Re: [ARSCLIST] Convert Edison Standard Phonograph to 4-minute?

[Robert J Hodge <rjhodge@xxxxxxx>]

Hello Sammy,

Wyatt's Musical Americana in California or Tim Fabrizio in Rochester
will have all the parts you need to perform the conversion. You will
need only a couple of sizes of small screwdrivers and some mechanical
ability to install the parts. 

There are no holes to drill and everything is reversible to convert it
back to a 2 minute machine if you ever want to. 

Make sure you get gearing which isn't worn. I don't know of anyone who
is making all new gearing. 

Best !


Bob Hodge

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Subject: [ARSCLIST] Convert Edison Standard Phonograph to 4-minute?

I have had an Edison Standard Phonograph for several years with only the
ability to play 2-minute cylinders.  Is it possible to convert the
machine
to play 4-minute cylinders?  I know these kits were sold when 4-minute
records were introduced, but is there anything available today?  

No need to suggest a Model H reproducer; I play cylinders with the ACT
Reproducer.  It has cartridges for both 2-minute and 4-minute records.

Thanks,
Sammy Jones