RCA Portable Phonograph, 1960-1965
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Artifact Overview
With its small footprint, playful plastic case, and carrying handle, this record player emphasizes fun and convenience over high sound quality. It was easy to use: listeners only needed to select the record speed (45 or 33 1/3 rpm) and adjust the volume. The target demographic was young listeners, to help create an atmosphere for social times on the go.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Phonograph
Date Made
1960-1965
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
95.41.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Rubber (Material)
Chromium
Copper alloy
Color
Red
Beige (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 5.5 in
Width: 11 in
Length: 13 in
Inscriptions
RCA VICTOR
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