Wind the Gramophone up fully, it should play a complete record side without slowing down or stopping, if it slows down this usually indicates a weak mainspring (s) or the grease around the mainspring (s) has become sticky and congealed over the decades. The mainspring (s) will need re-greasing or at worst a new spring.
How much does it cost to repair a gramophone?
– The Gramophone Guru Service, repair or renovate? A full service for a typical portable (or ‘picnic’) gramophone is £70.00. This includes:- thoroughly cleaning all the old grease and dust from the working parts and mating surfaces
What can we do for your Victrola or gramophone?
We specialize in repairing and restoring antique Victrolas and Gramophones. From repairing/replacing springs, stocking or locating hard-to-find parts, or restoring wood, we can help breath new life into your antique players.
Where can I get help with my Gramophone?
If Gramophones are your thing, The Gramophone Guru may be the help that you need. Tim Weeks, the Gramophone Guru, has over 30 years of repairing and refurbis... If Gramophones are your thing, The Gramophone Guru may be the help that you need. Tim Weeks, the Gramophone Guru, has over 30 years of repairing and refurbis...
How many cranks does the Gramophone Doctor have?
All size governor springs and weights on hand. 80 Cranks – male and female. The Gramophone Doctor’s assistant, John Wright John has been a long time friend and lives 10 minutes from him. He’s the man with all the tools and knows how to use them. Brian hires him for the following jobs: Repair gears that have come loose from the shaft.
Can you over wind a gramophone?
The Answer is "NO". Wind-Up Gramophones usually have a speed control; the turntable speed might be reduced to about 70 rpm. Even with modification to the motor speed Governor inside the Gramophone, a speed of 33 or 45 rpm required for vinyl records is not possible.
How does a wind up gramophone work?
The sound energy from your voice makes a diaphragm (like a mini drumskin) vibrate, pushing a needle (2) back and forth and cutting a groove into some metal foil wrapped around a cylinder (3), which is slowly turned by a clockwork (wind-up) motor. Playback runs this process in reverse.
When should I change my gramophone needle?
When does a turntable stylus need to be replaced? Most manufacturers recommend changing your stylus at around 1000 hours of record playing time. So if you're using your turntable for an hour or so per day on average, ideally you should be changing the stylus every couple of years.
How does the needle on a gramophone work?
The Gramophone Player The record is turned at a fairly constant speed by a spring-driven motor. As the record turns, the grooves make the needle vibrate back and forth. These vibrations are transmitted to the diaphragm, which itself vibrates, creating sound. That sound is then channeled out of the horn into the room.
Are gramophones still made?
Gramophones are still being manufactured in the country but they are of inferior quality.
How old are wind up gramophone?
Thomas A. Edison invented the first talking machine in 1877.
How do you sharpen a gramophone needle?
0:412:29How To Sharpen A Used Gramophone Needles - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo my tools here is just a ordinary electric drill sandpaper with a course of 120 and a wood I'veMoreSo my tools here is just a ordinary electric drill sandpaper with a course of 120 and a wood I've just mounted the needle in my electric drill you have some tips here proper way of sharpening.
How many times can you use a gramophone needle?
The needle controls the volume and can affect the working of the motor. Changing to a new needle frequently is essential. It is best to change the needle for each new side played, but you may get away with two or three playings before real damage is done.
How do I know if my record player needle is broken?
First, check to see if it's crooked or otherwise misshapen. Even if you can't see any distortion, you might notice that the stylus is actually skipping or jumping out of the record grooves when it's playing. If that's happening, your stylus needs replacing.
How do you clean a gramophone?
Get a hold of a vinyl brush, which you'll be able to find at most record stores. Like cleaning your turntable, start in the center and then brush outwards in a circular motion. Once again, you can dampen an anti-static cloth with rubbing alcohol for deeper cleaning.
Can you play normal records on a gramophone?
Don't play vinyl on a gramophone as it will damage it. The groove and needle are a different shape to modern records which require a modern stylus and a lightweight tonearm.
How can you spot a fake gramophone?
0:198:55The Gramophone Guru: Spotting a fake - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNow most obvious difference is that the fake has a shiny brass horn whereas. The real one is tinMoreNow most obvious difference is that the fake has a shiny brass horn whereas. The real one is tin plated steel painted.
Can you play normal records on a gramophone?
Don't play vinyl on a gramophone as it will damage it. The groove and needle are a different shape to modern records which require a modern stylus and a lightweight tonearm.
How do wax cylinder recordings work?
When a handle is turned, the cylinder rotates and also moves very slowly along. The stylus pushes into the wax and, when the cylinder is rotated, cuts a groove. The stylus also moves up and down very slightly as it vibrates with the sound and so the wax now contains a recording of the sound in the groove.
How do you run a gramophone?
1:135:03How To Use A Record Player & Tricks You Can Do! - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe safety lock first then pull the lever next to it so it goes up. This will be releasing theMoreThe safety lock first then pull the lever next to it so it goes up. This will be releasing the needle for you to move side-to-side with your hands.
What's the difference between a gramophone and a phonograph?
Gramophone: Any sound-recording device, or device for playing previously-recorded sounds, especially if it uses a flat spinning disk. Phonograph: Any sound-recording device, or device for playing previously-recorded sounds, especially if it uses a spinning cylinder.
Service
A full service for a typical portable (or ‘picnic’) gramophone is £70.00. This includes:-
Repair
If it turns out that the machine needs a new spring that will, unfortunately, increase the cost by £35.00. There are some simple tests you can do at home to determine whether your spring is broken.
Premium Renovation Service
As well as servicing your machine to put it into full working order and renovating it to stabilise any obvious structural problems, I can now offer a premium renovation service.
Who is the Gramophone Doctor's assistant?
The Gramophone Doctor’s assistant, John Wright. John has been a long time friend and lives 10 minutes from him. He’s the man with all the tools and knows how to use them. Brian hires him for the following jobs: To do work on his metal lathe; Press off and install worn gears; Make parts that are not available;
How many feet of phonograph is Brian Nix?
Brian Nix, has more than 125 feet of phonograph and gramophone parts!
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