Realistic Flavoradio A Great tiny AM/FM Radio From The End Of The "Transistor Radio" Era.

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  • I've owned this tiny AM/FM radio for ages. I bought it to listen to the news while fishing on my wooden 12 foot flat bottomed boat. The boat sank one spring due to termites, but the radio survived! I kept it around and later used it in my Van camper and then as a radio to listen to when working on the farm.
    I figured it was worthless, but it turns out these are quite the little radio!
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  • @ku4uv
    @ku4uv ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I bought an AM only Realistic Flavoradio with money I got for my 7th birthday back in 1981. I took the radio to school, daycare, listened to distant AM stations under the covers at night, etc. I wish I had still the radio.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My first radio was a Hong Kong made 7 transistor model. AM only of course and yes, I remember listening to those distant stations every night in bed. Those were the days. The radio is long gone, but the memories last a lifetime.

    • @ku4uv
      @ku4uv ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FarpointFarms Yes sir, they do!

  • @Swamp-Fox
    @Swamp-Fox ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I still have a couple of old pocket transistor radios. Man, I sure do miss Radio Shack! I have many fond memories of that store.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too. Radio Shack was a huge part of growing up.

    • @RCAvhstape
      @RCAvhstape ปีที่แล้ว

      Even when Radio Shack started to suck and became a glorified cell phone store it was still good to have one for various electronic project parts. I used to go in there and browse around without knowing what I really wanted and figure it out on the spot, can't do that with online stores.

  • @daviddennison4201
    @daviddennison4201 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love anything RS radios like that come to life at night in my location

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Here as well. Love those distant stations!

  • @45AMT
    @45AMT ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's the fancy model. They had an AM only version too in the 80's. Cool throwback to when I was a kid!

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      I was always impressed that they crammed both bands in there!

  • @Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee
    @Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I had one very similar from 1995 to 1997 when I was stationed in Nc in the Marines. It brought many hours of news and music when I unable to get it by normal outlets

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Very cool. These were everywhere and super cheap back then. Now? It's getting hard to find ones that still work.

    • @redskyz483
      @redskyz483 ปีที่แล้ว

      What does " normal outlets" mean

    • @Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee
      @Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee ปีที่แล้ว

      @@redskyz483
      News/tv/cable , when your stuck out in the middle of nowhere , a transistor pocket radio becomes a sought after item

    • @redskyz483
      @redskyz483 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee where is Nc

  • @alextech88
    @alextech88 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A small radio like this saved me during hurricane sandy. No power or cable for 14 days. Gave me something to listen to, music and news etc. mine was that little Sony you showed in the video. I will never get rid of it. It’s in my bug out bag

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      For that reason alone, everyone should own one.

  • @jillsink1431
    @jillsink1431 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love it! Fancy too, a two bander! I have always wanted a plum Flavoradio from the original models.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They are quite collectable! I thought about getting an older AM only unit and was shocked at what they go for on eBay.

  • @trevorwoods3367
    @trevorwoods3367 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Many years ago I bought a box of sundries at an auction for two dollars. In amongst the other stuff was a National AM transistor radio. Made in Japan. Takes two AA cells. It has "Solid State" on the front. I would later find it was made in 1965 or 1966. They came in both red and black. Mine is black. It still works great. I keep it in the kitchen, where I can easily give it a bit of use.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      That is cool- I will say that they made stuff better back then- built to last

  • @bereadyeveryday6764
    @bereadyeveryday6764 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a cool blast from the past.

  • @blazerjim9901
    @blazerjim9901 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Enjoyed the video. I still own a couple transistors, still use them.👍

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They are pretty neat. I just spent the week with a tiny XHData radio and listened to AM every day and every night. Brought back o
      Some great memories.

    • @blazerjim9901
      @blazerjim9901 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FarpointFarms that they do.

  • @user-rx9gk7ik2e
    @user-rx9gk7ik2e 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I still have a record player that I bought from there in 1986.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That is pretty cool, I upgraded to a newer style one that has a nice retro look. My old one finally gave out on me

  • @HouseOfThe8Strings
    @HouseOfThe8Strings ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool little radio! I used to have an old G20 that I fixed up similar to yours. Shag carpet and cragar wheels to match!

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sweet! Love the old GM shorties!

  • @trcass1
    @trcass1 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    we have a local RadioShack. its been there for years, operated by the same person/family. i remember having a little am transistor radio back when i was a kid in the mid 60s. used to listen to it almost every night when i went to sleep. i go in every now and then just to see what they have on the shelf. thanks for sharing that nostalgic radio.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good to hear of an open radio shack!

  • @johnblanton-fd3jf
    @johnblanton-fd3jf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a few pocket radios , one being a Sinclair with the dinosaur on it . I always look for them when I'm out cruising the flea markets and thrift stores

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      I will have to keep a look out for that one- Here the flea markets can be hit or miss on what you find

    • @johnblanton-fd3jf
      @johnblanton-fd3jf ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FarpointFarms Yep ! For sure. :-)

  • @jacktaylor3001
    @jacktaylor3001 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mine was blue. It was $5 at Radio Shack in '88.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool! Good price back then as well.

  • @JD144-
    @JD144- ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dig the radio and the shagging wagon! Enjoyed the video!

  • @roberthoffman4713
    @roberthoffman4713 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A blast from the past. Love it. Back in the early days my parents would go to the grocery store, dad and I would take our battery club cards and get a battery at radio shack for my little radio. My radio seemed to chewed through the battery fast. But they were not the best batteries and maybe at that age, my expectations were to high. That being said it was awesome being able to have music and news anywhere I wanted. Funny how portable radios at one point grew into great big boom boxes. LOL.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I remember the battery club! I got the massive flashlight deals with them all the time.

    • @roberthoffman4713
      @roberthoffman4713 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The big 5 or 6 cell D battery flashlights. They were bright for the time. I had a few over the years. The new led lights are really amazing.

    • @JD144-
      @JD144- ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FarpointFarms I remember they used to do the coupon for the free d cell flashlights. I would get one every year for trick or treating, good times!

  • @RCAvhstape
    @RCAvhstape ปีที่แล้ว +1

    00:48 I bought that Sony radio after VWestlife did a video on it. It is a pretty high quality radio, worthy of the Sony name, nice build and nice reception and sound.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear great things about them.

  • @ericdee6802
    @ericdee6802 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dang it, you didn't do the 9v battery test with your tongue. Okay, lets cut the film and start from the top!!!... 9v battery tongue test take two!!!.🤣👍

    • @AndrewHCann
      @AndrewHCann ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL I done that when check Smoke Alarms in April & October on test battery still okay to plus work fine and nice jot of power Lol!

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha-I should have done that on camera for ya- Maybe next time

  • @RaymondJones-kh6pp
    @RaymondJones-kh6pp ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great little pocket radio

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it really it a great little radio

  • @AndrewHCann
    @AndrewHCann ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video Eric :) also remember those Flavors Radio Shack (Realistic) I had Blue one back in day and 9 volt battery last long time to ! I remember get for my father Red also put some valcor too back so stick on Air Conditioning box and RadioShack Extrenal Speaker in cab of 1968 McCormick International 105C combine gas and funny part with cab metal with windows he got lots radio stations with antenna fully extended out from Ontario Canada and USA too very good ! He only used radio in July and September do grains to combine on home farm was big hill and rent farms too! External Speaker was Mono help hear too he had turn up number 4 or 5 on volume control! Plus old Stake Farm, Pick ups of 3/4 ton GMC Radios did work so bought out my allowance 4 radios! Plus if bad strom in area in house hydro was out use them plus barns feed cows too ! We changed battery 9 volt once a month and use Duracell Copper Top ones Lol and take battery out so won't blow battery acid run them when not using them! Plus in Zip Lock Sandwiches bags to keep clean Lol! Yes I use battery operated radios to Eric got Avon emergency kit one my Aunt Helen gave it got Flashlight 2 stage one light and other Flasher type , Am/Fm radio , Tool Box with Automotive tools take 4 AA battery's and got siren to ! Very light of loaf bread weight! Plus like old Anologe needles radio to and radio hook up cigarette lighter recharge battery's of 4 AA or use radio or fix something dark on vechiles with Flashlight!

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool that Avon made emergency kits- I will have to keep a look out for them at the flea markets and such.

    • @AndrewHCann
      @AndrewHCann ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FarpointFarms be awesome in blue box pack in plus Yellow also Black color see them and very light weight!

  • @kurttuttle1817
    @kurttuttle1817 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, does that bring back memories. Had one similar but black and had it for years. I think it was stolen during one of my many moves while in the Army.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sorry to hear that! I kind of wanted a black one when I got this one, but as the years have past, I've come to appreciate the color range these came in.

  • @qwertykeyboard5901
    @qwertykeyboard5901 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have an AM 8 transistor model. Must of had some artists on the design team as it looks like a grey plastic brick...
    Anyway, one easy recap later and it's full awake. Not the best performer, but still fun!

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah yes, function over form. Nothing wrong with that!

  • @johnkelley6278
    @johnkelley6278 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Like the radio but I like the craftsman shirt better.

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I miss Sears as much as I miss Radio Shack!

    • @johnkelley6278
      @johnkelley6278 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FarpointFarms Was Tandy and Radio shack the same company?

    • @barneymm2204
      @barneymm2204 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnkelley6278 I think Tandy was a "Brand" of Radio Shack like the Archer stuff. (at least I think it was Archer)

    • @barneymm2204
      @barneymm2204 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and Optimus.

    • @johnkelley6278
      @johnkelley6278 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@barneymm2204 We have a Independent Radio shack dealer still here in Southern Ohio which I was in 2 weeks ago. It would be nice to know how many are left in the U.S.

  • @KongKingman
    @KongKingman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Early on Uniden made stuff for RS, more recently Sangean

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think I read somewhere that maxton made a lot of the cb radios as well.

  • @robertodwyer2979
    @robertodwyer2979 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have emergency crank and solar power am/fm/weather I use it everyday

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have one as well- this is just a fun cool old radio

    • @robertodwyer2979
      @robertodwyer2979 ปีที่แล้ว

      Almost every day I'm out my front porch with my realistic 221 40 ch walkie trying to make a contact on the super bowl channel 6 then I go on to channel 14 and I give you a call every day hoping one day the conditions are right so might hear me TransCanada radio 5 3 2 2

  • @schot2643
    @schot2643 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Small analog transistor radios are great. I like analogue radio, I don't like digital stuff. I also prefer the larger models. And vintage of course, robust and built to last. Some I have are 40 to 50 years old, battery powered and still playing great. Stuff you buy nowadays will last 5 years if you're lucky. Your little realistic is proof, at least 35 years old, incredible and still playing. I bet a new radio you buy now won't make it to 7 years. It's all mini smd on the circuit board, fragile and cheaply made. Buy a 70s-80s model, fix it up if necessary and it will last longer I believe. Thanks for this video, best regards, greetings from the Netherlands. PS I don't see a CB antenna on your truck...? ;-)

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you are very right on the build quality now a days. They just don't build stuff like they used to. Take care my friend

  • @somejackball
    @somejackball ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i remember them, never owned one sadly. and AM has an internal antenna that's directional, you prolly knew that though 😉

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yup. It always confuses the wife when I turn the radio a bit and reception cleans up.

  • @Sova-Arccaptain
    @Sova-Arccaptain ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Eric! The Arccaptain would like to invite you to try out our TIG200P welder machine. I reached out to you five days ago regarding this. Are you interested in giving it a try?

    • @FarpointFarms
      @FarpointFarms  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure. Email me here: farpoint.farm.survival@gmail.com