Transistor Radio, Promotional Product from Amoco Corporation, 1973-1980
Add to SetSummary
The size of radios shrank following the advent of transistor technology. Even the smallest vacuum tubes were bulky, and their power consumption ensured the need for large batteries. Transistor radios made of lightweight plastics were cheap and truly portable. With the addition of an earphone a radio such as this allowed the listener to enjoy a completely personal listening experience.
The size of radios shrank following the advent of transistor technology. Even the smallest vacuum tubes were bulky, and their power consumption ensured the need for large batteries. Transistor radios made of lightweight plastics were cheap and truly portable. With the addition of an earphone a radio such as this allowed the listener to enjoy a completely personal listening experience.
Artifact
Transistor radio
Date Made
1973-1980
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
94.56.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Non-ferrous Metal
Paper (Fiber product)
Plastic
Dimensions
Height: 4.25 in
Width: 1.625 in
Length: 2.75 in
Inscriptions
<TUN VOL> American Amoco The Original Super-Premium Lead-Free AmocoLead Free embossed: Made in Taiwan
Share Anywhere
Use this Artifact Card to share this great find with others. From historic images to vivid descriptions, a record of rich detail is bundled inside a single card.
