Transistor Radio, Promotional Product from Amoco Corporation, 1973-1980
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Artifact Overview
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 Details
Artifact
Transistor radio
Date Made
1973-1980
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made for Amoco Corporation.
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
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