Network Microphone Flags for the 44B and 44BX

Bring back the memories of your favorite shows. These microphone flags can prominently identify your favorite network on your 44B or BX. This was an effective way to advertise the network. Most flags were after-market items.

Features

  • Durable non-magnetic aluminum.
  • Professionally painted.
  • Accurate silk screened imagery on all three sides.
  • Internal felt pads for microphone protection.
  • Hardware included for mounting.

NBC

National Broadcasting Company. (1926) This was probably the most popular of the series that showed the lightning bolts. NBC was owned by RCA. They had two networks: Red and Blue. They also had the lesser known White and Orange networks which were dropped. Their flag has a black background with white lettering. $85.00

CBS

Columbia Broadasting System. (1927) Founded by William S. Paley, whose original funding came from his family’s cigar company. CBS was a fierce competitor to NBC. The CBS flag has a black background and white letters. $85.00

MBS

Mutual Broadcasting System. (1934) Formed by joining WGN, WXYZ, WOR, AND WLW stations. The Don Lee Network joined in 1938 from the West Coast. This flag is black with white letters. $85.00

ABC

American Broadcasting Company. (1943) Formed by Life Saver candy creator, Ed Noble, by acquiring the Blue network from NBC. The ABC flag is white with black lettering. $85.00

Undecorated

A white undecorated version is available for your own imaging needs. $65.00

Special Imaging

There are undoubtedly many other flags for smaller networks, radio stations, and recording studios. If you have a specific need for a 44B or 44BX type flag, we can fabricate it to meet your requirements. Please contact us for details and prices.