Vintage 1950s Webcor Holiday Magic Mind Record Player Suitcase Turntable SPINS For Sale

# Vintage 1950s Webcor Holiday "Magic Mind" Portable Suitcase Record Player**Condition:** For Parts or Repair / Restoration Project **Brand:** Webcor (Webster-Chicago) **Model:** Holiday / Magic Mind Automatic Changer **Speeds:** 16, 33, 45, 78 RPM ### Item OverviewUp for sale is a classic mid-century 1950s Webcor Holiday portable suitcase phonograph. This unit features the iconic maroon "Magic Mind" automatic record changer overarm mechanism and built-in speakers. It is a fantastic, highly restorable project piece or parts donor for vintage electronics collectors and hobbyists.### Functional Status & Testing Details* **Motor & Platter:** Tested. The player powers on and the platter spins smoothly when activated.* **Speed Selection:** The mechanical speed control knob shifts between 16, 33, 45, and 78 RPM.* **Audio / Sound:** Currently requires repair. When playing a record, music can only be heard faintly directly from the needle itself ("needle talk"). Sound is not properly amplifying through the main speakers. This typically indicates that the original 70-year-old crystal cartridge has failed and needs replacement, or the internal tube amplifier requires new capacitors. ### Cosmetic Condition* **Interior:** The internal maroon tonearm, balance arm, metal platter, and faceplate are intact with great vintage appeal.* **Exterior Suitcase:** The original brown and cream speckled tweed/canvas covering shows normal age-related wear, staining, and scuffs. * **Notable Damage:** There is a visible structural split/crack in the wooden casing veneer right near the lower right metal latch (please see close-up photos). The handle and latches are still attached.*Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to judge the exact cosmetic condition. Due to the faint audio issue, this turntable is being sold strictly AS-IS for parts, repair, or full restoration.*### Shipping & HandlingThis is a heavy, solid vintage unit. It will be packed with professional care using heavy-duty bubble wrap and a sturdy box to ensure it arrives safely at your doorstep.