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Condition is unknown, but at £399 this sits below the £465 median for comparable Radford listings and well above the £243 lower quartile. That makes it a fair-to-good price rather than a clear bargain; the value depends heavily on whether it is tested, original, and supplied with the correct connection arrangement for an STA 15 or STA 25.
The SC22 is a well-regarded vintage control unit and a natural partner for Radford’s STA amplifiers, with particularly strong phono performance and the engaging, spacious presentation enthusiasts seek from the range. It is also relatively uncommon, so a clean, properly working example can justify the asking price. Before committing, confirm whether it is the externally powered SC22 rather than the mains-powered SC22P, and check that the required cable or power-supply provision is included.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Radford Electronics, a storied British hi-fi brand from Bristol, traces its origins to 1946 when radio enthusiast Arthur Hedley Radford—amateur callsign G6YA—began crafting amplifiers in the postwar era. The company quickly gained traction with its debut hi-fi model in 1959, building on pre-war electronics expertise to produce gear that captured the imagination of early audiophiles. Though the original firm wound down, its legacy endures through Radford Revival, a UK craft outfit meticulously recreating classics with modern tweaks while honoring exacting original specs.
Radford's product focus centered on amplifiers, where they excelled in both valve (tube) and early transistor designs, including integrated models like the HD250. They pioneered transmission line speakers and dabbled in preamps, such as the rare SC22P with onboard power supply. Output transformers stood out as their hallmark, delivering unparalleled clarity and power. Turntables, DACs, headphones, and cables never featured prominently; their domain was pure amplification and speaker innovation.
Renowned for quality "second to none," Radford occupies a niche vintage-collector space, appealing to high-end enthusiasts chasing that golden-era British sound. Once a benchmark for Williamson-style amps, today's Revival editions cater to boutique buyers seeking authentic tone with reliability upgrades, cementing their status among obscure icons rather than mass-market players.
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