Click play at right to see the phonograph in action.
In 1956, to commemorate its recording contract with Elvis, RCA offered an "Elvis Presley" signature series of its popular 1955 portable EY series record players. The Elvis Model "7-EP-45" signature series is blue vinyl with a light blue tweed lid, white interior and white volume and tone finger wheels, while the tone arm and matching spindle top are tan in color. The lid has two snap arm closures on either side and a clear plastic carrying handle. The RCA Victor logo is in white on the front plaid cloth and Elvis Presley’s printed signature is in gold at the top front right corner. The interior has the original gold sticker listing the model number as "7-EP-45" and the serial number RVG 0010364. This larger, more expensive model proved not as popular as the EY series and therefore is much scarcer today. This portable Elvis signature series 45 record player enabled the enthusiast and fan to listen to the king on the go. This model would have been accompanied by the special TRIPLE-EP Elvis Presley (SPD-23)--an example of this very scarce item is offered as the next lot in this auction. The phonograph presents with a working motor but may need a new needle for better playback. Excellent condition.