Chromogram Model 3
Perophone Ltd.; London
- Land
- Grossbritannien (UK)
- Hersteller / Marke
- Perophone Ltd.; London
- Jahr
- 1930 ?
- Kategorie
- Grammophon/Phonograph mechanisch
- Radiomuseum.org ID
- 369995
The Gramophone Oct 1930, p.Ad iii
- Hauptprinzip
- NF-Verstärkung
- Wellenbereiche
- - ohne
- Betriebsart / Volt
- Solar- und/oder Muskelenergie und evtl. ext. Power
- Lautsprecher
- Trichter
- Material
- Gerät mit Holzgehäuse
- von Radiomuseum.org
- Modell: Chromogram Model 3 - Perophone Ltd.; London
- Form
- Standgerät auf niedrigen Beinen (Beine < 50 % der Gesamthöhe).
- Bemerkung
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The Chromogram Model 3 was part of Micro‑Perophone’s premium line of acoustic gramophones marketed as “The Stradivarius of Gramophones.” The cabinet is of elegant figured mahogany with twin front doors concealing the internal horn and record storage. The design reflects late‑1920s craftsmanship emphasizing refined tone and aesthetic appeal.
Features
- Exceptional tonal clarity and full bass response, praised for realism and absence of “tubbiness.”
- Chromogram proprietary needle system: each needle plays 10 records; boxes of 100 sold for 9 pence post‑free.
- Deferred purchase terms and approval‑before‑purchase options offered by the manufacturer.
- Price in 1930: 24 GNS
Known Models
Model Cabinet Finish / Type Price (guineas) Notes Model 1 Compact upright 12 Entry‑level model Model 2 Mahogany 18 Mid‑range design Model 3 Figured mahogany 24 Featured in The Gramophone, Oct 1930 Model 4 Walnut cabinet 26 Larger horn chamber Model 5 Oak cabinet 28 Enhanced bass response Model 6 Inlaid mahogany 30 Decorative veneer Model 7 Burr walnut 32 Deluxe finish Model 8 Rosewood 34 Premium tone
Model 9 Exhibition model 35 Top‑of‑range presentation cabinet
- Originalpreis
- 25.20 £
- Literaturnachweis
- -- Original prospect or advert (The Gramophone Oct 1930, p.Ad iii)
- Autor
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