Description
*The radio will fit without any modification to the dash but does not appear stock as the knobs and backrings are not exact copies of the original set from 1968. Learn more about our Dream Line Radios.
Our 1968 Corvette radio is part of our dream line. The radio is designed to look, fit, and feel exactly like the original, but the knob and backing set is not an exact copy. The original set of 1968 Corvette knobs and backrings will fit this radio, but at this time, we do not offer the knob and backring set for the 1968 Corvette.
Our 1968 Corvette radio is designed to look, fit, and feel just like the original AM/FM radio. Behind the dash, the radio case is only 3.5” deep, allowing room for air conditioning and other options. The AM/FM ‘roll over’ type dial looks and works exactly like the original and the AM/FM band is selected by using the slide bar. This radio does not have a digital display.
When the radio is powered on, the dial pointer, knobs, and pushbuttons all move and work like the original. Every radio comes equipped with Bluetooth® for wireless audio streaming and hands-free phone control. Other features include a 3.5mm auxiliary port to plug in any compatible device, such as an MP3 player, a CD player, or an updated cassette/8 track player, as well as another input jack specifically designed to work with our foot control switch. Each radio comes with a 12 ½” 12 wire harness with male and female connections for easy connection/disconnection. This harness includes power, ground, a 12-volt output wire (for options like a power antenna or amplifier remote connection), 4 speaker connections, and dial lights. The radio also has 4 channel RCA outputs for an external amplifier and a subwoofer RCA output. Please see the links below for more information.
Specifications:
- Fits the original 1968 Corvette dashes. No modifications are necessary!
- Radio case dimensions: 2.5” H, 8.25” W, 3.5” D (behind the dash)
- High-quality chrome-plated, die-cast zinc radio face.
- Black and chrome-plated plastic knobs and chrome-plated plastic backrings are included.
- The brushed silver plastic pushbutton’s function and look are original.
- AM/FM radio with programmable options for North American or European channel spacing.
- Digitally tuned AM/FM Stereo receiver provides stable, high-quality reception while keeping the original analog display.
- AM/FM ‘roll-over’ dial scale looks and functions like the original!
- AM or FM band selected with the slidebar, like the original.
- The stereo indicator (located on the top right of the dial) illuminates when the radio receives a stereo signal.
- Convector and/or multiplexer not needed
- Sensitivity (FM S/N 30dB) typical 5 dBµ, (AM S/N 20dB) typical 29 dBµ.
- Bluetooth® 5.0 with built-in microphone for HFP
- HFP, HSP, A2DP, and AVRCP profiles are supported.
- Bluetooth mode offers a programmable audio equalizer while streaming music.
- 3.5mm auxiliary input jack for any compatible device such as an MP3 player, a CD player, or an updated cassette/8 track player (radios do not work with original, unaltered 8 track players)
- Radio is compatible with XM radio receivers using the 3.5mm input jack. (XM is not included with the radio purchase)
- An additional input jack specifically for use with our foot control switch option is included.
- Radio output: 180 Watts RMS (45W x 4 speaker channels at 4Ω, 14.4 V, 1 kHz)
- Do not use original, grounded speakers! Radio has a protective circuit that shuts down if a speaker wire is grounded or has faults.
- Speaker recommendations: 40+ watts RMS rating, 4 Ohms, SPL 88+
- Four low-level outputs + 1 subwoofer RCA output located on the back of the radio for use with an external amplifier
- Radio operates on 11.5-16 Volts DC, negative ground only!
- Controls use the same size and thread shafts as the original. Mounting hardware is included.
- Control operations include on/off, volume, tone, tuning, balance, and a hidden fader function, all from original-looking and feeling analog controls.
- Pushbuttons can save 5 FM preset stations and 5 AM preset stations.
- Memory retention (presets and other user settings) with power disconnected; there is no need for constant power!
- LED dial lights are green to match the original
- Standard (Motorola) antenna jack located on the back of the radio
- 9” mounting backstrap included
