Dansette 222, Portable Transistor Radio, LW and MW
ManufacturerManufactured by
Dansette
Date1960
Object NameRadio
MediumPlastic,metal
ClassificationsDomestic
Dimensions14.5 x 7.6 x 21.5cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2007 by Mrs P Finnie.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS079804
Keywords
Transistors replaced valves as the means of amplifying sound during the 1950s. Much smaller than valves, and not needing to warm up in order to work, the transistor meant radio design could become smaller and realistically portable.
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
