Magnavox Antique Radios
Magnavox antique radios were originally built under the name of Commercial Wireless & Development Company. The company was established in 1917 after its founders, Edwin Pridham and Peter L. Jensen, were able to invent the loudspeaker
–a simple device that could easily amplify sound to greater level. The invention was made in 1915 and they named it Magnavox because of its power. Because of the popularity of Magnavox, the company was renamed to Magnavox to boost their popularity. Magnavox still exists to this day but it is now under Philips. In 1974, Philips purchased part of Magnavox specifically, the part that deals with consumer electronics.
The antique radios of Magnavox are those that were built since its inception until 1974 or pre-Philips take over. Magnavox is one of the most powerful consumer electronics until today since they were credited with the invention of loudspeakers. Because of the size of the first loudspeakers, most of the antique Magnavox radios are large in sizes. They are usually associated with furniture since the radio is often placed inside a large case. Even during the 50s, the company is still manufacturing furniture type Magnavox antique radio. Because of their legacy, Magnavox still exists today as one of the well known brands for radios and sound related equipment.
1920 Antique Radio Magnavox Horn Speaker |
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12 | $117.50 | 16h 6m | |
Antique Magnavox Hi-Fi Stereo Console Phonograph Radio |
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$170.00 | 21d 19h 52m |



