{"product_id":"gramofono-columbia-grafonola-circa-1918-1922-pieza-original-funcionando-en-mueble-de-roble","title":"Columbia Grafonola Phonograph (circa 1918–1922) – Original working piece in oak cabinet","description":"\n\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eThis Columbia Grafonola gramophone, manufactured between 1918 and 1922, is an original piece that reflects one of the most significant moments in the evolution of domestic sound reproduction. Produced by the Columbia Graphophone Company, it represents the transition to a more integrated and elegant design within the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eUnlike early gramophones with external horns, this model incorporates an internal acoustic horn, giving it a more refined and balanced aesthetic. This approach, characteristic of the Grafonola line, sought to adapt these devices to the bourgeois interiors of the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eThe item was distributed in the British market by T. Knight \u0026amp; Sons (Leek, England) and retains original elements such as the gold logo on the inside of the lid, the nickel-plated acoustic arm, and the manual speed regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eThe cabinet is made of solid oak stained in a dark tone, with a well-defined natural grain and sober lines that allow it to integrate into both classic and contemporary spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eOperation is completely mechanical, via a side winding system, requiring no electricity. It plays 78 rpm (shellac) records, offering an authentic sound experience, true to the technology of its time. The mechanism has been checked and is working correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eThe original box of Columbia \"Brilliant\" needles is included, a detail especially appreciated by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eThe record shown in the images is not included. Compatible original records can be found in our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eIt is recommended not to use modern vinyl records (33 or 45 rpm), as they are not compatible with this type of gramophone and could be damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2215\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBeyond its functional value, it is a historical piece with great aesthetic presence, ideal for collectors, lovers of analog sound, or as a decorative element with character and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information about this gramophone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory of the Columbia Grafonola gramophone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColumbia Grafonola gramophones represent one of the most important stages in the evolution of domestic sound in the early 20th century. Compared to models with external horns, these devices introduced a more integrated design, with an internal acoustic horn, designed to adapt to home interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by the Columbia Graphophone Company, they competed directly with Victrola models, becoming one of the most popular options in Europe and the United States during the 1910s and 1920s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is an antique gramophone?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gramophone is a mechanical device designed to reproduce sound from recorded discs. Antique models, such as the Columbia Grafonola, operate without electricity using a winding system that drives an internal mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese devices were the precursors of modern record players and represent one of the first forms of home music reproduction, being highly valued today for both their historical importance and their decorative value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow a wind-up gramophone works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operation of a mechanical gramophone is based on a winding system that drives an internal motor. This mechanism allows the record to rotate at a constant speed, while the needle traces the groove, generating vibrations that are acoustically amplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike modern record players, these devices do not use electricity, which gives them a unique and completely analog character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse and preservation of 78 rpm records\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of gramophone is designed exclusively for 78 rpm records, also known as shellac or slate records. It is important to use appropriate needles and change them regularly to avoid record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of modern vinyl records (33 or 45 rpm) is not recommended, as they are not compatible with this system and can be damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis working antique gramophone is an authentic example of early 20th-century sound technology, ideal for both collecting and vintage decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo fully enjoy this type of player, you can find \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artegacy.com\/producto\/coleccion-de-discos-de-goma-laca-varios-artistas-1935-1954\/\"\u003eoriginal vintage 78 rpm records\u003c\/a\u003e that are compatible, carefully selected for their historical and sonic value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artegacy: Tienda Online Decoración Vintage | Antigüedades | Muebles Vintage | Arte | Artesanía | Joyería de Autor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57389977665880,"sku":"25018-ANT-GRA-COL","price":568.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/9552\/7256\/files\/IMG_7951-scaled-e1776686931862.jpg?v=1779990092","url":"https:\/\/artegacy.com\/en\/products\/gramofono-columbia-grafonola-circa-1918-1922-pieza-original-funcionando-en-mueble-de-roble","provider":"Artegacy: Tienda Online Decoración Vintage | Antigüedades | Muebles Vintage | Arte | Artesanía | Joyería de Autor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}