Ironically this question is more of the type for the tradition list
rather than the library one.  There is a Mechanical Music Show in Wayne
New Jersey this Sunday and you can see all the horns you have ever
envisioned.  

The 14 inch size is a real small horn, and there are a lot of very fine
reproductions being made with a black body and brass bell.  You can also
find many originals. Horns this small are very inexpensive.  

BUT -- do you really mean that the machine is a Standard H or are you
reading "Model H" from the tail weight on the reproducer??  You have to
look at the patent plate.
http://www.antiquephono.org/edison-standard-patent-plate-notes/     The
Standard F is a very late machine, and there are only rumors that there
was ever a real Standard G that was not just a modified F.  Anyway, the
later Standards had the reproducer on the top of the machine with the
outlet facing up, and placing  14-inch horn on it pointing to the
ceiling looks stupid and is impractical.  They were designed for the
Cygnet horns.   

Does your machine have the reproducer at about a 45 degree angle?  Those
would be the usual A through E Standards.  This will help you figure out
what you have. 
http://www.antiquephono.org/spotters-guide-edison-standard-phonograph/


I see 14 inch horns at deralers for $40 to $60.  You might try this
today for a $30 bid and see if you get it 
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-BRASS-CYLINDER-PHONOGRAPH-PLAYER-HORN-/391418009529

Wyatt is a good dealer and this is his catalog page with horns. 
http://www.wyattsmusical.com/horns.pdf


Antique Phono Supply was good for me in the past -- Dennis and Patti
Valente -- but I am not sure what they have in stock. 
http://www.antiquephono.com/edisect.htm


In all cases it would be wise to call and speak to the dealer and see
what is new and what is reproduction.

Mike Biel  [log in to unmask]  


-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Purchasing a Horn for an Edison Standard Phonograph
From: Bobby LaRose <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Mon, April 04, 2016 12:04 pm
To: [log in to unmask]

Hello!

I work at the Music Library at the College of William and Mary, and we
own
a Model-H Edison Standard Phonograph, as well as a number of cylinder
recordings. However, we do not have a sound horn for the phonograph. I
was wondering if anyone could suggest a reliable vendor from which I
could
purchase a good quality horn. I am looking specifically to get a simple
brass horn, ideally no longer than 14''.

I would appreciate any suggestions you have!

Thank you,

Bobby LaRose

-- 
Robert A. LaRose
College of William and Mary, '16
Student Assistant, Swem Music Library and Special Collections
Dance Accompanist, W&M Theatre, Speech, and Dance
703-927-2249703-927-2249

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