Vintage Radio and Phonograph Society

About This Association

In the fall of 1974 a handful of dedicated collectors met to form the Southwest Vintage Radio and Phonograph Society. The expressed purpose of the organization was to preserve and restore the history and historical items of early wireless, radios, phonographs, telegraphs, tubes and related items. From that small group of individuals with a common bond in the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas area, the society blossomed and has grown to almost 500 members worldwide. To reflect the worldwide membership base, the word "Southwest" was ped from the official organization in 1978. The Society was formed as a non-profit organization under these goals. The Vintage Radio and Phonograph Society or VRPS, continues to strive toward those initial goals of preservation and restoration through the exchange of ideas at monthly meetings. Additionally, the organization hosts two annual swap meets and two annual auctions where members have the opportunity to dispose of surplus equipment and acquire others pieces that will enhance their personal collection. One of the auctions is in conjunction with the annual convention. The convention is an exciting time of old equipment contests, awards, a banquet, flea markets, and auctions (both live and silent) as well as an opportunity to renew old acquaintances.

Publications

The Reproducer, quarterly. Journal

Conventions

Annual

Specialties:

1. Communications

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