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Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Peanut Butter + Brown
Uncommon Addison Radio Color Combo
Stricking bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in marbled peanut butter with marbled chocolate brown trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The faintly marbleized trim is also free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original brown bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is original and in great condition, clear with very little yellowing. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio - Peanut Butter + Maroon
Uncommon Addison Radio Color Combo
Awesome bakelite Addison Radio 2 'Waterfall' tube radio in Marbled Peanut Butter with Bright Maroon trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. Collectors consider the peanut butter color combinations to be a rare find. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this beauty. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The maroon trim is also free of cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original maroon bakelite knobs are also perfect. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio retains its original back panel. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Addison 2 Waterfall Bakelite Radio in Swirled Navy Blue + Ivory
Beautifully Marbleized 1940's Art Deco Design
Beautifully swirled Addison A2 Radio in Marbleized Dark Navy Blue bakelite with Ivory plaskon trim made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. The unique styling, bold use of color, and intense marbleizing would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. If you are looking for a great addition to your collection, please consider this striking radio. This particular example is a stunning radio in excellent original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. The creamy white Plaskon trim is complete and factory original to the radio and also has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching marbleized knobs are also perfect. Retains manufactures' label affixed to bottom of cabinet along with an old radio shop's label. The chassis is complete and has its original color coordinated dial scale. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This model was never meant to have a back panel, as the screw holes were never drilled at the factory. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis is complete appears to have been gone over. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Addison 5 'Courthouse' Catalin Radio Dark Green + Yellow - Striking
Intensely Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5
Intensely marbleized Addison Model 5 catalin radio in a dark green cabinet with bright yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking light yellow marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five light yellow vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear. Beautiful green reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is cut. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 "Courthouse" Catalin Radio Knobs - Original Set of 3 Yellow
Original set of Addison 5 "Courthouse" Catalin Radio Knobs in yellow. All 3 Knobs are in perfect condition with no cracks or chips and are matching. Perfect to complete a radio or replace repro knobs with original ones.
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Addison 5 Catalin "Courthouse" Radio in Dark Green + Butterscotch
Intensely Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5
Catalin Addison Model 5 radio in incredibly marbleized dark green/black case and butterscotch trim. This is a magnificent and exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five butterscotch vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The radio retains its original reverse painted dial glass also in excellent condition. The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains and has only a small amount of wear. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. Retains original manufacturers paper label on bottom. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. Chassis seems complete but radio is not working, tubes light up and radio hums. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Catalin 'Courthouse' Radio in Intensely Marbleized Dark Green
Strikingly Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5 Radio
Addison Model 5 'Courthouse' catalin radio in strikingly marbleized dark green cabinet with bright yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. Even though this radio's color is often described as black with yellow swirl, they are in fact dark green with yellow swirls.The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking light yellow and green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model.This beautiful and glossy example is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five yellow vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear while retaining its original greenish tone. Beautiful green reverse painted dial glass and water-slide decal are exact replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Catalin Radio 'Courthouse' Dark Green + Yellow - Incredible
Striking Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5
Catalin Addison radio Model 5 in a striking marbleized dark green cabinet with bright yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking white and light green marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five butterscotch vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains and has only a small amount of wear. Reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Catalin Radio 'Courthouse' in Pistachio + Maroon - Striking
Stunning Pistachio Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5
Striking Addison Catalin radio Model 5 in striking translucent and marbleized Pistachio cabinet with Maroon trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. Pistachio catalin was only used by four radio manufacturers of the time and is therefore an uncommon find. The bright pistachio green catalin cabinet has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally, orange, brown, clear + white marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is original and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs; it has a common interior crack that is not visible from the exterior that most Addison radios have. The five maroon vertical grill bars are original as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear. Beautiful green reverse painted dial glass is an exact replacement. TThis is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Catalin Radio 'Courthouse' Oxblood Red + Yellow
Intensely Marbleized Courthouse Addison 5
Beautiful incredibly marbleized oxblood red case and yellow trim Catalin Addison Model 5 is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color and glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow marbleizing that look like veins of fire running through the cabinet. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five butterscotch vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The radio retains its original dark brown reverse painted dial glass also in excellent condition. The grill cloth is original and has only a small amount of wear consistent with age. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Catalin Radio 'Courthouse' Pistachio + Maroon - Great
Beautiful Pistachio Marbleized Catalin Large Addison
Addison Catalin radio Model 5 in marbleized Pistachio cabinet with Maroon trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. Pistachio catalin was only used by four radio manufacturers of the time and is therefore an uncommon find. The pistachio catalin cabinet has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally, brown, clear, yellow + green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five maroon vertical grill bars are original as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The radio retains its original brown reverse painted dial glass in excellent condition with only slight signs of age. The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains + has only a small amount of wear. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Catalin Radio 'Courthouse' Pistachio + Plum - Stunning
Striking Pistachio Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5
Addison Catalin radio Model 5 in striking marbleized Pistachio cabinet with Plum trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the "Courthouse" or "Large" Addison. Pistachio catalin was only used by four radio manufacturers of the time and is therefore an uncommon find. The bright pistachio catalin cabinet has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally, orange, brown, clear + white marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is original and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five maroon vertical grill bars are original as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The radio retains its original green reverse painted dial glass also in excellent condition with only slight signs of age. The grill cloth is original and has no tears or stains + has only a small amount of wear. Retains original manufacturers paper label on bottom. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radio is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Courthouse Catalin Radio in Highly Marbleized Dark Green + Yellow
Intensely Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5 Radio
Wonderfully marbleized Addison Model 5 catalin radio in a dark green cabinet with bright yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking white and green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The example is just a stunning example of this Addison model.This beautiful glossy cabinet is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five light yellow vertical grill bars and the three pinwheel knobs are original and free of defects. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear. Reverse painted dial glass is original showing on some signs of age/use. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition.This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison 5 Courthouse Catalin Radio in Swirled Oxblood Red + Yellow
Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5 Radio
Beautiful marbleized oxblood red and yellow trim Catalin Addison Model 5. This magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color and glow that make this radio stand out. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model. The beautiful glossy cabinet is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five light yellow vertical grill bars are original to the radio as are the three matching pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and in great condition with strong color. Beautiful dark brown reverse painted dial glass + water-slide decal are correct replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition that would make a fantastic addition to a collection. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Addison Catalin 'Courthouse' Radios - Complete Set of 3
Great Set of Three Addison Courthouse Radios
Complete set of the Catalin Addison 'Courthouse' radios in the only three colors ever available. Here is your chance to add prime examples of all three colors of the 'Courthouse' radio to your collection. Set includes the oxblood red with yellow, pistachio with maroon and, dark green/black with yellow. The Addison Model 5 is an exquisitely crafted and stately Art Deco radio, truly magnificent. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. All three radios have a deep shine to their catalin cabinets, rich color, glow, and exceptionally striking marbleizing. The radios are in all-original, untouched condition, and just stunning examples of this Addison model. These radios are in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five butterscotch vertical grill bars + three pinwheel knobs on each radio are original and perfect. The grill cloths are also original to each radio + have no tears or stains with only a small amount of wear. This is a remarkable set of radios in excellent condition. Reverse painted dial glass' are exact replacements. Each radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. Chassis' seem complete but radios are not working. Radios are being sold as "non-working" vintage electronic devices that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Admiral 7T03CG Radio in Black Bakelite with Green - Rare Midget Size
Fits in The Palm of Your Hand
This rare Admiral 7T03CG midget radio in black Bakelite with Mint Green Tenite trim is possibly the smallest all American five tube radio ever built. Radio fits in the palm of your hand. This seldom seen tiny 1940s radio measures approximately: 6" wide by 3.25" deep by 4.25" High. You will not find another example of this Admiral radio any time soon. The radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful + natural gloss and is just a superb example of this Admiral radio. The glossy black Bakelite cabinet is in incredible original condition with only two small tight hairlines that are almost undetectable. The fragile green Tenite grille is in good condition with the typical amount of warping that occurs with age. Radio retains the original back panel and manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom. Black plastic knobs are original and have been repainted. Dial scale has some minor haziness due to age. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with light careful use. Radio measures approximately: 5.75” wide by 4.25” high by 3.5” deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Air King "Duchess" A-600 Catalin Radio Knobs - Original Maroon Pair
Original pair of Air King "Duchess" A-600 Catalin Radio Knobs in Maroon/Plum. Knobs are in perfect condition with no cracks or chips. Perfect to complete a radio or replace repro knobs with original ones.
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Air King "Skyscraper" Radio Model 66 in Ivory - Harold Van Doren
Striking American Art Deco Air King Radio Design
The Air King "Skyscraper" Model 66 radio with the "Globe" insert is a true American Art Deco icon. John Sideli in his book "Classic Plastic Radios of the 30's and 40's" called it "one of the most important plastic radios ever made". This ivory plaskon Air King Model 66 was designed by Harold Van Doren + John Gordon Rideout for the Air King Products Company of New York in 1933. This early model constructed of Plaskon(an early plastic ), has Globe insert on its waterfall facade. The fragile nature of the Air King radios has made them extremely rare + desirable. Radio is all-original + in fabulous condition with only small scratches consistent with age and use. Globes and convex glass covering them are original + perfect. Black dial face with Atlas holding the world on his shoulders is is bright and perfect. The three Black bakelite knobs with inset ivory plaskon + the two top bars are original to the radio and perfect. Radio retains the original grill cloth and cardboard bottom panel. Speaker is removed from radio, as it is safer to display the Air King without the heavy speaker hanging from top of cabinet. The radio measures approximately: 11.75" High by 8.75" Wide by 6.75" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Air King 'Duchess' A-600 Catalin Radio in Green and Yellow
Rare Air King Beautifully Marbleized Green Catalin
Commanding Air King 'Duchess' A-600 catalin radio in marbleized jade green with yellow trim, is a substantial radio with a unique design + construction. Designed in 1946, this radio is comprised of 3 separate catalin pieces setting it apart from other radios of the time. The green cabinet and the front of the cabinet consists of two colors, the green insert grille and the yellow surround, both cast separately which are fastened to the yellow cabinet. It is believed that the front surround + the large attached grill are among the largest cast catalin parts ever made. The beautifully marbleized jade green catalin cabinet is contrasted with the yellow trim. The green Catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with tones of green, brown, yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The stately size of this radio, the color, and contrasting trim make for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to an a beautiful gloss. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in great original condition with no chips, tube burns, or repairs; however it does have a tight hairline by the bottom front screw hole as seen in photo. The yellow catalin grill surround and green catalin knobs are free of cracks, chips, or repairs. The plastic dial face is in great original condition with only minimal signs of use + age. The masonite back is original to the radio and still retains the original manufacturers sticker. Radio measures approximately: 13" wide by 8" high by 7" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Air King 'Duchess' A-600 Catalin Radio in Yellow and Jade Green
Seldom Seen Beautifully Marbleized Green Catalin Air King
Regal Air King A-600 'Duchess' catalin radio in yellow with marbleized bright jade green trim, is a substantial radio with a unique design + construction. Designed in 1946, this radio is comprised of 3 separate catalin pieces setting it apart from other radios of the time. The front of the cabinet is consists of two colors, the yellow insert grille and the green surround, both cast separately which are fastened to the yellow cabinet. It is believed that the front surround + the large attached grill are among the largest cast catalin parts ever made. The faintly marbleized yellow catalin cabinet is contrasted with the heavily marbleized jade green trim. The stately size of this radio, the color, and contrasting trim make for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to a beautiful gloss. This radio's beautiful yellow catalin cabinet, grill and knobs are in perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The green catalin grill surround and is also free of cracks, chips, or repairs. The plastic dial face is in good original condition with only small signs of age. The masonite back is original to the radio and still retains the original manufacturers sticker. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This is a seldom seen radio in excellent condition that would make for a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 13" wide by 8" high by 7" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.