The Top 300! - Spring Classic Part 2
Lot 115a:
Description
Rediscover the art of classic sound with the Zenith 10S464, an iconic piece of audio history. This remarkable console radio is a blend of timeless craftsmanship and rich audio quality, featuring 10 tubes and powerful AM and Shortwave capabilities. Its meticulously designed wooden cabinet and vintage dial evoke the elegance of the 1940s, making it both a functional radio and a collector’s piece. It delivers an immersive listening experience, with exceptional sound clarity and depth that modern devices struggle to match.
The polished wood cabinet and Art Deco-inspired design make it a standout in any room. Every detail, from the intricately carved grille to the classic tuning dial, reflects the elegance of a bygone era. This console radio is more than a display piece; it’s a fully operational radio that captures the nostalgic charm of mid-century design. Its durable construction and vintage appeal make it a must-have for any enthusiast of authentic, collectible radios.
Unmatched Sound Quality and Powerful Reception
This Zenith 10S464 is designed for those who appreciate high-quality audio. Its 10-tube chassis offers an impressive range and clarity, delivering a warm, rich sound perfect for tuning in to local AM broadcasts or exploring Shortwave bands. With robust bass and nuanced midrange tones, the Zenith 10S464 produces a sound quality that fills the room with depth and character. This classic radio allows you to step back in time and experience radio broadcasts the way they were meant to be heard.
This is a top shelf, high-end radio from 1940
Spring Mounted gold hammer tone finish chassis.
“Wavemagnet” internal antenna can be rotated for peak reception. Black Dial, Green tuning eye, Zenith weighted flywheel and large tuning dial.
Standard broadcast (AM) and shortwave bands
All restored to original condition
New period speaker cloth
This cabinet is a classic design with amazing walnut veneers and quilted maple inlays. It has been beautifully refinished with satin lacquer.
The chassis is in excellent condition and with nine tubes, it receives the Broadcast band (550 to 1700 KC) and Short Wave in two bands from 1.7 to 18 MC.
It has a input jack on the chassis so you can connect your iPod, phone, LP , CD , electric guitar or other audio source.
Organ Style tone and station buttons.
Dimensions: 28.5” W x 41.5” H x 15.8″ D
Note: Pickup/Transport required. Contacts available post auction.
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