With the
advent of portable transistor receivers, Bush were under
serious competitive pressure to develop a successful range
themselves, which they achieved in 1959 with the launch
of the TR82 series of transistor radios. Once more, Bush
received critical acclaim from the radio buying public,
and especially from teenagers who were now proving to
be a serious force in the portable transistor market.
The authentic reproduction model from Bush for sale here
is virtually identical in appearance to the
original
Bush TR82 radio. The radio has the same controls in
the same place as the original but instead of the BS (Band
Spread) waveband you will find the FM waveband.
Advantages of DAB: 10
station presets, LCD display, Stereo speakers. DAB auto
tune - provides a full list of available stations.
The radio comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed
by Bush's managing director, which reads as follows: This
is to certify that this is an authentic, updated, replica
of the classic Bush TR82 portable radio. This unit has
been produced to the same designs and strict standards
as the original models. Every detail seen replicates those
found on the early versions but, incorporating the latest
in electronic technology and manufacturing processes,
the highest quality attainable is assured. Serial Number:.
Phil Dillon, Managing Director Bush Radio PLC.
Lastly, the price of the original TR82 Bush Radio was
21 guineas, as shown on this image of an early
price
tag. A guinea was £1-1s-0d (which is £1.05). It was
considered a more gentlemanly amount than £1.