Hymnophon

Fotografie {Hymnophon}
Fotografie {Hymnophon}
Fotografie {Hymnophon}

Description

This gramophone is a unique example of a design that lacks the typical funnel-shaped horn. Instead, its entire sound system is integrated within the body of the device. Despite this unconventional setup, listeners would hardly notice a difference—the sound remains powerful and relatively clear.
Unfortunately, little information is available today about the brand or manufacturer. What is known, however, is that they specialized in models featuring an internal sound conduit, making this gramophone a distinctive piece of audio history.

Details

ID
CH 0020
Object
gramophone
Type
mechanical, tablemodel
Classification
- sound technology
- historical player
Technical specification
Main principle: mechanical sound reproduction
Drive mechanism: spring, crank winding
Manufacturer
Ernst Holzweissig, Lipsko
Manufactured in
Germany
Dated
1905 - 1910
Collection relationship (age)
discoveries
Format
330 x 330 x 300 mm
Material: Wood, metal
Condition
Original, well preserved. Functional.
Location
MB-F