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Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2022 10:10 am
by apruizii
I just picked up this beautiful model T Brunswick phonograph. It has the dual diaphragm Ultona reproducer for playing the three types of records: 78 RPM shellac, Edison Diamond Disc, and Pathé. It's the first model T I have owned. Is this a rare model? I would appreciate any additional historical information about this machine.
AR
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2022 10:57 am
by gunnarthefeisty
Not extremely rare but they are somewhat scarce. They're higher end machines. Later than cabinets were made into P-3 Panatropes.
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2022 10:34 am
by Django
I can’t say if it is rare, but it is a nice, attractive and versatile high end machine and a nice find. My Brunswick gets played often. It’s hard to beat a Brunswick or a Sonora.
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2022 11:52 pm
by apruizii
Thanks for the replies. It's a keeper for now. Someone even put wheels on it, so it's easy to move around.
AR
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 12:16 pm
by Benjamin_L
The model T (Tudor) was introduced to the Brunswick lineup in January of 1923, staying relatively unchanged till 1925 when it was transitioned into a Panatrope model. Yours still has the Pathé insert so it dates between 1923-1924. For the last version of the ultona sometime between 1924-1925 they removed it.
It was one of only handful of Brunswick model's that didn't get its price dramatically cut in 1925 in preparation for the Panatrope. (Suggesting it was a fairly popular model.)
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 12:46 pm
by gunnarthefeisty
Benjamin_L wrote: Tue Apr 12, 2022 12:16 pm
The model T (Tudor) was introduced to the Brunswick lineup in January of 1923, staying relatively unchanged till 1925 when it was transitioned into a Panatrope model. Yours still has the Pathé insert so it dates between 1923-1924. For the last version of the ultona sometime between 1924-1925 they removed it.
It was one of only handful of Brunswick model's that didn't get its price dramatically cut in 1925 in expectation for the Panatrope. (Suggesting it was a fairly popular model.)
Production was cut for the Panatrope- the cabinet was used for one of the P-3 models.
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 1:08 pm
by Benjamin_L
gunnarthefeisty wrote: Tue Apr 12, 2022 12:46 pm
Production was cut for the Panatrope- the cabinet was used for one of the P-3 models.
Wakeman's book adds that all remaining cabinets were transitioned into P-3, but the cabinet design was still listed as the Tudor. When all the P-3 Tudors were sold into 1926 the model was cut, but you're right that likely no more cabinets were made for it after 1925.
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https://worldradiohistory.com/hd2/IDX-B ... 20tudor%22)
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 1:16 pm
by Granby
That is a nice period console phonograph.... great find! It presents well in its current form and has the original record albums. Congratulations!
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 6:45 pm
by gunnarthefeisty
Benjamin_L wrote: Tue Apr 12, 2022 1:08 pm
gunnarthefeisty wrote: Tue Apr 12, 2022 12:46 pm
Production was cut for the Panatrope- the cabinet was used for one of the P-3 models.
Wakeman's book adds that all remaining cabinets were transitioned into P-3, but the cabinet design was still listed as the Tudor. When all the P-3 Tudors were sold into 1926 the model was cut, but you're right that likely no more cabinets were made for it after 1925.
(
https://worldradiohistory.com/hd2/IDX-B ... 20tudor%22)
I will be getting a closer look at the P-3 Tudor one of these days.
Re: Brunswick Model T Phonograph
Posted: Tue Apr 12, 2022 7:25 pm
by Skihawx
I've seen the P-3 models with the on/off switch where the crank hole was located. But I can't imagine Brunswick running the power cord out the side. It is way to high and to obvious. Maybe we will never know. I know Victor offered crank motors to replace electric motors in fielded VE 8-35's. Maybe Brunswick offered dealers electric motors to sell these outdated instruments.