I was collecting Transistor Radios before Marty Bunis, and many of the transistors in Marty and Sue’s books are pictures they took at my house of my sets. My son has taken what he likes most and over the next few years I will offer the others on eBay- BIN. You will find cheaper Transistor Radios on eBay, but you will not find better!! PERIOD! These are the BEST of my 50+ years of Transistor collecting!! Enjoy!

 

Exceptional 1964 Standard SR-G430 Micronic Ruby Transistor Radio-in Box-Works Well!!!

PRIVATE STOCK FROM MY PERSONAL COLLECTION!!!

These miniature transistor sets were always some of my favorites.

It was hard to believe the sounds coming out of this little sets just 10 years after the first transistor radio (1954 Regency TR-1).

One thing I can tell you after owning over 100 miniature transistor sets: THEY NEVER WORK!

Usually, the batteries have corroded in place and leaked all over the electronics, or some other issue keeps them from working.

This one is the EXCEPTION, as it works GREAT, ……………………………………….

Now, I don’t mean to dis other sellers, but WORKS WELL doesn’t mean it crackles, pops, and hisses- Works Well means it picks up stations Well!

This little wonder picks up 5 or 6 AM stations clearly with substantial volume!

This miniature 2” x 2” x ¾” set has no cracks or chips and comes in its original box original box with its original clamshell case, operating instructions, Warranty, and earphone.

This set uses two A640 batteries that are readily available on eBay (contrary to what other sellers tell you).

I've added two pictures: One at the beginning with the radio in my hand because it is hard to understand just how small this radio is, and one at the end beside a Regency TR1 (not included with the auction) to get another view of the size.

Best you can buy with the Sheik’s Money!

From AI on the Net:

The Standard Micronic Ruby SR-G430  is a vintage micro transistor radio manufactured in Japan by the Standard Radio Corp. around 1962–1964. It is highly regarded by collectors for its extraordinarily compact "pocket-size" design and retro aesthetic. 

Technical Specifications

According to listings from eBay and Radiophile, the SR-G430 features the following technical details:

·         Transistors: It is a 7-transistor (some sources mention 8) AM band radio.

·         Dimensions: Approximately 43 x 49 x 20 mm (roughly 1.7 x 1.9 x 0.8 inches).

·         Power Source: Originally designed to use small mercury cell batteries.

·         Frequency Range: Standard AM broadcast band. 

Key Features and Accessories

The SR-G430 was often marketed as a high-quality gift item and typically included several specific accessories: 

·         Hardshell Case: Many units were sold in a presentation or jewelry-style case.

·         Accessories: Original sets often came with a wrist strap, earbuds, and a protective leather or plastic carrying case.

·         Design: Features a compact, mid-century modern aesthetic, often found in colors like black with silver-tone accents or cobalt blue.

Welcome to RADIOORPHANAGE JIVE (Just Incredible Vintage Electronics).

Here you will find the Best of my 50+ years of Vintage Electronics collecting.

These items are here because they are truly the Best of the Best. 

Enjoy the listings. I hope to have 100+ BIN JIVE listings continuously by the end of 2025.

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BLURB, INFORMATION, and BOILERPLATE:

These items all come from a SMOKE FREE, SMELL FREE Home.

RADIOORPHANAGE EBAY INFORMATION:

1) 2026 is my 28th year selling on eBay. I have bought, sold, and collected 25+ to 100+ year old Vintage Electronics for over 50 years. As I trim my collection, I try to sell a variety of interesting, hard to find Radios, Amplifiers, Record Players, Vinyl, Stereo Receivers, Speakers, Telephones, Transistor Radios, Tube Hi Fi and Audio, Television, Amateur Radio and Communication Devices, Vacuum Tubes, Telegraphs, Gaming Equipment, Early Computers and Calculators.

2)Check out all my other JIVE BINs and auctions, and mark me as a Favorite Seller. September to May is my selling season. There is something here for any vintage electronics collector or nostalgia buff. 

My current feedback is 99.6% with over 7000 feedbacks. 

I was the President of the New England Antique Radio Club and then the New England Vintage Electronics Club for six years. I stepped down at the end of 2018 to concentrate on finding new owners for the Vintage Electronics my son is not interested in.

3) I value you as a customer, and more importantly, a returning customer. 

I reward your fast payment with excellent packing, and lightning fast shipping.

4) I have no interest in taking advantage of anyone, and I have no need to. 

If you understand what you are buying, and how Vintage Electronics work, you will be very happy. 

If you don't understand how to put an antenna on an old tube radio, or how to connect speakers to a Vintage Amplifier, join a local Antique Radio or Vintage Electronics Club. 

If you don't know where your closest club is, let me know, and I'll tell you. 

If you don't know how to hook up or use what you are buying, or know someone who does, please don't buy. 

ASK QUESTIONS about anything you don't understand. I want you to be happy.

5) Shipping is expensive. 

You can pick your item up with NO SHIPPING costs at my home 50 miles north of Boston with advanced notice. 

The eBay concept of "free shipping" is one of the 3 biggest lies. 

We are the best packers on eBay, and pack YOUR item the way we'd like to receive it-if it was being sent to us. 

We take extra care in packaging, (Bubble wrap, foam pellets, proper boxes, etc.)(NOT the wadded up newspaper trick) There is a cost for doing this right. 

Our goal is to get it to you in good shape, and for you to not have to file those fruitless shipping claims. 

Let's face it, once it's broke, it's broke. 

We have lost a significant amount of money in packaging costs over the past 25 years, and will continue to do so to get it to you in one piece.

6) YOU & US: Note that the majority of what we sell is antique, vintage, and/or collectable electronics. 

For liability purposes, Radioorphanage / Bruce Phillips accept NO responsibility for how the buyer uses or misuse of the items. 

We see you as a valued customer, and want you to be happy. 

Buy with confidence, as we are in this for the long haul- not for a quick buck. 

If you are not happy, for any reason, let us know and we'll try to make it right.

7) Questions? Please ask!