RESTORED Near mint Old Antique Zenith Vintage C845 Tube Radio Works Perfect

On the top right of the page if you would like to see my new vintage radio listings on your homepage! This is the model that gave birth to the H845 and X337 and X338.

In Zenith Advertising, this radio design could have come right off the set of AMCs Mad Men. Note: as an added bonus I'll include a copy of a Zenith ad featuring this model which was used by salesmen from Zenith to market to dealers! It is a great companion piece for such a cool radio.

Great companion piece for your new radio. This radio would be perfect as a daily player, or as a prized collectible - they're built like tanks.

For those unfamiliar with Zeniths C845 radio it is legendary with Zenith collectors - the sound is truly amazing you have to hear it to believe it. With two loud speakers (an 8 Woofer and 3.5 electrostatic Tweeter), this radio represented the pinnacle of achievement of Zeniths High Fidelity sound efforts.

The C845 was the first in a series of almost identical models thatned from 1959 through 1967, before Zenith finally went to Solid State printed circuit radio technology. The C845 was followed in 1963 and 64 by the H845 and X338, then finally the model X337 in 1967. The 845 models are much more common. Many collectors of these radios usually have more than one in their stable due to their quality construction, hand wiring, and superb performance.

Rarely are these models found in this good. Please view the video below and see / hear for yourself then scroll down for more information on this awesome sounding radio! As you can hear, this radio sounds amazing.

This radio was electronically serviced. Tubes tested and any weak ones replaced, the FM was repaired and works great now, the chassis was lightly cleaned, the controls were cleaned and lubricated!

The knobs are original but the coating is always faded on these models so they were restored and painted a metallic chrome 2 coats of primer, 3 coats of chrome paint, and 2 coats of clear coat gloss they look pretty darn good. This model is considered the "Royalty of Radio". Every Zenith enthusiast should own at least one in their collection of high-performance tube radios! Zenith and Antique Radio Collectors Dont let this one slip by! Made in the USA by.

Zenith Radio Corp; Chicago, Illinois. It has a left front side slide rule dial, large modern plastic front grille with round shiny chrome bezel surrounding the main speaker. There are 2 knobs on the right, the left is for on/off/volume the right is for bass & treble control. There is a knob and selector on the left side of the radio as well which controls band selection and tuning.

The C845 is a very solid, long lasting radio with amazing sound. Perfect for collectors or as a functional display piece to show off in your office or home & will go with any décor!

It would also make a unique gift! You will enjoy listening to it for years to come!

8 Valves / Tubes: 6BJ6 6AB4 12AT7 12BA6 12BA6 12AU6 19T8 35C5. Principle: Superhet with RF-stage; ZF/IF 455/10700 kHz.

Wave bands: Broadcast (BC) and FM. Power type and voltage: AC/DC-set / 117 Volt. Loudspeaker: 2 Loudspeakers (7.5 Woofer, 3.5 Tweeter).

Whenever you turn the dial you get a station! Using just the single wire connection that uses the power cord as an antenna. The exterior has been polished gently with a natural wood polish and maintains an.

The plastic grille has been thoroughly cleaned, and looks almost like new. The cabinet is in great shape, no nicks, no cracks, solid and structurally sound. The knobs were refinished in a chrome paint to be somewhat consistent with the other Chrome bezels. There are a few imperfections and you may find a blemish here or there but I have not noticed anything significant - this radios exterior is in great shape. The Power cord and plug are also original and in good pliable condition. The original back is sturdy and in good condition with all of its original screws in place. All four feet are original and functional.

Most of these are found in poor condition check Worth Point or Google and you will see what I mean not this one! This one is amazingly almost like new its really remarkable! 1959 Zenith C845 Radio Ad. Zenith puts the richest, truest high fidelity ever into a new and elegantly designed Cabinet! Here is the ultimate in table radio tonal fidelity.

Adapts as stereophonic remote speaker. Deluxe features include: Broad Range Tone Control, Automatic Volume Control, easy-to-read Slide Rule Dial, and Phono-Jack.

Its exquisite fine-furniture cabinetry with deluxe grille styling. Choice of Maple, Light Walnut, Dark Walnut veneers, and ebony color. No small sum radio enthusiasts were willing to pay for the performance of this radio as a luxury. Dimension: 15" in length X 10" high X 8 in depth. I use plenty of Bubble Wrap, extra padding and double box or use extra box support material.

It will be marked Fragile & This side up on the box to make sure it is handled carefully. The radio is fully insured. A small sampling of my feedback. Best packaging ever for a vintage radio - I really appreciate it. Fantastic radio as advertised, careful and thoughtful packaging. If there are any problems, please contact me and we can review options. DETROIT WAS A BOOMTOWN DURING THE HEIGHT OF THE RADIOS POPULARITY (1930s 1950s) SO THIS LOCATION IS HOME TO MANY RARE AND HARD TO FIND VINTAGE RADIOS - PLEASE STAY TUNED AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST! The item "RESTORED Near mint Old Antique Zenith Vintage C845 Tube Radio Works Perfect" is in sale since Thursday, February 25, 2016.

This item is in the category "Collectibles\Radio, Phonograph, TV, Phone\Radios\Tube Radios\1950-59". The seller is "radioseek" and is located in Rochester, Michigan. This item can be shipped to United States, to Canada, to United Kingdom, to Germany, to Japan, to France.

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
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