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Siemens "Type M 848" Mobile Radio-Phonograph – Iconic 1950s Design
€1,700Bid from €850
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Manzano, ItalyOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 5 sales
Product description
Splendid original Siemens Type M 848 radio-phonograph cabinet, a true masterpiece of German electronics produced between 1954 and 1956. This object is not just an electronic device, but a true piece of mid-20th-century European design history.
Crafted from fine wood with elegant brass finishes, it features the classic "Music Mobile" aesthetic of the era, characterized by understated lines and a striking stage presence. A perfect furnishing accessory for lofts, executive offices, or modernist-style living rooms.
Technical Details and Components
Model: Siemens Type M 848 (Made in Germany).
Radio: Multi-band receiver (FM/FM, short, medium, and long wave) with original intact dial.
Record Player: Internal housing with vintage tilt-head turntable.
Tubes: Equipped with a set of classic tubes (EL84, EABC80, EF41, etc.) and the iconic EM34 "Magic Eye" (circular tuning indicator).
Speaker: Large, gold-tone metal mesh lower front grille.
Conditions and Sale
This item is sold exclusively as a work of art, a collector's item, or a decorative accessory.
Operation: Untested. Sold as "not working" for electrical safety reasons. Ideal for anyone seeking an electronics restoration project or a static display piece.
Aesthetics: The cabinet is solid and complete with all original components (knobs, Bakelite buttons, trim). The wooden top features an authentic patina with signs of aging and surface scratches that testify to its originality (easily restored with furniture polish).
Dimensions and Weight
Height: 96 cm
Width: 60 cm
Depth: 42 cm
Weight: approximately 30 kg
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBrownMaterialPlastic, MetalNumber of items1Height96 cmWidth60 cmDepth42 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, Scratches
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Manzano, ItalyOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 5 sales