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Little used surviver from the late 1950's. h.h. Scott was a premier manufacturer at the time. The 330-C has two receivers, one FM and one AM, both mono. Early stereo was achieved at the time by broadcasting on channel via FM the other via AM. The receiver worked well last time it was powered up. That was 15 years ago. Selling as is. Minor repairs or electrical refurbishment may be required in order to use the receiver. Flat rate shipping in CONUS via Fed Ex fragile packing.
This USD$395 asking price sits well above typical market for vintage Scott tuners. Your internal comparable data anchors the median at USD$299 with a 75th percentile ceiling of USD$603, placing this listing in the upper-middle range. The HH Scott Type 330-C is a desirable tube tuner from the late 1950s with solid build quality, but USD$395 assumes either exceptional condition or rare accessories (original box, documentation). For reference, similar-era Scott tuners typically trade between USD$200–USD$500 depending on cosmetics and functionality. If this unit shows heavy wear, oxidized components, or is missing the original power cord, the asking price feels optimistic. Negotiate down to USD$320–USD$350 if cosmetics are merely fair.
Before committing, verify the tuner actually locks stations and holds frequency without drift—aging capacitors in the oscillator circuit are the first casualty. Confirm the dial lights work and the case isn't cracked or heavily dented. Ask the seller whether they've had it serviced recently or if it's been sitting dormant for years; cold solder joints are common on 1950s gear. Ideally, request a brief audio sample or confirmation that it was powered on and tested within the last month.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
H.H. Scott emerged as a cornerstone of American hi-fi in 1947, founded by MIT-trained engineer Hermon Hosmer Scott in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Initially housed in an old shoe factory, the company built on Scott's pre-war innovations in noise suppression to pioneer FM tuners and stereo integration, distinguishing itself from an earlier Chicago firm by adopting the H.H. initials. This heritage positioned H.H. Scott at the forefront of the post-war audio boom, shaping the golden age of high-fidelity sound.
The brand focused on premium home audio components, excelling in tube amplifiers like the legendary 299 model, groundbreaking FM stereo tuners such as the 350, and integrated receivers. Its product range emphasized engineering precision in amplification and tuning, delivering exceptional clarity and performance that defined mid-century listening experiences.
Today, H.H. Scott holds iconic status among vintage collectors and audiophiles, revered for its benchmark role in establishing hi-fi standards during the 1950s and 1960s. Though production ceased decades ago, restored originals command premium prices in the niche market for golden-era American gear, prized for their robust build and timeless sonic excellence.
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