Westinghouse Aeriola Sr. Amplifier Type AC 1920s Antique Radio Audio Amp withTubes
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Step back into the dawn of radio with this Westinghouse Aeriola Senior Amplifier, Type AC, Style 326032 – a rare and historic piece from the early 1920s, when wireless listening was still a brand-new frontier. This handsome wooden-cased unit was designed as a two-stage audio amplifier, boosting signals from the Aeriola Senior and other crystal sets so listeners could drive a loudspeaker or multiple headphones. It represents one of the very first commercial steps from headphones-only crystal radios into amplified home listening. Authenticity: Still retains its original instruction sheet inside the lid, complete with Westinghouse branding, wiring diagrams, and connection notes – a true time capsule. Controls: Dual filament rheostats on the front panel, original jacks and hardware, clearly labeled “Detector” and 1st / 2nd Stage. Construction: All-original interior with early transformers, hand-soldered connections, and period wiring – a look at radio technology just as the vacuum tube was changing the world. Condition: Excellent presentation with only light wear consistent with age. Wood case shows a warm patina. Inside components are intact (see photos). This piece is untested and offered as-is for display, restoration, or collection. Collectors know how scarce these early Westinghouse amplifiers are, especially complete and with the factory instruction card still present. Whether you are a serious antique radio enthusiast, a museum curator, or a lover of early 20th-century technology, this amplifier captures the excitement of the “Radio Boom” era like few other items.
