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VV 1-90

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The VV 1-90 was an Orthophonic tabletop model introduced in the spring of 1927.  This Victrola featured an Orthophonic Soundbox along with a small exponential 're-entrant' horn which did enhance the bass response; consequently, it had a very acceptable sound quality, far better than most other portable machines.   Approximately 22,400 VV 1-90 models were made before production was ceased in early 1929. Many late-production versions were likely exported to Latin America.
The cabinet featured a blended mahogany veneer finish, although much of the cabinet trim is stained ash. This machine had a strong 2-spring motor and nickel-plated hardware. 
While these machines occasionally show-up at auctions and flea markets, the condition is typically poor. This is likely due to the fact that most were handed-down to children or simply tossed in the corner of an attic when they became obsolete, combined with the fact that they were rather cheaply made. Current valuation on well-worn examples is minimal. Examples in exceptional original condition will maintain moderate collector interest today.
The original 1927 selling price of the 1-70 was $75.00, which equates to about $1,100.00 in today's money.

The current survival database shows the earliest existent VV 1-90 to be S/N 541 and the latest to be S/N 22348.    

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