Edison Opera Phonograph - Model A, Type SM

• Manufacturer: Thomas A. Edison, Inc., Orange, N.J., USA.
• Model: Opera Type SM, Model A - a premium 4-minute cylinder phonograph.
• Serial Number: 816.
• Cabinet: Crafted from elegant Tiger Oak, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship.
• Provenance: Originally sold by W.G. Waltz Company, El Paso, Texas.

Historical Significance:

Renowned for its superior sound quality, the Edison Opera Phonograph was a technological marvel of its time. It featured a unique horn-reproducer assembly, producing minimal mechanical noise and delivering exceptional audio fidelity. Initially designed for 4-minute wax cylinders, it was later enhanced to play Blue Amberol celluloid cylinders with a diamond stylus.

Design and Features:

• Finish: Brown enamel top-plate with gilt lining and oxidized bronze fittings.
• Dimensions: Height 14 3/4 inches, base 18 inches x 12 3/4 inches; Weight: 42 pounds.
• Production End: 1913, making it a prized collector's item today.

Price and Accessories:

Originally priced at $90.00 in 1911 ($3,238.64 Adjusted for inflation), including an oil can brush. Its unique features and historical value have made it highly collectible in recent years.

Cylinder Collection Included (64+):

A diverse array of cylinders, including titles like 'A Lupita,' 'A Perfect Day,' 'Abide with Me,' 'Beautiful Isle of Somewhere,' and many more, encompassing a range of genres and eras.

1. A Lupita #22008
2. A Perfect Day # 1388
3. A Real Moving Picture of Life #2356
4. Abide with Me #2495
5. After the Roses Have Faded Away #2575
6. Aloha Sunset Land #3180
7. America (My Country Tis of Thee)
8. An Isle of Golden Dreams
9. Angels Serenade #1899
10. Back Home in Tennessee
11. Beautiful Isle of Somewhere #1742
12. Beautiful Ohio
13. Bell Solo from the Magic Flute
14. Bells of Christmas #2090
15. Chicken Reel #2347
16. Climbing up de Golden Stairs #2714
17. Columbia Exposition
18. Don't Bite the Hand Feeding You #2948
19. Down in the Old Cheer Orchard #9723-Tenor-Different Lid
20. Dreams my Naughty Sweetie Gives to Me
21. El Periquito 22032
22. Every Little Movement #2098
23. Garland of Old Fashioned Roses #7782
24. Goodbye Boys Medley #1343
25. Granny
26. Hail to the Spirit of Liberty #3262
27. Hungarian Lustspiel Overture
28. I'm on My Way to Mandalay - Campbell & Gilley #2233
29. I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles #3798
30. III Travatore
31. In The Valley Where the Blue Birds Sing
32. Invitation to the Waltz #1773
33. Kentucky Dream #3804
34. Kiss Me My Honey Kiss Me #1634
35. Lassien Kahki #3457
36. Light as a Feather #1508
37. Listen to the Mocking Bird
38. Love's Ship
39. Madame Butterfly - #818- Pucoini - Violin/Cello - Honin
40. Mama's Boy - #528 - Descriptive - 4min
41. Manhatten Reach #1711
42. Marguerite - #760 - Sentimental Song - W-H- Thompson - 4min
43. Massa's in de cold cold ground #2447
44. Medley of Country Dances - #322- Violin Solo - 4min - The hat My Father Wpre ++ - Irish Char  Song
45. Medley of the Hawaiian Alrs #294 Guitar Duet #2917
46. Medley of War Songs #1574
47. Memories of Home #1857
48. Money Musk - Vitginia Reel #1522 Columbia
49. Music Vots'. 
50. Musical Wizard of the Bellboy 2093
51. My Little Girl 
52. My Sunshine Jane #2700 / #3445
53. Nearer My God to thee #1557
54. Nobody Ever #3911 Fox Trot - Tuxedo Dance Band
55. Oh You Silvery Bells
56. Old Folks at Home #2584
57. On a Beautiful Night #568
58. On the Banks of the Brandywine #2357
59. On the Bark of an Old Cherry Tree #2794
60. On the Shores of Italy #2344
61. One Two Three Four Medley #3153
62. Over the Waves Waltz #1506
63. Pick a Chicken - One Step #2645
64. Ragtime Soldier Man #1616 on 1618

Condition and Functionality:

• Cosmetic: Very good. No damage or excess wear to cabinet.
  Function: We were able to wind up and operate the unit. With a cylinder on, it does produce sound, but seemed to skip some.

Dimensions:

Overall Size with Horn: 33 inches x 25 inches x 17 inches.