Grundig G4 World Recorder Black Review

The previous (and first) review (Cool design, mediocre performance, July 13, 1999) of the G4 is no doubt a review of the discontinued Grundig Executive Traveler G4, not the new Grundig World Recorder G4 (the World Recorder did not exist in 1999). Currently there do not appear to be any reviews of the G4 World Recorder.

I do not own either radio. My rating is based merely on the fact that Grundig's documentation and specifications fail to mention at what bit rate (Kbps) the G4 will record and the fact that the recording bit rate (i.e. recording quality) is apparently not selectable as there is no mention of it in the user manual.

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Product Description:
FM/AM/Shortwave Portable Radio with MP3 and SD Player Keep the comforts of home with you, even when you�re far, far away. This AM/FM radio also offers 10 Shortwave bands, so you can access news, weather and entertainment from wherever you may be. Set the alarm to your favorite station, and wake up with a song in your heart.

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Degen DE15 Ultra-thin AM,FM, Shortwave DSP Radio Review

Smallest pocket FM/AM/SW/FML DSP radio packed with all you need for a radio:
Digital tuning PLL, non-volatile memories, ATS (auto scan and store stations), digital volume control, clock/sleep/alarm functions, mute function, backlighting when any button pressed for night time user.Another nice feature is the USB batteries recharge function that you can plug into a computer and/or a wall adapter (3 rechargeble AAA batteries provided). Easy to use and master all controls of the radio.

Sensitivity and selectivity are excellent due to the DSP chip, I have tried to auto scan stations on FM band, and this unit scanned all available stations including the weakest ones.AM DXing listening is good too, I can hear 860 AM from Toronto, Canada (broadcasting in French), 570 AM from New York, 670 AM from Chicago - which are 400-500 miles away from where I live.SW is ok, you can't expect too much on this little unit with a short 10" non-swivel antenna, but you can still get lots of strong stations.

The only draw back are the audio fidelity (it's not an iPod!) for music listening (even though FM stereo separation is good) and the digital noise at low volume.

If you interest in latest digital radio with DSP, Talk/news on FM/AM or travelling with a sleep/alarm features, this unit is the right one to get at an affordable price.With a ~$50.00 you might be able to get a Sangean DT-210/400W for music listening with DBB but without an alarm clock, a SW band, non-volatile memories and built-in auto recharge batteries.You decide.

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Product Description:
Made by the same manufacturer that makes widely-appraised Kaito shortwave radios, such as KA1101, KA1102 & KA1103, the newly released DE15 is a versatile little radio with lot of functions & features. It is a portable radio that measures only ½ inch thick and weighs less 3 ounces without the batteries. Powered by three AAA batteries, this digital PLL world band receiver with DSP (digital signal processing) will keep you connected to a very comprehensive frequency range including FM, AM, shortwave. There are four options when tuning your radio stations and they are Auto - Scan , manual tuning, digital tuning and ATS (Auto Tuning Storage). You can store up to 245 preset stations using memory tuning feature. If you plan on traveling with a radio, the DE15 is a very good choice. You can either listen to the DE15 via the built-in D50mm speaker or with the included earphones. Beyond the ability to tune into various radio bands, the DE15 also features a built-in automatic battery charger, plugs it into any wall outlet with the included AC plug. Frequency Coverage: FM: 64.0 - 108.0 MHz, MW:520-1710 MHz; SW:2.3-23.0 MHz. Package includes Stereo earphones, AC wall plug, USB cable, carrying pouch, 3 pcs of AAA rechargeable batteries and a copy of user manual.

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Kaito Pocket-Size AM/FM & Shortwave Radio with Alarm Clock and LED flashlight, KA202L Review

This is an OK product which could have been a really goodbut for the lack of some key features and attention to detail.

The good: Digital tuning, good metal build, clockradio function, decent speaker sound (for a little radio), good FM reception, mediocre-average AM reception, good led flashlight, good headphone sound, use of AA (vs AAA) batteries) thus getting longer use.This has some shortwave capability but I wouldn't want to rely on it for that purpose.

Bad or poor: sloppy tuning dial, fiddly switches/knobs too small to use well, NO STEREO through headphones.

Would be nice: a light for the tuning dial, a beeper for the clock for times when you don't want a radio.

Still for $10.00 it's a pretty good buy.If you want a better pocket radio, try the Kaito KA11Kaito Pocket-Size PLL Synthesized AM/FM Shortwave Radio, KA11 .It's better in all categories and not much bigger but 4 times the price.

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Product Description:
Fitting conveniently into a pocket, this Kaito KA202L radio combines an AM/FM tuner with a shortwave receiver, which captures two shortwave broadcast bands. Now you can listen to the news all over the world with a unit that's smaller than a deck of cards. The unit also features a pair of earphones, an digital tuning indicator, an alarm clock, a super-bright LED flashlight and a built-in speaker. The radio runs on two AA batteries (not included) and carries a one-year warranty.Frequency coverage: AM 520-1710 KHz, FM 87-108 MHz, SW1 5.95-9.95 MHz, SW2 11.65-17.90 MHz,

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