--- product_id: 260593590 title: "Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black" brand: "sangean" price: "61891CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 category: "Sangean" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/260593590-sangean-hdt-20-hd-radio-fm-stereo-am-component-tuner store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Large LCD info display HD Digital Radio + FM/AM tuner 20 Memory Presets for instant access Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black **Brand:** sangean **Price:** 61891CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > πŸ“» Elevate your soundscape β€” don’t just listen, belong. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black by sangean - **How much does it cost?** 61891CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/260593590-sangean-hdt-20-hd-radio-fm-stereo-am-component-tuner) ## Best For - sangean enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sangean brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Info at a Glance:** Large LCD screen displays artist, song, station, and signal quality in real time. - β€’ **Smart Alarm & Sleep:** Dual alarms and sleep timer keep your day on track with your favorite tunes. - β€’ **Crystal-Clear HD Audio:** Experience pristine digital sound with hybrid AM/FM/HD radio tuning. - β€’ **Instant Station Access:** 20 memory presets let you jump to your favorites without delay. - β€’ **Versatile Connectivity:** Analog and digital outputs plus headphone jack for seamless integration. ## Overview The Sangean HDT-20 is a sleek black HD digital radio tuner supporting AM, FM, and HD broadcasts with analog and digital outputs. Featuring 20 direct-access presets, a large LCD display for real-time station info, and dual alarm timers, it offers superior reception with included external antennas. Perfect for audiophiles seeking crisp sound and convenient control via remote. ## Description The HDT-20 features full digital or hybrid search functions allowing you to conveniently seek both standard AM and FM signals or just the ones broadcasting in full digital HD glory, and on its large LCD display shows information such as artist, song title, station call letters and other helpful information. With the external AM & FM antennas it provides the superior reception and sensitivity that Sangean is famous for. Review: Excellent upgrade to standard FM receiver - I have a very good 1984 receiver, but after reading multiple reviews from hi-fi websites, thought this was worth a try. NOT DISSAPOINTED! Want to share a few points below - You may want or need to add a better antenna, depending on your location. I have never had success with wire antennas so did not try the one included, but some reviewers had good results so suggest trying that first. I use rabbit ears that I harvested from a junk 1978 TV set and get very good reception considering it is right next to the tuner. I tried multiple positions but was not pleased at first. Then I moved the tuner a few inches and got better reception. So there's that. But I did notice a difference in HD quality between stations with four-bar signal strength and the ones with five bars. When the weather gets better I'll try moving the antenna to the attic and hope that helps. The five-bar signals produce outstanding results. Also if you are not doing this already, be sure to buy some decent cables to connect to your receiver or amp. I set my tuner up with crappy ones first to make sure the thing worked, but was a bit disappointed. Then I purchased some good ones on desertcart and was quire pleased with the improvement. The pair was less than $30 and well worth it. Some people spend hundreds on them but this pair got the standard FM stations back to the quality of my receiver, so unless you have a receiver/amp in the four-to-five digit dollar range there's no need spend more. Check some hi-fi community websites for suggestions and/or submit a question and I'll advise which ones I bought. BTW, I will buy more for my other components. Have not yet experimented with the AM function so cannot comment. Only drawback is that remote volume and muting control works only for the headphones, at least when running through analog components. Don't know if it would would work with total digital equipment. Setting the stations using the instructions is a bit confusing but easy once you understand that you have to release the two buttons before hitting the preset number button. Display will tell you when you've successfully added it. Overall I'm very happy with this purchase. Quality for the price is surprisingly good! UPDATE: IF YOU ARE CONNECTING TUNER TO AMP WITH RCA CABLES, READ THIS FOR GREATLY IMPROVED RESPONSE: While reading some hifi web threads I learned that performance can be enhanced by connecting tuner to a DAC (digital audio converter) via the optical audio output. Then connect from the DAC to the amp with your RCA cables. You can spend a lot of money if you want, but I bought a converter that included the optical digital cable through desertcart for $15 . Took just few minutes and WOW, really improved performance. 4-bar strength signals now sound fantastic. Search the internet for best DAC's if you want to review all options, but be sure to get one! Review: Better than analog FM. - The quality of the HD Radio actually exceeded my expectations. Apparently, the Codec works well. It's better than analog FM, but still not as good as Audio CDs. There is a negative side to the reception though. When listening to the digital channels, if the signal isn't strong, there can be sound drop-outs, even though those have been managed by the circuits to result in little or no noise. Thus, don't expect to listen to a whole symphony without any glitches. This is happening to me in spite of my amplified antenna, which I provided myself. Also, the decision is often up to the station, to compress their narrative microphones more than they compress the classical music itself. I don't know why they do that. Or, if they offer more than one HD channel on their one frequency, they have to compress the channels more. I didn't bother to set up AM mode, and am satisfied overall. The impressive feat is high RF sensitivity. I get an FM station of some sort, on almost any assigned frequency I tune the receiver to, knowing that only odd multiples of 100kHz are assigned. Update: The problem with the sound drop-outs may have been due to one HD station I tune in to, because with that same station, the problem is not noticeably anymore. Update: This is one of those items, from which the buyer can select the HD 16 AM/FM, the HD 18 AM?FM, or the HD 20 AM/FM, at least in the Browser view. They are actually very different receivers. I only bought and use the HDT-20 HD AM/FM, and can therefore not vouch for the other items, that buyers can select out of the group. Dirk ## Features - HD Digital Radio/ FM-Stereo/AM Component Tuner with Analog or Digital Outputs to connect to an existing Stereo Receiver or Pre-Amplifier - 20 Memory Presets (10 AM, 10 FM) 10 Key Button for AM / FM Frequency Direct Input with Included Infrared Remote Control - In/Out Jacks: AC In, Analog Audio Line Output, Optical Digital SPDIF or Digital Coaxial Outputs, Headphone Out, External FM Telescopic Antenna and AM External Loop Antenna Included - Information Display for Channel Frequency, Call Sign, Radio Text, Audio Mode, Service Mode, Signal Quality and Clock Time where available by station - Real Time Clock with Alarm and Sleep Function, 2 Alarm Timers by Radio, Mono Control for Audio Quality and Display Dimmer Adjustment - Included components: Radio Component/Tuner, Remote, User Manual, Power Cord, Warranty Card ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01BY02C5K | | Additional Features | Built-In Clock | | Antenna Location | Music, News | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo, Mono | | Brand | Sangean | | Built-In Media | Radio Component/Tuner, Remote, User Manual, Power Cord, Warranty Card | | Color | Black | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Headphone | | Connectivity Technology | IR | | Connectivity technology | IR | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 588 Reviews | | Display Technology | LCD | | Display Type | LCD | | Enclosure Material | Plastic | | Frequency | 108 MHz | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00729288029427 | | Hardware Interface | Headphone | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 43L x 28.5W x 7.5H centimeters | | Item Weight | 5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Sangean America, Inc. | | Mfr Part Number | HDT-20 | | Model Number | HDT-20 | | Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. | | Number of Items | 1 | | Power Source | AC | | Product dimensions | 43L x 28.5W x 7.5H centimeters | | Radio Bands Supported | AM, FM | | Special features | Built-In Clock | | Style Name | Tuner | | Tuner Type | AM, FM | | Tuner technology | AM , FM | | UPC | 729288029427 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sangean - **Colour:** Black - **Connectivity technology:** IR - **Product dimensions:** 43L x 28.5W x 7.5H centimeters - **Special features:** Built-In Clock ## Images ![Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PMhBfOYQL.jpg) ![Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ChJ8FVQML.jpg) ![Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pkKEWj5+L.jpg) ![Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7185YQmbNiL.jpg) ![Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51kkzvbCYAL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is it possible to connect an external yagi roof antenna with rg6 coax cable to this radio? or does it come with a small antenna connected permanently?** A: Andrew: The FM input on the Sangean is for standard 75-ohm (RG6) so your external antenna will connect. It comes with an FM loop antenna, but I have an external antenna hooked up and it works fine. rgds, Pete **Q: Does this reciever pick up HD-2 signals?** A: Yes this does. I read the manual and it says hd 1 hd2 and hd 3 **Q: Will it keep station memories if you unplug or lose power?** A: I think for a little while. I have a Sangean HDR-18 radio, very similiar to this receiver in operation. I have unplugged it to move it and I did not loose any preset radio stations. **Q: Can you force analog-only reception? There's a station I like that has very bad compression artifacts on the digital.** A: Not that I can find. This was possible on the older model (HDT-1x) but not on this one as far as I can tell. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent upgrade to standard FM receiver *by T***R on 4 January 2024* I have a very good 1984 receiver, but after reading multiple reviews from hi-fi websites, thought this was worth a try. NOT DISSAPOINTED! Want to share a few points below - You may want or need to add a better antenna, depending on your location. I have never had success with wire antennas so did not try the one included, but some reviewers had good results so suggest trying that first. I use rabbit ears that I harvested from a junk 1978 TV set and get very good reception considering it is right next to the tuner. I tried multiple positions but was not pleased at first. Then I moved the tuner a few inches and got better reception. So there's that. But I did notice a difference in HD quality between stations with four-bar signal strength and the ones with five bars. When the weather gets better I'll try moving the antenna to the attic and hope that helps. The five-bar signals produce outstanding results. Also if you are not doing this already, be sure to buy some decent cables to connect to your receiver or amp. I set my tuner up with crappy ones first to make sure the thing worked, but was a bit disappointed. Then I purchased some good ones on Amazon and was quire pleased with the improvement. The pair was less than $30 and well worth it. Some people spend hundreds on them but this pair got the standard FM stations back to the quality of my receiver, so unless you have a receiver/amp in the four-to-five digit dollar range there's no need spend more. Check some hi-fi community websites for suggestions and/or submit a question and I'll advise which ones I bought. BTW, I will buy more for my other components. Have not yet experimented with the AM function so cannot comment. Only drawback is that remote volume and muting control works only for the headphones, at least when running through analog components. Don't know if it would would work with total digital equipment. Setting the stations using the instructions is a bit confusing but easy once you understand that you have to release the two buttons before hitting the preset number button. Display will tell you when you've successfully added it. Overall I'm very happy with this purchase. Quality for the price is surprisingly good! UPDATE: IF YOU ARE CONNECTING TUNER TO AMP WITH RCA CABLES, READ THIS FOR GREATLY IMPROVED RESPONSE: While reading some hifi web threads I learned that performance can be enhanced by connecting tuner to a DAC (digital audio converter) via the optical audio output. Then connect from the DAC to the amp with your RCA cables. You can spend a lot of money if you want, but I bought a converter that included the optical digital cable through Amazon for $15 . Took just few minutes and WOW, really improved performance. 4-bar strength signals now sound fantastic. Search the internet for best DAC's if you want to review all options, but be sure to get one! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Better than analog FM. *by D***R on 15 July 2019* The quality of the HD Radio actually exceeded my expectations. Apparently, the Codec works well. It's better than analog FM, but still not as good as Audio CDs. There is a negative side to the reception though. When listening to the digital channels, if the signal isn't strong, there can be sound drop-outs, even though those have been managed by the circuits to result in little or no noise. Thus, don't expect to listen to a whole symphony without any glitches. This is happening to me in spite of my amplified antenna, which I provided myself. Also, the decision is often up to the station, to compress their narrative microphones more than they compress the classical music itself. I don't know why they do that. Or, if they offer more than one HD channel on their one frequency, they have to compress the channels more. I didn't bother to set up AM mode, and am satisfied overall. The impressive feat is high RF sensitivity. I get an FM station of some sort, on almost any assigned frequency I tune the receiver to, knowing that only odd multiples of 100kHz are assigned. Update: The problem with the sound drop-outs may have been due to one HD station I tune in to, because with that same station, the problem is not noticeably anymore. Update: This is one of those items, from which the buyer can select the HD 16 AM/FM, the HD 18 AM?FM, or the HD 20 AM/FM, at least in the Browser view. They are actually very different receivers. I only bought and use the HDT-20 HD AM/FM, and can therefore not vouch for the other items, that buyers can select out of the group. Dirk ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Interesting that others have issues.... *by B***. on 10 April 2023* Build date was 10-2021. After reading all the reviews and questions, I took a chance only to either get lucky or Sangean has raised the bar! Of all the complaining about the display not staying on, it does. Currently set on "2" and it dims to "1" and is completely readable with all the RDS info transmitted. For FM/FM HD, hooked up to an Yagi in the attic, Receives beyond expectations and reveals which broadcasters have a quality signal. If the signal is good, the sound is good. A few stations sound a little compressed which is what they do... set correctly, the HDT-20 can approach CD quality audio. For AM/AM HD, used the included indoor loop and much to my surprise, receives remarkably well with a radius of about 90 miles with a max of 300 miles (KRLD 1080 in Dallas) with a HD locked signal. You do need to rotate the loop to get the best signal but it does work quite well! The audio quality in analog almost matches a couple of high end vintage tuners I have (same antenna), the difference are slight and require critical listening to discern any difference. In HD, I actually listened to music that normally doesn't interest me but sounded so good I stayed on frequency. With my old eyes, the remote was still very usable and was nice in action. The presets among the other complaints are nothing to kill the deal, and work once you figure them out. Even with the indoor antenna, some lite DXing can be done on both bands just to see what's out there! Overall, I'm thrilled and considering getting another for the bedroom. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sangean HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Bingfu FM Radio Dipole Antenna for Stereo Receiver Indoor Pioneer Onkyo Yamaha Marantz Bose Wave Music System FM Radio Home Stereo Receiver AV Audio Video Home Theater Receiver - TERK Amplified AM/FM Stereo Indoor Antenna (TOWER) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/260593590-sangean-hdt-20-hd-radio-fm-stereo-am-component-tuner](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/260593590-sangean-hdt-20-hd-radio-fm-stereo-am-component-tuner) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-05*