#RCA VICTOR RADIO BAKELITE PROFESSIONAL#
Comes from non-smoking, mature, clean professional environment.ĭIMENSIONS: Approximately 12.5" x 8.5" x 10" (l x w x h) All wiring has been thoroughly checked for possible bridging and weak solder connection. No exposed wiring. The radio has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected.
The replacement power cord and plug is in excellent original working condition with no cracks, or splits. The set has been aligned according to factory specifications. There is no loud or pervasive static between stations. All out-of-spec resistors have been replaced with modern correct value and voltage equivalents. So neat! All paper and wax capacitors have been replaced with modern equivalents so this radio has another 50+ years or more of playing time! Bottom factory label is in intact condition. No missing ink, smudges, or rub-off on dial lettering. Both dial lights work and light up brightly. The tuning dial is clear no yellowing no missing center metal cap. This radio is over 65 years old! All the dial numbers are crisp and clear. This antique plays great without need of external antenna attachment. Knobs are original and securely attached. Original factory molded color no repaints no over spray and no touch ups. Original factory grill cloth is clean, not ripped no runs no separation.
The gold metal design trim is in shiny condition, securely attached, some gold paint is discolored in spots. This brown Bakelite cabinet is beautiful mirror glossy no scuffs no swirly micro scratches. Picks up AM stations clearly and loudly up and down the dial. Tabletop tube AM radio manufactured by RCA Victor in 1950 in excellent working and physical condition. Are you looking for Bakelite? This is it! This radio has a large 8" speaker. Brown Bakelite 1950 RCA Victor Model 9X561 Vacuum Tube AM Radio Best Sounding Radio!ĭESCRIPTION: One of the best sounding vacuum tube all Bakelite radios of the era! People ask which radio sounds the best from mid century period.