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1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653, All Vacuum Tubes Hi Fi

The Cabinet Workmanship of thie1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653 is a Thing of Beauty. The hand rubbed finish and the hand selected panels of wood make each model a piece of art.

The video below: Rescued from a Shed, My 1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653, All Vacuum Tubes Hi Fi. Testing the FM Radio, she flipped over in the back of my truck coming home, I had to drag the console out of the back of the shed that has been broken into and looted. This old girl is tuff as nails. She still plays, both the radio and the turntable. I cannot believe how many times I have had to save this stereo, from a foreclosed home to a looted shed. My life is a nightmare, but my Curtis Mathes is a blessing. #curtismathes #curtismathes40m653 #fmradio #vintagestereo #hifi

In the video below: The Curtis Mathes Stereo 1961, Curtis Mathes Turntable playing a 45 Speed Record, Searching for You, The Jamies. The Curtis Mathes Banner, Authorized Distributor, was from a 1961 Curtis Mathes Showroom. The Curtis Mathes Sign, was from Curtis Mathes Repair shop. #curtismathes #benhewitt #youbreakmeup #vintagestereo #curtismathesstereo

In the video below: The 1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653, All Vacuum Tubes Hi Fi, Playing CM Collection of Stereo Music Album Two. The songs are Camelot, Percy Faith Orchestra, I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, Tony Bennett, Smoke Gets In your Eyes, Paul Weston. She in her new home, finally safe and sound. She flipped over in the back of my truck coming home, I had to drag the console out of the back of the shed that has been broken into and looted. This old girl is tuff as nails. She still plays, both the radio and the turntable. I cannot believe how many times I have had to save this stereo, from a foreclosed home to a looted shed. My life is a nightmare, but my Curtis Mathes is a blessing. #curtismathes #curtismathes40m653 #cmstereomusic #vintagestereo #hifi

Curtis Mathes Stereo 1961, Curtis Mathes Turntable playing a 45 Speed Record, You Break Me Up, Ben Hewitt. The Curtis Mathes Banner, Authorized Distributor, was from a 1961 Curtis Mathes Showroom. The Curtis Mathes Sign, was from Curtis Mathes Repair shop. #curtismathes #benhewitt #youbreakmeup #vintagestereo #curtismathiesstereo

In the video below: Restored the Lovely Cabinet on the 1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653, All Vacuum Tubes Hi Fi. Testing the Turntable, she flipped over in the back of my truck coming home, I had to drag the console out of the back of the shed that has been broken into and looted. This old girl is tuff as nails. She still plays, both the radio and the turntable. I cannot believe how many times I have had to save this stereo, from a foreclosed home to a looted shed. My life is a nightmare, but my Curtis Mathes is a blessing. She is playing another Curtis Mathes Stereo LP, the songs: Swinging Down the Lane, the Four Lads, La Mer, Andre Kostelanetz, Lavender's Blue, The Norman Luboff Choir #curtismathes #curtismathes40m653 #fmradio #vintagestereo #hifi

In the video below: Restored the Lovely Cabinet on the 1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653, All Vacuum Tubes Hi Fi. Testing the Turntable, she flipped over in the back of my truck coming home, I had to drag the console out of the back of the shed that has been broken into and looted. This old girl is tuff as nails. She still plays, both the radio and the turntable. I cannot believe how many times I have had to save this stereo, from a foreclosed home to a looted shed. My life is a nightmare, but my Curtis Mathes is a blessing. She is playing another Curtis Mathes Stereo LP, number four, the songs: Blue in the Night, Jo Stafford, You're the Cream in My Coffee, Harry Reser Orchester, Can Can, Andre Kostelanetz. #curtismathes #curtismathes40m653 #fmradio #vintagestereo #hifi

A Look at the Chassis of My Curtis Mathes Stereo Model # 40M653 was made 09-18-1961. The attention to detail back in 1961 was second to none, this truly was the golden age for the company.

The photo below is of one of the huge made in Texas Speakers in my CM 1961 stereo. All hand made in Texas. This Curtis Mathes Stereo Model # 40M653 was made 09-18-1961.

The photo below: This is the Day I found her November 19, 2010. Many Years Ago, the Curtis Mathes Stereo Model # 40M653 was made 09-18-1961. Someone had dropped her off at a thrift store, someone's discard was my treasure.

The video below: Curtis Mathes Stereo 1961, Curtis Mathes Turntable playing Martin Denny, Exciting Sounds Of Exotica Vol 2, LP Liberty Records, The Curtis Mathes Banner, Authorized Distributor, was from a 1961 Curtis Mathes Showroom. The Curtis Mathes Sign, was from Curtis Mathes Repair shop. #curtismathes #martindenny #vintagestereo #curtismathiesstereo #exoticatwolp

Another look at the Chassis of My Curtis Mathes Stereo Model # 40M653 was made 09-18-1961. The attention to detail back in 1961 was second to none, this truly was the golden age for the company.

In the video below:1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo Playing a Firestone Christmas Records, Joy to the World ...

Curtis Mathes Stereo 1961, Curtis Mathes Turntable playing a 45 Speed Record. In my Babies Eyes …

This Curtis Mathes Stereo Model # 40M653 Has Been with Us for Many Years. This photo was taken November 19, 2010. That is my very happy youngest Daughter Charis.

In the video below: CM Collection of Stereo Music Album Two, Playing on the 1961 Curtis Mathes Console Stereo, Model 40M653, All Vacuum Tubes Hi Fi, The songs are: How Are Things in Glocca Morra, Norman Luboff Choir, I Enjoy Being A Girl, Andre Kostelanetz Orchestra, Quiet Girl, Dave Brubeck Quartet. She in her new home, finally safe and sound. She flipped over in the back of my truck coming home, I had to drag the console out of the back of the shed that has been broken into and looted. This old girl is tuff as nails. She still plays, both the radio and the turntable. I cannot believe how many times I have had to save this stereo, from a foreclosed home to a looted shed. My life is a nightmare, but my Curtis Mathes is a blessing. #curtismathes #curtismathes40m653 #cmstereomusic #vintagestereo #hifi

In the photo below: My Daughter Karah is probably not happy with my new find, But I was Exhilarated that Day. She grew up with my hobby and probably was thinking not again. This Curtis Mathes Stereo Model # 40M653 was made 09-18-1961.

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