Edison Opera

The Edison OPERA was introduced in November 1911 and was called the finest producer of recorded sounds anywhere. It had some features of the early AMBEROLAS and played 4-minute wax records. The earliest model was mahogany, pillars in each corner and the 'Edison' decal on the front of the case. The horn was a self-supporting mahogany Music Master Horn. Price was $90. In February 1912 an oak cabinet and oak Music Master Horn were introduced.

The final OPERA option was the Edison SCHOOL Model, introduced in December 1912 played Blue Amberol Cylinders with its diamond stylus. The SCHOOL came with the No. 11 Cynet horn (metal), black with gilt lining. Price was $75. The Edison OPERA in this exhibit has the No. 11 horn which at some point was painted maroon with flowers added. On October 1, 1913 it was announced that no more horn machines would be made at the Edison Plant except the SCHOOL. By 1914 the SCHOOL likewise faded from the phonograph scene.