Philco Model 48-1201 "Bing Crosby Special" Radio/Record

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� Philco Model 48-1201 "Bing Crosby Special" Radio/Record � � � � � � Philco Model 48-1201 "Bing Crosby Special" � � � � Model 48-1201The model 48-1201 "Bing Crosby Special" was the 1948 version of the extremely popular 1946-47 model 46-1201. 5 tubes, AM radio only. When a record is inserted into the slot on the front of the cabinet and the door is closed, the record automatically starts playing. The "record-in-slot" system was designed by Emil I. Harman, a German designer who joined Philco shortly after WWII. Most 1948 models have a round brass medallion in place of the Philco decal as shown at left; the medallion is embossed with the Philco trademark. Philco 48-1201.� This unit is in very good condition as you can tell by the pictures.� � Although this unit looks great, there are some issues that must be addressed.� First of all, when you turn the unit on, there is nothing but a loud hum.� The second thing is with the drive wheel underneath the turntable: the rubber is dry and may need to be replaced.� Other than that, all the mechanics seem to work just fine.� Also, there� appears to be� a needle in the tonearm as well.If you have any questions, please� feel free to e-mail me. � � �

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