1979 Rock-Ola Model 477 Jukebox Brochure Vintage Music Machine Flyer

This vintage 1979 brochure features the Rock-Ola Model 477, a compact electronic jukebox known as "Max". Promoted as the first electronic phonograph of the 1980s, this music machine boasted 160 plays in the space of 100, leveraging microprocessor technology for enhanced performance. The flyer highlights innovative features such as the Random Complimentary Play, Hit Tracker, and Profit Setter, which helped optimize play sequences and maximize revenue for operators. The brochure details the Model 477 specifications, including a walnut wood grain finish, powerful 200-watt amplifier, magnetic pickup with diamond needle, and a record changer mechanism controlling 160 selections. It also lists accessories like microphones, security cash boxes, wallboxes, and remote volume controls. Printed by the Rock-Ola Manufacturing Corporation in Chicago, Illinois, this piece is a collectible artifact for jukebox enthusiasts, vintage electronics collectors, and those interested in 20th-century music technology. Measuring approximately 8.5 x 11 inches, this flyer is a prime example of late 1970s advertising design with clear, bold imagery and detailed technical text. It captures the era's transition to electronic music machines and the innovative features that defined the Rock-Ola brand's legacy.