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πŸ“» Compact Portable AM/FM Shortwave Radio by RadioShack: A Versatile and Reliable Choice Review

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Details

Power SourceAC & Battery
BrandRadioShack
Hardware Interface3.5mm Audio
Frequency108 MHz
Display TypeLED

Description of πŸ“» Compact Portable AM/FM Shortwave Radio by RadioShack: A Versatile and Reliable Choice

Picks up AM/FM/SW(Shortwave) Channels. Backlit Digital Display Channel Readout & Clock. Dual Time Setting with Single Alarm and sleep function. Up to 30 presets (10 Presets Per Band).

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great Travel Companion

This compact shortwave radio is the perfect Electronics device for traveling. It's lightweight, easy to use, and has excellent sound quality. The reception is also impressive, providing clear channels no matter where you are. The only drawback is that it lacks presets, unlike other radios in its category. Nevertheless, it's an excellent purchase for those who love to stay tuned in while on the go.

Pros
  • Great for listening to international broadcasts and emergency weather reports.
Cons
  • Requires a bit of technical know-how to operate and tune in stations accurately.

Revainrating 1 out of 5

This is Radio Shack - - Shortwave Radios

I have had good luck with Radio Shack products for years. This AM/FM/SW radio is my emergency portable radio, replacing a 25 year old Radio Shack AM/FM/SW radio that whoops - dropped. The built in clock works well, just wish there was an inexpensive AC power supply.

Pros
  • Decent Performance
Cons
  • Miscellaneous Other

Revainrating 3 out of 5

The sound quality is terrible

Look I just bought a cheap battery powered portable radio that can be used around the house (indoors, outdoors, basement). I still have one from Sony that I like but I wanted a replacement and the Sony is sold out. This one works well when picking up local stations etc. But the sound/sound is of very poor quality. I mean you can hear everything but nobody sounds like what I'm used to. I ended up settling in a rarely used office where I don't have to use it for very long.

Pros
  • Only positive
Cons
  • Processing