Description
Grundig 3025/S Zauberklang AM FM Tube Radio Receiver Vintage West Germany
The Grundig 3025/S Zauberklang is a vintage multi-band AM/FM tube radio receiver manufactured by Grundig Radio-Werke GmbH in Fürth, Bavaria, West Germany. It covers Long Wave (LW), Medium Wave (MW/AM), Short Wave (KW), and FM/VHF (UKV) bands, and features the Grundig Hi-Fi Klang-Register — a row of preset tone-selector keys on the lower fascia. The cabinet is constructed of wood veneer with a large woven speaker grille and a backlit analog station dial printed with European city and station names. This particular example appears to be a Scandinavian export variant, with Swedish-language labeling on the dial and controls.
Specifications & What's Included
- Make/Model: Grundig 3025/S (Typ 3025/S)
- Type: Multi-band AM/FM tube radio receiver (Musikgerät)
- Bands: LW (Long Wave), MV (Medium Wave/AM), KV (Short Wave), UKV (FM/VHF)
- FM tuning circuits: 10 (FM 10 Kreissar)
- AM tuning circuits: 7 (AM 7 Kreissar)
- Power supply: AC multi-voltage — 110 / 125 / 160 / 220V (Växelström)
- Antenna: Built-in ferrite antenna (Ferrit-Antenn); external antenna terminal, 300 Ohm
- Tone selector: Hi-Fi Klang-Register preset keys (FRAN, GRAM, LV, MV, KV, UKV)
- Auxiliary input: Gramophone / Grundig tape recorder (Grammofon eller GRUNDIG Bandspelare)
- Cabinet: Wood veneer, tabletop form factor
- Speaker grille: Large woven fabric grille covering the front face
- Country of manufacture: West Germany (Made in W-Germany)
- Manufacturer: Grundig Radio-Werke GmbH, Fürth (Bayern)
- Export variant: Scandinavian market (Swedish-language dial labeling)
- Tweeter speakers: Missing from this unit
Applications
The Grundig 3025 series was produced in the mid-to-late 1950s as a premium tabletop home radio, designed to receive broadcast stations across Long Wave, Medium Wave, Short Wave, and FM bands — a standard configuration for European table radios of that era. Grundig's "Zauberklang" (German for "magic sound") branding designated their higher-fidelity audio chassis within the consumer radio line. Sets of this type are sought by vintage radio collectors, restorers, and enthusiasts of mid-century German consumer electronics. They are commonly displayed as decorative pieces and restored to operational condition using period-correct tubes and components. The multi-voltage power supply makes this unit adaptable to different AC mains standards, which contributed to its suitability for export across Scandinavian and other European markets.
The Grundig 3025/S Zauberklang AM/FM tube radio has been powered and tested at our facility; the radio receives signal and plays music through the main speakers, with all knobs and buttons functioning as expected. The wood veneer cabinet displays age-appropriate wear consistent with a vintage piece—visible scuffing and minor surface marks on the sides and top—while the front fascia and dial panel retain good cosmetic appearance, and the speaker grille cloth remains intact. Please note that the tweeter speakers appear to be missing from this unit. This is a functional, tested radio in used condition that represents a solid foundation for enjoyment or restoration.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Grundig |
Model: |
3025/S |
MPN: |
3025/S |
Type: |
AM/FM Tube Radio Receiver |
SKU: |
52808 |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
West Germany |
Manufacturer: |
Grundig Radio-Werke GmbH, Fürth (Bayern) |
Bands: |
LW (Long Wave), MV (Medium Wave), KV (Short Wave), UKV (FM/VHF) |
Tuner Type: |
Analog Dial with Station Preset Dial |
FM Circuits: |
FM 10 Kreissar (10 FM tuning circuits) |
AM Circuits: |
AM 7 Kreissar (7 AM tuning circuits) |
Power Requirements: |
110/125/160/220V AC (Växelström) |
Antenna: |
Ferrite Antenna (Ferrit-Antenn); external antenna terminal 300 Ohm |
Gramophone Input: |
Yes — Grammofon/Grundig Bandspelare input |
Tone Control: |
Hi-Fi Klang-Register (preset tone selector keys) |
Cabinet Material: |
Wood veneer cabinet |
Form Factor: |
Tabletop / Desktop |
Era / Decade: |
1950s |
Language on Dial: |
Swedish (Scandinavian export version) |
Condition: |
Used — Powered and tested; receives signal, plays music; tweeter speakers missing |
Seller Notes: |
Tweeter speakers missing. Knobs, buttons, and main speakers functional. |
Condition Notes: |
The Grundig 3025/S Zauberklang AM/FM tube radio has been powered and tested at our facility; the radio receives signal and plays music through the main speakers, with all knobs and buttons functioning as expected. |