Transoceanic Series
Zenith is also known for their long distance shortwave sets. There were several versions made and the transistor helped to make these popular with people who were on the go as they were portable now. Below are a few examples of the most popular versions of these expensive, yet versitle sets.
| The following models reflect the Transoceanic transistor radio as it responded to new bands that came on the scene: | ||
| Royal 1000 | 8 bands AM/SW | SW 7 bands |
| Royal 1000-D | 9 bands LW/AM/SW | SW 7 bands |
| Royal 3000 | 9 bands LW/AM/FM/SW | SW 6 bands |
| Royal 7000 | 11 bands LW/AM/FM/SW | SW 7 bands |
| Royal 7000-1 | 11 bands LW/AM/FM/SW | SW 7 bands |
| Royal D7000Y | 11 bands LW/AM/FM/SW | SW 7 bands |
| R-7000-2 | 12 bands LW/AM/FM/SW | SW 6 bands CB/ VHF LO/VHF HI |
Check out these Transoceanic Series radios.
Royal 7000Royal 2000 AM/FM
Royal 1000-D
D7000Y
October 28th, 2007 at 11:26 pm
Good site here, Gary!!Thanks……………I have a transistor,Oceanic/Royal 3000 series.works very well and got at garage sale for 5 dollars………..any idea of price now and then??? Thanks alot and keep up the good work!!!! Joe.
December 8th, 2007 at 11:18 am
Joe, What a find! These were quite a technology invention for the early 60’s and they sold for alot of money back then. When they were first introduced in 1962 the suggested retail price was $275 which translates to almost $1800 today if you can imagine! (according to an inflation calculator at http://www.westegg.com/inflation)
They sell on ebay for anywhere from $75 to $300 depending on the physical and operational condition. Gary
June 13th, 2009 at 3:15 pm
Looking for info on Royal 78.I just bought a nice one but can find nothing about It