Question on theStandard Model A

[Torjazzer]

I know this was a Columbia-made machine and that it had specific platter for playing Standard discs. Was there an optional platter to fit regular-spindle records? Was there an after-market platter offered?

A Standard-A was one of my earliest buys, so forgive me the following: I carefully ground off the top portion of its fat spindle, so that a Standard Record could sit on the turntable with a "regular" 78 on top. An extra-thick rubber turntable mat serves as a SR, too.

So, you created a step-up spindle. I recall reading somewhere about how someone was able to fabricate a step-up cap to fit over the original spindle. Interesting. Thanks for the input.

[gramophone-georg]

I remember, just to change the big spindle that hold the turntable for the Stanard big hole record to a regular Columbia spindle for regular 78rpm. that spindle gear is interchangeable It was long time ago, I forgot what is the model of the table top Colunbia, that have a compatible gear, though I still have the Standard Model A.

What are your thoughts on the quality of the Standard A? Is it a good machine?

I think they're a GREAT little machine!