Victrola VV-80

Hello, I'm seeking any info on a Victrola model # VV-80 made by the CC Harvey Co. of Boston,MA . I believe prior to 1926 Thanks in advance,hellbilly13

You should be able to find out everything there is to know at this link-
http://www.victor-victrola.com./
You can date most machines by the serial no. on the I D Tag.

The name that appears under the lid of your machine -- CC Harvey Co. of Boston,MA-- would have been the retailer or seller of the Victrola. It was actually manufactured by the Victor Talking Machine Co. of Camden, New Jersey (acquired by RCA in 1929). Oftentimes, retailers would put their own names and logos inside Victrola cabinets. In San Francisco, for instance, you often see the name "Sherman & Clay," a well known local music store, stenciled under the lid next to the Victrola name plate.

In addition to the information provided at the Victor Victrola page about the VV-80 -- http://victor-victrola.com/80.htm -- there is an online manual on this page: http://nipperhead.com/vicx.htm Just click on the thumbnail images to make them full size for printing or viewing. Note, the VV-80 was the re-designated VV-X. The online copy was made from one of the earlier manuals being used up during this transition period.

My very first upright Victrola was a VV-80. I had the second series model which was equipped with a larger horn than the previous version. If you take the time to have the sound box (reproducer) overhauled with fresh red rubber gaskets so the mica diaphragm plunges evenly, you'll notice a considerable improvement in sound quality. In fact, this small machine is capable of projecting amazing, room-filling volume and goose-pimply fidelity, especially if you play a good (pre-1925) Victor Red Seal Enrico Caruso recording.