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Quick verdict
A simple, dependable portable radio with presets, and a strong option if AM reception matters to you. For another portable to compare, see the Sangean PR-D18BK.
The Sangean PR-D5 is a portable AM and FM radio with digital tuning and RDS, and it has long been a favorite of listeners who care about AM reception.
What you get
The PR-D5 has a 200mm ferrite bar AM antenna, 10 presets (five FM and five AM), a backlit LCD and a stereo and mono switch. A switching AC adapter for 100 to 240 volts is included.
What I like
The large AM antenna is the main attraction, and the radio is easy to use, with a clear backlit display and quick presets. It works well as a radio you move between rooms, such as the kitchen or the workshop. The sound is solid for the size, and the included adapter means you are not tied to batteries.
Things to know
The radio is on the larger side for something called portable, so think of it as a table radio you can move from room to room. Reception depends heavily on location, and a buyer in a downtown office building reported weak results. A few long term owners say the power button wears out after years of use. The sleep timer is set by pressing and holding the power button, which the manual does not make obvious.
Bottom line
If AM reception matters to you and you want a simple, dependable radio with presets, the PR-D5 is a strong option. For another portable to compare, see the PR-D18BK on this site.
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