Case for Zenith Royal 500 Transistor Portable Radio
Manufacturer
Zenith Radio Corporation
Datec. 1959 - 1960
Object NameCase
Mediumplastic (nylon):leather
ClassificationsScience And Technology
DimensionsOverall: Height: 15.1 cm, Width: 8.7 cm, Depth: 3.7 cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS022161.2
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.
1920s - 1930s
