- Does the Sony ICF-P27 have a digital tuner or presets?
- No. It uses an analog dial with a red tuning lamp that lights when a station is tuned well. There are no presets or digital display.
- What batteries does it take and how long do they last?
- It runs on AA batteries. Sony rates it for long battery life, so it stays usable through outages, though actual runtime depends on volume and battery type.
- Can I listen with headphones?
- Yes. The earphone jack outputs mono sound to both ears, so any stereo headphones work but you hear the same channel on each side.
- What is Wide FM and do I need it?
- Wide FM covers the extended FM band used in Japan. Outside Japan, standard FM stations still tune normally, so it does no harm.
- Does it have a built-in speaker?
- Yes, it has a built-in speaker for listening without headphones, plus the earphone jack for private listening.
- Is it good for emergency kits?
- It suits emergency use because it is simple, battery-powered and receives both AM and FM. It has no crank or solar charging, so keep spare AA batteries on hand.
- Where is the Sony ICF-P27 AM/FM Portable Radio cheapest?
- At wafuu.com, for $165.00, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Sony ICF-P27 AM/FM Portable Radio?
- Buyers like: Great small pocket radio that keeps a family member entertained daily; High quality and durable; repeat purchase over the years; Everything was perfect with the order. Common complaints: Item is a little expensive.
- Where can I buy the Sony ICF-P27 AM/FM Portable Radio?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, wafuu.com.