Discovering Antique Phonographs by Timothy C. Fabrizio (2000, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-100764310488
ISBN-139780764310485
eBay Product ID (ePID)1982931

Product Key Features

Book TitleDiscovering Antique Phonographs
Number of Pages244 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2000
TopicRecording & Reproduction, Electronics / General
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic, Technology & Engineering
AuthorTimothy C. Fabrizio
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height8.9 in
Item Weight57.7 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN99-054435
Dewey Edition21
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal621.389/33/075
SynopsisOut of attics and barns, out from under the dust of a century, out of collections far and wide come these spectacular survivors of the phonograph's early years. In 1996, the authors began writing a history of recorded sound. After two successful books, they have continued traveling, researching and documenting these wonderful machines. Few could have imagined how much remained to be discovered! Out of these further explorations, this gorgeous new book has come to life-illustrating entirely different talking machines. Through over 400 beautiful color illustrations, follow the progress of the acoustic talking machine from its crude beginnings in the 1870s to its most splendid and sophisticated heights in the early 20th century. An unparalleled archive of rare, fascinating, and previously undocumented objects has been assembled. The story behind the beautiful, bright machinery is told through clear and insightful descriptions, revealing many previously unpublished facts. A value guide will further enlighten the collector on the modern marketplace. Be ready to embark on an astounding journey. Prepare to discover the incredible variety and endearing charm of the antique phonograph.unding journey. Prepare to discover the incredible variety and endearing charm of the antique phonograph., Out of attics and barns, out from under the dust of a century, out of collections far and wide come these spectacular survivors of the phonograph's early years. In 1996, the authors began writing a history of recorded sound. After two successful books, they have continued traveling, researching and documenting these wonderful machines. Few could have imagined how much remained to be discovered Out of these further explorations, this gorgeous new book has come to life-illustrating entirely different talking machines. Through over 400 beautiful color illustrations, follow the progress of the acoustic talking machine from its crude beginnings in the 1870s to its most splendid and sophisticated heights in the early 20th century. An unparalleled archive of rare, fascinating, and previously undocumented objects has been assembled. The story behind the beautiful, bright machinery is told through clear and insightful descriptions, revealing many previously unpublished facts. A value guide will further enlighten the collector on the modern marketplace. Be ready to embark on an astounding journey. Prepare to discover the incredible variety and endearing charm of the antique phonograph.unding journey. Prepare to discover the incredible variety and endearing charm of the antique phonograph.
LC Classification NumberTS2301.P3F299 2000
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