RCA Theremin, Model AR-1264, 1929-1935
THF114882 / RCA Theremin, Model AR-1264, 1929-1935
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Artifact Overview
The theremin was the world's first electronic instrument. It was invented in 1920 by Leon Theremin and manufactured by RCA beginning in 1929. The theremin is played by moving one's right hand near the metal rod to control the pitch, and gesturing with the left hand near the ring to control the volume. It is the only instrument played without ever being touched.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Theremin
Date Made
1929-1935
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
68.62.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Nickel (Metal)
Copper (Metal)
Wire
Textile materials
Dimensions
Height: 46.5 in
Width: 12 in
Length: 19 in
Inscriptions
label, inside:
RCA Theremin
Model AR-1264
Input volts 105 125 Cycles 50 60
Caution! Before Installing or Operating Read Instructions . . .
[Patent Numbers 1129942...1661058]
Radio-Victor Corporation of America
New York, N.Y. U.S.A.
plaque, front:
Volume
Pitch
Quimby-Shyrock Corporation
Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia
Volume/Quimby Shryock/Corporation/Ritten house Square/Philadelphia/Pitch
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