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If space is a consideration at all, the 30 has quite a small footprint. I have mine on a small table that's intended to hold a potted plant or a small lamp. Compare that to my 50, which takes up most of an end table by itself.
My impression is that the 50 is a bit louder, but I've never done any real side-by-side comparison.
One thing I find to be better on the 50 is the quality of the cabinet. The 30 is prone to veneer damage and/or loss on the lid. I don't think I've ever seen a 50 with that kind of problem.
Amberolas and such
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Andersun
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Re: Amberolas and such
George, thanks for the correction. I have worked on both machines and never noticed the difference!phonogfp wrote:The Amberola 50 does have 2 mainsprings, while the 30 has 1. Other than that and cabinet size, they're pretty much the same machine.
OK.......If you live in a nice mansion like George, go with the 50. If you live in a little cave condo like me, go with the 30.
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phonogfp
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Re: Amberolas and such
Andersun wrote: OK.......If you live in a nice mansion like George, go with the 50. If you live in a little cave condo like me, go with the 30.
We collectors are like goldfish - - we just grow to fit the bowl we're in. There's never enough room!
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FloridaClay
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Re: Amberolas and such
Ain't it the truth. As time goes by I spend more and more time trying to figure out where there is a space where I can possibly squeeze in that "just one more"!phonogfp wrote:We collectors are like goldfish - - we just grow to fit the bowl we're in. There's never enough room!
George P.
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1. Space will expand to accommodate an infinite number of possessions, regardless of their size.
2. Shortage of finance, however dire, will never prevent the acquisition of a desired object, however improbable its cost.
1. Space will expand to accommodate an infinite number of possessions, regardless of their size.
2. Shortage of finance, however dire, will never prevent the acquisition of a desired object, however improbable its cost.
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gregbogantz
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Re: Amberolas and such
Thanks for the mention, Bruce. Yes, I make a replacement diaphragm and link assembly for the Edison Diamond amberola reproducers. The same design will fit the Diamond A, B, C, and probably D models. I also have designs for the Diamond Disc reproducers (all variations) and for the models L, M, and O reproducers. You can hear my diaphragms in some of Valecnik's YouTube videos. PM me if you want more information.
Collecting moss, radios and phonos in the mountains of WNC.
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ImperialGuardsman
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Re: Amberolas and such
Thanks for all the replies! Now I just need to get one at a good price, though I imagine I would prefer a Diamond Disc machine.
ImperialGuardsman
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OTAPS (Oregon Territory Antique Phonograph Society) Member
~Also a member of Suscipe Domine and The High Road forums~