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product_id: 48244284
title: "PL-880 Portable Band Radio Receiver with AM/FM/SSB Modes"
brand: "tecsun"
price: "70612 som"
currency: KGS
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Tecsun"
url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/48244284-pl-880-portable-band-radio-receiver-with-am-fm-ssb
store_origin: KG
region: Kyrgyzstan
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# 3050 station memories with ATS Multi-band reception (AM/FM/SSB) Long-lasting 18650 lithium battery PL-880 Portable Band Radio Receiver with AM/FM/SSB Modes

**Brand:** tecsun
**Price:** 70612 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📻 Unlock the world’s airwaves—carry the globe in your pocket!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PL-880 Portable Band Radio Receiver with AM/FM/SSB Modes by tecsun
- **How much does it cost?** 70612 som with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/48244284-pl-880-portable-band-radio-receiver-with-am-fm-ssb)

## Best For

- tecsun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tecsun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Memory Master:** Store up to 3050 stations across 25 pages—never lose your favorite frequencies again.
- • **Power On The Go:** Rechargeable 18650 lithium battery with USB charging keeps you connected anywhere.
- • **Precision Tuning:** Hi/Mid/Low sensitivity control and fine-tune knob for crystal-clear reception in any environment.
- • **Interference Slayer:** Advanced filter options reduce noise and interference, delivering pristine sound quality.
- • **Global Signal Hunter:** Seamlessly tune into FM, AM, Shortwave & SSB bands for worldwide audio exploration.

## Overview

The Tecsun PL-880 is a premium portable radio receiver designed for serious listeners and professionals. Covering FM, AM, Shortwave, and Single Side Band modes, it offers exceptional sensitivity and precision tuning. With 3050 station memories, a rechargeable 18650 lithium battery, and advanced noise reduction filters, it delivers unmatched versatility and performance in a compact, travel-ready package.

## Description

Product Description This is the new Flagship portable radio from the prestigious radio manufacturer Tecsun. Receive FM mono/stereo, medium wave, long wave, short wave, shortwave single side-band signals with this portable world band radio. The PL-880 is very well presented with a nice quality protective case, lithium battery, USB charge lead, miniature stereo earphones, carry strap, and extending wire antenna for short wave use. Box Contains 1 X PL-880 receiver;quick start guide;instruction manual;stereo earphones;shortwave antenna;USB charge/power lead;travel case;18650 lithium battery

Review: Super High Quality Receiver from Tecsun, real radio engineering. - It's all been said for this multi-band radio; lots of excellent reviews as this radio is a real winner, especially for any serious shortwave listener... even with the telescopic aerial/antenna, it produces good signals across the HF band; FM has great sensitivity too, and long-medium wave is a little above most average receivers, which is a same; if an additional RF amplifier stage or even better, a longer/diameter ferrite-rod, would have been the cream on top for this great receiver. Where this radio comes into it's own, is the ability to change the filters to reduce or remove interference QRM, and in some cases QRN; LW-MW can also select filter band-pass too, and there are a number of unofficial un-published button functions, that will provide some useful tweaks to suite your own preferences; search SWLing for this information at: http://swling.com/blog/2014/06/complete-list-of-tecsun-pl-880-hidden-features/ The two changes that need doing for shortwave is, the DNR Dynamic Noise Reduction, and MUTE... however, for most general users, they will be more than happy as the radio comes out of the box, without any tweaks required. If I compare my Icom IC-R75 that's now a little long in the tooth, regarding it design life; the Icom falls short along side the Tecsun PL 880 portable, and so compact with very good sound quality, from such a small package... for the price you get a lot of quality radio technology, considerable thought has been put into this receiver, with great results. I Highly Recommended this receiver. Unfortunately I have now to state one caveat ! after several days of enjoyable use, the pre-charged battery discharged without any indicator showing it was depleting ? I did think this was odd, but now is evident of a faulty charging problem within the receiver; thus had to return to desertcart... having said this, it's still a great receiver and hopefully, my replacement will be as good.
Review: Very sensitive - A great radio, very good quality, it is very sensitive and can pick up channels really well, I put on the SW antenna that came with the radio, hooked it outside my window, I live in a very built up area so not much space for a good signal but this little gem picks up stations really well, the fine tune button is very handy, I am still learning but it’s a cracking radio. It’s got a good reputation for a reason. Buy one.

## Features

- FM 87-108 MHz, Short Wave 1.711 - 29.999 MHz, Medium Wave: 522 - 1620 MHz, Long Wave: 100 - 519 kHz
- Hi/ Mid/Low sensitivity control switch, designed for long distance reception (DX)
- Auto tuning storage (ATS)
- 3050 station memories, divided by 25 storage pages (P0-24)
- USB DC jack, 5V (USB lead included) Built-in charging system Powered by 18650 type lithium battery (included)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IDM4N5K |
| Best Sellers Rank | 80,590 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 272 in Portable AM/FM Radios |
| Item model number | PL-880 |
| Manufacturer | Tecsun |
| Product Dimensions | 19.2 x 3.3 x 11.3 cm; 520 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Tecsun
- **Colour:** piano black
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Included components:** Battery
- **Power source:** Battery Powered
- **Product dimensions:** 19.2L x 3.3W x 11.3H centimetres
- **Radio bands supported:** AM/FM
- **Special feature:** Portable
- **Style:** Modern
- **Tuner technology:** Analog tuning

## Images

![PL-880 Portable Band Radio Receiver with AM/FM/SSB Modes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91MAiIclt4L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this radio have the updated firmware?**
A: Unfortunately, there are still issues. The initial version 8820 did not have the 'tuning bug'.Tecsun made changes later which did have the 'tuning bug'. In their wisdom, they called the update 8820!!I understand that Tecsun reverted to the earlier version 8820 around Feb 2016. Of course these are likely not in the shops yet. It is not possible to tell if the bug is present other than to test the radio (it only affects SSB). I purchased mine directly from Amazon in mid Feb 2016 and the bug is present.  However, I don't have a problem with it plus nobody knows what benefits were introduced in the bugged version (there had to be a good reason for the update). Bug aside, this is (in my opinion) a very good radio.In short, some version 8820 radios have the 'tuning bug', some do not. Google if you are unsure of the impact of the bug.

**Q: I have just bought an nrd 545 with vhf/uhf board fitted but getting poor performance. is this any better on the hf bands?**
A: The PL-880 is very good for a portable, excellent filters and works well with my Wellbrook loop aerial. In my opinion the latter day NRD's were not very good circuit noise-wise, compared with the earlier NRD 515 which was excellent. I consider the only really good general purpose radio of late is the Palstar R30 but they are expensive. Would never have a 545.

**Q: Does this radio need a wire antenna**
A: You can use this with the internal ferrite antenna (MW, LW) or the telescopic antenna (SW). Alternatively, it can be used with any long wire antenna for improved performance on Short Wave. Additionally, it comes supplied with a small long wire on a reel for improved portable operation.

**Q: which firmware is on the radios**
A: 8820 on mine, bought here 2 months ago.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super High Quality Receiver from Tecsun, real radio engineering.
*by B***S on 13 October 2015*

It's all been said for this multi-band radio; lots of excellent reviews as this radio is a real winner, especially for any serious shortwave listener... even with the telescopic aerial/antenna, it produces good signals across the HF band; FM has great sensitivity too, and long-medium wave is a little above most average receivers, which is a same; if an additional RF amplifier stage or even better, a longer/diameter ferrite-rod, would have been the cream on top for this great receiver. Where this radio comes into it's own, is the ability to change the filters to reduce or remove interference QRM, and in some cases QRN; LW-MW can also select filter band-pass too, and there are a number of unofficial un-published button functions, that will provide some useful tweaks to suite your own preferences; search SWLing for this information at: http://swling.com/blog/2014/06/complete-list-of-tecsun-pl-880-hidden-features/ The two changes that need doing for shortwave is, the DNR Dynamic Noise Reduction, and MUTE... however, for most general users, they will be more than happy as the radio comes out of the box, without any tweaks required. If I compare my Icom IC-R75 that's now a little long in the tooth, regarding it design life; the Icom falls short along side the Tecsun PL 880 portable, and so compact with very good sound quality, from such a small package... for the price you get a lot of quality radio technology, considerable thought has been put into this receiver, with great results. I Highly Recommended this receiver. Unfortunately I have now to state one caveat ! after several days of enjoyable use, the pre-charged battery discharged without any indicator showing it was depleting ? I did think this was odd, but now is evident of a faulty charging problem within the receiver; thus had to return to Amazon... having said this, it's still a great receiver and hopefully, my replacement will be as good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very sensitive
*by B***Y on 24 September 2024*

A great radio, very good quality, it is very sensitive and can pick up channels really well, I put on the SW antenna that came with the radio, hooked it outside my window, I live in a very built up area so not much space for a good signal but this little gem picks up stations really well, the fine tune button is very handy, I am still learning but it’s a cracking radio. It’s got a good reputation for a reason. Buy one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good radio, but watch out for the fragile aerial
*by C***S on 4 June 2016*

Tecsun PL-880 Portable Band Radio Receiver with AM/FM/SSB Modes This is a premium price worldband radio. It comes in a solid packaging box with a rechargeable battery that you fit in to the radio, a short wave antenna an earphone and a charging cable. There is an instruction book with the radio that you will need. The radio has Long Wave, Medium Wave, VHF and Shortwave. Air bands are not covered, and there is no DAB. Confusion about Long Wave coverage in some reviews probably stems from the fact that you have to toggle it on and off, while the radio is turned off, and then access it via an 'AM' button. I have no idea why this arrangement is used. The Long Wave and Medium Wave bands use an internal antenna. I was disapointed in them at first, but then discovered on line that you have to turn off a muting function - there are any number of internet pages explaining what to do. That made a big difference, and I was much happier with it after that. The Short Wave bands are easy to use, although there is not as much on them as I remember from the last time I had a Short Wave radio in the 1980's. Difficult to blame the radio for that! There are a very large array of adjustments you can make to the radio, and it's worth spending some time reading the relevant webpages if, like me, you are not expert in this. The sound is good, and the radio charges easily using a USB lead. No plug is provided, so have to use your own USB charging plug (I used one from a Kindle). The battery life is good, and I have used it on three trips away for a total of about ten hours, and it is still on the first charge. Another reviewer noted how fragile-seeming the attached aerial looks. They are absolutely correct. The second time I used the radio, the topmost length of the aerial broke away. I used no more pressure than would be normal. A quick look on-line found a number of sellers who sell replacement aerials for the radio (usually with advertising beginning, 'has your Tecsun 880 aerial broken off?) so this must be a common enough shortcoming for there to be money to be made from it. This is, obviously, disappointing in a radio costing over £150, and must be worth some attention from the makers. I could have sent it back, but it seemed to make very little difference to the operation of the radio - more of a cosmetic and convenience issue. There are various posts on line about the firmware (programming that is embedded directly on to the memory of the device). There were problems with earlier versions. You can't update it yourself and you can't check what version you are getting until it arrives. In my case, it was the most recent firmware, but some reviews suggest this varies depending on where you buy it. Still, it's a good radio. It came with a leatherette case which fits it well, and protects it in my case when I take it away with me. I'm pleased I bought it, but I'm not looking forward to replacing the aerial when I get round to it.

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