Palma

Palma, manufactured by Talleres del Llobregat S.A. [Automaticos] of Barcelona, Spain in 1966, is a rare electro-mechanical pinball machine named for Palma de Mallorca, the capital and largest city of Spain's Balearic Islands.

Gameplay on Palma features an array of distinctive elements, including two reverse flippers, three pop bumpers, four passive bumpers, and a standup target. The triple outlane configuration is particularly noteworthy, providing multiple paths for the ball to drain. Bulb scoring adds an element of visual flair, while metal legs and rails adorned with cigarette holders contribute to the machine's retro charm, topped off with a wedge-head backbox.

Palma's theme, centered around beach, travel, water, women, and world places, was typical of the era's escapist pinball themes. Unfortunately, little information is available on the designer or any notable trivia surrounding this machine. Nonetheless, Palma's rarity makes it an interesting addition to any collection focused on Spanish pinball history.