What transistor radios are worth money?

Generally, the most collectable and historic transistor radios are those made in Japan from 1956 to 1963 and America from 1955-60. One easy way to date a transistor radio to this period is to look for small triangles or circles between the 6 & 7 and the 12 & 16 on the dial.

How much did a transistor radio cost in 1960?

The more modest radios were around $70– about $1,050 today. By the 1960s TV had already become the biggest home service. However, the portable transistor radio was all the rage and cost a premium for such a small piece of equipment. A Sony 8-channel transistor radio with batteries cost $49.95.

What is a transistor radio used for?

a radio receiver in which semiconductor devices, primarily transistors and semiconductor diodes, are used for the amplification, frequency conversion, and detection of signals.

Are old radios worth any money?

Like many collectible items, radios are subject to fads that artificially inflate prices. Currently, any radio with a Catalin cabinet may be valued at hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars over the price of a comparable Bakelite set.

What is a good AM FM radio?

Our Top Picks

• Best Overall. Sangean PR-D18BK AM/FM/Portable Digital Radio.
• Best Overall Analog. Panasonic Portable AM / FM Radio.
• Best Bang For The Buck. Sony ICFP26 Portable AM/FM Radio.
• Best Emergency. Kaito KA500 5-way Emergency AM/FM/SW/NOAA Radio.
• Best For Camping.
• Best Waterproof.

Where are Sony radios made?

Sony products made in China.

Who invented transistor radio?

Texas Instruments
Transistor radio/Inventors

When did they stop making tube radios?

By 1967 the last of the remaining manufacturers would end production of tube radios.

Are Eton radios any good?

OVERALL: I give it four stars. It has a lot of features for a portable radio in the price range. It’s easy to use. Gets more than adequate reception for my area, and pretty decent sound quality for a portable.