Melody Lane
About This Machine
Melody Lane, designed by Wayne Neyens and manufactured by D. Gottlieb & Company in September 1960, showcases the art of pinball design during the electro-mechanical (EM) era. This two-player machine features a lively theme of dancing, pageantry, and singing, with artwork by Roy Parker. Production was limited to 1,000 confirmed units.
As a player navigates Melody Lane, they'll encounter dual outlanes, four slingshots, and two kick-out holes, alongside three pop bumpers, three passive bumpers, and a roto-target, creating a dynamic experience. With a maximum displayed score of 1,999 points per player and optional 3 or 5 ball play, Melody Lane rewards strategy and skill.
The art and design of Melody Lane reflect the era's flair for spectacle and showmanship, featuring images of dancing girls, singing women, and other pageantry-inspired motifs, making it a notable find for collectors and enthusiasts of classic Gottlieb EM machines.
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Technical Details
- Theme:
- Dancing - Girls - Pageantry - Singing - Women
- Model Number:
- 171
- Notable Features:
- Flippers (2), Pop bumpers (3), Passive bumpers (3), Slingshots (4), Kick-out holes (2), Roto-target (1), Left and right dual outlanes. 3 or 5 ball play. Maximum displayed point score is 1,999 points per player.
Credits
- Designer:
- Wayne Neyens
- Artist:
- Roy Parker