RCA Antique Radios

RCA or Radio Corporation of America was founded in 1919 as a result of varying political factors especially with the US government’s efforts to control the communication patents. The company was established by GE and AT&T as a result of the purchase with Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company of America. After years of organization, RCA became an important part of the radio industry because of their different radio stations. They became involved in radio manufacturing when they acquired Victor in 1929. The RCA-Victor is credited to produce records with 33" ÷ rpm. It really didn’t fare well but it showed RCA’s ability to be part of the recording industry. RCA is also a strong supporter of 8-Track players. RCA was eventually dissolved by GE on 1986.

RCA manufactured radios under its name as well as GE. Like most radio manufacturing companies, they offered cathedral, tombstone and cabinet type of antique radio that was marketed during the depression era. Since their purchase of Victor, they diversified and offered antique radio phonographs. They usually come in large cabinet designs, especially during the 40s and the 50s. Its size usually suggests the price but the functions of RCA phonograph radios are very impressive. A cabinet radio could have an AM/FM function, phonograph player and even a microphone.