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I was reading a back issue of the Dec 2011 APS Journal. There was an excellent article about the early front mount Zonophones. I noticed a picture of a Model C which looks like my Model Home. What are the differences between the two? Is the Home simply a later version of the Model C? My Home has the same type of case with a Concert V reproducer, a Home decal in front and the Universal decal in back. On the bottom of the machine is a label with a 1903 date on it. If possible, I'd like to see a side by side picture to compare the two.
Harvey Kravitz

Harvey,

I'm glad you liked the article! Thanks for your kind words.

When the Universal Talking Machine Manufacturing Company revamped its line in late 1901/early 1902, the letter designations were dropped. The old Zonophone Type C became the Zonophone "Home." At first there were no differences other than the UTMMCo decal, but the V Concert sound box quickly became standard equipment. By 1905 the Zonophone "Home" had a new motor and was in a cabinet that looked very much like a Victor Z.

George P.

Guys, I recently purchased a Zonophone Home circa 1903. I would love to read that article. How might I get a back copy? Both of you got asked questions about my machine, and I really appreciate the help you both gave me.
Thanks again!
Matt

mattrx wrote:Guys, I recently purchased a Zonophone Home circa 1903. I would love to read that article. How might I get a back copy? Both of you got asked questions about my machine, and I really appreciate the help you both gave me.
Thanks again!
Matt

Matt,

The article in question covers only the National Gramophone Corporation years (1899-1901). These are the first years of the Zonophone.

Back issues of The Antique Phonograph and The Sound Box can be ordered here:

http://www.antiquephono.org/back-issues ... honograph/

George P.

Thanks!!

You're very welcome.

George P.