particular Model B was virtually "re-invented" by adding the very most innovative components. With the Diamond B reproducer, it is calibrated to play 4-minute "Blue Amberol" cylinder records. These records are plentiful and virtually indestructible.
Furthermore, the Triumph was the BIG BAD BOY of the Edison line, with a huge triple-spring motor, capable to reproducing with plenty of power.
Closed up, the Triumph presents a neat appearance. THE HORN MAY BE LEFT IN PLACE with the lid on -- no worries about where to store the horn when not in use.
One of the most advanced and improved genuine external horn Edison Phonographs.
Price: $2550.00 US, equipped for 4-minute operation, with one Blue Amberol record, plus shipping and handling. (NY State residents must pay sales tax, if applicable.)
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