RADIOMARELLI RD-229 (1962) BLUETOOTH SPEAKER

VINTAGE RADIO CONVERTED INTO A BLUETOOTH SPEAKER. RADIOMARELLI RD229 model from 1962. Vintage piece with a desaturated blue color tending towards gray, completely Made in Italy. In good condition. Made in the Marelli factories in Sesto San Giovanni. Dimensions: 27 cm x 15 cm, depth 10 cm.

THE HISTORY OF THE OBJECT. Radiomarelli was founded in 1929 as part of the Italian Magneti Marelli factory, a company established in 1919. During the 1930s, Radiomarelli became a leading radio manufacturer, consolidating its position in Italy. During the economic boom of the 1950s and 1960s, the company expanded its product range, including televisions. Collaboration with RCA began in 1930, leading to the creation of high-quality radios. However, with technological advances and the arrival of color television in the 1970s, the company faced new challenges. Despite these difficulties, Radiomarelli maintained its prominent position in the Italian market until the 1980s. Its historical importance is linked not only to its quality products, but also to the pioneering role it played in the development of the Italian electronics industry.

ONLY YOURS, A UNIQUE PIECE. Each piece is for sale as a one-of-a-kind piece. The fruit of research among collectors and enthusiasts from around the world, this treasure will be yours alone. We give new life to these magical objects from the past, piece by piece, handcrafted and with the utmost care.

FULLY COMPATIBLE. 100% compatible with all Apple and Android smartphones, tablets, PCs, Macs, and any other device with a Bluetooth connection. We're the only ones in the industry able to offer a custom hardware Bluetooth receiver: we program it for each individual radio so that the Bluetooth connection name is exactly that of our brand and not a generic name.

THRILLS, AMAZES, CONQUERS. The thrill of breathing new life into a piece of history with the gestures of the last century. The new Bluetooth system starts simply by turning the radio's original power knob, and the volume can also be adjusted from the knob.

FULL RESPECT FOR HISTORICAL VALUE. Our mission is to preserve the historical value of the object while making it more functional for the modern era. We proudly retain the original components within each radio during the transformation into a Bluetooth speaker. This decision pays tribute to the history of each piece and ensures that authenticity remains intact. Furthermore, we want to emphasize that our modification is non-invasive and completely reversible. Your radio, your stories, and your listening pleasure always remain at the heart of what we do.

STREAMING WITHOUT BORDERS. Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, Google Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tidal, Digital Radio, and much more. Free to listen to your favorite audio stream and control everything directly from your connected device.

READY FOR ALEXA AND GOOGLE HOME. You can pair your Amazon Echo or Google Home to add voice control and multi-room functionality to Erwitt radios. Manage your smart home or ask to play your favorite song. Hearing a response from a radio from the last century will leave everyone breathless.

THE SOUND THAT SETS YOU APART. A warm, vintage, and immersive sound that stands out from modern speakers. When we work on a radio, we completely overhaul the original speaker. This is because our goal is to achieve a unique sound that stands out for its character, timbre, and intensity. We love the idea of reviving the original "voice" of each radio, elevating it to the highest level. Want to hear it for yourself? Visit us at the Official Store or visit the "Listen" section of our Instagram profile . Want a video of a specific model? Contact us and we'll send it to you.

THE SECURITY OF AN OFFICIAL STORE. Not just online. We're here to offer you a real-world shopping experience, a leap back in time where the scent of the past meets the charm of elegant, timeless lines. Customization options are available on many radios, and you know who you're buying from. We put our face to it, with passion and availability.

5-YEAR SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Every single order is carefully processed in the Erwitt laboratories, so we're confident we're offering you a quality product. You can rely on our free technical support for any need and are covered by a full 5-year warranty. If you change your mind, we always offer free returns.

FREE SHIPPING, ALWAYS. No Prime membership required; shipping is always free for our customers, regardless of the amount spent. Within 3-6 business days of placing your order, the radio is converted to Bluetooth and shipped to you.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Classic 220V power supply. Professional 5V power supply with short circuit and overload protection. Original speaker in perfect condition and completely overhauled. 30W amplifier with carefully balanced DSP. Erwitt AptX 5.0 Bluetooth receiver with custom connection name and parameters. Original knob ignition and warm LED light.