FONOLA - Portable suitcase gramophone Gramophone
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Description from the seller
Fascinating Fonola portable phonograph, Italian production dating back to the 1920s–30s, a period of widespread mechanical sound reproduction systems before the advent of electronics.
The item presents in the classic briefcase configuration, designed for transport, with a covered external shell and a polished wooden interior. When opened, the complete system is revealed: turntable, metal acoustic tonearm, and integrated internal horn.
The distinctive feature is the manual-wind mechanism, perfectly representative of the era's technology: sound is amplified without electricity through a purely acoustic system.
Features:
Fonola brand clearly visible inside
Briefcase-style construction with original closures
Turntable for 78 rpm records
Polished metal acoustic tonearm
Integrated internal horn
Spring mechanism with manual winding
Manufacture: Italy, circa 1920s–30s
Conditions:
In good overall condition for its age.
Shows signs of use and wear consistent with a nearly centennial object. Mechanical parts present; operation should be checked/reviewed for optimal use (maintenance recommended).
Several 78 rpm shellac records (early 20th century)
Editorial box sets of classical music (e.g., Panorama di Musica Immortale, Festival di Musica Classico-Leggera)
Rigid albums/folders with illustrated covers
Loose records and mixed collections
Fascinating Fonola portable phonograph, Italian production dating back to the 1920s–30s, a period of widespread mechanical sound reproduction systems before the advent of electronics.
The item presents in the classic briefcase configuration, designed for transport, with a covered external shell and a polished wooden interior. When opened, the complete system is revealed: turntable, metal acoustic tonearm, and integrated internal horn.
The distinctive feature is the manual-wind mechanism, perfectly representative of the era's technology: sound is amplified without electricity through a purely acoustic system.
Features:
Fonola brand clearly visible inside
Briefcase-style construction with original closures
Turntable for 78 rpm records
Polished metal acoustic tonearm
Integrated internal horn
Spring mechanism with manual winding
Manufacture: Italy, circa 1920s–30s
Conditions:
In good overall condition for its age.
Shows signs of use and wear consistent with a nearly centennial object. Mechanical parts present; operation should be checked/reviewed for optimal use (maintenance recommended).
Several 78 rpm shellac records (early 20th century)
Editorial box sets of classical music (e.g., Panorama di Musica Immortale, Festival di Musica Classico-Leggera)
Rigid albums/folders with illustrated covers
Loose records and mixed collections
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
FONOLA
Model
Portable suitcase gramophone
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
+ Extra item (see description)
Weight
20 kg
Functional condition
Not tested
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