Who makes gramophone?

Emil Berliner
In 1887, Emil Berliner (1851–1921) invented the gramophone, the mechanical predecessor to the electric record player. Later, with the shellac record, he developed a medium that allowed music recordings to be mass produced.

When and where was the first gramophone company formed in India?

The first voice of an Indian person was recorded by the Gramophone Company in 1899 in London. In 1902, first gramophone disc was cut at Calcutta….Record manufacturing companies in India.

Company, Period, Size, Special features etc.	Approx output
Beka Records, Germany [1908-10]	1500

What is the difference between a phonograph and a gramophone?

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.

When did they stop making gramophones?

Over the years, industry adopted several sizes, speeds of reproduction, and use of new materials (especially Vinyl which came during 1950s). Gramophones remained dominant until late 1980s, when digital media managed to eclipse it.

How much is an old phonograph worth?

At auction, similar phonographs have sold in the $2,000-$3,000 price range. A dealer specializing in collectible phonographs might ask $5,000-$7,000 for this model, in excellent original condition.

Where was the factory of the Gramophone Company situated?

Most of the company’s early discs were made in Hanover, Germany at a plant operated by members of Berliner’s family, though it had operations around the world.

Who invented gramophone in India?

The most popular gramophone companies established in Kolkata in the first decade of the 20th century were His Master’s Voice (British), Columbia (American) and Pathe (French). hemendra mohan bose, the first Indian entrepreneur to make gramophone records, had acquired an Edison phonograph recording machine in 1900.

Are phonographs valuable?

Where can I sell my antique phonograph?

Where should I sell my phonograph? ANSWER: If you are trying to sell a Victor or Victrola, there are several alternatives that can work well. EBay, Craigslist, and other internet auction services have a lot of visibility with collectors, and can draw reasonable prices for the seller.

How much did a phonograph cost in 1920?

In addition, phonograph records were for the first time being recorded electrically, which also improved the sound quality. Selling for as little as $50.00 (and for more than $300.00), these new machines were an immediate success, and quickly brought profitability (and prestige) back to Victor.

Which company is popularly known as the Gramophone Company of India?

Saregama India Ltd
Saregama India Ltd, formerly known as The Gramophone Company of India Ltd. and more popularly as HMV (His Master’s Voice), is a Music company, part of the RPG Group, and India’s largest and best-known recording company. Its label HMV can be seen on millions of records, cassettes and CDs.

Who invented the flat record?

Emile Berliner
Emile Berliner Invents the Flat Disc Gramophone : History of Information.

Who made gramophone in Bengal?

FW Gaisberg
The man who introduced Bengal to the world of gramophone was FW Gaisberg, the first recording engineer of the Gramophone Company. From 1900 to 1907, he made several trips to Kolkata and other parts of India, urging local entrepreneurs to join him in his venture to start sound recording in India.

What were the parts of the first gramophone?

Unlike the turntables and record players now, the first gramophone had only four basic parts for it to produce sound. The first gramophones had a small needle, the groove, the diaphragm and the horn. Like your modern stylus, the small needle of the gramophone is the one attached to the groove which is equivalent to your head shell.

When did gramophones become popular?

Shortly after the gramophone was invented in 1887, it became a hit choice for the rest of the 1890s. It became so famous that the US and the UK launched their coin-slot gramophones where people would put in pennies to play and record almost 150 plus titles of songs using gramophones.

What is the needle on a gramophone?

Like your modern stylus, the small needle of the gramophone is the one attached to the groove which is equivalent to your head shell. The needle is further attached to the diaphragm which now is your platter and then the diaphragm is attached to the horn or equivalent to pre-amps.

Are there any antique gramophones with en-build speaker?

Original Antique Gramophones about a years old with records. One of them have en-build speaker. Manufactured in India by HMV (His Masters Voice) compa…