Suitcase Gramophone, 1934

Striking His Masters Voice suitcase gramophone made in France in 1934. This gramophone is model 102 and is in good condition and working order. The article boasts a fine compact design that became very popular at the time, with the outside covered by black material. The motor is stored into the suitcases lower box that can be closed with the top cover. When closed, the gramophone is small in size; the suitcases side handle lets the user carry it comfortably. It comes with the original record tray and has automatic start-up and stop system.Inside the cover we can see the famous His Masters Voice logo: the image of the dog Nipper listening to its deceased masters voice that comes from a gramophone horn. The original scene was painted by Francis Barraud, who in the late 19th century sold his work to the British Gramophone Company. The firm asked the painter to change the original phonograph for a gramophone of their own. Since then, His Masters Voice HMV has become one of the strongest record companies in the world.In this case, the logo is accompanied by the inscription La Voix de Son Maitre as the gramophone was made in France. The article keeps all its original pieces and component parts: from the reproducer that provides an excellent sound quality to the crank with black bakelite handle. On the back of the reproducer we can see the engraved market name, HIS MASTERS VOICE, and also the manufacturer companys name and address. The suitcase also preserves the original lock (in working order) and the fine metal reinforcements, in good condition.A good collection of antique records will not be complete without an original quality reproducer like this amazing His Masters Voice gramophone.Measurements (closed): Width: 16.1 in/41 cm. Height: 5.7 in/14.5 cm. Depth: 11.4 in/29 cm.