Philips - 283 BD283U Tube radio

Philips Philetta 283 BD283U tube radio (1958/59) – design classic in brown – in working order

For sale is a well-preserved Philips Philetta 283 BD283U valve/table radio from 1958/1959 – a genuine piece of German radio history in the characteristic, timeless 1950s design.

This model belongs to Philips' well-known Philetta series, which is valued for its compact design, good sound quality, and its distinctive Bakelite housing. Today it is highly sought after by collectors as well as a stylish vintage decorative object.

Technical Data

Model: Philips Philetta 283 BD283U
Manufacturer: Deutsche Philips GmbH
Year of manufacture: approx. 1958/1959
Tube configuration: 6 tubes
Principle: Superhet
Wave regions
Long wave (LW)
Medium wave (MW)
Shortwave (KW)
UKW (FM)
Operation: AC device 115–220 V
Speaker: Dynamic oval speaker (approximately 10 × 15 cm)
Enclosure: Bakelite (brown)
Dimensions: approx. 28.5 × 18 × 16.6 cm
Weight: approx. 2.8 kg

state

Visually in good, well-maintained condition with a beautiful, age-appropriate patina.
A case with an attractive shine and typical vintage character.
The device has been tested.
FM reception available, stations could be received.
Reception, as is typical with tube radios, is highly dependent on location and antenna, so the number of stations that can be received varies with the environment.

An external whip antenna is included in the package and supports FM reception.
No guarantee of continuous operation, as this is historical equipment.

Special features

Iconic 1950s design
Compact design – ideal for a shelf, sideboard, or desk.
Warm tube tone
Beautiful collectible piece or stylish decorative object for living spaces, studios, cafés, or shops.

Notice for buyers:

It is a tube radio over 60 years old. Age-related signs of wear are normal. The radio is offered as a collector's and enthusiast's piece.

The radio is packed as securely as possible to ensure safe transport.

Best regards