Unlike later "pocket radios" that used tiny speakers producing tinny highs, the Admiral features a 4x6 inch oval speaker mounted in a sealed wooden back (not plastic!). Because of this wooden baffle, the 111-07 produces low-end response that should be impossible for a battery-powered unit.
If you want Bluetooth, buy a JBL. If you want loud volume, buy a boombox. admiral 111-07
Vintage Audio / Hi-Fi
Given the build quality and the joy of that analog dial, I still think it is the best bargain in vintage radio. Unlike later "pocket radios" that used tiny speakers
Don’t let the "Admiral" name fool you. This isn't a low-ranking officer. It is the flagship. admiral 111-07
March 8, 2025