The Zonophone held an important place in the history of recorded sound. It was developed in 1899 as an alternative to Berliner's Gramophone, which until then had held a monopoly in the disc talking machine field. In fact, the smooth-running little spring motor developed by Zonophone was much better than the Berliner motor for which Eldridge R. Johnson has received such fame. With that propitious beginning, the Zonophone continued forward, through the first decade of the 20th century -- and beyond if you include the life of the record label that lasted through the 1960s. The Zonophone "Parlor" offers great quality sound, largely due to the big, beautiful flower horn. We have meticulously restored the original horn using the exact same artistic motif as original. The "morning glory" effect of graduated color is something no one else in this field has ever been able to accurately replicate.
What best characterizes a Zonophone? Stunning cabinetry, for one thing. The "wedding cake" molding lends elegance and style.
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The Zonophone "Parlor" -- diminutive, delightful, adorable -- a special feast for the eye. Scintillating blue horn. And it plays loud and clear.Price: $1350.00 US, plus shipping and handling. (NY State residents must pay sales tax, if applicable.)
E-mail: phonotim@gmail.com
Telephone: 585-244-5546
US Post: PHONOPHAN
PO Box 747
Henrietta, NY 14467 USA