G3A

Astor (brand), Radio Corporation Pty., Ltd.; Melbourne

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  • Year
  • 1962–1964
  • Category
  • Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 263397
    • alternative name: Radio Corp.of Australia

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Tubes
  • 5
  • Main principle
  • Superheterodyne (common); ZF/IF 455 kHz; 2 AF stage(s)
  • Tuned circuits
  • 6 AM circuit(s)
  • Wave bands
  • Broadcast only (MW).
  • Details
  • Changer (Record changer)
  • Power type and voltage
  • Alternating Current supply (AC) / 200-250 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • 2 Loudspeakers / Ø 6 inch = 15.2 cm
  • Power out
  • 4.5 W (unknown quality)
  • Material
  • Wooden case
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: G3A - Astor brand, Radio Corporation
  • Shape
  • Console, Lowboy (legs < 50 %).
  • Notes

  • A seven stage single unit stereogram standing on detachable legs.

    Features four-speed Collaro "Studio" record changer with Ronette Stereo-105 cartridge, two matched audio frequency amplifiers use inverse feedback with bass boost. Dual ganged volume and tone control maintain balanced tone and volume in each amplifier. Provision is made to enable either left or right channel speaker to be replaced by an external speaker to improve stereo in a large room. The power output is 2.25 watts per channel. Removal of two screws allows front panel to be detatched for easy servicing. Ferrite rod aerial makes external aerial unnecessary except for long distance reception.

    Polished wooden cabinet by Gainsborough with Maple, Medium Walnut or Mahogany tonings finished in Polyester.

  • Price in first year of sale
  • 103.95 AUS £
  • Literature/Schematics (1)
  • - - Manufacturers Literature (Service Data Astor Model G3A-1, 1/3/1962.)
  • Author
  • Model page created by Stuart Irwin. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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