Antique Record Player Stand Version 2 Re-Upload 3D model

*What is the product I am selling ? *

The model I am selling is a 3D Blender model based (with some changes) on one of the earliest phonographs (record players), the VV-XI Victor Victrola, first selling in 1912.

A historical background of the real life digital model ?

_This file is based on this product. _

While there was an earlier and smaller version of this design, the VV-XI Victor Victrola, when it started selling in 1912, it became an instant hit with the buying public, courtesy of its craftsmanship and its affordable price. During its first year 10,000 were sold and by 1920 (the last year it was on sale) 200,000 were officially sold. This massive popularity ensured that many middle class homes could sit back and enjoy the wonders of the phonograph, often for the very first time. Due to its popularity and the large volume of produced models, it's not considered a collectible by many.

(Source: http://www.victor-victrola.com/XI.htm)

Why did I do this model ?

While many love new, sleek and shining modern objects/digital models, I understand that many also enjoy the elegance and design of everyday objects from the past (early-mid 20th century or earlier). For me, I do like both, but it's fun and challenging to create a digital model that has the complexity and elegance of the past, where details are important. I have had a look at a number of record players on the website CG Trader, there is a lot of modern turntables plus gramophones, I saw a gap in antique record players, and decided to fill that gap as I believe there is a need for such a model to suit various locations.

Benefits to you the customer

While this model is based on the antique phonographical stand VV-XI Victor Victrola, I strongly believe this model would suit any Architect/3D Architectural Visualiser or Game Designer who requires a unique piece of antique furniture for their living/lounge room. This piece of furniture can be placed in a modern living area, or one that is of the past. Whatever the case may be, this model will be perfect to you, if you wish to show that the room is full of music by a musical lover.

As someone who understands the need to make sure these 3D models are as close as possible to the real thing, I spend many hours making sure that this model is ideal for you as the customer. To ensure this is possible, I examine as many reference images as possible trying to match this digital model as close as possible to the real thing, by using procedural texturing, which in turn you can change to suit your own project needs.

While this model is not rigged, it does have movable parts, so you as the client can decide what is best for you in the desired environmental room.

Another benefit is that the model does have some moving parts, such as

• The lid moves in an up/close position, allowing the lid arm/holder to follow, going in and out of its hole, positioned on the top of the stand.
  
• The needle arm and base can be rotated to your desired position (see video?).
• The doors can open and close to your desired position
• The side hand crank can also rotate

Current feedback

I have uploaded a number of renders for this product on various related Facebook pages (3D, Blender etc.), and have received positive feedback in each one. This positive feedback has been encouraging, meaning if it works for Blender fans, then it will work for you.

Product Description

• 2 x Blender 3.5 + Files
• Procedural Materials (modifiable) and
• Flat, Baked Image Materials (PNG) [Attached within zip folders]
• FBX
• OBJ

How the file works

Within the downloadable zip files, I have included two different blender files, one with standard .png maps and another as procedural (the usser can change the files within Blender.