Autographed by William Shatner! Limited to 500 worldwide. Comes with a custom display case, numbered display plaque signed by William Shatner, and plaque holder. Includes a certificate of authenticity with a photo from the autograph event and a behind the scenes story about the prop.
There are few science fiction props as widely recognized as the Communicator from the Original Star Trek television series. Designed to look like a piece of working 23rd century hardware, the original Communicator was actually the product of innovative 20th century design and the imagination of prop designer Wah Chang.
In their quest to create the definitive Communicator replica, the Master Replicas design team conducted an extensive study of several surviving Communicator props. They took hundreds of detailed measurements and photographs to ensure they would achieve accurate geometric and color reproduction of the prop. They also interviewed the original prop makers and other recognized experts in prop design in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the design, intended use, and functions of the original prop. The design team even located the actual reel-to-reel tapes of sound effects used on the original series when it was filmed at Desilu Studios. The authentic sound effects featured in the Master Replicas Communicator prop replica were digitally recorded from those original tapes.
Features the familiar “chirp” when you open the antenna. The dial spins continuously and the power and frequency lock lights ignite when the Communicator is activated. Blinking red emergency beacon. Frequency search signal when you turn the frequency selector dial. Incoming call alert prompts with a hidden button. Constructed of durable metals and other top quality materials, the Star Trek Communicator will stand the test of time. Comes with a custom display case, numbered display plaque and plaque holder. (Subject to change.)
