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Sangean U3 AM FM Ultra Rugged Digital Tuning Radio

Sangean U3 AM FM Ultra Rugged Digital Tuning Radio

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$183.06at NeweggChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $183.06 at Newegg on Nov 9.

Our take on the Sangean U3 AM FM Ultra Rugged Digital Tuning Radio

The Sangean U3 is a job-site AM/FM radio built around a sealed, water-resistant housing and a digital tuner with preset memory. It runs on batteries or AC and adds a built-in flashlight, a clock with alarm and a public-address style microphone input, which most compact radios lack. It suits contractors, garage and workshop owners, and campers who want a loud, tough radio rather than a hi-fi. Against smaller pocket and table radios it is bulkier and heavier, but its weather sealing and rugged shell are the trade-off.

Best forJob sites and workshopsGarage and shed useCamping and outdoor workAnyone wanting a loud, tough AM/FM radio
Pros
  • Sealed, water-resistant housing handles dust and splashes
  • Digital tuning with preset memory is easier than a dial
  • Runs on batteries or AC power
  • Built-in flashlight and clock with alarm
  • Loud output with a PA-style microphone input
Cons
  • Large and heavy for a portable radio
  • AM/FM only, with no weather band or Bluetooth
  • Sound is built for volume, not music detail
  • Battery life depends on volume and battery type

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Sangean U3 AM FM Ultra Rugged Digital Tuning Radio price history

Lowest price we've seen: $183.06 on Nov 9 at Newegg. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners treat the U3 as a workhorse radio for garages, job sites and outdoor use. They praise its loud speaker, tough sealed body and simple digital tuning. Complaints center on its size and weight and on sound quality that favors volume over fidelity.

What people mention
  • BuildPraisedOwners say the sealed, rugged body holds up to dust, splashes and drops on job sites.
  • SoundMixedReviewers find it loud and clear for talk radio but harsh and thin for music at high volume.
  • TuningPraisedThe digital tuner and preset buttons are called easier and more precise than a manual dial.
  • SizeCriticisedBuyers note it is large and heavy, so it stays in one place rather than traveling.
  • FeaturesMixedThe flashlight and clock are appreciated, but some wish it had weather band or Bluetooth.

Specifications

Signal Types
AMSource
Width (")
9.75Source
Power Source
BatterySource
Color
Blue, BlackSource
Height (")

Questions and answers

Is the Sangean U3 actually waterproof?
It is water-resistant, not submersible. It handles rain and splashes, but do not dunk it or leave it standing in water.
Does it run on batteries or AC power?
Both. It takes standard batteries for portable use and also runs from a wall outlet.
Does it have a weather band?
No. It tunes AM and FM only, so it is not a substitute for a NOAA weather radio.
Can I use it as a PA or with a microphone?
Yes. It has a microphone input for public-address style announcements, which is unusual on a radio this size.
Is it good for music?
It is built for loud, clear speech on a job site. Music sounds acceptable at moderate volume but harsh when pushed.
What is in the box?
The radio, an AC power cord and a manual. Batteries are usually not included.
Where is the Sangean U3 AM FM Ultra Rugged Digital Tuning Radio cheapest?
At Newegg, for $183.06, as of our latest check.

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