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His Master's Voice 64052 'Little Nipper' radio receiver

1957

His Master's Voice 64052 'Little Nipper' radio receiver

1957

  • NFSA IDX45NZW29
  • TypeObjects
  • MediumArtefact
  • FormStill Image
  • Year1957

In 1949, His Master’s Voice (HMV) released the ‘Little Nipper’ table radio.

There were several updates to the design, with the 64-52 model manufactured 1957-59.

The name was inspired by the HMV logo, which depicted the dog Nipper listening to a gramophone recording of his master’s voice.

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In 1949, His Master’s Voice (HMV) released the ‘Little Nipper’ table radio.

There were several updates to the design, with the 64-52 model manufactured 1957-59.

The name was inspired by the HMV logo, which depicted the dog Nipper listening to a gramophone recording of his master’s voice.

Return to Radio 100 Chapter 2

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