Edison Blue Amberol 5000 Series #5608 – “On the Shores of Honolulu” – Rare Late‑Era Cylinder

Edison Blue Amberol 5000 Series #5608 – “On the Shores of Honolulu”

Experience the warm, atmospheric charm of early Hawaiian music with this rare Edison Blue Amberol 5000‑Series cylinder (#5608) featuring “On the Shores of Honolulu,” performed by Palakim’s Hawaiian Orchestra. Issued during the final years of Edison’s Blue Amberol production, these late‑era 5000‑series titles are prized for their scarcity, improved electric recording quality, and exceptionally low survival rates.

This example offers excellent core integrity, clean celluloid, and strong playback—an ideal acquisition for collectors who appreciate authentic Hawaiian‑themed Edison recordings and the refined sound of late‑period cylinder manufacturing. With no recent market availability and extremely limited surviving examples, #5608 stands as a high‑value, hard‑to‑find cylinder that enhances any curated phonograph collection.

A standout choice for Edison enthusiasts, Hawaiian music collectors, and anyone seeking a premium, historically resonant artifact from the closing chapter of the cylinder era.