Early Radio 1920-1929
In 1920 very few people had a radio. Imagine an AM radio costing as much as a used car! By the end of the decade radio was a common feature of modern life.
Golden Age 1930-1949
In the 30s radios were relatively less expensive and becoming part of the furniture. Television would soon bring about the the end of the golden age of radio.
End of an Era 1950-1970
There were a lot of cool radios made in the 50s but by the end of the 70s tubes were gone having been replaced with transistors.
Promotional Radios 1970s
By this time, transistorized radios were cheap and plentiful and found their way into novelty and promotional items.
Tube Art
Check out the artworkt on these early 01A tubes and parts boxes.
EKKO Stamps
Before QSL Cards or Neilson ratings EKKO stamps provided broadcasters with feedback from listeners; sort of.
Radio Collector Resources
Here is an asortment of links for radio clubs, restoration materials and repair information.
Communications Radios
This category is about shortwave, HAM and Citizens Band radios.