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Victor VI – Luxury Gramophone with Condon AutostopEntry/Object ID
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Victor VI – Luxury Gramophone with Condon Autostop
Manufactured from 1904 by the Victor Talking Machine Co., Camden, New Jersey (USA)
Type: Shellac disc player with external wooden horn
Special features: Triple-spring motor, gold-plated fittings, mahogany cabinet, Condon autostop
The Flagship of Early Victor Machines
The Victor VI was the top model among the early external horn gramophones produced by the renowned Victor Talking Machine Company. Introduced in 1904, this machine represented the pinnacle of craftsmanship and technical innovation in early disc players.
It featured a finely crafted cabinet made of solid mahogany, adorned with gold-plated metal hardware and powered by a powerful triple-spring motor.
At the time, the Victor Talking Machine Co. was the leading American manufacturer of gramophones – its products stood for exceptional sound quality, prestige, and innovation.
With Wooden Horn and Automatic Shutoff
This particular model is equipped with a rare, large wooden horn – an expensive alternative to the more common metal horns.
A special highlight is the retrofitted Condon Autostop, a clever accessory: as soon as the soundbox reaches the end of the record, the drive mechanism is automatically stopped – preserving the mainspring and extending the lifespan of the machine.
