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SABA Röhrenradio wie abgebildet
Lindau W5
Von 1954
Voll Funktionsfähig
Kein Garantie oder Rücknahme
Nichtraucherhaushalt
Condition: good, which makes this look fair rather than risky at €90. With only 3 recent comparables, the median is €90 and the 25th percentile is €73, so this sits right at the market middle: not a bargain, but solidly in line for a clean example.
That’s a decent place to be for a vintage tuner like this. SABA’s better FM gear is generally well regarded for sensitive reception and a smooth, natural presentation, so the value is in getting a working, tidy unit that’s ready to enjoy. If the listing includes the original case, paperwork, or proof of recent servicing, that adds real upside; otherwise, the main buyer check is simply whether it locks stations cleanly, stays stable, and isn’t hiding dial or control issues.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
# SABA
SABA stands as a landmark in German consumer electronics history, with roots tracing back to 1835 when Joseph Benedikt Schwer founded a clock manufactory in Triberg, Black Forest. The company formally entered radio production in 1923 under the name Schwarzwälder Apparate-Bau-Anstalt (SABA), quickly establishing itself as a major force in German broadcasting and recording technology. By the late 1920s, SABA had become the nation's second-largest radio manufacturer after Telefunken, renowned for precision engineering and motorized tuning mechanisms. The company survived World War II's devastation and expanded into television and hi-fi equipment during the postwar boom.
SABA's product portfolio encompassed radios, televisions, turntables, amplifiers, and speakers, with particular strength in integrated hi-fi systems and consumer audio components. The brand became synonymous with quality German engineering and meticulous attention to detail. Notable products included the iconic S35 radio and early PAL color television sets. During the 1960s and 1970s, SABA produced respected hi-fi equipment, though the company did not focus exclusively on the high-end audiophile segment.
Today, SABA occupies a significant place in vintage audio collecting circles. The brand ceased independent operations in 2007 following insolvency and a failed joint venture with Thomson and TLC. Collectors and enthusiasts value SABA's mid-century and 1970s equipment for build quality and sonic character, positioning the brand firmly in the vintage and retro hi-fi market rather than contemporary production.
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