Gold Record

The Gold Record, manufactured by Chicago Coin Machine Manufacturing Company in 1975, is a late electro-mechanical (EM) game released as the industry stood on the cusp of solid-state technology. Designed by Albin Peters, Jerry Koci, and Wendell McAdams with artwork by Christian Marche, it represents the final stretch of the classic electromechanical era, and Chicago Coin itself would cease operations by 1977.

The Gold Record boasts a solid array of features, including two flippers, three pop bumpers, three slingshots, five drop targets, and two standup targets. Spinning posts add a dynamic element to the game, while the end-of-ball bonus rewards players for their work during each ball. Operators could configure the game for either 3-ball or 5-ball play, and up to four players could compete on a single game.

The Gold Record's theme captures the essence of music, singing, dancing, and show business. A 2-player version of the same game was sold by Chicago Coin in 1975 as 'Top Ten'. For collectors and enthusiasts interested in the twilight of the electromechanical era, this machine offers a glimpse into a period of transition for the industry.