The Victor V-225 Record Changer - "Magic Brain" changer.

A quick introduction to the Victor V-225 record changer. Often referred to as the "Magic Brain" changer, this changer was unique in its ability to play both sides of the record without flipping it over.

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Music

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• 78rpm
• Victor
• Record
• Changer
• Magic
• Brain
• Victrola
• Phonograph

[12cmac1212]

I have one of these in my house. It is in very good shape. Does anyone know what it is worth or where i can go to find out?

[MarkAtnip]

@12cmac1212

The machine is actually quite valuable if it is in decent condition. This one is original, and while it has been taken care of it has not been restored. Everything down to the wood finish is original. (other than tubes) A machine in this condition is worth several thousands of dollars. One that does not work, but is complete might still be worth a grand. One that will require restoration will sell in the $500ish range if its complete. Less for one that requires finding rare parts.

[PepulzGuys]

I expect it only played 78 rpm, for 33 1/3 and 45 weren't sold until the late 1940s, right?

P.S. The chute is really cool.

[MarkAtnip]

Correct.. It plays only 78rpm records. In fact in only plays 78rpm records that are identical in size to Victor records, and those that are slightly smaller. Records that are a tiny bit larger than the 10" Victor discs (like the 10" Columbia discs) will not play as the record will not fit into the record supports. It CAN however be adjusted to play 12' 78rpm records. The 12" setting is more forgiving and seems to play 12" records of all makes.

[merrihew]

Fascinating to actually see one operate but appears to be less gentle, less accomodating of record variations and more prone to maladies than the Capehart. Thanks very much.

[MarkAtnip]

I am hoping that I will be able to add a nice Capehart to the collection one day. I have always enjoyed watching them operate.

[BixLives32]

@12cmac1212 -CONDITION, CONDITION and CONDITION.

Do you have the entire console?

[19Chuck80]

amazing I read a "Magic Brain" ad I have on an old RCA Victor 78rpm paper sleeve, thanks, very very cool

[manidig]

@PepulzGuys RCAVictor did manufacture shellac 33 1/3 records in the early 30s, but they were not successful. By the late 30s when this machine was made they had given up on them.

[SeeburgMusic]

There are emergency exits to the front and rear of the phonograph!!!

[kakureru]

you make it sound like an emergency PSA :P

If you see this changer in the street, avoid eye contact and do not make any sudden movements..

[hyzercreek]

The voice on this video, is this a computer? Because no human really talks that way. Must be computer.

[eastmolman]

what type of needles does this use as the advertisements I've seen for these on RCA victor record sleeves say that it has a jewel lite scanner.

[TheMrRockola]

Fascinating; thanks for such educational video!

[mdmphd]

Absolutely fascinating - So thankful for youtube and your posting!!

[VTMCompany]

your voice/your voice: you are a pro beyond what we hear these days on both tv and radio. are you a voice major or in broadcasting?