Name: | Rothermel Radio Corporation of Great Britain; London. (GB) |
Abbreviation: | rothermel |
Products: | Model types |
Summary: |
Rothermel Radio Corporation of Great Britain, Ltd. R.A. Rothermel Ltd. Rothermel Radio Corporation began in the 1920s as an importer of audio equipment. It transitioned to manufacturing its own products, including gramophone pickups, microphones, and piezo-electric components. After wartime challenges, it restructured and expanded into hearing aids and other electronic products. By the 1950s, it had diversified and changed its name to Motor and Electronics Corporation. |
Founded: | 1920 |
Closed: | 1954 |
Production: | 1920 - 1954 |
History: |
Rothermel Radio Corporation of Great Britain, Ltd. was founded in the early 1920s as an importer of audio equipment. The company was incorporated in 1920, initially focusing on importing and distributing radio and electrical components. [1][2] Early Years and Expansion Transition to Manufacturing and R.A. Rothermel Ltd. Key Products
Wartime Challenges and Restructuring
Post-War Expansion
Later Years Throughout its history, Rothermel demonstrated adaptability and resilience, evolving from a manufacturer of automobile parts and radio components to a diversified holding company with interests in various sectors of the electronics and automotive industries. [1] Wireless World Feb 10, 1926, Page A7. |
This manufacturer was suggested by John Koster.
Country | Year | Name | 1st Tube | Notes |
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GB | 27 | Rothermel Grebe [5 valves] | Obviously import model from USA: BC only, and a well known US brand! Probably a Synchropha... | |
GB | 27 | Rothermel Crosley Bandbox | Import from USA: no Long wave, well known brand and model name; most probably Crosley Band... | |
GB | 27 | Rothermel Grebe [7 valves] | Obviously import model from USA: BC only, and a well known US brand! Probably a Synchropha... | |
GB | 50 | Tone Arm S.12 | A tone arm fitted with the improved Rothermel Cartridge head which minimises breakage of c... | |
GB | 50 | Tone Arm Senior Model | This is a handsome bakelite tone arm with crystal pick-up and offset head to facilita... | |
GB | 50 | Tone Arm S.8 | The well-known popular Pick-Up embodying the improved Rothermel Cartridge head with Crysta... | |
GB | 50 | Tone Arm U.48 | This Tone Arm has been expressly designed to bring high fidelity crystal reproduction with... |
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