1958

Ekco U354

1958

Ekco U354

Ekco U354, valve table radio, AC/DC mains, vhf, two tone moulded modern plastic case - dark brown with white front

Type Audio
Decade 1950s
Category Radio
Brand Ekco

This 6-valve receiver was first introduced in 1958. Housed in a two tone moulded plastic case this VHF mono band radio featured an internal aerial for reception of local stations.

On the rear of the cabinet a socket was provided for connection of an external FM dipole antenna for enhanced reception coverage. Sockets were also provided for connection of an extension loudspeaker.

Did you know...

The retail-selling price was £13.2s.4d including purchase tax when it was first released in 1958. The average working wage in 1958 was £7.15s.7d for a 47-hour week.