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GMTMasterII44 · 26 December 2016, 04:11 PM

Ive been contemplating purchasing one for a while now and just havent found the right one. Curious if anybody owns one and if so, what kind, 45s/78/33s/cds, etc? Also do you enjoy or regret your purchase?

Ive located a wurlitzer 1015 "one more time" in mint condition, its completely refurbished by an authorized dealer and plays vinyls/45s which I want.

Lastly, i'd love to see some pictures of yours if you have!

Thank you!!

This is a link to the kind im considering: http://www.pinballrebel.com/archive/...me_jukebox.htm

Kingair · 26 December 2016, 04:56 PM

There's only one for me

A Wurlitzer 1015

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MonBK · 26 December 2016, 07:01 PM

Yes, I've had a few AMI's, RockOlas, Seeburg's and Wurlitzer's.

For me buying a "one more time" is like buying a Gazelle when you want an Excalibur.

What is your budget for a box and most importantly how are you going to use it.

Jocke · 26 December 2016, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Yes, I've had a few AMI's, RockOlas, Seeburg's and Wurlitzer's.

For me buying a "one more time" is like buying a Gazelle when you want an Excalibur.

What is your budget for a box and most importantly how are you going to use it.

Are there different ways to use it?

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

Are there different ways to use it?

Indeed and since you asked I assume you never had one?

Jocke · 26 December 2016, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Indeed.

Thank you for your comprehensive answer.

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

Thank you for your comprehensive answer.

Let me explain it in watch terms for easier understanding.

Would you buy an old DJ for diving purposes only?

Jocke · 26 December 2016, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Let me explain it in watch terms for easier understanding.

Would you buy an old DJ for diving purposes only?

Nope, I would buy a young DJ instead of a jukebox because they have the last CD's.

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

Nope, I would buy a young DJ instead of a jukebox because they have the last CD's.

I see and you would want to have him live in your home?

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 09:12 PM

Here's a pic of my last box.

I owned this Wurlitzer 1050 for 10 years and it never failed.

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 09:30 PM

Here's a pic when it's turned on.

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 10:44 PM

In the back ground is a Seeburg 100 a very reliable box.

Relaxing in the chair is my dear friend "Ingo" (RIP) who some of you boxing fans might recognize?

Abdullah71601 · 26 December 2016, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Here's a pic of my last box.

I owned this Wurlitzer 1050 for 10 years and it never failed.

I want to know how you levitate near the ceiling in this picture with that Midas weighing you down.

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

I want to know how you levitate near the ceiling in this picture with that Midas weighing you down.

Not that difficult, I was up here.

Abdullah71601 · 26 December 2016, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Not that difficult, I was up here.

Beautiful room, though I was hoping for a little bit more magic.

MonBK · 26 December 2016, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Beautiful room, though I was hoping for a little bit more magic.

MonBK · 27 December 2016, 05:12 AM

Hhmm, am I the only one on TRF that had or have a Juke-Box?

Surely someone has some pics?

mailman · 27 December 2016, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Hhmm, am I the only one on TRF that had or have a Juke-Box?

Surely someone has some pics?

I think Dan Pierce does.

Tri-Tip · 27 December 2016, 06:02 AM

Friend of mine had one for CD's...bought it nearly 20 years ago. We stocked it with 100 CD's, and I made the cards that inserted with all the songs titles.

Never changed one over all these years, and now the selection is pretty dated.

BristolCavendish · 27 December 2016, 06:03 AM

Would love to own a vintage jukebox. They are the absolute perfect addition to any recreation room (alongside a 4.5'x9.00' pool table, pinball machine(s) and a well-stocked bar with beer on tap). The ones that play 45s are the most desirable (to me). Digital CD & MP3 jukeboxes are OK for contemporary 'dive bars' but there is just something about the old 'analog' sound (and it's overall warmth) that offers an ongoing appeal

A question arises. Are there competent/specialized techs who can actually service and maintain these older devices so that they are operating at optimum performance? I can't imagine any Gen-Xer (or Millennial aged) individual even/ever having a clue as to what these classic machines are all about. Lastly, it would be supercool to have one of those remote/programmers (with the flipping selection menu) in another room to set-up the tunes. Just like the old-time coffee shop/diners 'back in the day'.

joeychitwood · 27 December 2016, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

In the back ground is a Seeburg 100 a very reliable box.

Relaxing in the chair is my dear friend "Ingo" (RIP) who some of you boxing fans might recognize?

Ingemar Johansson! Former heavyweight boxing champion of the world after beating Floyd Patterson. My dad was a boxer and Swedish, so I grew up knowing who he was.

GMTMasterII44 · 27 December 2016, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Yes, I've had a few AMI's, RockOlas, Seeburg's and Wurlitzer's.

For me buying a "one more time" is like buying a Gazelle when you want an Excalibur.

What is your budget for a box and most importantly how are you going to use it.

Fair analogy, reason I was thinking OMT is slightly more modern internals but still plays 45s. I was thinking up to around $8k which seems to be the going rate for the "One More Time" boxes right now. I plan on listening to it and playing it

My wife and I both love vintage, 50s and 60s era music, love vintage vinyl.

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Here's a pic of my last box.

I owned this Wurlitzer 1050 for 10 years and it never failed.

Beautiful piece, love it!

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Hhmm, am I the only one on TRF that had or have a Juke-Box?

Surely someone has some pics?

I agree! I grew up where my father had a beautifully redone '52 Seeburg Selectomatic. Just loved his but Im a sucker for the 1015 (like somebody else mentioned worried a '46 1015 original, there's just not enough talent these days to work on the machine and being a GenX, I just don't have the abilities to work on the piece if something were to go wrong!

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Originally Posted by BristolCavendish

Would love to own a vintage jukebox. They are the absolute perfect addition to any recreation room (alongside a 4.5'x9.00' pool table, pinball machine(s) and a well-stocked bar with beer on tap). The ones that play 45s are the most desirable (to me). Digital CD & MP3 jukeboxes are OK for contemporary 'dive bars' but there is just something about the old 'analog' sound (and it's overall warmth) that offers an ongoing appeal

A question arises. Are there competent/specialized techs who can actually service and maintain these older devices so that they are operating at optimum performance? I can't imagine any Gen-Xer (or Millennial aged) individual even/ever having a clue as to what these classic machines are all about. Lastly, it would be supercool to have one of those remote/programmers (with the flipping selection menu) in another room to set-up the tunes. Just like the old-time coffee shop/diners 'back in the day'.

This was my concern (I'm a GenX and not very good mechanically, thats why I was thinking the Wurlitzer One More Time, somewhat new components, still get the look of the original, play 45s, etc.

GMTMasterII44 · 27 December 2016, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Kingair

There's only one for me

A Wurlitzer 1015

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Agreed with this, that's why I was looking at the 1015 OMT time, newer internals, but vintage look of the '46 1015. I could go with the Rockola look-a-like, or the Antique Apparatus, but figured the Wurlitzer One More Time was the last from Wurlitzer company itself, figured if I don't have the real deal 1946s, Wurlitzer making the One More Time was next best thing.

MonBK · 27 December 2016, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by joeychitwood

Ingemar Johansson! Former heavyweight boxing champion of the world after beating Floyd Patterson. My dad was a boxer and Swedish, so I grew up knowing who he was.

I figured if anyone would recognize him it would be you Mark.

Gott Nytt År.

MonBK · 27 December 2016, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by GMTMasterII44

Agreed with this, that's why I was looking at the 1015 OMT time, newer internals, but vintage look of the '46 1015. I could go with the Rockola look-a-like, or the Antique Apparatus, but figured the Wurlitzer One More Time was the last from Wurlitzer company itself, figured if I don't have the real deal 1946s, Wurlitzer making the One More Time was next best thing.

Ok, I hope you find what you're looking for.

Dan Pierce · 27 December 2016, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mailman

I think Dan Pierce does.

Always wanted a vintage Rockola but never found the right opportunity.

So filled the man cave with these instead.

dP

Ferdelious · 28 December 2016, 01:19 AM

Growing up we had a Wurlitzer 1015 that played 45's, I have fond memories listening to it. I can't recall it ever having an issue after 20+ years. IMO records are the only way to go, I wouldn't get CD's.

GMTMasterII44 · 28 December 2016, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Always wanted a vintage Rockola but never found the right opportunity.

So filled the man cave with these instead.

dP

Amazing pieces!

GMTMasterII44 · 28 December 2016, 08:20 AM

Providing a quick update, I couldn't resist a killer deal on the Wurlitzer....sharing some pictures of the new box! Wife and I are super excited.

Knappo 1307 · 28 December 2016, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Beautiful room, though I was hoping for a little bit more magic.

The magic happens in a different room...

26 December 2016, 04:11 PM	#1
GMTMasterII44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Boca Raton Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 277	Anybody own a Jukebox? Curious your experiences.... Ive been contemplating purchasing one for a while now and just havent found the right one. Curious if anybody owns one and if so, what kind, 45s/78/33s/cds, etc? Also do you enjoy or regret your purchase? Ive located a wurlitzer 1015 "one more time" in mint condition, its completely refurbished by an authorized dealer and plays vinyls/45s which I want. Lastly, i'd love to see some pictures of yours if you have! Thank you!! This is a link to the kind im considering: http://www.pinballrebel.com/archive/...me_jukebox.htm

28 December 2016, 01:19 AM	#27
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,203	Growing up we had a Wurlitzer 1015 that played 45's, I have fond memories listening to it. I can't recall it ever having an issue after 20+ years. IMO records are the only way to go, I wouldn't get CD's. __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

26 December 2016, 04:56 PM	#2
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	There's only one for me A Wurlitzer 1015 Sent from my SM-T377T using Tapatalk

26 December 2016, 07:01 PM	#3
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Yes, I've had a few AMI's, RockOlas, Seeburg's and Wurlitzer's. For me buying a "one more time" is like buying a Gazelle when you want an Excalibur. What is your budget for a box and most importantly how are you going to use it.

27 December 2016, 05:12 AM	#17
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Hhmm, am I the only one on TRF that had or have a Juke-Box? Surely someone has some pics?

27 December 2016, 06:02 AM	#19
Tri-Tip "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CA, USA Watch: Out!!! Posts: 6,474	Friend of mine had one for CD's...bought it nearly 20 years ago. We stocked it with 100 CD's, and I made the cards that inserted with all the songs titles. Never changed one over all these years, and now the selection is pretty dated.

27 December 2016, 06:03 AM	#20
BristolCavendish Banned Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: United States Posts: 1,864	Would love to own a vintage jukebox. They are the absolute perfect addition to any recreation room (alongside a 4.5'x9.00' pool table, pinball machine(s) and a well-stocked bar with beer on tap). The ones that play 45s are the most desirable (to me). Digital CD & MP3 jukeboxes are OK for contemporary 'dive bars' but there is just something about the old 'analog' sound (and it's overall warmth) that offers an ongoing appeal A question arises. Are there competent/specialized techs who can actually service and maintain these older devices so that they are operating at optimum performance? I can't imagine any Gen-Xer (or Millennial aged) individual even/ever having a clue as to what these classic machines are all about. Lastly, it would be supercool to have one of those remote/programmers (with the flipping selection menu) in another room to set-up the tunes. Just like the old-time coffee shop/diners 'back in the day'.

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