Gramophone
HMV
Category
Musical instruments, devices and recordings
Date
1930 - 1939
Materials
Mahogany
Measurements
1000 x 460 x 490 mm
Collection
Polesden Lacey, Surrey
NT 1247460
Summary
1930s gramophone with turntable under lid and record cabinet below This gramophone plays 78s . It is an HMV Model 161. This model was manufactured between 1925 and 1934. It’s encased in mahogany and its original price was £30. 0, 0d. It’s equipped with an internal horn, amplifying tone arm, and double spring motor turning a 12 inch turntable fitted with automatic brake, speed regulator and indicator.
Provenance
Purchased by NT 2001-2003
Makers and roles
HMV, manufacturer