Interesting Machines at the APS Midwest Expo

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I thought this years Midwest Expo was the best yet. Here's an example of some of the machines that I found interesting.

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Great choices Jerry. Did you ever hear a price quoted for the Junior Monarch on the stand?

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Yes, that Monarch is a beauty for sure!
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There was a 1917 Columbia Disc (I forgot what model) with a red petaled horn that was absolutely beautiful- even had a repeater mechanism on it as well.
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Great choices Jerry. Did you ever hear a price quoted for the Junior Monarch on the stand?
Someone please correct me but I believe it was around $14,000.

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More photos...

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That Amberola 75 was only $275 and the Grafonola Elite was only $200. I don't believe either one sold!

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The polyphones at the show were super cool to see.
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