How much is a vintage Victrola worth?

Most Victrola (internal horn) models are still quite commonly found at estate sales and on EBay, with the average selling price in the $50 to $200 range for typical “attic-stored” machines.

Is Victrola really that bad?

The Victrola players that you can purchase for under $100 really aren’t that good of quality and you risk possibly damaging your records over time by using them. However, the older classic Victrolas or more expensive new ones are made with higher quality and should handle playing your records without any issue.

Are Victor Victrola records worth anything?

We are not record experts, and have no information on the value of records other than to say that 99% of 78 RPM Victor (and other brand) records are worth no more than $2.00 each in good condition, and many are worth less than that. That fact hurts a lot of people’s feelings, but it’s absolutely true.

How much did a Victrola cost in 1920?

In response, the company redesigned much of their phonograph lineup in the early 1920’s with scores of new models, including some horizontal console styles such as the VV-210 ($100.00) (picture at right) and the VV-300 ($250.00).

What are the most valuable Victrola records?

What Are Some General Prices I Should Expect?

• Rock n’ roll, blues, and jazz records produced from 1960 to 1970 are the most valuable.
• A “valuable record” can range anywhere from $500 to $3000.

Is Victrola a good brand?

Yes, they are. Their record players are very competitive and are known to have a lot of features combined with great design. Aside from that, their units also have great overall sound quality that can be difficult to find amongst other brands with the same price range as them.

Can Victrola play old records?

If that’s the case, then you should be aware that Victrola offers an 8-in-1 retro record player that not only plays cassettes but also offers AM/FM radio. This offers everything you could want from a record player, especially if you’re not only limited to vinyl.

Are Victrola records different?

The Victor-Victrola Page What kinds of records can I play on my Victor or Victrola? ANSWER: Victors and Victrolas will play any laterally-cut 78 RPM record. This would include most flat shellac records, with the exception of some early Edison and Pathe discs, which used a vertical cutting method.

How do you date a Victrola?

You may find a paper license sticker located on the back, the bottom or on an inside wall or underneath your Victor or Victrola photograph, depending on model (picture on right). This sticker has a veritable plethora of patent and copyright dates printed all over it.

What kind of cabinets did the Victor Victrola use?

Unlike previous tabletop phonographs, the Victrola was a large floor-standing machine. Victor did not have the production facilities to make a large floor cabinet at that time, so the Pooley Furniture Company of Philadelphia was contracted to produce a limited quantity of custom-designed cabinets for these machines.

What was the total production of the Victor Victrola?

It is important to note that Victor continued to manufacture external-horn machines up into the early 1920’s, although in rapidly diminishing numbers. Total production of external horn models in 1905 was more than 65,000 units; by 1912 it had dropped to 19,000 and it fell to just over 9,000 units in 1919.

How did the Victor Victrola improve sound quality?

Johnson (and his growing staff) made numerous improvements to the phonograph in those early years, including a tapered tonearm and new soundbox designs (both of which improved sound quality) and the production of quiet, stable-running spring motors. Records also became less noisy through improved manufacturing processes.

What kind of FM radio does Victrola have?

Whether it’s a retro FM radio with a rotary dial (with a Bluetooth connectivity mode to connect to a mobile device), a bedside clock FM radio, or a boombox with its own built-in cassette player and usb port, our timeless pieces are built for any music lover.