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How much is a Victrola talking machine worth?

How much is a Victrola talking machine worth?

Most Victrola (internal horn) models are still quite commonly found at estate sales and on EBay, with the average selling price in the $50 to $200 range for typical “attic-stored” machines.

What is a Victor-Victrola worth?

Selling prices for good quality examples in this category will typically run from $500 to well above $2000, depending on the specific model and condition.

How do you date a Victor-Victrola?

You’ve probably found a metal tag on your Victor Talking Machine that says “1904” and/or “1906” on it. There is likely some Chinese and Spanish writing on it as well. Or you may have found a paper sticker with a date printed on the bottom. These dates are not the manufacture date of your phonograph.

Can a Victrola play modern records?

Much more on this topic in the GETTING STARTED pages (follow link below). It should be noted again that “Victrola” brand portable phonographs are still being produced today. These electronic machines are designed for for modern home entertainment and cater to those who wish to play newer vinyl LP’s.

How heavy is a Victrola?

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Brand Victrola
Material Wood
Item Weight 19.8 Pounds
Motor Type AC Motor
Signal Format Analog

Are Victrola suitcase record players good?

Victrola Suitcase Turntable With Speakers: Conclusion and Rating. The Victrola Vintage 3-Speed Bluetooth Suitcase Turntable With Speakers may not be the top record player with speakers, but it’s great for the audiophile on a budget and in search of the best possible listening experience at an affordable price.

How can I tell how old my Victrola is?

You may find a paper license sticker located on the back, the bottom or on an inside wall or underneath your Victor or Victrola photograph, depending on model (picture on right). This sticker has a veritable plethora of patent and copyright dates printed all over it.

How do you identify a Victrola?

How To Identify Victor Products

  1. Features of a Victor Phonograph. Each Victor phonograph is designed with a metal dataplate.
  2. The Dataplate. In a dataplate, the model number would be displayed first and then it would be followed by a serial number.
  3. The Serial Number.
  4. Victrola Phonographs.

What was the original name of the Victor Talking Machine?

This idea was swiftly patented, and the copyrighted the name “Victrola” was given to this innovative invention. The term Victrola thus applies ONLY to internal horn phonographs made by the Victor Talking Machine Company, and is not a general term for all old or antique phonographs.

When did the Victrola VV-VI come out?

As with many other Victrola models, the VV-VI was a huge success for the company; but between 1922 and 1924 when sales of Victrolas began to slow in favor of radio, Victor failed to respond to the market changes by slowing their production rate.

Is the Victor Victrola a no frills machine?

Even though the VV-VI was a basic ‘no-frills’ machine, it featured a well-crafted solid oak cabinet, nickel plated hardware, a two-spring motor, and Victor’s Exhibition Soundbox. Along with nearly all of the other newly-introduced models, sales of the VI were strong from the start.

What kind of phonograph was the Victrola sixth?

The VV-VI or Victrola the Sixth, was a very popular tabletop “Victrola” internal-horn phonograph; it was a ‘step-up’ model with a larger cabinet and more powerful motor than the entry-level VV-IV model.