Didn't Need More, But...

[Hi-Fi-Mogul]

A friend of my friend was helping his deceased friend's daughter with
clearing out the estate.
So, he found out I dabble in record players, and told me
about these 3 that were destined for curb or dump.

I offered $125 and now these 3 gals are in a new home, mine.
Had to work 2-3 hours to etch-a-sketch some room in my little garage.

The RCA is an SHP-12 stereo consolette, fortunately with an
original 13-T stereo powerpoint. So, it has standard 1/2 inch
mounts where I can put in a new Pfanstiehl.
Came with the metal legs, too.

I think the 2 Maggies are Magnasonics, from what you guys
have posted.
They look very similar, but the bottom power amp 142 is
mounted differently in each, so I presume different years'
productions. Also, different lid hinges.

With the lot got 45 adapters and cartridges of various
kinds, but kindred to the Magnasonics from what I can tell.
One is a V-M adapter.

The RCA also had its original 45 adapter. The platter mat
must have been damaged, because someone put in a
BSR mat. I'll have to check out if the mat surfaces are
true and flat.

[William]

Nice score, Mr. Mogul. I like the blonde Maggie, and the cabinet looks to be in great shape. Is the RCA Maple, can't really tell by the photo. I have always wanted that RCA model, not sure why, just thought they looked cool. Have fun with your three new toys and please keep us posted.

Bill

[TC Chris]

What a nice haul! The mahogany one is like my '56 Magnasonic, except that it has the optional tuner. The limed oak (?)one looks to be a year newer (just guessing).

Chris Campbell

[William]

I just took another look at the RCA's tone arm, and then your header and discovered it is stereo. I looked it up and it contains a stereo amp and three speakers but to make it stereo you need the matching speaker. And now the search begins!

Bill

[electra225]

Nice score, Mr. Mogul! There is ALWAYS room for just ONE more. If you get short on room, you can always stack....

[Hi-Fi-Mogul]

Nice score, Mr. Mogul! There is ALWAYS room for just ONE more. If you get short on room, you can always stack....

Yes, but you need TWO people to stack.

I actually called a nearby customer to return the
favor and help me balance the Maggies on my
dolly so I could move them.

Bill,
The RCA is not super blonde, but not light maple either.

I think the finishes on these may age and darken
sometimes.
The inside finish is lighter.

Chris,
Offhand, do you know what model changer is
in your Magnasonic ?

Thanks all !

[TC Chris]

As to the changer, it looks like the one in your photo--has a plug-in head. I just went back & looked at my Sams photocopy but it doesn't ID the changer. The console itself lives down near the Chevy. If I have a chance at Thanksgiving I'll see if I can stop by the storage unit.

Chris Campbell

[Brettzky99]

Those are holiday flip opportunities. Change a few caps, clean the controls, service the record changers and list them on marketplace with some Xmas records for last minute shoppers.

[macgolf]

What a nice collection! Looking at these has me thinking there is always room for one more. Well done Mr. Mogul.

Mark