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5 Valve Mains Receiver
5 Valve Mains Receiver
5 Valve Mains Receiver

5 Valve Mains Receiver

Manufacturer
Date1934 - 1939
Object NameRadio
Mediumbakelite case (asbestos)
ClassificationsEngineering
DimensionsOverall: Height: 51 cm, Width: 28.5 cm, Depth: 23.5 c
AcquisitionPresented in 1987 by Mr I Robertson.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS012660
About MeBig clear tuning dials like this began to appear from 1930 onwards. Before then stations often broadcast on similar frequencies creating interference but from 1929 onwards a system of evenly spaced broadcast frequencies was introduced.