Grundig 960 Classic AM/FM Shortwave Radio

Grundig 960 Classic AM/FM Shortwave Radio

Product Description
Amazon.com Review
The Grundig 960 Classic 50th Anniversary model blends a functional AM/FM shortwave radio with the quality design of Grundig's 1950s-era box radio. Replicating the original wood construction with brass accents, the 960 provides rich, warm sound through its three-speaker cabinet. Also included is a very contemporary external audio input, which supplies the option of connecting a TV, CD player, or VCR.

This solid retro unit has an attractive cloth-covered speaker and sturdy manual volume and tuning knobs. Tuning initially requires developing something of a feel; we found that it was easy to spin past our preferred frequency at first. But with a little practice, we began to feel quite expert, and we were soon tuning in very clear FM, medium-wave, and shortwave signals, both foreign and domestic. Since there are only a few controls, setup is easy, allowing plenty of time to sit back and listen.

Two 3-inch side speakers and one 4-inch front speaker with 3-watt power output produce a clean, crisp sound. Grundig's instruction book is designed to look like the original, but its text is thoroughly contemporary. As an attractive conversation piece or an opportunity to discover shortwave radio, the Grundig 960 Classic is a real turn-on. The unit comes with a one-year warranty on parts and labor. --David Greenberger

Pros:

Great radio reception

Classic styling

Auxiliary input for CD, TV, and VCR

Shortwave fun for the neophyte

Cons:

Constructed of wood-based particle, not solid wood

Precise tuning takes some practice

Product Description:
Remember when radio sounded so real that voices were almost with you in the room? When music had a warm, rich, full-bodied tone? Those wonderful days are back! Grundig has revived its legendary Model 960. The long-lost sound is back. The 3" side speakers, left and right, spread a spacious stereo image, while a front-firing 4" speaker reinforces the bass and fills your listening room with glorious Grundig sound.You need a great radio to enjoy great radio! More stations. More news and more music. Get yourself a 960 with full, rich sound and enjoy. The Grundig Classic 960 is your listening post that lets you travel the globe without ever leaving home.It's your entertainment center. Auxiliary input takes the audio signal from your CD, cassette player, or TV... and turns it into spacious, room-filling, glorious Grundig sound! This special 50th Anniversary Edition faithfully replicates the dimensions and styling of the original Model 960. The cabinet is solid wood. The gold-tone illuminated dial and knobs are accented with solid brass.

Grundig 960 Classic AM/FM Shortwave Radio

Grundig 960 Classic AM/FM Shortwave Radio

Average customer rating:

Grudig 940...great for XM
For old times sake
Things to reflect upon about this product.......
Nice radio depending on how you use it
great product!

Grundig 960 Classic AM/FM Shortwave Radio

Manufacturer: Eton
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

50th Anniversary model replicates the original 960's styling
Solid wood cabinet with brass-accented knobs
Auxiliary input allows connection to CD, TV, or VCR
2 3-inch side speakers and 1 4-inch front speaker
3-watt power output

ASIN: B00000JD4W

Product Description

Remember when radio sounded so real that voices were almost with you in the room? When music had a warm, rich, full-bodied tone? Those wonderful days are back! Grundig has revived its legendary Model 960. The long-lost sound is back. The 3" side speakers, left and right, spread a spacious stereo image, while a front-firing 4" speaker reinforces the bass and fills your listening room with glorious Grundig sound.You need a great radio to enjoy great radio! More stations. More news and more music. Get yourself a 960 with full, rich sound and enjoy. The Grundig Classic 960 is your listening post that lets you travel the globe without ever leaving home.It's your entertainment center. Auxiliary input takes the audio signal from your CD, cassette player, or TV... and turns it into spacious, room-filling, glorious Grundig sound! This special 50th Anniversary Edition faithfully replicates the dimensions and styling of the original Model 960. The cabinet is solid wood. The gold-tone illuminated dial and knobs are accented with solid brass.

Amazon.com Review

The Grundig 960 Classic 50th Anniversary model blends a functional AM/FM shortwave radio with the quality design of Grundig's 1950s-era box radio. Replicating the original wood construction with brass accents, the 960 provides rich, warm sound through its three-speaker cabinet. Also included is a very contemporary external audio input, which supplies the option of connecting a TV, CD player, or VCR.

Pros:

Great radio reception
Classic styling
Auxiliary input for CD, TV, and VCR
Shortwave fun for the neophyte

Cons:

Constructed of wood-based particle, not solid wood
Precise tuning takes some practice

Amazon.com Product Description

The classic is back, but this time, it's even better. Rich sound, accurate tuning, and the ultimate in retro-cool; it's all built into this updated version of the legendary Grundig Model 960. Gather the family around and relive radio days gone by with this stunning replica of a classic. In addition to AM/FM tuning, the Model 960 also tunes on the shortwave band, so you can listen to broadcasts from around the world.

The Model 960 doesn't scrimp on sound or features. The analog tuner offers great accuracy, with a smooth operating tuning dial matched to an easy-to-read frequency indicator. Volume, bass, and treble thumbwheels are arrayed on the front of the cabinet. Three-inch side speakers on the left and right of the radio are paired with a four-inch, front-firing speaker to reinforce the radio's bass response. Total power is rated at three Watts. It all adds up to rich, room-filling sound.

While many replicas retain the look of the original, they often scrimp on materials and workmanship. Not so with the Model 960. The radio's cabinet is made of solid wood and the gold-tone, illuminated dial and knobs are accented with solid brass. In a bow to modern sensibilities, the Model 960 does feature a stereo line-in jack for connecting a CD player or other external device.

What's in the Box
Model 960 Radio, AC adapter, and owner's manual.

Customer Reviews:

Grudig 940...great for XM.......2007-02-09

I bought this radio(the first edition) about 6 years ago, for the looks and as a conversation piece with my Cigar Humidor and 1900s work desk. The tuning was iffy, the lighted dial poor, shortwave? Who Cares? Really didn't get it for that...the piece acted as a great conversatiion piece for several years, until my wife purchased a XM radio set-up for my birthday last year.....the AUX function was perfect, the dim lighting didn't matter(because of the XM)...and the sound is much better than some of the nimrods on this site claim.....all-in-all it's still a great conversation piece, and now thanks to XM, a nice useful radio...especially when playing the Old Time Channel on XM.....perfect!

Rate it a 2 for the first five years of ownership, rate it a 4+ now.

For old times sake.......2004-10-04

The only gripe I have with this radio is that the lighting is not strong enough to read the stations. Otherwise it is a very good buy for the price. It lacks all the mod cons such as a remote control and the like but we have Bose for that. I have two Bose radios and frankly they do have a better sound than the Grundig. They are also much more expensive! I am very happy with both the Bose and the Grundig but there is something about the Grundig that reminds me of plays on the radio in the late fifties when the radio was an important part of life. Of course this Grundig does not have the sound of the Grundig I had in Germany. That one almost had a place at the dinner table such was its presence. Nothing is as we remember it. I am very glad to have this as a reminder of simpler and perhaps happier times. The times when the attention span was not determined by a remote control.

Things to reflect upon about this product..............2003-12-28

I think there are TWO things to keep in mind when purchasing one of these:

1.) There are two versions of this radio, one that was "the 960 classic". Identified by it's extremely dark finish and a horizontal list of small boxes with counries listed in them just below the FM scale. Another couple of ways to tell edition one from the second edition is the side speaker grills on version one is divided in four sections (on the Second edition has only three sections). The function keys (FM,AM,SW...) on the Second editions are much taller then on the first.

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT??? The second edition has much better attention (and quality control) on the tuning section. Over all it's better performing product.

With that said that brings me to my second point (I take it you're really interested if you've read this far!!!)

2.) I own both editions of the "Classic 960" and enjoy both. I think (by reading the other reviews) some folks expect a bit much from this radio IT IS NOT A WATKINS JOHNSON 8718 SHORTWAVE RECEIVER!!! NOR IS IT A McIntosh STEREO SYSTEM!!!

Again with that said it is solid on AM/FM and Shortwave if setup properly (A.K.A. like ALL radios it needs a GOOD antenna).

My point in closing is this; this radio can be had for less then $150.00 for the money it looks, sounds and performs very respectable. If you expect more than that you will not be happy. However if you keep your expectations realistic you will enjoy this fine little radio.

Nice radio depending on how you use it.......2003-11-04

Hello everyone its Vince the radio man. I have been a buff and collector for many years and I love to do compares . Its was very interesting to see the great variation of ratings on this radio from you folks out there . As I read them I understood and related to all of them . Depending how you use this radio it good be a 1 or a 5 . It is an authentic looking "retro" radio that is pretty well made . The wood cabinet and the gold paint trim are done very nicely . The sound quality is typical of what a '50s radio sounded like ...not great bass nor high highs but a punchy mid-range . This radio does have some very good features and I have gotten unbelievable performance out of mine. First off ( and this will sound a little silly) it has a ground screw . Very valuable if you know how to properly ground a radio. This will greatly increase your reception on AM and SW . I have DXed Europe and Asia on AM!!! on this radio with a Terk AM advantage antenna and a nice ground . You must also connect an RCA cable to the Aux. inputs and complete the ground by connecting the cable to a receiver or tape deck that is plugged into the AC .True its analog , but you can get ( sometimes better) performance from and analog tuner that isn't weighed down with those overly clean filters that the digital radios have . It also has an aux. in to use the system from another source , nice . Yes , mostly its a show piece, but if used correctly and if you buy the newer model that has the built in fine tuning ...you'll be very surprised as to what this thing can do . Buy it if you are a collector or want something unique .

great product!.......2003-06-08

The radio is fine. When you tried it out in the store i'm sure you found that it isnt a home theater system. Yes, it's not the best speaker or newest features, but what kind of putz would have bought it if the didn't know this in the 1st place. (RE, utter junk person.) I find that is great to put on while having a nice meal with the family. i win! king me!

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