The Difference Between Phonographs, Gramophones, and Victrolas

Phonographs are devices that record and play back sound using a stylus or needle to trace grooves on a rotating cylinder or disc. They were invented in the late 19th century and were used to record and play back music, speeches, and other sounds.

Question: What is the difference between a phonograph and a gramophone?
A phonograph is a device that records and plays back sound using a stylus or needle to trace grooves on a rotating cylinder or disc. A gramophone is a type of phonograph that uses a disc instead of a cylinder. The term "gramophone" was used in the early 20th century to refer to devices that used discs, while "phonograph" was used to refer to devices that used cylinders.

Question: What is a Victrola?
Victrola is a brand name for phonographs and gramophones that were produced by the Victor Talking Machine Company in the early 20th century. The company was founded by Emile Berliner, who invented the disc-based gramophone. The Victrola was a popular brand of phonograph that featured a distinctive horn-shaped cabinet to amplify the sound.

Question: What is a record player?
A record player is a device that plays back sound from a vinyl record using a stylus or needle to trace grooves on the record. Record players are also known as turntables, and they can be used to play back music, speeches, and other sounds that have been recorded onto a record.