Illustrated PDF documentation is included with the model.

Please note that some materials used in this model make use of the Color Mix node.  If this model is to be used with Blender 3.4 and later, the Color Mix node will automatically be converted to the newer Mix node which replaces it, and should look and render fine.  However, once converted and saved with Blender 3.4 and later, the material will no longer work with Blender versions prior to 3.4.

Description:

This is a model of an early 1930s vintage Edison-Bell “cathedral” radio.  It features two-toned wood inlay, an illuminated dial and three bakelite tuning and volume knobs.  The model can be used as a prop in period scenes, or as an antique showcased in a more modern scene.  It is of sufficient detail that it can be used in a close-up shot.  

Usage:

The model is contained in a single .blend file with all textures/images/materials packed inside.  To use this model you can append it into your scene as follows:

• Go to the File Menu and pull down to Append

• Find the Antique_Cathedral_Radio blend file and double-click on it

• Double Click on the Collection icon

• Select the “Append_Antique_Radio” collection and click Append

Note that the model components are all parented to a master Empty item represented by the large labelled axis.  You can move or rotate this Empty to adjust the location and orientation of the model.

The brightness of the illuminated dial can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the intensity of the point light object.

Technical:

The radio was modelled in Blender 3.1 and utilizes PBR materials (Cycles/Eevee).

Dimensions:  W: 15.8” (401mm)  H: 18.6” (472mm) D: 9.3” (236mm)

Vert. Count: 65,351

Face Count: 64,629

Textures:  4K PBR

Subdivision modifiers on Top_Arch, Dial_Plate and Front_Arched_Face objects.  These can be turned off if desired.