Fidelity RAD 23

Fidelity RAD 23, transistor radio, AC mains and battery, 9v, portable model, modern plastic case with brushed aluminium top trim

Type Audio
Decade
Category Radio
Brand Fidelity

Manufactured by Fidelity in 1972 this ten transistor radio is housed in a plastic case with brushed aluminium top trims. Printed circuit board technology was employed to mount most of the components. A separate internal compartment was provided to house a 9volt PP9 battery used to power the radio. An internal ferrite rod aerial was fitted for portable signal reception also a telescopic aerial for FM. Additional sockets were provided for car aerial, tape/earphone and external power input. This radio featured 3 reception wavebands medium, long wave and VHF selectable by means of 3 push buttons on the radio’s top.

This receiver has undergone a complete restoration in our museum workshop and is now in full working order.