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2, 1956, p.1).īell Labs had officially announced the invention (and demonstrated a 'transistor radio') Would forever be famous for their work on this miracle component, winning a Shockley (seated), Bardeen (glasses) and Brattain, Was generally superceded by the more easily manufactured Quirky device was limited to the narrow hearing aid market.īy this time, the original point-contact transistor While the transistor (the component, not the radio) was invented several years earlier atīell Telephone Laboratories in the USA, the non-military application for the sometimes Interested in finding a wide market for their newest electronic component, the transistor. IRE, June, 1955, p.162A), in the early 1950s, was especially (Somewhat similar-looking, but different, radios produced later are the It was produced in 10 (or possibly 11) colors (see below) of various scarcity. About 100,000 were sold in the next 12 months at $49.95.

In the United States (no, not Japan) for just one year The Regency TR-1 was the first commercially-sold transistor radio, and was theįirst widely-sold transistorized product.

If you're looking for repair info, see my separate Here are some nice photos of four extremely rare pearlescent TR-1s: Good stuff! The author, Bob Simcoe, was interviewed on National Public Radio onĢ.1 MB interview (mp3 file). They show some of the radios from my collection, including I supplied the photos! (Link to theīackground on the radio and tell the story of its development. Incredible!Īnd some people believe that the TR-1 looks somewhat like another 'popular electronic device!' By the way, after this mention my site received 798,000 hits in the next 36 hours (at peak it was about 20 hits per second)! Long lost film of the Regency TR-1 factory, circa 1955. The BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) in London called meĪnnouncement of the TR-1. And the coincidence of the radio's introductionĪnd the emergence of rock and roll music around the same time is fascinating. Opinion), and further demonstrated the significance of engineeringĪnd technology in the 20th century. It was the first widely sold transistorized consumer product, hadīeautiful and daring styling for the time (styling that still holds up, in my There's an allure to the Regency TR-1 transistor radio that can't be denied. Why?īecause in 1954 it was the world's ' first pocket radio!' Shipping just $3.95 worldwide! That’s right, shipping to anyw in the world is just $3.95.That's what an original Regency advertisement said about the TR-1.

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Not available in stores, this book is offered directly from the author Eric Wrobbel whose other books include. But if you prefer the finer things in life, you will love it! Join the thousands worldwide who enjoy my books and buy them all! Remember, your satisfaction is GUARANTEED or your money back. If bulk is more important to you than content and style, this book isn’t for you. They’re packed with great pictures and info, but they’re slim, hand-made specialty books. You’ve got nothing to lose! Buy It Now! My books aren’t for everyone. And you’ll find complete reproductions of the original TR-1 color brochure and the original owner’s manual! Your satisfaction is guaranteed or your money back, including the shipping charge. Both of the original TR-1 boxes are, as well as an original Regency brand 22 1/2 volt battery, and the original Regency earphone for the TR-1.You’ll see the different leather case styles Regency used, and even the boxes the cases came in! T’s vintage advertising for the TR-1 too. And see a rare original Regency artist rendering of a pre-production TR-1 showing the prototype dial. Even the ultra-rare Mantola box is along with a juicy red Mantola!See inside one of the earliest TR-1s ever found.

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Lively text covers all you’d ever want to know about these very interesting radios!See big, clear, full color photos of Regency models in marbled green, mahogany, yellow, coral, turquoise, pearlescent pink, and more!See the rare Bulova in both plastic and leather–in the box! All three Mitchells are too, and the original Mitchell box. Read about all known variations, date codes (for determining date of manufacture), accessories, and rarities. Get all the info about the Regency TR-1-the world’s first commercially made transistor radio! And learn all about related models like the TR-1G, TR-4, Bulova, Mitchell, and Mantola.