For our Spring Fund Drive, we’re featuring another wonderful batch of antique radios, thanks to the California Historical Radio Society (CHRS)! These electronically upgraded and restored radios are available as gifts on our Donation page in the “Radios” section.
Your generous donation will not only support KPFA but also help CHRS – Home of the Bay Area Radio Museum & Hall of Fame!
1949 Zenith Model 7H922 Tube AM/FM Bakelite Tabletop Radio – $575
This Zenith is a post-war tabletop radio that captures the moment when radio technology and design entered a new era. Housed in a sleek Bakelite cabinet featuring a rarer color and Civil Defense marking, this set offers both AM and FM reception, reflecting Zenith’s leadership in early high-fidelity broadcasting.
This radio has been fully restored and thoughtfully upgraded with a modern 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 the authentic sound of a vintage tube radio. Known for its excellent build quality and warm, balanced tone, Zenith radios of this period are especially valued by collectors and audio enthusiasts alike.
1950s Grundig Majestic International Model 87 USA Tube Radio – $575
This Grundig Majestic is an example of 1950s German radio design, produced for the American market during the golden age of high-fidelity home listening. Housed in a beautifully crafted cabinet, this set reflects Grundig’s reputation for precision engineering and room-filling sound. With AM and FM reception, it also speaks to a time when radio connected listeners to voices and music from around the world.
This radio has been fully restored and upgraded with a modern 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 the authentic, warm sound that tube radios are known for.
1930s Packard Bell 46A “Stationized” Wood Case Tube Radio – $625
This 1930s Packard Bell Model 46A is a distinctive example of early Southern California radio manufacturing, showcasing the warm craftsmanship and character of pre-war design. Housed in a beautiful wood cabinet with its original finish, this set features the popular “stationized” dial which is marked with call letters instead of frequencies reflecting a time when listeners tuned in by station name rather than number.
This radio has been fully restored and upgraded with a modern 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 the authentic sound and presence of a vintage tube radio. Radios from this era are especially valued for their rich tone and historical significance, offering a direct connection to the early days of broadcast listening.
1953 Zenith Model M505 “Wave Magnet” Portable Radio – $500
This Zenith is a standout example of early portable radio design, combining mid-century style with innovative engineering. Housed in a compact, travel-ready cabinet, this set features Zenith’s “Wave Magnet” antenna system which was designed to deliver strong AM reception without the need for an external aerial, making it ideal for listening at home or on the go.
This radio has been fully restored and upgraded with a modern 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 the authentic sound of a vintage tube radio. Known for its reliable performance and warm, clear tone, Zenith radios of this era remain favorites among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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