Ad from Stromberg-Carlson featuring their “Labyrinth” radio in “The Saturday Evening Post,” September 17, 1938.
When radios were sold as fine furniture. Stromberg-Carlson was highly regarded for superior quality, luxury radios. Their reputation was built on fine engineering, advanced audio technology, and beautifully crafted furniture-grade cabinets. Many of their premium console sets featured the "Acoustical Labyrinth" speaker system, a baffled enclosure that improved bass response and prevented internal acoustic resonance that would otherwise distort the sound.
As a legacy telecommunications company, Stromberg-Carlson had an early reputation for reliable and durable equipment. This carried over to their radio chassis, which were known to be well-built and easy to service. Their wooden cabinets were highly praised for their solid construction, use of quality wood veneers, and their striking Art Deco designs. High-end models included advanced features for the era, such as multi-band reception (broadcast and shortwave) and motorized tuning with station presets.
Stomberg-Carlson was a favorite among radio enthusiasts who prioritized audio fidelity. Modern collectors recognize the quality of 1930s Stromberg-Carlson models, and well-preserved or restored examples are often considered highlights of a collection.
[Sources: Wikipedia, and “Phil’s Old Radios” at AntiqueRadio.org]
Ad from Stromberg-Carlson featuring their “Labyrinth” radio in “The Saturday Evening Post,” September 17, 1938.
When radios were sold as fine furniture. Stromberg-Carlson was highly regarded for superior quality, luxury radios. Their reputation was built on fine engineering, advanced audio technology, and beautifully crafted furniture-grade cabinets. Many of their premium console sets featured the "Acoustical Labyrinth" speaker system, a baffled enclosure that improved bass response and prevented internal acoustic resonance that would otherwise distort the sound.
As a legacy telecommunications company, Stromberg-Carlson had an early reputation for reliable and durable equipment. This carried over to their radio chassis, which were known to be well-built and easy to service. Their wooden cabinets were highly praised for their solid construction, use of quality wood veneers, and their striking Art Deco designs. High-end models included advanced features for the era, such as multi-band reception (broadcast and shortwave) and motorized tuning with station presets.
Stomberg-Carlson was a favorite among radio enthusiasts who prioritized audio fidelity. Modern collectors recognize the quality of 1930s Stromberg-Carlson models, and well-preserved or restored examples are often considered highlights of a collection.
[Sources: Wikipedia, and “Phil’s Old Radios” at AntiqueRadio.org]