The Ekco U353 is a British valve radio introduced in 1959, manufactured by E.K. Cole Ltd. of Southend-on-Sea, Essex. It is an interesting example of late-1950s radio design, combining traditional medium- and long-wave reception with the then relatively new VHF/FM broadcasting.
Valves:
- UCC85 – VHF/FM front-end
- UCH81 – AM frequency changer
- UF89 – Intermediate-frequency amplification
- UABC80 – Detection and audio preamplification
- UL84 – Audio output
- UY85 – Mains rectifier
- DM70 – Visual tuning indicator
The service manual for this radio is available in the Members’ Area.
