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An excellent example of a Victrola IX in its very earliest form from 1911. Original finish in very good condition. Original turntable felt and lid bumpers. This early version uses a modified Victor III motor which winds smoothly and runs nice and quiet. Bullet brake. Early style tonearm. This machine was completely untouched when I bought it. I rebuilt the reproducer because it was buzzing badly. I conservatively cleaned the cabinet and I lubed the motor. I just noticed that I haven't even cleaned the knobs. I appreciate machines in very good original condition and I hope you do, too. I've had this machine for years because it's such a good example but I've realized that I can't just keep buying--I have to thin my collection. Asking $500. If you can give this a good home post reply with "SOLD!" or PM with interest. I can deliver to the APS Show in Buena Park, August 18-19. Otherwise, pickup from Riverside, Southern California. I'd rather not ship. Thanks.

That’s only the second Victrola IX I’ve seen with bullet brake in 40 plus years of collecting.

Jerry Blais

Very nice!!! Please post a picture of the ID plate with the serial number.

Thanks guys.

I can't believe I forgot to get a photo of the tag. It's got tarnish/aging that makes it a little hard to read. I'm tempted to clean it up but I like this thing as found. It's serial number 5662.

YUGE PRICE DROP: NOW $375 (only if picked up at the APS show Saturday.)

I would like this to be appreciated by someone in the collecting community. If I list it on eBay God only knows where it might end up!


Will consider partial trade for an Edison Model H reproducer with good stylus.