Early Zonophone Type "A"

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Early Zonophone Type "A"

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I finally found the time to detail out a wonderful little Zonophone Type “A” which I was privileged to purchase from Bill Kocher last June at Union. It’s a very early machine, serial #2096, and has the unique oval cross-section tone arm. I believe it’s the same machine pictured on page 92 of “The Talking Machine an Illustrated Compendium” by Tim Fabrizio & George Paul.

Cheers, Bob S.
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That one's a beauty, Bob! :)

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WOW!! I should have put on some sunglasses to look at it. Nice job :D

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Very impressive. A real beauty. Jerry B.

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Bob,
You always do such great work! This is a fabulous machine!

Congratulations, looking forward to seeing you at UNION!

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Bob,

As I have said to anybody who will listen, you are The Best at restoring a machine while preserving it's originality. This is no exception.

Keep up the good work,

Raphael

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Bob,

I am impressed by the beauty of this Zonophone, the restoration was exquisite, incredible indeed.
I'm in love with Zonophone, that's eye candy.

Andreas

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Bob,

Nothing to add.
Just beautiful!

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Gorgeous!!!

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