[BC] WLW

[Fred Gleason]

On Thursday 15 December 2005 21:39, Jeff Johnson wrote:
> It's fun to drive past the WLW site, look at the classic diamond shaped
> Blaw-Knox tower emblazoned with "WLW", and think of all of the photons that
> have streamed from that source over the decades. It is good to know that it
> is still vital.

I had the privilege of getting a tour of the building a few years back.  
Fascinating!  Much of the 500 kW rig was still there (although sadly, a 
number of pieces are gone), as well as the original Western Electric 50 kW 
box that was the 'driver' for 500 kW.  When I was there, the Western Electric 
was reputed to be still in working order, although I've no idea what state 
its in today.

It would be a great site for a broadcast museum, were it not for the fact that 
it is still an active high-power AM/FM transmitter site (not to mention 
having a family residence on the property as well).

Cheers!


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