Zenith Model 6-S-52, 1936.  6 tubes.  Features:  black Magnavision dial, split second tuning, tunes 5 wave bands on 3 simplified dial ranges, bands illuminated in different colors, 10-inch dynamic speaker and overtone amplifier.  This console uses Zenith's 5619 chassis (same as 6-S-27 tombstone), which despite a low tube count, really belts out powerful sound.  Original cost:  $69.95

 

 
 
 
 
 

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