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Edison Blue 4 minute – “Ring Out the Bells for Christmas” (1913 Holiday Cylinder Record)
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Original Edison 4‑Minute Green Amberol Cylinder – “ Selection from the Pirates of Penzance”
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Rare Gruen Curvex Style Men’s Wristwatch – Vintage Yellow Gold filled Case, Collector’s Choice
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Timeless Treasures
Here at 4-4 Time, we strive to bring you the best that we can locate. Most of our items are a hundred years of age and older, and all are in working condition unless mentioned in the description. These are timeless items which will become heirlooms for your family and future generations. Have questions about one of our items or looking for something in particular? Send us a message or give us a call. We’ll be glad to help!
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Curated Favorites — A Collector’s Journey Through the Most Captivating Cylinder Recordings
Across hundreds of cylinders—dance tunes, comic songs, sentimental ballads, virtuoso instrumentals—certain recordings rise above the rest. They linger in the mind long after the machine has gone silent. They make you stop what you’re doing, lean closer to the horn, and listen with the same wonder these sounds inspired more than a century ago.
Our Curated Favorites collection (located in the cylinder records) is built from those moments.
These are the cylinders that surprised us, moved us, delighted us, and—on more than one occasion—made us replay them three or four times just to savor the nuance. Every piece in this selection earned its place not through rarity alone, but through character: the warmth of a voice, the sparkle of a cornet, the charm of a forgotten melody, the unexpected clarity of a well‑preserved groove.
Why These Favorites Matter
Collectors know that cylinder listening is not passive. It’s an experience shaped by the machine, the horn, the room, and the recording itself. Some cylinders simply come alive in a way others don’t—they fill the space, they breathe, they feel present.
Our favorites were chosen because they do exactly that.
Recordings with exceptional sound that transcend their age
Performances with personality, humor, or emotional depth
Titles that capture the spirit of the era—from parlor charm to vaudeville energy
Cylinders that “just sound right” on a well‑tuned phonograph
These aren’t just historically interesting—they’re genuinely enjoyable!
A Listening Experience Worth Discovering
Every collector has their own taste, and part of the magic is discovering which recordings speak to you. This section is meant to spark that curiosity. You’ll find pieces that made us smile, made us pause, and made us fall in love with the medium all over again.
Whether you’re new to cylinders or have shelves full of them, this curated group offers a perfect starting point for exploring the artistry and charm that only a cylinder can deliver.
Explore the Collection
We invite you to browse, sample, and enjoy these standout recordings. Let your phonograph bring them to life—hear the breath behind the notes, the laughter in the comic refrains, the warmth of voices recorded more than a century ago. Located in the cylinder selections.
You may find a new favorite of your own.
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Never mind the questionable sound quality, the cracks and pops. The sometimes cumbersome equipment and having to change a needle after every play. Not to mention the limitations of a personal record library. At a time when an internet connection is all that’s needed for access to a wide variety of streamed music, there are those who prefer not to rely on modern technology for their listening pleasure. Because, at the intersection of art and science, antique phonographs continue to delight collectors by providing original music without electricity, wires, or tubes.
The invention of the phonograph was an evolving process, with twists and turns along the way. In 1877, Thomas Edison, to his great astonishment, successfully recorded (and played back) his recitation of “Mary had a little lamb” using a tinfoilcoated cylinder. A patent for his machine, which was intended not for musical enjoyment but for recording business dictation, was granted in...
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