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E-mail addresses will be included in all postings. Tuesday, June
03, 2003 Hi, I have had in my
possession a console model of a Stromberg Carlson, built in 1927. It has 6
legs, 4 at the front. It is made of walnut, with 2 doors at the front. I also
have the work manual for the radio. It’s in pristine condition and the radio
has never been tampered with. It works perfectly. Do you have any info on the radio? Yours Truly Keith Hawkins------ e-mail keith.hawkins@sympatico.ca Friday, June 13,
2003 Did Stromberg-Carlson
ever have a contract for installing interoffice telephone wires in Florida in
the 1970's? I had an old high school
buddy who worked for this company down there in the summer of 1974 and I was
trying to verify this information. Any information you could provide would be
appreciated. Sincerely, Rusty Wilbur Friday, June 13,
2003 RobinAnnHicks@aol.com I had an unusual
occurrence happen the other day. A neighbor’s car went out of control and ran
into my garage damaging everything inside. One the items was a Stromberg
Carlson console, model # RP-781WO . I would be very grateful to you if
you have any information as to a value of this unit. If you could get back to
me as soon as possible I would appreciate it, the insurance adjuster wants to
settle quickly. Thank you so
much. Robin & Jamie Hicks Wednesday, June
18, 2003 The Strack's
[stracks@capital.net] Hi I found your
website and was surprised and pleased to find such an interest in Stromberg
Carlson equipment I have a
Stromberg Carlson Radio that I have had for over 30 years. It is a table top
model A Stromberg Carlson Radio Receiver 130-R is on the inside paper along
with patents and other info such as it was made in Rochester, NY Manufactured
by Stromberg Carlson Telephone Mfg. Co.
It has the electric eye and the wooden veneer case is fair shape Can
anyone provide any information on this radio or direct me to were I may
obtain some (information)? It still works and receives. It appears to be an
early model short wave as well as AM. I could provide a picture if that would
be helpful. I have no idea what the vintage and or value may be, and
inquiring if it would be worth refinishing the case as well. Thanks Francis Strack Lake Placid, NY Melissa J.
Mickey e-mail: zbgns1900@msn.com Hello, I am happy
to find your web page. About 1966 my folks bought a console stereo and
gave the Stromberg-Carlson to my uncle. When my folks died earlier this
year, I asked my aunt if she would trade for the console stereo. She
said yes. I go out to the garage just to run my hands over the wood. It is
beautiful. I would like to get it working again. It is a radio
receiver no.1409 PG "Hepplewhite". Any information
would be wonderful. Thank you. Melissa J.
Mickey Eugene, OR avrial
[avrial@mindspring.com] Hi, Just wanted to
let you all know I have a Stromberg Carlson No16 cone speaker up on ebay if
anyone is looking for one.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2187672253&category=38033 Thanks Rob Intentions024@aol.com Stromberg
Carlson Record Player Floor Model Hello I recently
found a Model SP-771WO Floor model record player. We are interested in
finding out its value its in working condition But we are not sure of the
Date of it I haven’t found any on it Could you please get back to me as soon
as possible Sir: In 1948-49
while living in California, I purchased a Stromberg-Carlson Television
Receiver No. TS-125-EM5. The dealer said there were only two of the
cabinets made. The cabinet is called "Chinese Classic".
The 45-rpm record changer works as well as the LP changer. The
radio works but not well, as I don't have it connected to an outside
antenna. The TV, I don't think works. If you could possible shed
any information or knowledge, I would greatly appreciate. I have spent
hours searching online to no avail. Thanks, James Brown I have a Stromberg Carlson console model
662 which I have had refinished. It is generally in fine condition but two
things are missing and hopefully someone out there may be able to help
me. The speaker is missing. I can see
by the opening on the supporting panel that it takes a 9" inch speaker
and over the years the knobs have been lost. I would like to replace the
missing features. Appreciate your help. Any idea when this model was
manufactured. It has been in the family since new. From: Robert
Toepfer [mailto:rtoepfer@nalu.net] I don't know if
this is the correct address but anyways- I have a Stromberg-Carlson triple
range megacycles radio receiver No. 130-R. If you have any info on it please
let me know. Oh, it also is on a speaker/table and is in good condition. They
both work. Thanks for any info. Re:
Stromberg-Carlson RF-480 Loudspeaker Dear Members of
the SC: Does anyone have the spec sheets on the
above speaker? I have one. I like to restore it to the original spec's. This
speaker has 41 lbs. ALNICO magnet. I
think that it is the largest magnet ever used in a speaker. Thanking in advance Wally Waldemar
Gerassimoff [geras@msoe.edu] Monday, March
17, 2003 GLASSMJD@UCMAIL.UC.EDU Good
Morning: I happened upon your website
and thought maybe you could give me some information. Several years ago I was given a Stromberg
Carlson Triple Range floor model radio.
It measures 12" x 38" x 24". It is model 130-L Issue 1. It also has about 50 patent numbers
listed on the label. It works real
good including the shortwave band.
Any information would be appreciated. Thanks, Joe Glassmeyer Barbara L
Glassmeyer [jdglassmeyer@juno.com] Good
Evening: I happened upon your
messages on the internet and maybe you can give me some information. Back in 1974 a nice lady gave me a Stromberg
Carlson Radio. It is a floor model
which measures about 38" high, 24" wide, and 12" deep. It is Model 130-L Triple Range Issue 1.
The label has about 50 patent numbers on it.
My 3 yr old grand daughter can bring in the BBC on this radio better
than I can get local stations on my car radio here in Cincinnati. I'm not looking to sell it, but maybe I
should be taking better care of it.
Any information would be appreciated.
Please e-mail me
at mailto:jdglassmeyer@messer.com Thank you. Joe Kianni Perez
[kperez1@swfla.rr.com] Hi, I bought a
Stromberg-Carlson Upright Radio with a little light that shines when it is
on. I don't know what year it was made and am interested in finding out
if you can help. Model number SP-953-C it has a record player and am/fm
tuner. Thanks Rachel Monday, January
13, 2003 Ron and Gladys
Kramig [Kramig@EarthLink.net] Hi; I have a
floor model Stromberg Carlson radio and it works, I'm sure it dates back to
the late30 or early 40. The case is made
from wood and it has two doors that when closed cover the dials and knobs. I do not know
the model number, however maybe you can advise me on where to look. Thanks Ron
Kramig, 760 951 1385 July 27. 2002 Hank or Kathy Just purchased an old wooden wall mounted
telephone, with the crank missing. (It also is missing most of the guts)
However, I am just interested in replacing the crank, so that it displays
nicely. Any ideas, or connections? Thanks for a reply. Larry Richard &
Jeane Corbett [cedgable@rideau.net] Imagine my
surprise when I came across this site, is this the same Stromberg-Carlson
group that was based in Rochester, New York??? My husband and I worked at
S-C, Richard 30 yrs and myself 21. If this is the S-C we knew and loved,
there are many wonderful memories that we have over the years. Richard is
looking for a good combination receiver or transmitter unit manufactured in
1954. And used only in a handheld
field telephone TSW-10P000091 CCT Signal Corps 14105, Phila 44 Thanks for any
info that we can get on this unit. Jeane Corbett Hi
What a surprise to see Stromberg on the net. I worked in
electronic Div. from 1949 till 1960.as supervisor of production Eng. Our div
was located on Carlson rd and moved to the former Bond plant in the 50's. It
was always a great place to work. I moved to Calif. to a new job in Oct
1960. I heard that the Electronic div folded in the late 60’s; did any part
of it move to a new location? Does the elec div have a reunion? If so where?
Enjoyed viewing your home page. Regards, Richard Bangs Roseville Ca,
rgb007@surewest.net JimO
[johania1@tampabay.rr.com] October 8, 2003 I have a 1936
Stromberg Carlson upright radio. It has a label on the back that says
Acoustic Labryith. Its about 4.5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. We had it
professionally refinished several years ago. We have enjoyed it but are
moving to a smaller home and need to sell it. Do you know about how much it
is worth? Thanks Jim Wednesday,
November 19, 2003 Hi, I'm a
librarian at a public library in Illinois.
A patron came in and she has some old records that were recorded on a
Stromberg-Carlson record player from the 1940s. She is trying to locate a place where she could play them, and
ideally have the records recorded on a cassette tape (the recordings were
made by her deceased husband and have sentimental value). Do you have any suggestions? Any help would be appreciated. Beth
Nickels-Wisdom Reference
Librarian Crystal Lake
Public Library 126 Paddock St. Crystal Lake,
IL 60014 bnickels@crystallakelibrary.org Saturday,
December 27, 2003 Rob Tallman
[tallmanent@bellsouth.net] I have acquired
a T-22/ARC-5 Transmitter. I have
learned that this is about a 1945 model.
I am interested in what airplane this was used in and how it operated. If you have any information please pass it
on to me, or know where I can go to get information. Thanks so much! Rob Saturday,
January 24, 2004 Scott Bernas
[scoopsbern@hotmail.com] Hi, My father has a
Stromberg & Carlson Radio/Record Player it is Beautiful. The Radio
Receiver # is 1121-PG. I recently started to work on the radio because it was
not working and I thought that it was such a shame to let it sit there and
not try to fix it. Well I have got everything except one thing working on the
unit. I am having a real problem with the tuning wiring. If there is anyone
that could point me in the right direction on how to get a repair manual or
some kind of diagram on how to rewire all of the strings. Thanks, Scoops 6/10/2004 Hi, my name is
Tom Scata. I'm the proud owner of a pair of mint condition Stromberg-Carlson
Slimline 15" coaxial speakers. I'm looking for any and all information I
can attain about these speakers. Can anyone help me? If so, please
email me at thetubeguy1954@yahoo.com Thanks, Tom Scata 5701 Bent Pine
Dr Apt 112 Orlando, Fla.
32822 thetubeguy1954@yahoo.com 6/19/2004 Adrenalin
Autohaus [adrenalinautohaus@earthlink.net] hi my name is Tony and i was
wondering if you know how i can find out the value on a stromberg tv i was
told it is pre war serial number I
think 203758 the screen is round and it is a table top any info would be
greatly appreciated Thanks Tony 6/19/2004 Reedrfndbyfire@aol.com My husband and I
have a Stromberg-Carlson console tube radio/record player. I don't know
the year it was made but the original price tag is on it. The model #
is 1120-PLW and the price was $179.95. Can you give me more information
regarding the year it was produced and the current value? Lawrence H Fohr
[wb2cqt@juno.com] Thursday, July
08, 2004 Hello from
NYC. I have RF-475 loudspeaker in
very good condition that is being used as center speaker in home theater
system. It is listed in a Terminal
audio catalog from 1952 as costing $179.95, also text states that Stemberg
originated coax construction with compression HF unit working thru center of
LF magnet, other companies take this credit also. Does anyone know who was
first with this? Does anyone have a more technical description better than
what is in the catalog? It states weight 45 lbs, I did not weigh it, but have
various other speakers (Altec604E) etc, and this RF-475 makes you think and
plan before picking it up. Other item here is Microphone model MD-57, would like
to know if they made this item in total, or is some parts like the transducer
made by another company. Have used
this also, but find it does not have wide range response, fine for PA use or
vocal. Thanks for any replies . Larry Lawrence H Fohr
[wb2cqt@juno.com] Sunday, August
22, 2004 Sharon Lewis
[sgrflewis@hotmail.com] Model 638-A We recently
acquired a Stromberg-Carlson Model 638-A radio. The cabinet appears to
be mahogany. The last patent pending date we found inside the cabinet
is 1927. The radio still works but is very faint. Any information
you can give us and estimated value is appreciated. Friday,
September 03, 2004 Hi, I just
recently got a Stromberg-Carlson radio from my grandparent's basement.
My father said it hasn't been touched in over 40 years. It's not
in the best of shape, but to my surprise it still works! I couldn't
believe it, when we turned it on I felt like I was taken back to the 40's or
50's. It is a model 920-L, AM/short wave radio. Do you have any
idea as to its worth and when they were manufactured? Any info
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Jaime jacurcio77@yahoo.com Sunday,
September 12, 2004 Talalso@aol.com Hello, I came
across a Stromberg Carlson Custom Four Hundred Amplifier recently. The
model is AR420. There is the #172 on
the side of the unit (maybe the
serial #). Everything works fine and
appears to be in relatively good condition Any information that you can give
me would be greatly appreciated Thank You, Tal Lohr Tuesday,
September 21, 2004 sensible4
[sensible4@verizon.net] I just learned
of your site from a friend. I have an old Stromberg Carlson stereo console in
my garage. It was purchased in 1961 and cost around $400. It has a turntable,
am/fm stereo in a wood cabinet with cloth panels on the front. It is in
pretty good condition and I was wondering if somebody would know if it was
worth anything. Thanks. Ron Wilson. Monday, October
04, 2004 Citydump74@aol.com http://oak.cats.ohiou.edu/~postr/MRT/StromTV.htm Hi
what can you tell me about this set. I have one and it is in excellent
working condition. Thanks, Jim Tuesday, October
05, 2004 Robertgshop@aol.com I have a
Stromberg -Carlson model sr-445 Saturday,
October 09, 2004 James Temple
[jhtemp@rogers.com] I have an old
Stromberg & Carlson model #552, Serial # 5521067 short-wave and Am. I
would like to know when this radio was manufactured, and what it would be
worth now. Tuesday, October
12, 2004 hogsmack@yahoo.com Hello, I am
searching for some information on a record player I have. We are
looking to have a garage sale and one of my friends told me that I should
find the value of an item I have put in the sale. It is a
Stromberg-Carlson record player with radio cabinet. It its about 4'
tall with the record player on the left in a pull out drawer and the radio on
the right in a swing open door. The bottom has one door for storage and
the other has the speaker in it. If you could help me out with some
information and if this is an antique I would sure appreciate it. Austin Monday, October
18, 2004 O'Grady [kokomo@idirect.com] Hi from Canada.
I have a Stromberg Carlson model 863 floor model. It works very well but I
would like to improve the reception, any ideas. Thanks Terry
O'Grady Monday, October
18, 2004 tarvinmotorsport
[tarvinmotorsport@earthlink.net] I've never heard
of these till I found one stowed in our barn. It is in excellent condition.
Table top; model I assume maybe 16 inch screen> curved glass goes all the
way across front dials across the bottom. What are these things worth? Thanks
for any info. g tarvin Saturday,
October 30, 2004 Hello, We have an old
Stromberg Carlson radio Model # 846A, from the late 1920's is our best guess,
4 legs on the front, two in back. Radio is 48" tall; cabinet is
walnut with carving, flower design, on the inside of the doors. Cabinet
is in excellent shape; radio lights up but does not work otherwise. Any ideas
of where to sell it and how much it is worth? Beautiful, but takes up a
lot of space. Thanks Neil and Abbi
Canney garrett o'connor
[garrettoc@hotmail.com] Hello I have a
Stromberg Carlson console model FR507 Emperor with an fm radio, shortwave,
turntable, the console appears to be made out of cherry wood. Very good
condition, perfect working order. Would anyone know the value and background
of this model? Thank you Garrett
Oconnor Monday,
August 04, 2008 dean.ketelsen@verizon.net Stromberg
Carlson receiver… I have just
acquired one. It is number 1406 PL "WINDEMERE". Any info on this? Thanks August 4, 2008 Hello, I need your
help! I'm looking for a Stromberg Carlson labyrinth model radio I’m
not looking for the tall one; this one was about 2-3 high, 2-3 feet long, and
2 feet wide. It had ribs around its knobs, on top of a flat
surface with a magic eye. It had a serving tray on top that came off
like a coffee table (it may be called a coffee table model). My elderly
parents have had one for as long as I can remember. Before it was destroyed
in a fire they used it daily. I have been looking everywhere for a
replacement. If anyone has one for sale or knows of one please call or email
me. A collector told me, three years
ago, that me it didn't have a great value. I can't locate him to get the
model number info from the item. Having this radio would make my parents and
I happy. Thank you. Kory Pelt 143 West 116th
st. Cutoff, La.
70345 985-632-5606
Please call collect; no one else will so I know I can accept it. Monday,
August 04, 2008 We recently
acquired what we believe to be is a Stromberg-Carlson Telephone Switchboard
Unit. The brass plate on it says
Stromberg-Carlson Rochester, NYF-9522It is in excellent condition and were
wondering what the value of this might be, and if you might know someone who
would be interested in purchasing it. We are keeping it in storage to protect
it, but need to find a new home for it.
If you have any information that might help us find a home for it,
please forward it to the below email address. Thank you for your time and help with this. Have a great day and a safe and happy
holiday. Karen Rohus Accounts Payable214/320-7068karen.rohus@mcmtx.hma-corp.com 8/4/2008 Dear Mr.
Townsend: As detailed
below in a letter to Mr. Richard Bangs, I'd appreciate help or leads in
attempting to do research & gather data for an upcoming article on
history of Stromberg-Carlson. We are concentrating on the vacuum tube audio
products, however will also detail general Company history. Any information
you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Best regards, Roger Harding
Anderson ---------- From: Roger
Anderson <olds88@sover.net> Date: Sun, 12
Dec 2004 11:21:19 -0500 To:
<rgb007@surewest.net> Subject: The
History of Stromberg-Carlson 1945-1965 Hello Mr. Bangs: My name is Roger
Anderson. I'm an historian and a writer about the US Electronics Industry.
Currently I am doing research for an upcoming issue of "Vacuum Tube
Valley Magazine: The Classic Electronics Reference Journal". Their
website is: http://www.vacuumtube.com
My Google research has led me to you, and I under-stand that you were the
Supervisor of Production Engineering at Stromberg in Rochester from 1949 to
1960. This time period encompasses most of the era I will be writing about
approx. 1945 to 1965. I'd be most interested & grateful for your valuable
input on any aspects regarding the audio products of S-C during that period.
I'm attempting also to gather data in the form of product promotional
literature, schematic diagrams, service information, etc. I was lucky enough
to find a gentleman who lent me a large blue binder "Sound Engineers
Manual" which details service information on the Stromberg products up
through about 1955. I'm hoping to find something similar that covers 1955 up
through to the end of the vacuum tube products. Also seeking any promotional
brochures for the '45 to late 60s era. I can guarantee the safe return of any
items lent for research. With
permission, they can be copied & returned in about 2 weeks time. I'd particularly like to interview any
folks who had a direct hand in design, production and marketing at S-C. This
kind of personal input adds greatly to historical accounts, which can tend to
become focused solely on technical accomplishments. The "human"
side of the story, if you will, adds another dimension. Again, I'd be
extremely appreciative of any sort of help, or leads, that you can provide.
I'd be most happy to phone at a convenient time, or can correspond through
email, or in whatever fashion you might prefer to participate if you are
interested in assisting in this project. All contributions will be fully
attributed and acknowledged. My goal is to bring to light the many efforts
and the hard work of the many folks who were directly responsible for the
excellent products and reputation of Stromberg Carlson during those important
years, many of which devoted their entire careers to these endeavors. That
story will now finally be told. Best regards, Roger Harding
Anderson Roger Anderson Charlotte VT 802 425-7275 til
8 PM EST Monday,
August 04, 2008 valiantlongs@comcast.net Hello there! Yesterday, I
took possession of a circa 1946 S/C Model #1120 from my father &
mother. They bought it used in 1963
for $50 and have been second owners ever since. Near as we can discern it hasn't worked in over 30 years and
was relegated to their basement. It
nearly became a liquor cabinet but I saved it because it was so in tact. It even had an inspection sticker hanging
from the tubes dated 3-4-46. Can
anyone tell me more about the units and how difficult it is to locate
parts? Value is secondary since I'm
restoring it for myself. Thanks! Tom Long Mechanicsburg,
PA 12/29/2004 Hi, Wednesday,
December 29, 2004 I have started a
web page that may answer some of the questions I saw on your site - my
"Made in Rochester" Page.
http://www.audiophool.cjb.net/MadeInRoch.html I also have a page on
identifying and dating older equipment:
http://www.audiophool.cjb.net/WhoWhatWhen.html Tom Bavis Tom Bavis
[tbavis@rochester.rr.com] Saturday,
January 1 2005 Happy New year
everyone. I have
several NIB speakers from Stromberg- Carlson that I need information on.
I would like an approximate date of Mfgr. and also the rarity of the items
and best guess on current pricing. The models are: RT-477, RT-485 and
RW-489 loudspeakers. Any help would be appreciated. Sincerely, Tim Grieco Saturday,
January 15, 2005 Hello, I have a
Stromberg-Carlson model 119-CM television...serial number 16079 but I can't
identify the date, anyone who can help? Thomas Mizikar
[tmizikar@hotmail.com] Friday,
February 04, 2005 ----- Original
Message ----- From: Jim Ciarrocchi Sent: Friday,
February 04, 2005 10:36 AM Subject: Looking
for a front-end tuner for a Stromberg Carlson radio Model number 145L, LB, P,
PB. I don't know which of these I have but assume the tuner will be the
same for each. Anybody know what year this was made?? Jim Ciarrocchi 4112 McDuffie February 20,
2005 I have a
Stromberg-Carlson, Stereo 60 integrated amplifier, which is missing the
tubes. It takes four 7027, or 7027A tubes. Does anybody know a good
source for these tubes, or is there any value in this unit without the tubes
as a Vintage / Collectable equipment? Please
reply to Alex Gibber at agibber@juno.com Thanks. 3/13/05 Hi, I am presently
trying to restore an old S.C. wooden wall phone but have hit a brick wall
looking for original parts. I need a handle and cap for the brass
receiver (the handle and cap are made of bakelite and are broken) (the
handle screws onto the back of the receiver and the cap screws onto the
front)). I also need the transmitter arm and mouthpiece. Any info
on where I may find S.C. parts is appreciated. Thanks, Grant Marcum GRANT MARCUM
[marcgrlin@msn.com] Sunday, March
13, 2005 I came across
your website while searching for information about the Stromberg Carlson
Model 1-A radio. I'm trying to determine if this 1924 radio was the
first table model made by the company. I recently acquired the radio and
I'm in the process of restoring it for sale. I would like to acquire as much
information about it as possible. Interestingly enough, there was a tag
attached saying it came from a museum in Arkansas. Regards, Lyndell Scott Audio Antiques 3/25/05 Hello, I was
given a Stromberg-Carlson AU35 PA amplifier, which I want to restore. It has
14 tubes and looks like I might be able to use it in a stereo system. I am
looking for a schematic and any information you might have. If anyone has
converted this amp or one like it I would love to hear from you. I think it
is from the 1950's. Thank you
all in advance. I will be looking forward to hearing from you. Sincerely David/WB6YBY Sunday, March
27, 2005 Hello. Do you
know anyone that has a pair or single SC 475 speakers in the cabinets? I’m
interested in buying as I have another like it to make pair...Also could you
give me some in formation about this speaker and the SC company or direct me
to someone who knows. Ps could you
also kindly post the 475 speaker wanted part of this email Thanks Vince zappa300@yahoo.com Monday, March
28, 2005 I have a
Stromberg Carlson Console record player/ am-fm tuner that I got from my
Grandparents. The model is RP-761 WO, I am trying to find a needle for the
record player and also what year it was made. Any information would be
greatly appreciated. Thank you, Chris Reilly Wednesday, March
30, 2005 Though a bit
later in history then typical radio and telephone equipment discussed here. I
purchased from a garage sale many years ago the first Stromberg Carlson
Integrated Circuit (Dated 1971) Any history regarding or value of this item
would be appreciated. Matt Hensel Sunday, April
17, 2005 Hello-- I
happened across a MONSTER pair of Stromberg monblocks; they use 4 6L6GC
outputs, have dual 5U4GB rectifiers, and use 4 6SJ7s. They weigh about
50 lbs each, have potted opt, power, and choke xformers. All coupling
caps are "bathtub" paper-in-oil tyoe, and primitive circuit boards
reminiscent of those in early McIntosh and HarmonKardon gear hold the
resistors. What have we got here? They play incredibly loudly... my
concern is that they have what may be an input transformer, like many theater
amps to operate at 600 ohms. This is all good, but I like as few xformers
in the signal path as possible (my Altec 256Cs had a 600 ohm input,
necessitating a output xformer on my preamp... sound smooth as silk but
rather veiled and lacking in detail) Any info GREATLY
appreciated! Thanks! Christopher
Spafford [JAVASTAN@peoplepc.com] Monday, April
25, 2005 Hi, I was
cruzing the net and found your site. I don't know if you can help but I
thought I'd give it a try. I have a pair of speakers that have the
Stromberg-Carlson 12" 400 coaxial drives in them. I have been trying
to find specs on these speakers and other people that know of them. I
have been into audio systems my whole life and have never heard a speaker
sound so sweet. Thanks in advance for your help. Cheers. Dennis J. Nagle,
M.Ed. Wednesday, May
18, 2005 Hi, I have a
Stromberg-Carlson radio/turntable in great shape, still works and it is
beautiful. Model number SP 921-WO. Can you give me any more info
about this item? We always listened to it as I was growing up and now
my parents have given it to me. How old is it? What is its present
value? Thank you, Lettiann Wed 8/3/2005
2:21 PM Hi and thank you
for your time. I have just inherited the following and would like to
know if you can tell me the date this product would have been
manufactured:Stromberg-CarlsonModel 1409AM/FM phonographIn a Wood cabinet Thank you for
your help! Sara Lewis Tampa, Florida Mon 7/4/2005
8:29 PM hello, I
recently acquired a Stromberg Carlson radio, i believe to be a 1939 model
420f. I am in need of the schematic. if anyone has one or knows a
source pleas email meat rander1@sacoriver.net ... thank
you,,, R Anderson Thu 7/7/2005
12:13 AM Hello Mr.
Townsend, I just gave
my 11 year old son Jesse an 8” tall x 7” wide x 8” deep old wooden box with a
crank sticking out the side and a pair of wires coming out the other side,
nicely wound around a special hook/horns. It has a leather-carrying strap on
top and a metal brace to set it on a stand perhaps. I’ve had it for years and
am not sure where I scrounged it. I just couldn’t throw away an oak box with
obvious radio gear inside. It looks telegraph related and he opened it
up, cleaned and oiled it etc. It cranks good now and you can see the odd
spark. Inside is
a dynamo type affair attached to the crank, and a bell that would be
activated by 2 electromagnetic coils (like a relay). Cast into the dynamo
body it says: “Stromberg Carlson Tel. Mfg. Co” Faintly
visible in large (~2 inch tall) capital letter and number on the (original)
red paint on the outside of the box it says “F 4” I looked
all over the internet to get a bit of info for him but it must be a bit too
old or not unique enough. Then I found your site and email. If we can
bother you, would you know what it is?? Would it be domestic or military
(Jesse collects WWII stuff so that would make it a big thrill) Sincerely, Eric van
Steenis, vansteenis@shaw.ca Fri 6/24/2005
5:27 PM Hi.I have
questions about a Stromberg Carlson Chinese classic TV cabinet in classic
ivory. It was purchased in (i think) 1954. I was 12 years old at
the time. Unfortunately the tube was damaged, and my father couldn’t
get it repaired. My father had a master carpenter remove the TV, add
lighting, and build sliding drawers to convert the cabinet into a
lighted bar. The cabinet is in mint condition. Could anyone
tell me what this might be worth? My uncle was a radio and TV
enthusiast. He had one of the original Spartan blue lady art deco
radios, which he sold for an amazing price, before he passed
away. This is the last collectable piece left in my family
and i would like to know what it's worth. Any info would be
appreciated. E-MAIL.........SAMRENYP@PULSENET.COM Wed 6/22/2005
7:12 PM Hi, I was visiting a
used bookshop in Philadelphia and saw a dusty old tube amp sitting in a
corner. When I asked about it, the owner of the shop offered it to me for
free. Naturally, being a fan of tube gear, I happily took it. What have I got
here? The unit is labeled as a Stromberg-Carlson Custom Four Hundred. It also
says "Model
100976 Amplifier." On the side is stamped
777 Series 102. It looks like an
integrated amp. It uses two 6L6G valves, two 12AU7 valves, one 6X4 valve, and
one 5Y3GT/G. It has a single RCA
input, so I'm assuming its mono. Cheers all, Jake Friday, August
26, 2005 Hi, I have an
old cabinet of wood with selves and a draw that slides in and out on the
front doors are designed with wood and the handles are brass with urns on
them. on the back is a brass plate that says cabinet by Stromberg and Carlson
I have had this cabinet about 30 years; any idea of value? Thank you. Judy Sunday,
September 04, 2005 My church has a
Stromberg Carlson Sound System BA-86 which provides chimes and bells every
quarter hour. I have an operations guide that was written by a member of the
congregation 30 years ago, but I have no original documentation on the
system. I'm trying to locate a schematic. Any suggestions appreciated. Donald Ott Tuesday,
September 13, 2005 In our parents
estate is a Stromberg Carlson 1210 H. We will be selling it on Ebay,
and are interested in the date and possible worth. The wood on
the top of the radio could use attention, but otherwise in good
shape. We are especially interested in dating it; if you could help us
on that one, please, for descriptive purposes. Thanks so much!! Shar
(pycolo@skybeam.com) October 2, 2005 We have a
tabletop radio piece number 17897 and sn 161234, it has a nice wood cabinet. I had a
local radio repairer working on the radio, he indicated it need a new power
divider, he provided the parts but retired due to bag health. Looking to
sell the radio and suggestions. Rick Krause - moonfield@ieee.org October 12, 2005 Dear Sir: I am
seeking information on a Stromberg Carlson cabinet radio (920-L) which I
recently purchased from an antique shop that was going out of business.
It is in good shape, seems to work fine. I have done searches repeatedly
on the internet and can't find anything on this particular model. I
would like to find out when it was manufactured, and details on that model,
and maybe what it is worth (did I get a good deal or very much overpay?). Any idea
where I can get such information? Thank you, Dan McElhatten Tuesday,
November 01, 2005 Dear sir; I acquired
a carlson/stromberg record player (78/33) an d radio w. glass tubes in a
beautiful mahogany oriental style cabinet with heavy ornate carvings on the
area surrounding the round wood knobs. The radio -w. glass tubes- still
works and needs, I think, adjusting, and cleaning. The record player
also turns and appears to drop (as it would records) but needs a needle and
putting back together. The cabinet is outstanding. and is in good shape
save a few scratches. Can anyone give me any idea on age, value, buyer,
or repairer of the item? Please reply to
me email: qadriashabazz@yahoo.com Thank you. Qadria Shabazz Monday, November
14, 2005 I have a 1950's era television-radio NO.
TV-12M5 "Chinese Classic”. I have no idea if it works. The picture lights up and there is a lot
of static noise. The cabinet is beautiful
but has some scratches. I have
pictures, if that would help, that I could send. I would appreciate any help
you can give me on the value as is. Thank you for your help. RA Lunceford ralunceford
[ralunceford@cox.net] November 21,
2005 Hi! My girlfriend
inherited her grandmother's vintage Stromberg-Carlson MD-28CD microphone and
she wants to see if it still works (she is a vocalist as well).
Unfortunately, we don't have the right cables to connect it to an amp. Does
anyone out there know where we can find the cables??? Please send any
info you have to shnz821@yahoo.com. Thanks! 12/2/2005 I recently
purchased a 1971 model SC G3 model wall mounted rotary telephone
(Avocado) for sentimental reasons. When it arrived the is no way to plug it
into the wall. If anyone can possibly help me by showing me a diagram I would
greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance. December 11,
2005 I purchased a Stromberg
Carlson stereo 8 amp/preamp and finally fired it up. Sounds nice but need a schematic for the
tube pinouts. With a little love she will be as good as new. Any idea where i
can get a schematic? 12/18/2005 Chuck Davis
[cdavis8@nc.rr.com] i will pay your
price for a Stromberg-Carlson console model 1406PL. thanks. chuck davis 12/18/2005 Mike Post
[cpost2@satx.rr.com] A friend of mine
has a complete wooden/magnetic Stromberg Carlson Model 21. I'm trying to find any info on it, and
what it's worth. Can anyone help? Thanks. Mike Post December 28,
2005 Hi, I am
looking for an IF transformer for a Stromberg Carlson 145L. It is
Part#26481 and is 465KC with an Iron Core Slug. Any help would be
appreciated. Thanks Mark Mark H.
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Cell January 14, 2006 While cleaning
out my Grandmother's house in preparation for sale, I came across a
Stromberg-Carlson Radio Receiver / Record Player. It is a large mahogany cabinet and in good condition. The tag on the back lists it as a
"Stromberg Carlson Radio Receiver No. 1121-PF" (I have attached a
copy of the tag). I have not yet
attempted to turn it on, so I am not sure if it works, but even if it does
not, it would make a good showpiece.
I am very interested in discovering any information that can be shared
about this cabinet. Thanks, Nathan Nathan Kimball
[nathankimball@yahoo.com] Tuesday, January
24, 2006 I have a
Stromberg-Carlson radio/phonograph model 1210. Can you tell what the current
value is and me when it was made? thanks Maria Dominguez
[marigeo@sbcglobal.net] March 27, 2006 Greetings- I
recently purchased a Stromberg Carlson Model AR-415 High Fidelity integrated amplifier.
Unfortunately upon opening the bottom cover, I've discovered a few charred
resistors so I find myself needing a schematic for this unit. Searched the
web with no luck. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you,
Paul April 5, 2006 I have a 1932
Stromberg Steven C
Reynolds [sreynol7@hotmail.com] 4/8/2006 Lucrac301@aol.com Hi, I’ve been
searching the web and you seem to be the Stromberg Carlson information page.
thank goodness there's somebody out there! My question is I’ve recently
acquired a console model rp-781wo and I was wondering what year it was made
and the relative value of it. I was also wondering if the speakers were in
fact made by Stromberg or did someone else mfg. Them. Any answers would be
greatly appreciated. Thanks much. Regards, Harry 4/25/2006 I own a
Stromberg Carlson Chinese Classic Television Radio Receiver. Does anyone know
what the value of this piece. Probably originally purchased in 1948-49. Thank You Jake Jacoby 5/21/2006 I just bought a
Model 1120PL at an estate sale and am looking for any info. If you or anyone can help please let me
know Kountryboyfire3@bellsouth.net Thank you very
much. Robbie bob 6/5/2006 I just bought a
Stromberg-Carlson Radio Receiver No. 1120-L at an estate auction. It is
in fairly good condition, and I would like to restore it. I would also
like to find out more about it. If anyone has more information about
this model, I would appreciate hearing from you. Please contact me at scott-abram@us.army.mil. Thanks, Scott Scott Abram
[scott-abram@us.army.mil] June 21, 2006 Please post the
following on your Stromberg-Carlson bulletin board... I own a
Stromberg-Carlson RF-475 15" coaxial speaker that I bought new in the
late 1950's. It is in mint condition and has been well-kept indoors. It's
driven by over 50lbs of Alnico V magnet with a dual voice coil, and weighs at
least 70lbs. It was, at the time, the Rolls-Royce of speakers for
auditoriums, theaters, chapels, and large home installations. With the
largest magnet ever put into a speaker, it runs on 40watts and 16ohms, at
full, and I mean FULL, volume -- very, very efficient. It's housed in a solid
custom-built bass-reflex cabinet, which is not fine furniture, but is quite
presentable. I can send you a couple of photos by email, if you like. Some specs:
Seamless Cardinal Cone with phenolic diaphragm driver and parallel gap
3" aluminum voice coil. HF unit is a parametric horn with 5"
acoustic lens. LF cone rim is fabric, not paper. Uniform 90degree
distribution angle. Diam: 15 3/16", Depth: 10 1/2". Requires 13
1/2" mount opening. Rated at 30-16,500 cps. Make me an offer
-- and don't forget the shipping cost... Lorren Daro Cobb, CA 95426 707-928-5528 Friday, June 23,
2006 Hi. We recently
moved into our new home and the previous owners left several items including
a Stromberg Carlson Model 1121, Series 11.
I was wondering where I could find out the value of the
radio/console?? Can you advise? -Thanks, Meredith Sterk meredith sterk [mailto:meredithsterk@dwx.com] 7/9/2006 I need a
12" RW 486 to replace a damage one. Does anyone have one? James Roberts [jvrobt@bellsouth.net] July 16, 2006 Hi, Thanks for your
great bulletin board. Any ideas for me
as to where I might find a Stromberg Carlson Chinese Classic cabinet
TV Set? Here's a
picture. Thanks! Billy Erb b.erb [billy@erbfarm.com] New York City July 24, 2006 I bought a
Stromberg Carlson Stereo (has phonograph and radio) in 1960/61. It's
walnut, 5 ft long, 19 inches deep and doesn't have a scratch on it. Do
you know the best place to find interested buyers? (I'm not experienced
enough computer-wise to deal with listing it on ebay. Wouldn't know how
to go about it) Ann McGrath Hi, My wife and i
recently purchased a home in Florida where we inherited several items. One we
were told is a 1951 24 inch Stromberg Carlson TV. It is a console floor model
(no legs) with cherry wood. The back is
missing, and i can't find a model number, also a tube is missing...is it of
any value? It is in my
garage and i need to get rid of it.. Thank you,
asa wilson email:
ahw101@tampabay.rr.com 8/8/2006 Hello, I saw
posted questions on your web site http://www.magtel.com/Stromberg%20Carlson.htm about a
couple of Stromberg Carlson RP 781-WOs. We have one as well and were
also looking for a value. Do you guys happen to have that value?
Any help would be appreciated! Thanks Kyle
Bartel Sheri Bartel [sbartel@carolina.rr.com] 8/14/2006 Hi, I have a
Model # 1121-PF Stromberg-Carlson Radio Receiver-Phono I am trying to
restore. I am trying to find a crystal phono cartridge. Can anyone help?
Thanks, Donald Rideout Email is drideout3@maine.rr.com 8/14/2006 Hello, Ron Rienstra
[ron.rienstra@gmail.com] 8/15/2006 I have a
Stromberg-Carlson Model RP 781WO and I need to have it shipped. Does anyone
know how much this model weighs? Kyle Bartel [kbarte |