Tesla - Talisman U308 Radio

An icon of post-war industrial design! Beautiful miniature reproduction of the Tesla Talisman U308 radio, designed in the 1940s. This is a high-quality miniature reproduction in excellent condition, perfectly functional. The radio receives AM and FM signals.

The Tesla Talisman U308 is an iconic radio receiver produced in Czechoslovakia at the time during the 1940s/50s, known for its distinctive bakelite design and for being one of the most common and representative radio devices of Eastern Europe of that era.

Here are the key points of its history:
Production and Period: The radio was produced by Tesla, a well-known Czechoslovak electronics brand.
"Talisman" Design: The 308U model is part of the "Talisman" series, famous for its compact, rounded and futuristic design for the era, often made in bakelite (a thermosetting plastic widely used in the early 20th century). The design is regarded as a classic example of post-war industrial design.
Technical Features (308U):
Type: Superheterodyne receiver, usually designed to operate on medium wave (MW) and long wave (LW).
Power Supply: It was a universal device (hence the "U" in the name), capable of running on both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC).
Valves: Used vacuum tubes for operation.
Historical Context: Production in Czechoslovakia reflected the need to create accessible and standardized radio sets for the population after World War II, within a state-run industrial context.
Legacy: Today, the Tesla Talisman 308U is a sought-after piece among antique radio collectors for its aesthetic appeal and historical importance, often subject to restoration.