Made in Italy upcycled items - Craft Matters

Cadetto

amendola@romeing.it — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:30:12 +0000

VINVOX is the new voice of vintage – a union of mid-20th Century design and 21st Century audio technology.

This 1960s AM broadcast receiver has been modified to add Bluetooth connectivity, while maintaining the original vacuum tube circuits. You can choose whether to tune in to AM radio or connect and launch your Spotify playlist. Switch modes easily using the toggle on the back of the case. The original PDyn loudspeaker is in top condition and has a surprisingly good sound quality. In Bluetooth mode, LEDs installed behind the tuning window cast a captivating glow onto the speaker grille.

Original make/model: Philips BOI00U “Cadetto 2” made in 1960.

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Mambino

amendola@romeing.it — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 07:15:05 +0000

VINVOX is the new voice of vintage – a union of mid-20th Century design and 21st Century audio technology.

This portable AM transistor radio has been transformed with a Hi-Fi Bluetooth amplifier that lets you stream music from your device to its brand new 4-inch 25W speaker. A rechargeable NiMH battery pack allows for hours of playback.

Original make/model: Nordmende Mambino made in Germany in 1962.

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Nova

amendola@romeing.it — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 07:01:26 +0000

VINVOX is the new voice of vintage – a union of mid-20th Century design and 21st Century audio technology.

This 1950s AM broadcast receiver has been transformed into an easy-to-use Bluetooth speaker. A new 4-inch 25W speaker has been installed to improve sound quality. The light bulb behind the tuning wheel has been replaced with two warm white LEDs that never need to be replaced. The original knobs control volume and lights.

Original make/model: Radio Nova (model unknown) made in Italy circa 1955.

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Phonos

amendola@romeing.it — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 21:24:17 +0000

VINVOX is the new voice of vintage – a union of mid-20th Century design and 21st Century audio technology.

This mid-century AM broadcast receiver is in perfect working order with the original vacuum tubes and magic eye. A brand new three-way 20” speaker replaces the original paper cone speaker and new cloth mesh has been installed. With the flip of a switch, you can connect your device to the new Bluetooth amplifier for hi-fi playback. When in Bluetooth mode, the original tone knob doubles as volume control.

Phonos is the perfect housewarming gift or centerpiece of your own home decor!

Original make/model: Phonola mod. 5515 made in Italy in 1952.

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Picadores

amendola@romeing.it — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:29:15 +0000

VINVOX is the new voice of vintage – a union of mid-20th Century design and 21st Century audio technology.

Originally a battery-operated portable AM radio, Picadores now functions as a rechargeable Bluetooth speaker with FM radio. Fully integrated controls: original tone button selects mode; original volume knob functions as skip and search. Tuning wheel illuminated by a yellow LED.

Grab Picadores, power on, pair & go!

Original make/model: Sinignia Picadores mod. TRS12 made in Italy in 1970.

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Regent

amendola@romeing.it — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 17:17:18 +0000

Mid-century tabletop AM tube/transistor radio transformed into Bluetooth speaker with Alexa voice-activated smart assistant. Download Alexa app to configure. Light ring behind speaker grill activates with voice commands. Original power/band knob now works as power / function select / mic on/off. Original volume knob adjusts main amplifier volume. Connect via Bluetooth to use without Alexa if desired. Features a unique swivel base.

Original make/model: Roberts R66 manufactured in 1956 by Roberts Radio Co. Ltd., East Molesey, Surrey, UK.

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Eos

amendola@romeing.it — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 17:12:00 +0000

Mid-century portable AM radio transformed into rechargeable Bluetooth speaker. Original band selector buttons have the following functions: on/off ; previous track / volume - ; next track / volume . Comes with original leather carrying case and charging cable.

Original make/model: Trans Continents (Prandoni) All Transistor 7 made in Italy in 1957.

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Olympia

amendola@romeing.it — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 16:50:49 +0000

Mid-century wooden tabletop AM tube radio transformed into Bluetooth speaker with FM radio. New speaker and dual tweeters installed and covered with new mesh. Original knobs each have a function: power/mode, play/pause, volume adjust. Turn large knob to select LED illumination behind tuning window: warm white, red, blue, red/blue. off. Push buttons added for skip/tune functions. Equalizer and microphone input jacks (for karaoke!) on rear of case.

Original make/model: Olympia Radio Aret made in Italy circa 1954.

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Sonica

amendola@romeing.it — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 16:35:06 +0000

Mid-century portable AM-FM transistor radio transformed into Bluetooth speaker with digital FM radio. All original switches and knobs have a new function: main power; amplifier on/off/volume; radio tuning; mute. Red LEDs illuminate the tuning display at the touch of a button. Charge lithium-ion batteries with charging cable provided.

Original make/model: National Panasonic RF-883L made in Japan in 1968.

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Hypnos

amendola@romeing.it — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 13:22:35 +0000

Mid-century tabletop AM transistor radio transformed into Bluetooth speaker with FM radio. Main power switch, mode selector button and tuning/volume buttons on rear of case. Tuning wheel lights up yellow when powered on.

Original make/model: Radiomarelli RD225 made in Italy in 1960.

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