Definitions
- Referring to a brand of phonograph produced by the Victor Talking Machine Company. - Describing a type of phonograph that uses a horn to amplify sound. - Talking about an antique or vintage phonograph that plays records.
- Referring to a type of phonograph invented by Emile Berliner. - Describing a device that plays music from a rotating disc using a needle and horn. - Talking about an antique or vintage phonograph that plays records.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of phonographs that play music from records.
- 2Both use a needle to read the grooves on the record.
- 3Both were popular in the early 20th century.
- 4Both are considered antique or vintage devices.
- 5Both have a horn to amplify sound.
What is the difference?
- 1Inventor: Gramophone was invented by Emile Berliner while Victrola was produced by the Victor Talking Machine Company.
- 2Design: Victrola has a more ornate and decorative design while gramophone has a simpler and more functional design.
- 3Usage: Victrola is more commonly used in North America while gramophone is more commonly used in Europe.
- 4Connotation: Victrola is associated with a more nostalgic and sentimental tone while gramophone is associated with a more historical and technical tone.
Remember this!
Victrola and gramophone are both antique or vintage phonographs that play music from records. The main difference between the two is that Victrola is a brand name produced by the Victor Talking Machine Company, while gramophone is a generic term for a type of phonograph invented by Emile Berliner. Additionally, Victrola has a more ornate design and is more commonly used in North America, while gramophone has a simpler design and is more commonly used in Europe.
