The talking machine world (Jan-June 1925)

April 15, 1925 THE TALKING MACHINE WORLD 45 Thompson Radio -^an instrument worthy of great music "OW that the mechanics of radio transmission have been brought to a high state of perfection, programs are getting better and better. Artists of world-wide repute are bringing their talents to the broadcasting studio. Completing the cycle of perfection is the Thompson receiver, which delivers these improved programs precisely as they are put upon the air. The great operatic arias; the blended strings, woodwinds and brass of the symphony orchestra ; restful chamber music; the foot-agitating rhythm of America's great dance orchestras; the natural voice of a great statesman — the Thompson brings them all to you in the tones of realism. "Thompson Tone stands alone," music-lovers say. Thompson has the background Behind the Thompson Neutrodyne is a radio and engineering background unmatched in the industry — fifteen years' experience in designing, developing and manufacturing intricate and delicate radio apparatus for the armies, navies and commercial institutions of the world. Add this to the Neutrodyne superiorities in general and you have a receiving set that stands alone in the world of music In the Thompson Radio, range, volume and selectivity are likewise outstanding. These superiorities and Thompson Tone are what induced highclass music dealers and dealers in highclass radio and electrical equipment to seek the Thompson franchise. These dealers are glad to demonstrate the Thompson in your home, and to extend, if you wish, reasonable terms. Distance with volume An unique transformer (an exclusive Thompson engineering feat") permits the use of six tubes in the Thompson Neutrodyne — an achievement heretofore confined to the laboratory. Distant programs that come in faintly (if at all!) on ordinary receiving sets are delivered with the volume of nearby broadcasts on the 6-tube Thompson. Like the reserve power of the 90horse power automobile, the superpower of the 6-tube Thompson Neutrodyne is there when you need it. The 6-tube Thompson Concert Grand can be used with 6 tubes, 5 tubes or 4 tubes by merely moving a simple plug from OlOCDPSOD one socket to another. Truly a power range possible with no other Neutrodyne on the market. Three sets from which to choose The 6-tube Thompson Concert Grand sells at $180. This is unquestionably the finest thing in radio today at any price. There is also the 5-tube Thompson Parlor Grand Tvhich sells at $145. Thompson quality throughout, but with one tube less than the Concert Grand. Then there is the 5-tube Thompson Grandette which sells at $125. This differs from the Parlor Grand chiefly in size and cabinet work. Arrange now for demonstration In the quiet of your home, free from disturbing influences, hear the Thompson Neutrodyne. The Thompson dealer will bring a set to your home and demonstrate it under operating conditions which any set you buy will have to meet. This will give you the opportunity to let your ear decide. Radio programs are getting better day by day. To hear them at their best, you need the musical marvel of radio — the Thompson Neutrodyne. Arrange for the demonstration now! R. E. Thomp Thc 6-tube Thompson Neutrodyne RHDIO Thompson Speaker, $28 To jtet best results from the Thompson or any olhcr <nod receiver, use the Thompson Speaker. Exlremelv sensitive. Contain!) oversize magnet and coils, amplifvinft armature, diaphragm in scientific cone shape, .md inctudev simple thumb-screw volumc-refiubtor. Uses no battery current. For supremely natural home radio — the Thompson Speaker! l ull-page newspaper rotogravure advertisement (greatly reduced). Appeared in New York Times and The Chicago Tribune. Typical of Thompson national advertising. "Thompson Tone" backed by 15 years' experience Fifteen years' experience in the industry has produced here, not only an excellent radio, but a marvelously fine musical instrument. That's why the Thompson Neutrodyne is always handled by those music houses who have established reputations for carrying only the best musical instruments. And that's why the Thompson is winning its way pell-mell into the music-loving hearts of the country. An extensive campaign of newspaper advertising is fast establishing the fact of the goodness of the Thompson Radio. Thompsons sell. They sell because hearing is believing! There is no question but that the Thompson Radio is one receiver that sells upon the sheer merits of a demonstration. Excellent profits and much musical prestige accompany the Thompson franchise. A liberal policy of dealer co-operation is behind the Thompson line — with a company that has stood foremost in its field for many years. Have you seen the Thompson Phonograph Panel? If you are interested in the present of musical radio, and in the remarkable possibilities it holds for the future, we shall be glad to refer you to the nearest Thompson distributor. R. E. THOMPSON MANUFACTURING CO., 30 Church St., New York City. Factory, Jersey City