Vintage Gonset G-43 communications receiver in solid working condition. This is an early 1960s tube-era AM receiver with CW/SSB (BFO) capability. Demo (copy/paste if video doesn't show up in listing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ys2_S9H7pts )
Performance
- AM broadcast band receives strong local stations clearly
- Shortwave reception tested using ~20 ft wire antenna
- Signals received on 80m (~3.5 MHz) and 40m (~7 MHz) bands
- Good sensitivity and stable audio
- Typical shortwave background noise present as expected
Controls & Features
- 6-band coverage: 0.54 – 30 MHz (per dial markings)
- Main tuning + bandspread for fine adjustment
- Sensitivity (RF gain) and antenna tuning controls
- Mode switch:
- PHONE = AM with AVC (radiotelephone reception)
- CW/SSB = BFO enabled for Morse and SSB signals
- ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) and crystal calibrator
- Receive/Standby switch (for use with transmitter setups - hit standby when transmitting)
- Headphone jack and internal speaker
Notes
- BFO function confirmed (mode behavior changes as expected)
- SSB/CW reception requires careful tuning, as typical for this type of receiver
- Dial calibration may vary slightly due to age
Condition
- Cosmetic condition consistent with age (see photos)
- All major controls respond and were exercised during testing
See listing demo video. Here is a manual for it: https://www.manualslib.com/manual/4176192/Gonset-G-43.html#manual
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