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Phonograph Books Look for The Dog:
By Robert Baumbach. Color
Edition
The latest edition of this famous Victor/Victrola book is the best
one so far. Each machine is pictured in color (as opposed to black
and white illustrations in the previous editions). This books contains
many photos, lot's of information about the Victor company and it's
phonographs. This new edition includes a value guide and a broad (not
specific) section on repairs and adjustments. A must have book for
every antique phonograph collector. 320 pages Look for The Dog: (previous
editions) By Robert Baumbach. The earlier editions of this famous
Victor/Victrola book is still available. Each machine is illustrated
along with a description of it's history. This books contains many
photos, lot's of information about the Victor company and it's phonographs.
This edition also includes a broad (not specific) section on repairs
and adjustments. A must have book for every antique phonograph collector. Victor Data Book: By Robert
Baumbach. This long-awaited companion to "Look for the Dog" is finally
complete. Within the book's 335 large format pages are found
details on each model of Victor Talking Machine. These details were
compiled from numerous sources, including original Victor records
long thought to have been lost. All in all, this is a treasure trove
of new information for the Victor collector designed to greatly expand
the available knowledge on these fascinating products. This book does
not duplicate the information in "Look for the Dog", and belongs
in the library of every phonograph collector. American Premium Record Guide:
By Les Docks. The "bible" for 78 rpm record collectors. The best price
guide available. Also lists some LP's and 45 RPM's as well. Soft cover,
477 pages. Little Wonder Records: A history
and discography edited by Tim Brooks. This book contains all known
information that has ever been compiled about the Little Wonder records.
It also has a fascinating history of the company. Each record known
to exist has been listed (where available) by number, title, type,
artist, and any notes that may be known about it. Soft cover, comb
bound, 95 pages. Edison Cylinder Phonograph Companion:
By George L Frow. The latest edition jam packed with information and
photos on Edison cylinder machines. A beautiful book, hard cover,
384 pages. Columbia Phonograph Companion Volume
I (Cylinder Players): By Howard Hazelcorn. This is very nice
hardcover book contains 380 pages of up to date information on all
the cylinder players offered by the Columbia phonograph company. It
also includes rarity scales and charts, horn descriptions and matching
charts and reproducer descriptions and matching charts. The Almost Complete 78 RPM Record
Dating Guide II: By Steven C. Barr. Well over 500 record labels
are listed by manufacturer, catalog number and label design. Also
a brief history of the record manufacturers. Soft cover, comb bound,
177 pages. Edison Disc Phonographs and the Diamond
Discs : By George L Frow. This book contains detailed descriptions
of the diamond disc phonographs, various models, and the records that
play on the machine. Edison Blue Amberol Recordings 1912-1914:
Ronald Dethlefson's carefully researched study of the development
of Edison's finest cylinder recordings was out of print for many years.
We are excited to be able to offer this valuable reference in it's
second and best printing so far. Edison Blue Amberol Recordings 1915-1929:
Author Ronald Dethlefson has added newly discovered details and photographs
of the manufacturing process and cleared up certain speculation that
appeared in the first edition. Also included in this book are reproductions
of a great many of the record slips which accompanied the records
when new, but are invarieably lost today. This two volume set (this
book and the previous book listed above) belongs in the library of
every collector of cylinder recordings. Paperback, over 500 pages EDISON- Inspiration to Youth:
An adaption of the early cartoons that appeared in the daily newspapers
in 1927... Also includes a chronology of events in the life of Thomas
Alva Edison. Soft cover, 84 pages. Brief Biography of Thomas Alva Edison:
A nice biography of the "Wizard of Menlo Park". A small booklet which
talks of his early adventures from childhood to his many inventions
that helped as well as entertained everyone. Also includes a chronological
list of events in his life from his birth in 1847 to his death in
1931. Phonograph Manuals Victor Victrola: We currently
have very nice manuals that you can now put with your machine and
use as a reference to your machine. These manuals are great for setting
up the machine and learning the components of the machines. Manuals
that are available for the Victor Victrola machines are for the VIII,
IX, X, XI, XIV, 100, 210, 280, 410, electric Orthophonic players,
and spring-wound Orthophonic players. If interested in
any of the manuals, feel free to ask. The average size of each manual
is 20 to 28 pages. Victrola Sales Catalog 1923:
This is a reprint of Victrola's original sales catalog in 1923. In
this catalog, you'll see all the machines that the Victor Company
still had to offer in 1923. You'll see pictures as well as descriptions
and prices of each model they were selling. These machines range from
the Victrola IV and VI, all the way to the ornate Victrolas 405 and
410. It lists a total of 26 machines as well a nice foreword about
the Victrola Company. Victor Automatic Brake Instructions:
Do you need help working the Automatic brake on your Victola? If so,
you may be interested in buying this instruction "card." This card
measures 4" by 8" and shows two diagrams on working the brake. Each
picture comes with detailed instructions. Brunswick Ultona: This manual
would help in operation and setting up your Brunswick Ultona machine.
Silvertone: If you have a Silvertone
phonograph, this manual will be the one you'll want. It's a reprint
of the original manual sold with the phonograph by the Sears Company. Parts of Edison Phonographs: This catalog is a great reprint of the original issued in 1910. It has a complete parts breakdown of the most common Edison machines: Gem, Standard, Fireside, Home, Triumph, etc. It also has pictures as well as each part listed out by product number. Anybody fascinated by Edison cylinder players should have this manual in their collection. 30 pages Price: $12.50 Edison Home Phonograph: Directions
for setting up and operating an Edison Home cylinder phonograph. Includes
an index and diagragm of the machine as well as general information
of handling cylinders and adjustment of speed. Edison Standard Phonograph:
Directions for setting up and operating an Edison Standard cylinder
phonograph. Includes a diagragm of each part of the motor as well
as the topworks. Labels each parts name with a corresponding number
so that it is easily identifiable Combination Attachment for Edison
Standard Phonograph: Directions for installation of a combination
attachment for the Edison Standard phonograph. Includes a diagragm
of all the parts that make up the attachment as well as detailed instructions
to play the four minute cylinders as well as the two minute cylinders. Edison Amberola Phonograph (model
30): A nice manual that gives instructions for unpacking, setting
up, and operating the Edison Amberola phonographs. It details everything
from oiling, playing the machine, general information and adjusting
the speed. Edison Triumph Phonograph:
Manual for setting up and operating the Edison Triumph phonograph.
A manual is also available for the Triumph model D combination type.
Please specify which you would like. Edison Fireside Phonograph:
This manual is specifically for the Edison Fireside model A combination
type. It will give you general information on the machine as well
as tips for setting it up, operating it, and keeping it adjusted.
Also contains a nice diagragm of each part and gear that makes up
the topworks and the motor. Edison Gem Phonograph: If you
are looking for a manual for your Edison Gem phonograph, this is what
you need. It has complete details on all aspects of the machine...
index of parts, how to operate, adjustment of speed, and general information
that everyone should know. A nice manual to have for your phonograph. Sonora Operator's Manual: Sonora
made a good number of models: two of which we have manuals
for. If you own a Sonora Nocturne or a Sonora Baby Grand, these manuals
would be for you. Each type of manual goes over each aspect of owning
a phonograph. It describes how to operate the phonograph as well how
to care for it. These 15 page catalogs should go over every questions
that you may have. The good thing about these manuals is that they
aren't about the Sonora phonographs in general, they are specific
reprints of the Nocturne or the Baby Grand manuals. If you have any
questions that aren't answered by these, we'd be happy to help you
with them. How To Make Phonograph Records:
A nice manual to aid you in the making of a recording cylinder. It
details all of the steps to recording. It tells of how to do it properly
when recording vocal or talking records as well as when using certain
instruments popular at the time. Grand Busy Bee Manual: This
isn't exactly a manual but more an information card on using the machine.
It measures about 4" by 8" and contains ten steps to playing and caring
for your Grand Busy Bee phonograph. These are reprints of original
cards sold by the O'neil and James Company of Chicago, IL. Columbia Q and QQ Graphophones:
This manual gives all the directions for operating the Q or the QQ
gramophones. Details all information for playing a cylinder, recording
a cylinder, and keeping the machine adjusted and oiled properly. It
also lists all the locations for the Columbia Phonograph Company around
the United States and around the world. |
