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78 RPM Crank Record Players (1911-1929)

78 RPM Crank Record Players (1911-1929)

Victor & Columbia

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Victrola VV-IV 

This Victrola crank record player was released by Victor Talking Machine, Co. in 1911. It was discontinued in 1926. The speaker is inside the wooden case so opening the cabinets amplifies the sound. Victor merged with RCA in the late 1940s. 

Source:  Elephant's Trunk Flea Market

Columbia Record Player 

This record player was released by Columbia in the 1920s. It plays 78rpm records and the sound comes through the lid.

Donated By: John & Carol Babina Jr.

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