RFT

RFT (Rundfunk- und Fernmelde-Technik, formerly Radiofunktechnik) was a significant East German electronics manufacturer that operated during the German Democratic Republic era, primarily recognized for producing a wide variety of electronic equipment including broadcasting equipment, consumer electronics, and audio products. The company was associated with quality German craftsmanship and manufactured a comprehensive range of products catering to both professional broadcasting applications and consumer audio enthusiasts. RFT products included radios, audio amplifiers, speakers, and various electronic components that served both domestic East German markets and export markets during the Cold War period. The brand was part of the centrally planned East German electronics industry and represented an important segment of the country's technological capabilities. However, RFT ceased operations following German reunification in 1990, when the East German industrial structure was dissolved. The brand is now considered defunct, though vintage RFT equipment remains sought after by collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate East German engineering and build quality from that era.