The Talking Machine Forum — For All Antique Phonographs & Recordings

Posted: **Sat Jan 31, 2015 2:25 pm**

Columbia Viva Tonal Portable Model 211A, made in the HMV factory, probably 1950's. Cloth covering is shot, painted metal parts have rust, the chrome tone arm is scratched from the holder. Now for the good points: smooth running motor and a decently designed small horn and internal reflector, reproducer has some pot metal issues but it plays well. Overall sound not at all bad, this could be a good machine to toss in the trunk. Will bring to the Wayne NJ show.

IF YOU PICK THIS UP AT THE WAYNE SHOW IT IS FREE

Posted: **Tue Feb 10, 2015 9:05 am**

(bump)

Posted: **Wed Feb 11, 2015 4:02 am**

another pm sent

Posted: **Thu Feb 12, 2015 1:48 pm**

Edisone, if you have a change of heart, please let me know. My brother needs a "new" portable. I'll be at Wayne.

Fran

Posted: **Thu Feb 12, 2015 2:02 pm**

I am presently holding this for someone to look at.

The Talking Machine Forum — For All Antique Phonographs & Recordings

ON HOLD: Columbia Viva Tonal Portable 211A - FREE at Wayne

ON HOLD: Columbia Viva Tonal Portable 211A - FREE at Wayne

Re: FOR SALE: Columbia Viva Tonal Portable 211A - FREE at Wa

Re: FOR SALE: Columbia Viva Tonal Portable 211A - FREE at Wa

Re: ON HOLD: Columbia Viva Tonal Portable 211A - FREE at Way

Re: ON HOLD: Columbia Viva Tonal Portable 211A - FREE at Way