Tom Albrecht's Radio and TV Attic
"Selling radios at the Radio Attic since September 2012"

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408-425-1578
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Better Bluetooth is available on any radio I sell for an extra charge of $35.
  • Completely enclosed inside the radio (no cables or external modules)
  • Completely self-powered (no batteries that need to be charged)
  • Automatic switching between radio and Bluetooth (just hit "PLAY" on your device, and the radio switches to Bluetooth!)
  • Audio level same as the radio's normal volume

Emerson 520 Catalin (1946)
(Catalin tube table radio w/Aux or BT)

Emerson 520 Catalin (1946)

Emerson had many famous cabinet designs, including this one, which is attributed to Raymond Loewy, the prominent American industrial designer who transformed everyday items into modern works of art. This is one of the desirable Catalin versions of this cabinet, with gorgeous butterscotch marbled with the brown base material. Catalin radio cabinets often crack or show other defects due to shrinkage of the material, but this one is very nice -- completely free of cracks or chips, and with a beautiful shine. Even the original Bakelite back (particularly prone to cracking due to differential material shrinkage) is in nice condition. Knobs, grille, grille cloth, dial, and back are all original. A new clear dial cover has been installed. The chassis has had a full electrical restoration with all paper and electrolytic capacitors replaced, new resistors where needed, a strong set of tubes, and a careful RF/IF alignment. A new polarized power cord has been installed and the power switch circuitry has been updated to improve safety. This radio plays like brand new, with good sensitivity and sound quality. Lighted dial. Time to add a Catalin radio to your collection! 11"W x 8-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D.  $325.00. (1310229)

Emerson 520 Catalin (1946)

Emerson had many famous cabinet designs, including this one, which is attributed to Raymond Loewy, the prominent American industrial designer who transformed everyday items into modern works of art. This is one of the desirable Catalin versions of this cabinet, with gorgeous butterscotch marbled with the brown base material. Catalin radio cabinets often crack or show other defects due to shrinkage of the material, but this one is very nice -- completely free of cracks or chips, and with a beautiful shine. Even the original Bakelite back (particularly prone to cracking due to differential material shrinkage) is in nice condition. Knobs, grille, grille cloth, dial, and back are all original. A new clear dial cover has been installed. The chassis has had a full electrical restoration with all paper and electrolytic capacitors replaced, new resistors where needed, a strong set of tubes, and a careful RF/IF alignment. A new polarized power cord has been installed and the power switch circuitry has been updated to improve safety. This radio plays like brand new, with good sensitivity and sound quality. Lighted dial. Time to add a Catalin radio to your collection! 11"W x 8-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D.  $325.00. (1310229)
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