These stock paper 78s are simply remarkable, and Durium durable. All released in the depths of the Great Depression, they were sold at news stands on a weekly basis, and for a fraction of the cost of a standard shellac disc. Great setting for this performance.
What a creative way of generating sales in the most difficult of times. Don't think they were intended to last, but a bonus for collectors that they did! History repeats itself, I bought 11 of these for £0.10 each at a charity shop!
@@tiga4180 OMG, did you say TEN CENTS? One thin dime? A tenth of a dollah? What...£...?...nevermind. I love it. You're totally deserving, this small treasure. Thanks for sharing this band from a great era.
@@AnnieVanAuken No, one tenth of one pound, or ten new pence as we call them. Prior to our currency going decimal, there were 240 pennies to the pound. Its a very small amount & I think the shop (though it specialises in retro, just didn't know what they were, what to play them on or even if they were playable! They usually sell shellac at £0.50 to £1.00. Shellac prices are falling, as ageing collectors die, with pityfully few young folk to replace them. Real rarities that used to cost £100 have more than halved in price & its easy to find decent 'hornies' at record fairs for five pounds or sometimes less. Will be attending next fair October 13.
Love these and the hit of the week American ones, they always sound great when survive like this one! I wish I had more of them, well , in fact I only have Hit of the week ones.
A soft tone steel needle. Never ceases to amaze me that these delicate looking records were produced in an era when steel needles were the norm & don't appear to have been harmed by them.
@@tiga4180 …… yes I’ve got a few, great place to find Al Bowlly on the Durium records but can be tricky to play them, to hold them flat on the turntable platter.
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 Don't find them too bad on gramophone turntables, but some drag & slow the motor down. I little furniture polish reduces the friction.
These stock paper 78s are simply remarkable, and Durium durable. All released in the depths of the Great Depression, they were sold at news stands on a weekly basis, and for a fraction of the cost of a standard shellac disc.
Great setting for this performance.
What a creative way of generating sales in the most difficult of times. Don't think they were intended to last, but a bonus for collectors that they did! History repeats itself, I bought 11 of these for £0.10 each at a charity shop!
@@tiga4180 OMG, did you say TEN CENTS? One thin dime? A tenth of a dollah? What...£...?...nevermind.
I love it. You're totally deserving, this small treasure. Thanks for sharing this band from a great era.
@@AnnieVanAuken No, one tenth of one pound, or ten new pence as we call them. Prior to our currency going decimal, there were 240 pennies to the pound. Its a very small amount & I think the shop (though it specialises in retro, just didn't know what they were, what to play them on or even if they were playable! They usually sell shellac at £0.50 to £1.00. Shellac prices are falling, as ageing collectors die, with pityfully few young folk to replace them. Real rarities that used to cost £100 have more than halved in price & its easy to find decent 'hornies' at record fairs for five pounds or sometimes less. Will be attending next fair October 13.
Hornie has officially entered the language (by proclamation), thus ' ' is no longer needed.
Love these and the hit of the week American ones, they always sound great when survive like this one! I wish I had more of them, well , in fact I only have Hit of the week ones.
Love Duriums, they are rarely found here. The second tune is ace!
Glad you enjoyed the fun. Can go ages without seeing them & suddenly a handful will turn up. Love the ease of storage.
These Duriums are incredible! 😊
Their longevity belies their flimsy appearance!
Always happy to see an upload of yours in my inbox and this is a real gem! Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome! Been busy, but will try to find time for more uploads.
Wonderful upload Paul. Nothing floppy about this 😊
Yes, these discs really stand up for themselves!
What type of needle did you use, Paul?
A soft tone steel needle. Never ceases to amaze me that these delicate looking records were produced in an era when steel needles were the norm & don't appear to have been harmed by them.
Is the 1930s standard lamp a prop or used in your home !! ?
It's used regularly, but it has been rewired & the shade isn't original.
@@tiga4180 …….. 🙂 it looks great 👏👏
Great toon also
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 Yes, those Duriums have a great selection!
@@tiga4180 …… yes I’ve got a few, great place to find Al Bowlly on the Durium records but can be tricky to play them, to hold them flat on the turntable platter.
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 Don't find them too bad on gramophone turntables, but some drag & slow the motor down. I little furniture polish reduces the friction.