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I ran across this unusual floor model the other day and was curious about it and would like to learn more. The front of the case has a large harp design. It’s all complete but just needs some restoration. The company that did own this was owned and founded by Edward Ahmet. I will include photos and any information will be appreciated. Thanks! John

Edward Amet owned and founded the company which was located about 40 from Chicago

Is there any storage inside the cabinet? A very interesting design!

I don't remember off hand myself. It'ds in storage and I will find out. I just figured it being manufactured by "Amet", it should have more interest/vale than a lot of the other common machines. John

That horn is WILD. Very Time Tunnel ish.
Photo of the interior please.

This should probably be in the ‘Machines’ section, not Yankee Trader.

I see the cabinet measures 18" W X 22" D X 44" T (SEE -- https://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/ ... a9d479683a ) so it's a relatively compact design. It looks like it will be very attractive once it's restored: In addition to the stair-stepped horn, the side storage compartment for records (and placement of the lid-lock) is unusual: It should be a fun restoration project.

Looks magnificent! And it has a revolver tonearm with which you can play hill and dale as well!

I had a few minutes to scour the web and spotted this ad: FROM -- https://phonoart.com/Factola/PhonoPhons/PhonoPhons.htm (neat site!)

So, from what I can tell, the "horn" is designed to function as a resonator, vibrating in sympathy with sound waves sent through the tone chamber. I was trying to find a patent for it, but so far, no luck.

OrthoFan

OrthoFan wrote: Tue Jun 03, 2025 5:43 pm
So, from what I can tell, the "horn" is designed to function as a resonator, vibrating in sympathy with sound waves sent through the tone chamber.

OrthoFan

Advertising hype.