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 A Fun, Quality and Reliable TRAVEL Radio 3.0 August 14, 2008
Tom Welch (Phoenix, AZ)
134 out of 139 found this review helpful
I recently read analysis of the Sangean PR-D5 vs. the Sangean PR-D7 radios. The reviews missed the point: These two Sangean radios target different market niches and needs. The PR-D5 is essentially a table radio while the PR-D7 targets folks that need a radio for domestic travel. I'm sure the engineers at Sangean see it this way. Why not buy both radios?
The Sangean PR-D7 has a clean crisp sound with very low noise floor on AM and FM bands, a great improvement over Sangean radios of similar size such as the ATS-505 or the ATS-909. BTW, I've tuned in all the major stations in the greater Phoenix area without a problem including the hard to catch 89.5, a classical station.
I have been very surprised at the overall performance of the PR-D7 radio and listen to this radio on a daily basis. The Sangean PR-D7 ($59) does 90 percent of what the Trivoli Songbook does at 25 percent of the Songbook's $200 price tag.
Still, the PR-D7 could use a multi-voltage AC adapter and a lock switch to be a complete global travel radio (like the Sangean ATS-606). Also, when traveling, cloth pouch would be a really nice touch. And while I'm making my wish list, the PR-D7 in a red or yellow case would be neat and easy to spot in a hotel room so you don't leave it behind.
One of the things I like about this radio are the controls, easy to learn and use, plus you can see the frequency and time on the display.
Update September 2008: I just recently purchased Sanyo's Eneloop AA rechargeable batteries for my PR-D7 giving me greater flexibility when enjoying this wonderful portable radio. I highly recommend Sanyo's Eneloop batteries.
Last week, from my greater Phoenix location, I picked KNX 1070 Los Angeles about 10PM in the evening.
Update October 2009: After owning this radio for 2 years, my little PR-D7 fell off a second story balcony and is now in pieces, so I ordered a second PR-D7 this morning. I suffer from cancer and kidney disease, so I've been in and out of the hospital several times this year, each time, my little Sangean PR-D7 went with me.
One of the neatest features of this PR-D7 is the no hassle recharging of the AA batteries, the radio automatically does this for you!!!
BTW, I ordered this radio from Amazon on a Friday morning and received the radio the next Tuesday morning. How's that for service!!!
Fantastic Radio October 29, 2008
Info seeker (LA, CA)
38 out of 38 found this review helpful
I was trying to replace my Sony ICF-M410 which is about the same size. I was extremely disappointed I could not find it as they discontinued this model and I was so happy with that radio. In searching for reviews of AM/FM small portable radios, I came upon this one. Not too many reviews (7) but I bought it anyway because I wanted a radio that ran on batteries. I could not be happier with this radio!! Superior in sound and reception to the Sony I had and a BIG PLUS is that you can use rechargable batteries (I have been using the eneloop) and charge them in the radio! Doesn't get any better than that and I LOVE having the option of using the electrical adapter (which comes with it) or use it with the batteries only. There is no weather band or tv band on this like the Sony, but I really mostly use the radio for AM reception and talk radio which is excellent (FM is also). I highly recommend this radio for anyone looking for a truly portable radio with great sound, reception and a compact size. I also love the volume knob and the display which has a lighted clock along with the channel. Oh, I forgot about the sleep timer too that I love. Hope this helps.
Good quality, great sound, nice features October 28, 2008
Kevin D. Hoff (Lomita, CA United States)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
This radio has many features. The best feature is the sound quality and signal strength. The sound is full and rich. It locks into all frequencies very well. It has alarms, and a sleep timer. It uses alkaline batteries or rechargables. Nice radio.
Sangean radio November 27, 2008
Chester Pray
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
This is the best book shelf radio I have had in a long while
The digital tuning is excellent, and why I purchased it. Selection with the tuner and reception with the rest is great. It is in the basement of my house below grade and behind a lot of concrete, yet I have no difficulty receiving stations 60 miles north and 40 miles south any time of the day.
Excellent reception and battery longevity December 12, 2008
Jerry D. Eisner
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I have been using this radio daily for the past month and I have yet to recharge the batteries. This is in contrast to my previous portable, several years old, that seemed to require this frequently.
Since there is an option for recharging without removing the batteries, it is even more convenient.
Additionally, living in a semi-rural location, the excellent reception this radio provides is a significant benefit.
Worth the price.
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