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Better Bluetooth is available on any radio I sell for an extra charge of $35.
  • Completely enclosed inside the radio (no cables or external modules)
  • Completely self-powered (no batteries that need to be charged)
  • Automatic switching between radio and Bluetooth (just hit "PLAY" on your device, and the radio switches to Bluetooth!)
  • Audio level same as the radio's normal volume

RCA 8X681 (1948)
(Bakelite tube table radio w/SW)

RCA 8X681 (1948)

THIS RADIO HAS BEEN SOLD!

This RCA is a Mid-Century work of art by industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss. A member of the engineering faculty of Cal Tech, Dreyfuss designed some of the most famous products of his time, including a streamlined locomotive, the classic Western Electric 500 phone, the Westclox "Big Ben" alarm clock, and the Honeywell round thermostat. This radio's smooth rounded Bakelite cabinet with its bright brass accents and perforated Lucite dial makes quite a statement, particularly when the illuminated dial is visible at night. As the pictures make clear, this radio is in excellent condition, with no significant defects. Even the bottom "RCA Golden Throat" and tube layout labels are in good shape. The six-tube chassis has been fully restored to work like new, with excellent sensitivity and sound quality. In addition to the AM broadcast band, this radio has a short wave band covering 9.5-12.2 MHz. The four brass thumbwheel knobs are for on-off/volume, tone, band switch, and tuning. A third position on the band switch selects the phono input with an RCA jack on the bottom. Restoration of the chassis included replacement of all electrolytic and paper capacitors, a few new resistors, a good set of tubes, a careful alignment, and a new polarized power cord with updated power switch circuitry for improved safety. Use it to listen to AM broadcasts, or order with my "Better Bluetooth" option to play your own program material. Only $25 shipping to 48 states. 12-1/2"W x 8"H x 7"D.

RCA 8X681 (1948)

THIS RADIO HAS BEEN SOLD!

This RCA is a Mid-Century work of art by industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss. A member of the engineering faculty of Cal Tech, Dreyfuss designed some of the most famous products of his time, including a streamlined locomotive, the classic Western Electric 500 phone, the Westclox "Big Ben" alarm clock, and the Honeywell round thermostat. This radio's smooth rounded Bakelite cabinet with its bright brass accents and perforated Lucite dial makes quite a statement, particularly when the illuminated dial is visible at night. As the pictures make clear, this radio is in excellent condition, with no significant defects. Even the bottom "RCA Golden Throat" and tube layout labels are in good shape. The six-tube chassis has been fully restored to work like new, with excellent sensitivity and sound quality. In addition to the AM broadcast band, this radio has a short wave band covering 9.5-12.2 MHz. The four brass thumbwheel knobs are for on-off/volume, tone, band switch, and tuning. A third position on the band switch selects the phono input with an RCA jack on the bottom. Restoration of the chassis included replacement of all electrolytic and paper capacitors, a few new resistors, a good set of tubes, a careful alignment, and a new polarized power cord with updated power switch circuitry for improved safety. Use it to listen to AM broadcasts, or order with my "Better Bluetooth" option to play your own program material. Only $25 shipping to 48 states. 12-1/2"W x 8"H x 7"D.

Reported sold by Tom Albrecht on November 13, 2025
Listed price on date of sale - $275.00
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