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Tecsun PL398BT DSP Digital AM/FM/LW Shortwave Radio with Dual Speakers & Bluetooth

Tecsun PL398BT DSP Digital AM/FM/LW Shortwave Radio with Dual Speakers & Bluetooth

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  • Last seen at $139.00 at Walmart on Nov 12.

Our take on the Tecsun PL398BT DSP Digital AM/FM/LW Shortwave Radio with Dual Speakers & Bluetooth

The Tecsun PL398BT is a compact DSP-tuned portable radio covering FM, AM (MW), longwave and shortwave, with Bluetooth streaming and two 57 mm speakers. Its DSP chip gives steady tuning and good sensitivity for its size, and it runs on three AA batteries or a 5V adaptor. It suits shortwave listeners and travelers who want one small radio for news, music and Bluetooth audio. Against simpler analog portables it offers far more bands and features; against pricier Tecsun and Sangean sets it gives up some audio quality and sync detection.

Best forShortwave listeners on a budgetTravelers wanting one compact multi-band radioListeners who also want Bluetooth playbackEmergency and off-grid backup use
Pros
  • Covers FM, AM, longwave and shortwave in one small body
  • DSP tuning with direct keypad entry and stored stations
  • Bluetooth lets it double as a speaker for a phone
  • Two speakers give fuller sound than single-speaker rivals
  • Runs on AA batteries or a 5V adaptor
  • Sleep timer from 1 to 120 minutes
Cons
  • Small speakers limit bass and overall audio quality
  • Shortwave reception depends heavily on the antenna and conditions
  • No SSB or sync detection for serious utility listening
  • Menus and keypad take time to learn

Tecsun PL398BT DSP Digital AM/FM/LW Shortwave Radio with Dual Speakers & Bluetooth prices at every store

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    In stockSold by TMGDeals.comReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $139.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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What reviewers say

Owners treat the PL398BT as a solid value multi-band portable, praising its sensitivity and Bluetooth convenience for the size. Complaints center on sound quality and the learning curve of its controls.

What people mention
  • ReceptionPraisedOwners report strong FM and shortwave pickup for a radio this small.
  • SoundCriticisedListeners find the dual speakers adequate for talk but weak on bass and music.
  • BluetoothPraisedBuyers like using it as a wireless speaker for a phone.
  • ControlsMixedThe keypad and menus work but take practice to master.
  • BatteryPraisedAA power and the adaptor option make it easy to keep running.

About the Tecsun PL398BT DSP Digital AM/FM/LW Shortwave Radio with Dual Speakers & Bluetooth

The Tecsun PL398BT is a portable digital radio that receives AM, FM, LW and shortwave bands. It has DSP tuning and two built-in speakers, and it supports Bluetooth.

It runs on three AA batteries or a 5V DC adaptor. Volume has 30 adjustable levels, and a sleep timer can be set from 1 to 120 minutes.

Color
Black
Dimensions
7" x 3" x 1"
Weight
Approx. 365 g
FM range
64-108 MHz
MW (AM) range
520-1710 kHz
LW range
153-513 kHz
SW range
2300-21950 kHz
Speakers
2 internal speakers, 57 mm diameter each
Volume
30 adjustable levels
Sleep timer
1-120 minutes
Power
3 x UM3 (AA) batteries or DC 5V adaptor

Specifications

color
BlackSource
size
7" x 3" x 1"Source
FM frequency range
64-108 MHzSource
LW frequency range
153-513 kHzSource
MW (AM) frequency range

Questions and answers

Does it receive single sideband (SSB)?
No. It covers AM, FM, longwave and shortwave but has no SSB or sync detection, so it is not aimed at ham or utility listening.
Can I use it as a Bluetooth speaker?
Yes. It pairs with phones and other devices and plays through its two speakers.
What power does it take?
Three AA batteries or a 5V DC adaptor. It does not charge batteries internally.
How is it for shortwave beginners?
It is a reasonable starter set with direct frequency entry and memories, though an external antenna helps indoors.
How does it compare with the Tecsun PL-380?
The PL398BT adds Bluetooth and two speakers; the PL-380 is smaller and more pocketable but has a single speaker.
Where is the Tecsun PL398BT DSP Digital AM/FM/LW Shortwave Radio with Dual Speakers & Bluetooth cheapest?
At Walmart, for $139.00, as of our latest check.

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Source
SW frequency range
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Volume levels
30 adjustable levelsSource
Sleep timer
1-120 minutesSource
Power sources
3 x UM3 (AA size) batteries or DC 5V adaptorSource
Weight
Approx. 365gSource
Internal speaker
Diameter 57 mm x 2Source
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