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I have an amberola 1B that I want to sell. It would need to be a "pickup only", in the Asheville, NC area) because shipping would probably be too expensive to make it worthwhile.

I will post pictures later this evening if anyone is interested.

I would describe the machine as being a good machine for someone who wants a good playing phonograph and one that is a pretty hard to come by model. The cosmetic condition is not very good at all; but it plays nicely. The motor is very quiet, all original, and the reproducer has just been restored by Steve Medved.

The story is as follows:

I bought an amberola 1A at auction last year. When I got it I found that it had a 1B mechanism in it. So, I eventually found a 1A mechanism and pieced together the parts I needed to get my 1A restored.

Then, I located a 1B case, but the case was in poor condition. I had to rebuild the drawers and completely clean the case up. The veneer was very warped and wrinkled; but, I did not replace it. I just left it wrinkled, cleaned it, and put a new clear coat over it. I think it is a reasonable job; but, far from what would need to be done to make this a real showpiece.

I also include a second 1B mechanism (in running and very quiet condition).

I will be happy to answer any questions I can.

thanks!

Sorry for the sideways images, I guess I had the camera sideways when I took the pictures.

It can be shipped if someone wants to pay the freight.

http://www.vintagetransport.com/

Pictures are now posted. The price I listed includes a second amberola B1 mechanism that also works nicely.

thanks,