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Keys, Paddles and Bugs
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THE
VIBROPLEX STORY
A revolution in communcation occurred with the development of the telegraph. However, the early telegraph keys used to send messages caused severe strain on the telegrapher's wrist - a condition now known as carpal tunnel syndrome. In 1902, inventor Horace G. Martin patented the first in a line of devices which solved the problem: the Martin Autoplex, an electro-mechanical sending device which required batteries.  Two years later, Martin went into business with a group of entrepreneurs, forming the United Electrical Manufacturing Company. It was also in 1904 that Martin filed his second patent for a new sending device which used a weighted, vibrating arm and did not require the use of a magnetic coil or batteries. This device was the basis for the first Vibroplex. In 1908, the association between Martin and U.E.M. ended when the latter went out of business. However, J.E. Albright, who began a business catering to the telephone industry in 1890, began marketing the Vibroplex for Martin. On March 12, 1915, Albright filed a certificate of incorporation in New York for The Vibroplex Company, Inc. Within a few short years, Vibroplex came to represent the best of the telegraphic, and later Amateur Radio, industry. Today, as in all of its proud history, the heritage of Vibroplex symbolizes the interest, camaraderie, and esprit de corps of the worldwide ham radio community. See also Tom French's Vibroplex Collectors' Guide. |
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Vibroplex
Original Standard
First patented in 1904, the Vibroplex© Original is designed for code speeds ranging from approximately 20 wpm to 50+ wpm. Owning this beautifully crafted instrument will link you to a great tradition. Weight 4 lbs. Cord not included. A left-handed version is available by special order.  Vibroplex
Original Deluxe
Based on the
Original, the Vibroplex© Deluxe has a highly polished chrome base, and
jeweled pivots. Weight 4 lbs. Cord not included.
A left-handed version is available by special order. Also available by special order: Original Presentation - like the Deluxe but with gold-plated label Original Gold - base is plated in 24K gold. |
 Vibroplex "VIBROCUBE" Dual Paddle
The VIBROCUBE
registers just under 6 pounds on the scale. The base is
USA-forged cold rolled steel, upper components are zinc,
steel and brass. The finger pieces are hard red acrylic.
Instead of magnetic tensioning, we use the tried and
true spring loaded method which provides a greater range
of possible tension settings than magnets allow.  Look at the
red acrylic finger piece used on
VIBROCUBE
versus the standard
finger piece as used on the Vibroplex Iambic Standard
paddle. This is not a fragile, delicate device. All working parts except the finger
pieces are metal. The
base, frame, and levers are electrostatic
powdercoated in a wrinkle black finish. It's difficult
to chip or scratch the paint. Adjustment components are
chromed brass; the contact points are coin-grade silver.
Four non-skid rubber feet are affixed to the bottom for
extra non-movement stability.see user comments below VIBROCUBE Standard Paddle: VIBROCUBE Standard Upgraded Paddle:  Vibroplex
"Iambic Standard" Dual Paddle
The "Iambic
Srandard" dual paddle is
a direct descendent of the Original Bug. It
incorporates the traditional Vibroplex©
look for use with modern electronic keyers. The code speed with the Iambic
depends on the particular electronic keyer with which it is operated.
And, you get the same crisp operation at 5 words per minute as you do
at 50+ wpm. Weight 3 lbs. Cord not included.
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"Iambic Deluxe" Dual Paddle As above, with chrome base and jewelled pivots. VP-PID
$209.95
Iambic Presentation - like the Deluxe but with gold-plated label Iambic Gold - base is plated in 24K gold.  Vibroplex
Square "Brass Racer" Dual Paddle The Square "Brass Racer Iambic" is crafted from solid brass with a lacquer coated brushed finish mounted on a hardwood base. Includes the new Knoxville serialized Vibroplex nameplate Weight 2.5 lbs. Cord included. VP-PBRS
$149.95
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"Square Racer" Dual Paddle A descendent of the original Brass Racer, the Square Racer has a solid steel base on four rubber feet which anchor the Square Racer in the operation position. Weight 2 lbs. Cord included. VP-PBSS
$139.95
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"Square Racer Deluxe" Dual Paddle As above, with chrome plated base and red fingerpieces. VP-PBSD
$169.95
 Vibroplex Code Warrior Jr Dual Paddle The Vibroplex® Code Warrior Junior™ is the production version of the NORCAL K8FF paddle. Weight 1.5 Lbs. Cord not included. VP-PCW
$109.95
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"Vibrokeyer" Standard Single Paddle
The Vibrokeyer
is a single-lever paddle using the same main frame and
decorative chrome finished parts as the Original "Bug" for the same
smooth and easy operating Vibroplex®
feel. The Vibrokeyer is for those who want to
combine traditional skill with modern electronics. Weight 3 lbs. Cord
not included.
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"Vibrokeyer" Deluxe Single Paddle
Based on the
Vibrokeyer Standard, the Deluxe model has a highly polished
chrome base, and
jeweled pivots. Weight 3 lbs. Cord not included.
Vibrokeyer Gold - base is plated in 24K gold. |
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Vibroplex Straight Key
Standard
The design is distinctly Vibroplex®.
A heavy solid steel base anchors the straight key to the operating
position. The lever arm pivots in the famous chromed mainframe. A
stainless steel spring allows complete control of the tension. And, of
course, the Straight Key has the famous brass Vibroplex logo plate with a
unique serial number pinned to the top of the base with stainless steel
pins. With the logo plate attached, the new Straight Key is destined to
become the latest Vibroplex Collectible.
The Straight Key has a unique mechanical action, unlike any straight key that has ever been manufactured! Yet, the smooth action and heavy steel base allow the operator to send perfect code. Weight 3 lbs. Cord not included.  Vibroplex Straight Key
Deluxe As above, with bright chrome plated base. Straight Key Gold with base is plated in 24K gold. |
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