I have the R-9700DX which seems to be an upgrade to the 9012, or at least a larger version if not an intended "upgrade." I also have a PL-380, and a PL-330, but it's still fun doing non-muting manual analog tuning with the 9700DX and the bigger speaker and longer antenna give me better reception and sound without having to attach a long wire. The 9700DX does have an external antenna jack, so that is a nice option as well.
I have the R-9700DX and its a great radio on antenna for SW, but it overloads perhaps on FM with wire and the reception is worsened. I love its analog tuning, sound and lights and almost infinite battery life !!. But it an RFI magnet compared to DSP based radios. Its an upgrade over all other small pocket analog radios like R-909, 9012, 9710 etc. as it combines features of all and more.
Nice video! I just bought it online for less than USD11 (in Malaysia). Can't wait to have it soon. As alternative to my 2 digital SW radios - XHDATA D-808 and Tecsun PL-310et. And to learn SW stations the "old school" way..
Tip: lift up the external antenna even on AM for better reception (no need to extend it), as it interferes somewhat with the internal AM antenna. Same as the DR920c...
I think Paul wants that radio! It's not bad for a cheap portable.
Here's hoping all the videos in this series have Paul as co-presenter! Cheers 👍🏼
I have the R-9700DX which seems to be an upgrade to the 9012, or at least a larger version if not an intended "upgrade." I also have a PL-380, and a PL-330, but it's still fun doing non-muting manual analog tuning with the 9700DX and the bigger speaker and longer antenna give me better reception and sound without having to attach a long wire. The 9700DX does have an external antenna jack, so that is a nice option as well.
I have the R-9700DX and its a great radio on antenna for SW, but it overloads perhaps on FM with wire and the reception is worsened. I love its analog tuning, sound and lights and almost infinite battery life !!. But it an RFI magnet compared to DSP based radios. Its an upgrade over all other small pocket analog radios like R-909, 9012, 9710 etc. as it combines features of all and more.
Nice video! I just bought it online for less than USD11 (in Malaysia). Can't wait to have it soon. As alternative to my 2 digital SW radios - XHDATA D-808 and Tecsun PL-310et. And to learn SW stations the "old school" way..
Yes, Tecsun offers really great radios. 73s Ralf
We are totally cool with Paul the cat, appearing on the video👍
Its Paul`s perfect little analoge world receiver. Do not mess with Paul the "DX" cat! :)
Thanks for informative and entertaining video . The best one I,ve seen! Purrs!
Good and informative. I love this R9012, 73! and greetings to the cat🙏
Good boy Paul! Thank you for posting.
22us dollars isn’t cheap. Its price in China is about 7 US dollars for a brand new 9012.
Left in the video, you can see his whiskers. Nice.
I opted for the R-9710, just because of the “dual-conversion “.
But it’s pretty hard to go wrong with any Tecsun radio.
📻🙂
Tip: lift up the external antenna even on AM for better reception (no need to extend it), as it interferes somewhat with the internal AM antenna. Same as the DR920c...
Good info,ty
Paul just wants cat-alogue more station frequencies. ;-)
I like the cat. He must like radios too.
Looks like Paul is interested in starting his own UA-cam channel :-)
Did Mr. Paul give his paw of approval?
he approves everything before I can talk about it
Radio cat is a good buddy
Some heavy cat interference on the bands today LOL
Is fm strong enough? What about mw and sw reception?
A man and a cat reviewing shortwave radios
I can't believe that's a sentence
I think Paul wants his radio back. 😜
You have 10 of these?
LOL ! yes where are the 9 others , thought it was a top ten....
Is the moggie hearing the birdies?
Had a small Panasonic that operates like this one. RF 085.
Nice radio, even the cat agrees.
Gotta love the cat.
good for BBC, ABC, Voice of America the whole day 24 hours?
Stereo FM through headphones is NOT available on this radio.
I am from the Philippines, how can I order it... on line?
Tevsun r909 it doesn t have 25 meter band!from 12.10 to 14.95 this is a big minus
Why did you waste this video if it's a decent radio why didn't you let us hear it unbelievable