Antique Philips 930A radio. Mod. 'Ham Can', 1932

Vintage Philips 930A Tube Radio. Also Known as Ham Can. Netherlands, 1932

Beautiful vintage Philips 930A radio, popularly known in Spain as Ham Can or Quesito. This is an iconic model from the brand, manufactured in the Netherlands in the 1930s and in magnificent condition. The radio works well and can be plugged into a 220V outlet without needing a transformer. The cabinet is made of metal with a rosewood-effect finish, featuring black Bakelite controls and decorative accents. All of its parts and components are original and in working order, making this radio an antique that is as decorative as it is functional.

On the front of the radio, right in the center of the front panel, there is a die-cut circle crisscrossed by four parallel waves, above which four stars are superimposed. This is the original Philips logo, incorporated into the design in an aesthetic and ingenious way. Behind the logo, we can see the fabric that conceals the speaker and allows sound to pass through. The radios controls allow you to select a frequency, turn it on and off, scan the dial, and tune in to a station. Once turned on, it begins to operate after it warms up. If you remove the panel that closes the radio at the backwhich is attached to the casing where the connections are hiddenyoull find a metal plate with information about the radio: model, number, voltage, etc. In addition, youll also see the serial number 63450 engraved on the casing itself.

This fantastic vintage Philips 930A radio, also known as the ham can, is a 20th-century icon, exceptionally beautiful and with excellent sound quality.

Dimensions: Width: 39 cm. Height: 46 cm.

History of the Philips 930A Radio

The Philips 930A radio was launched in 1931 and was known internationally as the Chapel Radio. It features an instantly recognizable design that marked the point at which Philips decided to prioritize design as well as technological quality. The Dutch companys previous designs were boxy and impersonal, but the Chapel (designed by Louis Kalff) marked a turning point. In addition to its aesthetic beauty, this radio also became hugely popular for the quality of its sound, which was enhanced by the inclusion of an internal speaker.