Odd Reproducer

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miker2001
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Odd Reproducer

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I found this on eBay. I could not find any markings on it. It is quite large and weighs nearly a pound. I don't understand the counterweight and lever on it either. Anyone know what it is? Why the side weight?
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Re: Odd Reproducer

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This looks like a reproducer that could have been originally used on an Oro-Tone lateal adapter. Someone mounted the counterweight for better tracking, most likely.
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Re: Odd Reproducer

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Actually, I believe that this may have been part of an Oro-Tone home recording outfit.

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Re: Odd Reproducer

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I weighed the reproducer and it is 15 ounces. I would be afraid to use it as a reproducer. It would cut up records. Thanks for the replies!

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