KPFA’s Holiday Fund Drive is here which means we’re featuring four wonderful antique radios, thanks to the California Historical Radio Society (CHRS)! These restored radios are available as gifts on our Donation page in the “Radios” section. Your generous donation will not only support KPFA’s mission but also help CHRS – Home of the Bay Area Radio Museum & Hall of Fame!
1940’s Pilot T504 “Junior” AM and Shortwave Tabletop Radio – GONE ALREADY!
This classic 1940s Pilot radio with AM and shortwave has been fully restored and upgraded with a modern Aux In port and Bluetooth capability, so you can stream music, podcasts, or any audio from your phone or other devices, as well as enjoy authentic AM radio reception. The Pilot T504 is a charming example of mid-20th-century American radio design and distinctive styling from an era when Pilot was a leading maker of consumer radios. Unusual for its time, the T504’s speaker uses a field-coil design that gives it a warm, rich sound signature prized by collectors and audio enthusiasts alike. This radio is ready to be shipped to your home and makes a unique gift for vintage electronics lovers.
1939 Detrola 3044 AM Tabletop Radio – GONE ALREADY!
This Detrola Model 3044 table radio, produced around 1939, is a scarce and highly sought-after example of late-1930s American radio design. This radio has been electronically restored and upgraded with an Aux In port and Bluetooth capability, allowing you to stream music, podcasts, or any audio directly from your phone or other devices, while still enjoying classic AM radio reception. Housed in a beautifully preserved wooden cabinet with its original finish and decorative grille, this radio showcases striking wood grain and retains a rich, original sheen. The Detrola is both a standout collector piece and a functional display of radio’s golden era. This radio is available to be shipped to your home.
1940’s Dewald AM Tabletop Radio – $500
This 1940s DeWald AM radio has been electronically restored and thoughtfully upgraded with an Aux In port and Bluetooth capability, allowing you to stream music, podcasts, or any audio directly from your phone or other devices, while still enjoying traditional AM radio reception. DeWald radios were known for their solid craftsmanship and stylish designs, making them a popular choice in American homes during the Golden Age of radio. Housed in a classic mid-century cabinet, this radio blends vintage character with modern functionality and warm sound. This radio is available to be shipped directly to your home.
1955 Zenith Y513 Radio – $465
This classic Zenith AM radio has been fully electronically restored and thoughtfully upgraded with an Aux In port and Bluetooth capability, so you can stream music, podcasts, or any audio directly from your phone or other devices while still enjoying authentic AM radio reception. Zenith has long been celebrated for combining elegant industrial design with reliable performance, and this example proudly reflects that heritage with its distinctive cabinet, giant speaker, and excellent sound quality. Professionally updated for today’s listening needs, it makes a perfect centerpiece for a vintage radio collection or a stylish, functional accent in your home. This radio is available to be shipped to you.
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