The 18A appeared when radio was still the principal source of home entertainment, news and music. Television was not yet widespread, and a good-quality wireless set was an important household purchase. Pye was one of Britain's leading radio manufacturers, with a reputation for innovative circuitry and attractive cabinet designs.
The 18A features a rounded wooden cabinet with decorative dark inlaid bands, a cream-coloured surround to the loudspeaker and tuning dial, and a striped speaker cloth.
Valves:
- ECH35
- EF39
- EBL31
- AZ31
SERVICE MANUAL PREVIEW
The Trader service sheet for the Pye 18A and G18K, which also covers the export versions 38A and G38K, is available to members. Here's a taste of what's inside.
These pictures are faded on purpose, just for this preview. Members get the complete service sheet, unfaded, to view and download.
The service sheet includes:
- The full circuit diagram
- Component values, with where to find each one on the chassis
- Valve analysis, with the voltages and currents
- Diagrams of the wavechange and tone-master switches, with tables of switch positions
- How to replace the drive cord
- Step by step circuit alignment
- Notes on the radiogram and export versions
- Photos of the top and underneath of the chassis
