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One doesn't see Edison Long Play phonographs for sale very often. This is the first time I can recollect seeing the simplest of the Long Play models (a 1-C) for sale. Given its condition as shown in the one photo provided, it's definitely in less than "good" condition; it has numerous scratches and tears, and the applied grille work is all gone (having left only a fade mark). One can't tell if the long play mechanism is in place, nor what the condition of the reproducer is (it looks like the original Edisonic). Given all that, $300 is too much.

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STILL, it would be great if someone could negotiate this down and take it on as a restoration project. If I lived closer and could get it for $100, I'd buy it--which just shows how strangely fixated I am on the Edison long play experiment.

Ralph

Given the seller's 0 feedback, I'd want to check this in person.
Harvey Kravitz

Admittedly, a gamble. I've just now noticed the second reproducer lurking down in the horn compartment. It would probably be worth $150 alone for the reproducers (if equipped with original styli) and the gear-change mechanism with switches. One could get it and debate whether to restore now or later.

If anyone lives near that part of PA and plans on going to the Union show (and has space in their van), pick it up for me and I'll pay you a fee plus your gas. If anyone says yes, I'll contact the seller and offer a lower bid.

The more I think about it, I think this machine does have merit for its reproducers and long-play components.

The reproducer mounted to the horn is an Edisonic, judging by the larger weight. The one shown in the cabinet is probably a Long Play, because there is a smudge in the photo right where the word "LONG" should be engraved on the head.

The long play mech is certainly there; the long play consoles were never shipped without those parts installed (AFAIK).

I agree; the grainy photo is revealing more details on second/third glance; yes, that is no doubt the LP reproducer.

The machine actually might merit the $300 on the basis of the Edisonic reproducer, the LP reproducer, the likelihood of good styli, and the LP gearing and switch. Those could be easily removed and still not trash the cabinet. When I bought the various components so that I could equip my Schubert Edisonic with the LP capability I spent well over $500 for the LP mechanism/switch and an LP reproducer.

I'm now inclined to bid the $300 if anyone around Philly steps up to drive it to the Union show for me (again, would pay a fee and gas). If anyone beats me to that bid, it's all fair; no hard feelings. My main hope is that SOMEONE on this forum buys this machine.

Well, after sending this seller an e-mail asking for more information, I never heard from him...and now I see he's pulled the item from sale.

So, fans of the wacky and wonderful world of Edison Long Play (whether current addicts or those seeking their first fix), this baby's gone. Probably just as well as she looked like a real beater.

I'll continue to keep an eye open for the LP phonos and components.

Ralph