Sony ICF-S10MK2 Pocket AM/FM Radio, Silver
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Customer Review: Great Radio for the Price
Summary: 5 Stars
Have had problems with fading or static on AM stations with other pocket radios. Purchased two of this Sony because of the Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna which helps to bring in AM stations with more clarity and I wasn't disappointed. Have walked all over my two story house with this radio and didn't get the usual fading or static when on my favorite AM station. It's a little larger in size than I'd like, however because of this the speaker is more substantial and the volume is good except when it is turned up all the way then it gets tinny and not as clear and crisp. Didn't try FM stations as I rarely listen to them. Prices have gone up and I paid $18.99 each plus free shipping. I'm quite happy with this Sony Pocket Radio. Note: To get better reception for AM stations the Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna is most helpful and lots cheaper than having to buy one separately.Customer Review: Great radio!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great little radio! I use it mainly when I'm working around the house to get my talk radio fix, but it would be an excellent travel companion as well. Most hotels have those low budget, crummy clock radios that sound terrible, so this would be a welcome addition for a traveler.
The sound quality in both AM and FM modes is nice and clear, and the antenna is fantastic for pulling in some of the distant stations. We have a semi-pro baseball team here, and I'm looking forward to taking in a game and listening to the broadcast. It's also good for taking in a Cubs or Tigers game on a lazy afternoon.
One tiny downside is the antenna. Use care the first few times you unfold it as the hinge is a little stiff. A small drop of liquid hand soap on the hinge works wonders to free it up, and it won't hurt the plastic finish.
Two thumbs up for this one!
Customer Review: great little radio
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this radio several years ago (maybe as many as four), and have used it ten hours a day or more since then. It has yet to give me a single problem.
It is perfect to store away for emergencies, or to use camping, in the kitchen or shop and especially for those who listen to NPR or other talk programs but it does a fine job playing music too. You are not going to get the same sound quality as your home stereo but for cryin' out loud it is, as of today $10 so get over yourself :O)
It takes two AA conventional batteries two months or more before they are drained and two rechargeable AA batteries last almost as long (six weeks?) in my experience.
I live off grid, meaning my only source of electric power is from solar stored in batteries and this little radio is one of my favorite finds :O)
Customer Review: Great Pocket Radio -- second to none!
Summary: 5 Stars
This Sony ICF-S10MK2 Pocket AM/FM Radio is the best AM/FM radio I have owned. I use it all the time to listen to sports games on AM and FM, listen to music around the house or when I travel, and to listen to talk radio as well. In fact, I am listening to a football game on the radio as I type.
I actually received this radio almost a year ago as a gift at the holidays. I loved it so much, I got my brother one for his birthday in May and most recently ordered the same radio for my other brother's birthday in November. Everyone I have given these to has said the same thing -- what a radio!
You can't beat this radio for the price -- around $10. The batteries last forever even with fairly regular use. It is a great size and easy to stick in your pocket and take it with you. Definitely a top rated product.
Customer Review: Super Cheap & Fully Functional - Good Memories attached!
Summary: 5 Stars
How can't you write a good review about a $9.99 portable AM/FM radio? I wanted a small radio that I could hang from my bedpost to listen to music at night without having to get up and turn a radio off across the room.
When I was very young, I used to have this stuffed raccoon that had an AM radio in it's stomach. I'd lie in my bed at night playing with that radio, quietly listening and giggling to Dr Demento.
In this digital age, sometimes I think there's something wrong with me for liking the tinny mono sound of AM radio. My only disappointment is that I didn't realize that there's not so much music on AM radio anymore. It's all talk radio & sports. All is good, and now I can play with this radio late at night, listening quietly as I did in the past.
At $9.99, it's a bargain.