A properly cool, working portable suitcase gramophone with the original interior branding: Birch Model No. 30 (Boetsch Bros., New York). The black travel case opens to reveal the turntable, metal tonearm and soundbox, and it’s been tested and plays as it should. It’s the kind of piece that instantly sells the vibe in a drinks corner or study—very dark academia / speakeasy / old money styling—while still being a functional, hands-on bit of early audio history.
Condition-wise, expect honest age wear: scuffs and surface marks to the exterior case and general patina to the metalwork, all consistent with a vintage working example (see photos). Supplied with 3 records.
Measures 37 x 30 x 17 cm (14.6 x 11.8 x 6.7 in)
Condition-wise, expect honest age wear: scuffs and surface marks to the exterior case and general patina to the metalwork, all consistent with a vintage working example (see photos). Supplied with 3 records.
Measures 37 x 30 x 17 cm (14.6 x 11.8 x 6.7 in)