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# 20 station presets (10 FM/10 AM) 4 AA battery or AC adapter power Adjustable tuning steps & bandwidth control Sangean PR-D19BK FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio with Protective Bumper (Gray/Black)

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## Summary

> 📻 Elevate your daily soundtrack with precision tuning and portable power — never miss a beat!

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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Power Your Way:** Runs on 4 AA batteries or optional AC adapter—perfect for portable freedom or home use without compromise.
- • **Wake Up Your Way:** Dual alarms with Humane Wake System or buzzer, plus adjustable sleep timer and snooze for personalized mornings.
- • **Crystal Clear Reception:** Advanced wide/narrow bandwidth tuning and auto-seek deliver superior AM/FM clarity, even on weak or distant signals.
- • **Plug & Play Audio Boost:** Aux-in jack lets you seamlessly stream your favorite playlists from any device—no Bluetooth hassle, just instant sound.
- • **Effortless Station Surfing:** Top-mounted presets let you switch channels with a single, tactile press—even in the dark or on the go.

## Overview

The Sangean PR-D19BK is a compact, durable portable radio featuring 20 station presets, adjustable tuning steps with bandwidth control for enhanced AM/FM reception, and dual power options (4 AA batteries or AC adapter). It includes dual alarms with Humane Wake System, a sleep timer, snooze function, and an aux-in port for external audio devices. Designed for superior sound clarity and ease of use, it’s perfect for professionals seeking reliable, high-quality radio on the move or at home.

## Description

Sangean PR-D19BK FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio. Available in 2 Vibrant Colors Blue or Black

Review: Quality stereo version of a great radio - I own both the PR-D18 (which I've had for several years) and this PR-D19, which I just got. Lots of reviews on here of both, so I'm mainly going to compare, since both are truly excellent radios. Sangean knows how to make a radio; it's not a sideline for them; they're committed to radios and it shows. (For the record, I'm not affiliated with the manufacturer or with anyone selling this or any other radio. This is my review of my own radio that I paid for myself at desertcart's prevailing price.) Compared to the PR-D18 (the single-speaker monaural version) this PR-D19 offers better reception on both AM and FM. This is said after a side-by-side comparison of many fringe signals. The difference is most significant on AM, as the 19 brings in weak signals with noticeably less noise. The wide/narrow bandwidth control is also a really nice addition to the 19, which the 18 doesn't have. It makes more difference on AM and it could really help with super-weak signals you're trying to listen to, but of course if you narrow down the already-tiny AM bandwidth, you do hear it (the sound gets muddy) but it's an option for very weak signals. Given this radio's sensitivity, you'll probably never need to use this control, but it's good to have. UPDATE: In further use of this radio I have found the narrow bandwidth setting to be quite useful on FM. You do not hear any appreciable reduction in audio fidelity when you select the narrow setting on FM (as you do on AM), so at first you're tempted to think it's not really doing anything. But I tried it on some really weak, distant FM stations and found that the inability to receive these may actually be due to adjacent-channel interference, and switching to narrow bandwidth will eliminate that and clear up the weak station so you can hear it. The effectiveness of this control on FM makes at least two or three FM stations listenable at my location that NO other radios I own will receive cleanly, making the FM performance of the PR-D19 even better than I originally thought. Don't forget to try this setting if you own this radio and have an FM station you find hard to receive. FM is very, very close to the 18; in fact I could search out just a few weak signals to discern any difference at all, but the 19 was just a touch more sensitive on FM than the 18. Sangean, in its radio wisdom, intelligently has set the stereo threshold on the 19 fairly high, so it won't try to get a stereo signal unless the signal is suitably strong. Or, you can just lock it into mono by holding down the display/mono button. This is a huge plus, compared to other radios that will go into stereo mode even if it means extra hiss, often without giving the listener any other option. (Make no mistake, though, this radio operates easily in stereo on the vast majority of stations - many 50+ miles away. The stations resolved by the 19 clearly in mono are weak stations that most other radios probably wouldn't receive at all.) Size-wise, the 19 is only about an inch longer than the 18 and maybe just a small fraction of an inch thicker; otherwise the dimensions are identical. Nice. There's probably not anyplace you could take the 18 where the 19 wouldn't fit. One really nice feature of the 19 that the 18 lacks are the top-mounted presets. Generally I'm not a big preset user because they're usually not much less trouble than just tuning in a station. (This is especially true on radios with hundreds of presets, where you have the problem that you never remember what's on what preset anyhow, so they're almost pointless, and it often takes several button-presses to activate a preset, anyway, so I'll just tune it in manually.) But here, on the other hand, you have presets right on top of the radio, which is excellent because you can activate them by feel, and with a single button press, which is perfect in a dark environment. Plus, because you press down on them, you can use them one-handed. (With front-mounted buttons for presets, you have to hold the radio or at least support it from behind, otherwise you'll just knock it over rather than successfully pressing the button.) In terms of sound quality, Sangean often tends to go for a warm, bass-biased sound. People who like the old-time radio sound love it. I'm happy with the way this 19 and the 18 sound (the tonal quality of the sound is identical) but if I had my druthers, I'd like it to sound a little more brassy. I know what Sangean is trying to do, or I think I do anyway, because some people perceive the brassy sound as cheap, like an early transistor radio, and they don't want that. I'd enjoy the presence of a tone control that would allow the listener some say in the matter, however. Battery usage on the 18 is moderate and I expect this to be similar from what I've seen thus far. I have seen a few complaints about battery life in other reviews of both of these radios, but you have to keep in mind that these radios produce a lot more audio power than other small radios, and the amplifier is what consumes the lion's share of the power in a radio. I'd suggest buying a set of rechargeable AA batteries and a charger (about $15 in total) and never worry about battery life again. If you want, you can keep a set of AA alkalines in a drawer so you can put them in and still use the radio while your rechargeable batteries are being charged. Finally, the Aux-in feature is a great addition to the 19, which the 18 doesn't have. Easy to play music streamed from your phone or tablet. Some have suggested Bluetooth for this radio but I'm just as happy with the 3.5 jack - just plug it in and go with no need to go through the hassle of pairing. (One suggestion for using Aux-in: I am seeing reviews of other audio equipment in which people are reporting that they have damaged the speakers of a radio or other equipment by using aux-in. While I have not heard of that happening with this radio, it can happen on any equipment with this capability. To avoid this problem, turn off the radio when connecting a cable between the radio and your phone, tablet, or other audio source device. This is to avoid loud crackling noises that can occur due to electrical interference when making the connection, which can damage the speakers. Then start playing the audio on your output device at a low level and then turn the radio on. Adjust the volume on the output device so the level coming from the radio’s speakers during aux-in play is no louder than a radio station produces at the same radio volume setting. You can switch back and forth from aux-in to a radio station briefly to compare the volume you’re getting with aux-in to that of a station. When you are using a device that has its own internal amplifier, such as your phone, failing to perform this test can cause you to force more power through the speakers than they can handle, potentially causing damage or outright failure.) The PR-D19 is an excellent radio that has "just right" controls, features and complexity. You can set the alarms and all that, or you can just turn it on and listen to it. And, reception-wise, this is just about as good as it gets.
Review: AA Batteries and Signal Booster (good product) - I listen to a radio program that doesn't come in strongly with my "normal" radio. I wanted a radio that gave me options to make it PORTABLE if I wanted. I have numerous products that use AA and AAA Batteries, so I have very good rechargeable batteries, and an excellent LA CROSSE charger (worth any price if you use batteries a lot). Batteries are expensive and horrible for landfills. I haven't spent money on batteries for YEARS. I found very few specialty-radios that used AA batteries, although I only looked for an hour or so. This radio is a nice size (almost identical to an old VHS tape or a paperback book), and definitely boosts your ability to get certain radio stations. It is NOT a magical cure for picking up radio from 100 miles away. I can't get "98 Rock" which is 45 miles from my house, and barely can make-out "97.1 Wash" which is 20-30 miles from my house. This product works perfectly for my main purpose which is a talk-radio show, not a strong signal but it is close and this radio clears up my problem quite nicely. I listened to some music stations to test the speakers, and I would say that the radio puts out a little more BASS than I prefer. But I suspect that many would say the speakers are very decent. Battery life is very good. Good rechargeable batteries (which I use) actually have more mAh than alkaline batteries. I've been listening to the radio at a moderate level for 15 hours now, and the 4 AA batteries seem to have half of their life left. My volume level is not soft but I'm not filling up a garage either. The battery-indicator on the screen is a nice touch. The rubber bumper makes it more durable I guess, but this isn't a US Army radio. The antennae sticks out 26.5", and is the only thing I would worry about if the thing ever fell or got bumped. I would say that the body and the antennae would take some abuse though. Wild guess - the antennae screw looks like it is made to replace an antennae if needed. I like that there isn't a carry-handle on it. It is the size of a paperback book - a handle seems silly. This is a very good, utilitarian radio for someone that doesn't need very many frills, and maybe has a hard time getting in certain stations on the TOY RADIO's that come in alarm clocks and so-forth. 4 AA batteries probably give DAYS of listening time.

## Features

- 20 Station Pre-Sets (10FM, 10AM) with Aux-In, Adjustable Tuning Steps, Auto Seek Stations, Adjustable Sleep Timer and Snooze Function
- 2 Alarm Timer, wake by Radio HWS (Humane Wake System) or Buzzer
- Built-in Lock Switch and Battery Power Status Indication and Stereo Headphone output
- Operates on 4 AA Batteries or AC Adapter (not included) Sangean Factory Approved AC Adapter Model#ADP-PR-D19 sold separately
- Included components: Owner's Manual
- Power source type: AC & Battery

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00ZGEUXD4 |
| Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #61,955 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #132 in Portable Shortwave Radios |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (937) |
| Date First Available | June 26, 2015 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.06 pounds |
| Item model number | PR-D19BK |
| Manufacturer | Sangean America, Inc. |
| Product Dimensions | 7.75 x 1.6 x 4.25 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sangean
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary
- **Included Components:** Owner's Manual
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Product Dimensions:** 1.5"L x 4.25"W x 7.75"H
- **Radio Bands Supported:** FM
- **Special Feature:** Built-In AM Antenna
- **Style:** Radio
- **Tuner Technology:** AM/FM

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long do batteries last?**
A: Of course, batteries have a limited life.  Amazon formerly carried an ac charger at a very modest price. It was erroneously labeled Sangean and convertible; 110 to 220. It was not. I contacted Sangean and purchased their excellent charger.  You must call repeatedly to insure your order will be fulfilled!

**Q: Will this radio connect to wi-fi & receive internet stations like pandora?**
A: The is Only  an AM and FM "off air" radio.  Not Wifi  or otherwise connected to anything.. It is a Great little receiver for Broadcast radio.

**Q: having trouble setting time on my sangean PR-d19 radio. help me please**
A: 1-Press and hold the clock set (also marked as DISPLAY) button until the radio beeps once and the hour digits of time setting begins to flash.
2-Press the Tuning Up/Down button to adjust the hour setting as required. Then press the clock set button to confirm the hour setting. Now the minute digit of the setting will flash on the display.
3-Press the Tuning up/down button to adjust the minute setting as required. Then press the clock set button to confirm the setting. Your radio clock is now set.

**Q: How is reception?  Should I buy the #18 because it has the antennae,  or is this one just as good?  thanks**
A: The PR-D19 model has a folding/telescoping antennae.  When fully unfolded it is about 27 inches long.  I have it completely folded down on mine and it still gets great reception.  This is a very good radio.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality stereo version of a great radio
*by K***D on September 22, 2018*

I own both the PR-D18 (which I've had for several years) and this PR-D19, which I just got. Lots of reviews on here of both, so I'm mainly going to compare, since both are truly excellent radios. Sangean knows how to make a radio; it's not a sideline for them; they're committed to radios and it shows. (For the record, I'm not affiliated with the manufacturer or with anyone selling this or any other radio. This is my review of my own radio that I paid for myself at Amazon's prevailing price.) Compared to the PR-D18 (the single-speaker monaural version) this PR-D19 offers better reception on both AM and FM. This is said after a side-by-side comparison of many fringe signals. The difference is most significant on AM, as the 19 brings in weak signals with noticeably less noise. The wide/narrow bandwidth control is also a really nice addition to the 19, which the 18 doesn't have. It makes more difference on AM and it could really help with super-weak signals you're trying to listen to, but of course if you narrow down the already-tiny AM bandwidth, you do hear it (the sound gets muddy) but it's an option for very weak signals. Given this radio's sensitivity, you'll probably never need to use this control, but it's good to have. UPDATE: In further use of this radio I have found the narrow bandwidth setting to be quite useful on FM. You do not hear any appreciable reduction in audio fidelity when you select the narrow setting on FM (as you do on AM), so at first you're tempted to think it's not really doing anything. But I tried it on some really weak, distant FM stations and found that the inability to receive these may actually be due to adjacent-channel interference, and switching to narrow bandwidth will eliminate that and clear up the weak station so you can hear it. The effectiveness of this control on FM makes at least two or three FM stations listenable at my location that NO other radios I own will receive cleanly, making the FM performance of the PR-D19 even better than I originally thought. Don't forget to try this setting if you own this radio and have an FM station you find hard to receive. FM is very, very close to the 18; in fact I could search out just a few weak signals to discern any difference at all, but the 19 was just a touch more sensitive on FM than the 18. Sangean, in its radio wisdom, intelligently has set the stereo threshold on the 19 fairly high, so it won't try to get a stereo signal unless the signal is suitably strong. Or, you can just lock it into mono by holding down the display/mono button. This is a huge plus, compared to other radios that will go into stereo mode even if it means extra hiss, often without giving the listener any other option. (Make no mistake, though, this radio operates easily in stereo on the vast majority of stations - many 50+ miles away. The stations resolved by the 19 clearly in mono are weak stations that most other radios probably wouldn't receive at all.) Size-wise, the 19 is only about an inch longer than the 18 and maybe just a small fraction of an inch thicker; otherwise the dimensions are identical. Nice. There's probably not anyplace you could take the 18 where the 19 wouldn't fit. One really nice feature of the 19 that the 18 lacks are the top-mounted presets. Generally I'm not a big preset user because they're usually not much less trouble than just tuning in a station. (This is especially true on radios with hundreds of presets, where you have the problem that you never remember what's on what preset anyhow, so they're almost pointless, and it often takes several button-presses to activate a preset, anyway, so I'll just tune it in manually.) But here, on the other hand, you have presets right on top of the radio, which is excellent because you can activate them by feel, and with a single button press, which is perfect in a dark environment. Plus, because you press down on them, you can use them one-handed. (With front-mounted buttons for presets, you have to hold the radio or at least support it from behind, otherwise you'll just knock it over rather than successfully pressing the button.) In terms of sound quality, Sangean often tends to go for a warm, bass-biased sound. People who like the old-time radio sound love it. I'm happy with the way this 19 and the 18 sound (the tonal quality of the sound is identical) but if I had my druthers, I'd like it to sound a little more brassy. I know what Sangean is trying to do, or I think I do anyway, because some people perceive the brassy sound as cheap, like an early transistor radio, and they don't want that. I'd enjoy the presence of a tone control that would allow the listener some say in the matter, however. Battery usage on the 18 is moderate and I expect this to be similar from what I've seen thus far. I have seen a few complaints about battery life in other reviews of both of these radios, but you have to keep in mind that these radios produce a lot more audio power than other small radios, and the amplifier is what consumes the lion's share of the power in a radio. I'd suggest buying a set of rechargeable AA batteries and a charger (about $15 in total) and never worry about battery life again. If you want, you can keep a set of AA alkalines in a drawer so you can put them in and still use the radio while your rechargeable batteries are being charged. Finally, the Aux-in feature is a great addition to the 19, which the 18 doesn't have. Easy to play music streamed from your phone or tablet. Some have suggested Bluetooth for this radio but I'm just as happy with the 3.5 jack - just plug it in and go with no need to go through the hassle of pairing. (One suggestion for using Aux-in: I am seeing reviews of other audio equipment in which people are reporting that they have damaged the speakers of a radio or other equipment by using aux-in. While I have not heard of that happening with this radio, it can happen on any equipment with this capability. To avoid this problem, turn off the radio when connecting a cable between the radio and your phone, tablet, or other audio source device. This is to avoid loud crackling noises that can occur due to electrical interference when making the connection, which can damage the speakers. Then start playing the audio on your output device at a low level and then turn the radio on. Adjust the volume on the output device so the level coming from the radio’s speakers during aux-in play is no louder than a radio station produces at the same radio volume setting. You can switch back and forth from aux-in to a radio station briefly to compare the volume you’re getting with aux-in to that of a station. When you are using a device that has its own internal amplifier, such as your phone, failing to perform this test can cause you to force more power through the speakers than they can handle, potentially causing damage or outright failure.) The PR-D19 is an excellent radio that has "just right" controls, features and complexity. You can set the alarms and all that, or you can just turn it on and listen to it. And, reception-wise, this is just about as good as it gets.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ AA Batteries and Signal Booster (good product)
*by J***. on March 29, 2022*

I listen to a radio program that doesn't come in strongly with my "normal" radio. I wanted a radio that gave me options to make it PORTABLE if I wanted. I have numerous products that use AA and AAA Batteries, so I have very good rechargeable batteries, and an excellent LA CROSSE charger (worth any price if you use batteries a lot). Batteries are expensive and horrible for landfills. I haven't spent money on batteries for YEARS. I found very few specialty-radios that used AA batteries, although I only looked for an hour or so. This radio is a nice size (almost identical to an old VHS tape or a paperback book), and definitely boosts your ability to get certain radio stations. It is NOT a magical cure for picking up radio from 100 miles away. I can't get "98 Rock" which is 45 miles from my house, and barely can make-out "97.1 Wash" which is 20-30 miles from my house. This product works perfectly for my main purpose which is a talk-radio show, not a strong signal but it is close and this radio clears up my problem quite nicely. I listened to some music stations to test the speakers, and I would say that the radio puts out a little more BASS than I prefer. But I suspect that many would say the speakers are very decent. Battery life is very good. Good rechargeable batteries (which I use) actually have more mAh than alkaline batteries. I've been listening to the radio at a moderate level for 15 hours now, and the 4 AA batteries seem to have half of their life left. My volume level is not soft but I'm not filling up a garage either. The battery-indicator on the screen is a nice touch. The rubber bumper makes it more durable I guess, but this isn't a US Army radio. The antennae sticks out 26.5", and is the only thing I would worry about if the thing ever fell or got bumped. I would say that the body and the antennae would take some abuse though. Wild guess - the antennae screw looks like it is made to replace an antennae if needed. I like that there isn't a carry-handle on it. It is the size of a paperback book - a handle seems silly. This is a very good, utilitarian radio for someone that doesn't need very many frills, and maybe has a hard time getting in certain stations on the TOY RADIO's that come in alarm clocks and so-forth. 4 AA batteries probably give DAYS of listening time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stylish Sangean radio
*by N***N on May 19, 2021*

I purchased this radio to replace my beloved Grundig Yacht Boy, which started making bizarre noises and would howl static whenever I moved it. Sangean is a brand I have read about for years, and knowing its reputation, I decided to give this a try. PROS: * Nifty appearance. Two speakers, compact design. I bought the blue and white model, which is different than most. * Safety features. The radio is enveloped in rubber, just like a cell phone case, to prevent harm from drops. * Ease of use. It was a no-brainer to set up. * Sound quality. Reliable, as expected, with some quibbles. CONS: * No AC adapter included. I didn't care, because I never use it anyway, but for anyone who wants to, the lack of an AC adapter is a pain and is kind of chintzy. * No tone dial. My Yacht Boy gives the listener the ability to ratchet up the treble to make it easier to understand speech. This one does not, although the range appears to be good so far. * Signal loss. When the signal isn't strong, the Sangean abandons it mid-program. The effect is similar to watching cable TV when the cable goes out. The fix is to move the radio and extend the antenna. When it has a decent signal, there are no problems. * Preset status is annoying. I want to instantly move from an FM selection to an AM one. My Grundig allowed me to, say, lock in 91.5 on preset 1 and 670 on preset 2. Here, moving from FM to AM requires me to select the band first (FM 1, then FM 2, then AM 1) before allowing me to access the AM presets. * No SW band. While this was present on my Yacht Boy, I rarely used it, so I do not miss it. Just be aware that there are still radios out there that have short wave, and this one is not one of them.

## Frequently Bought Together

- FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio with Protective Bumper (Black)
- Sangean ADP-PRD19 Switching AC Adapter for PR-D19, and PR-D14
- Sangean ANT-60 Short Wave Antenna

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