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Reddit mentions of TECSUN PL-310ET FM Stereo/SW/MW/LW World Band PLL DSP Radio Black by allnice
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We found 2 Reddit mentions of TECSUN PL-310ET FM Stereo/SW/MW/LW World Band PLL DSP Radio Black by allnice. Here are the top ones.
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【Product Size】 - 14x3x8.5cm. All dimensions are measured manually with deviation （ranged）at 1 - 1.5cm. Small and light, it can fit in the pocket and carry everywhere for entertainment or study.【Product Function】- Alarm / Sleep Function, Digital Signal Processing, Auto Tuning Storage with ETM, AM / SW Selectable Bandwidth, Direct Frequency Entry, Dual Sleep Timers, Signal Strength Meter, Battery Power Level Display, Display screen Lock.【Product accessories】 - 1 * Radio, 1 * Carrying Pouch, 1 * Earphone, 1 * operation manual.【Product reminder】- The PL-310ET uses 3 AA Size Batteries & DC-IN 5v charging cable (Both not included in the product accessories. Could choose the rechargeable batteries.)【After-sale service】- The product has a one-year warranty, for the details, please contact customer service. If you have any questions, contact us without hesitation. We'll try our best to solve the problem for you.
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 3.3464566895 Inches |
| Length | 5.511811018 Inches |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 0.4188782978 Pounds |
| Width | 1.181102361 Inches |
I’m also new but from what I’ve just read in this sub, this Tecsun PL310ET is a good performer and only $48 on Amazon (depending on what your definition of cheap is, lol)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0104J57GS/ref=sspa_dk_detail_6?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B0104J57GS&pd_rd_w=XNEIq&pf_rd_p=8a8f3917-7900-4ce8-ad90-adf0d53c0985&pd_rd_wg=2Gr7L&pf_rd_r=0S6SWC7QRJJD06VW91PE&pd_rd_r=c82bad8c-f97d-4997-bf41-c9463c151553
I just got a Tecsun PL-880, which was around $150, so I can vouch for the brand anyhow.
You can go even cheaper with an analog tuner, but I’ve found that having a digital tuner makes a world of difference so you know exactly which frequency you are tuning into.
(Edited because I said lol too many times)
If you are looking for good quality used radios keep in mind that at 20 - 30 years of age components like capacitors will begin to fail, even if the radio was never used. Still, if you try the radio and it still works, then it still works.
New portables:
If you want to spend $200 go for the Sangean ATS-909X. It's my portable daily driver. Worth every dollar and more. Most of the classic Realistic shortwave portables were actually rebranded Sangean radios. So, if you are looking for an old Realistic portable look for the original Sangean models as well.
https://www.amazon.com/Sangean-ATS-909X-BK-World-Receiver/dp/B005GTO0CY
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At near the US $100 mark it is hard to beat these Eton Satellits for portable shortwave with SSB, FM with RDS and air band. For MW, not so much. These radios are a little smaller and much lighter than the 909X. Available in two cosmetic flavors but both radios are identical. I have been very happy with my Eton Grundig Edition Satellit.
Eton Grundig Edition Satellite:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ETON-SATELLIT-NGWSATB-AM-FM-LW-SW-radio-/263995847980
Eton Executive Satellit:
https://www.amazon.com/Eton-Executive-Satellite-Shortwave-NGWSATEXEC/dp/B01MTO7P8X
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Although I don't own either of these radios they are well-regarded by radio reviewers that I respect. These are the best $50 portables. No SSB at this price point, but will handle a short reel-up external antenna well for shortwave. Both are pretty darned small.
Radiwow R-108:
https://www.amazon.com/RADIWOW-Digital-Portable-Receiver-Activities/dp/B07MQWL9NJ
Tecsun PL-310ET:
https://www.amazon.com/TECSUN-PL-310ET-Stereo-World-allnice/dp/B0104J57GS