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Hi Guys,
I just bought a really nice (One family owned) mahogany, Edison Diamond Disc Phonograph model A-80. I paid $75 for it on my local Facebook Marketplace not realizing at the time that it appears to be a fairly scarce model? Info online is minimal so I figured I would ask you guys.
Nothing I've found covers things like serial & production numbers, owners manuals, etc. One thing I can vouch for is that this beast is HEAVY. Mine is # SM 2514.
Any info will be greatly appreciated.
Erich
Info on Edison DD Model A-80?
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Re: Info on Edison DD Model A-80?
Nice! I have an A-80 too (SN about 1864, iirc); though it needs the 'motorboard' panels.
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Re: Info on Edison DD Model A-80?
An article on the Edison A/B-80 appeared in the December 2008 issue of the APS magazine. In addition to pictured differences, it included general serial number ranges.
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Re: Info on Edison DD Model A-80?
George, is it possible to obtain back issues?phonogfp wrote: Mon Jul 29, 2024 10:12 am An article on the Edison A/B-80 appeared in the December 2008 issue of the APS magazine. In addition to pictured differences, it included general serial number ranges.
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Re: Info on Edison DD Model A-80?
I believe some back issues are available in hard copy. Also, APS members have online access to all back issues.pughphonos wrote: Mon Jul 29, 2024 10:28 pmGeorge, is it possible to obtain back issues?phonogfp wrote: Mon Jul 29, 2024 10:12 am An article on the Edison A/B-80 appeared in the December 2008 issue of the APS magazine. In addition to pictured differences, it included general serial number ranges.
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