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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @NickB
    @NickB 7 лет назад +8

    Thanks for your reviews, after watching these I recently purchased a PL-880 from a US Ebay seller. The SSB performance is adequate and seems stable to me so I'm presuming it is fixed in mine. The sync AM is still terrible though. I also discovered it's easier to change the bandwidth by pressing the key then rotating the tuning dial until I get the setting I want rather than pressing the key multiple times. AM shortwave performance is impressive even using just the whip but I intend to test it with external antenna to see how it handles big signals.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  7 лет назад

      Thanks for your comments.

    • @ofthedawn
      @ofthedawn 5 лет назад

      Did they fix the oscillator?

  • @kenharvey9714
    @kenharvey9714 5 лет назад +3

    I bought that radio last year (2018) and it doesn't have that problem, but I have a Sony ICF-SW-55 radio which does. In only thing I find is that the Tecsun tends to make SSB sound a bit raspy on speech peaks. In fact the Tecsun PL-880 is better than any Sony radio I've ever had.

  • @Pirahnaxxx
    @Pirahnaxxx 4 года назад +5

    I am expecting delivery of my first SSB Radio (Tecsun PL-880) this coming week. Been watching all of your PL-880 details videos. -Thanks for your honest reviews Tom.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад +1

      You are welcome and please give us a report on your particular one.

    • @gregorgman
      @gregorgman 4 года назад

      Mark, how do you like the 880 now that you own one?

    • @Pirahnaxxx
      @Pirahnaxxx 4 года назад +3

      @@gregorgman Hey Greg, Absolutely pleased with the Tecsun PL-880 radio. I ordered from ANON-CO.com a few months back. Exceptional signal sensitivity, and audio clarity has to be one of the clearest I've heard. I use it alongside a Yaesu FT-857D. Reception quality & clarity on the Tecsun PL-880 is far clearer. I would strongly recommend and I would purchase again. Have used it Daily since receiving the radio. Also enjoy the long lasting 18650 Lithium batteries it uses.

    • @gregorgman
      @gregorgman 4 года назад

      @@Pirahnaxxx thanks Mark, you convienced me. Appreciate it!

    • @BB-bs7hm
      @BB-bs7hm 3 года назад

      Can I hear people talking through this radio

  • @justabob22
    @justabob22 4 года назад +3

    been a Ham for 48 years just got a new pl-880, ssb is great no drift, but I;am using a 300 foot long wire

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад

      Thanks for the report and have a great day.

  • @shawnj6279
    @shawnj6279 4 года назад +1

    I got this radio from amazon its the newest firmware and like this radio very much. I like it so much its going to be my primary shortwave radio. The audio is nice along with ssb and has tons of features . I tested this radio last night along with tecsun pl600 and seems to edge the tecsun pl600. The Sangean 405 is a solid radio but lacks the external port which stinks.

  • @Greg-et2dp
    @Greg-et2dp 9 месяцев назад

    Tom's radio room show your utube videos are awesome my friend

  • @greggaieck4808
    @greggaieck4808 2 года назад

    Toms radio room your utube videos are awesome

  • @Greg-et2dp
    @Greg-et2dp 9 месяцев назад

    Tom's radio room show I learn lot from you about shortwave receivers and antenna for shortwave receivers and what to lisn to on shortwave and ssb

  • @greggaieck4808
    @greggaieck4808 2 года назад +1

    Toms radio room I watch on utube gilles he has Tecsun Pl 880 he has no problem with recivering ssb

  • @bomber5242
    @bomber5242 8 лет назад

    Tom , I've been enjoying your videos for the past couple of years . You've helped me make choices on several radios that I've purchased . I'm very satisfied with the Tecsun PL-660 and the PL-600 . Thanks for the info. on the PL-880 model . I usually purchase radios online from " Universal Radio " out of Ohio .

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      I have heard that is another good place for shortwave and HAM radio equipment.

  • @HH-os7zh
    @HH-os7zh 7 лет назад

    Nice Video Tom. I have the PL-880, and I am happy with it. Audio as you say is outstanding in AM. It really is that good. I however, have been unable to get a " good " PL-660. I bought one a few years ago from Amazon, but the Synch detector would not work, so I sent it back for refund. Just a few weeks ago, I figured I would try to get another PL-660, but this one came damaged in the mail, so I have not had any luck. I see reviews saying the tuning of the BFO for SSB is better on the 660, just flat out sounds better than the PL-880. I don't think the PL-880 is bad on SSB, but I agree with you it could be better. I have one of the units where you can check the firmware, and my 880 is firmware revision 8820. I'm not sure, but I think that is the latest one, as far as I know.
    How is the PL-680....I think you have that radio, but I didn't see a review of it. In your opinion, is it a good radio ? Good for SSB ? Better than the 8800 on SSB ? Just curious ...Hal

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  7 лет назад

      Thanks for your comments. The quality control on the Tecsun radios is poor. Quality of the particular radio you get can very a lot from one that someone else gets. On the 880 they quit changing the version number after 8820 because so many people were not satisfied with either the 8819 or 8820. My 8820 was a little better than my 8819 on SSB. On the 660, same thing but opposite for me. My 660 was good from the start but I got a much later model. I did do some reviews on the 680 and of the three I like it the best. Again quality will vary from radio to radio.

  • @mikecartwrightbeach
    @mikecartwrightbeach 6 лет назад +1

    I would LOVE to see a video on how to actually assemble a long wire cable where you connect it to the "shielded cable". I have tried in vain for years to make my old radios we lost in fire work better by just stringing the wind up Sangean wire unite all over the living room. Of course THEN the wife has a contract on my life... I would LOVE to be able to string it OUTSIDE but I am ignorant on how to convert to the shielded cable part?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  6 лет назад +2

      It is pretty straight forward. Use single bare for antenna. Make sure it is not touching anything and use insulators to hang it. Connected shielded coax cable to uaing the center conductor in the coax. Bring that into your house and then ground the shield part of the coax either to the radio or somewhere else. The key is to have shield cable in the house to keep the stray RF from other appliance off the antenna. If you need more help you can email me at trrs73 at gmail.com.

  • @TSF36
    @TSF36 8 лет назад +1

    I can only agree with you Tom. SSB is very disappointing. But it performs nicely in AM and FM.
    Jean-Luc

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      I really had high hopes for this radio.

  • @salahmed7273
    @salahmed7273 5 лет назад +1

    Many thanks for your time,,

  • @ambush1sg
    @ambush1sg 3 года назад

    I realize this is 4 years old but I wish I would have seen this earlier. I'm expecting my PL-880 on Mon. 28 Dec 20. I listen to a lot of sideband. I might not have ordered this radio had I known.

    • @hdofu
      @hdofu 3 года назад +1

      It’s not really that bad on shortwave, sideband not perfect but if you get used to it’s quirks (namely having to offset it a bit ) it’s quite good even off of the built in antenna... something I wish my ata 909x could do (you literally can’t get it loud enough on ssb with the antenna)

  • @greggaieck4808
    @greggaieck4808 2 года назад

    Toms radio room your Tecsun Pl-880 shortwave receiver is cool

  • @mrquick1937
    @mrquick1937 5 лет назад +3

    The ssb problem is afc pulling due to poor regulation.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  5 лет назад

      Thanks for the info.

  • @robertwoish5555
    @robertwoish5555 2 года назад +1

    I love mine, it doesn't have any of these issues. Sounds like you got a lemon. Maybe try another one before posting a video. You'd probably be much happier with it.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  2 года назад

      This was my second one. Still not happy.

  • @MRCAB
    @MRCAB 3 года назад

    Went with the PL-660. Cheaper than the 680 and form most accounts they seem to be identical but for form factor.

  • @Greg-et2dp
    @Greg-et2dp 9 месяцев назад

    Tom's radio room show the tecsun pl 880 ssb needs a fast and slow agc switch my friend

  • @1fanger
    @1fanger 8 лет назад

    I had considered that radio when I first saw the nice big knobs. I am a knob- turner. But, I went for the Kaito KA1103 instead. It is a nice radio, but you need 3 hands to do most of the functions and the buttons are way too small.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      I can be complicated especially with all the undocumented features (880).

  • @hogboat65
    @hogboat65 8 лет назад

    Thanks for the info on this radio mr Tom was about to get one l will have to stick with the yeasu 897 and 817 have a great day 73s

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      You are welcome. Remember, I am no expert.

  • @solidaudioTV
    @solidaudioTV 7 лет назад

    Tom, I'm reading comments from people who are saying the SSB mode on the PL-880 is very good now. Sounds like it really depends on how new your radio is.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  7 лет назад

      Yes, I have heard that too. Unfortunately, since they stopped changing the revision number you have no idea whether you are getting an old one or a new one.

    • @solidaudioTV
      @solidaudioTV 6 лет назад

      Maybe purchasing directly from the manufacturer (or contacting them) would help? I'll look into this, because otherwise this is an exceptional radio.

  • @CanadianPrairiesShortwave
    @CanadianPrairiesShortwave 8 лет назад +3

    I still prefer Tecsun Pl-680 over Tecsun PL-880 for SSB listening. Audio on 880 is weird.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад +1

      I agree. So you have not had any problems with the 680?

    • @CanadianPrairiesShortwave
      @CanadianPrairiesShortwave 8 лет назад

      hamrad88 There are no issues with the 680 so far. I strongly recommend it.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад +1

      Thanks, I guess it's time to order one. :)

    • @vonzigle
      @vonzigle 8 лет назад +1

      hamrad88 Unless there is a U.S. outfit I overlooked, I found 680s on EBay. They ship out of Hong Kong...

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      I agree 100%.

  • @marcopaglionicoin3ufw952
    @marcopaglionicoin3ufw952 4 года назад

    Hi wath connector you used for esternal antenna for pl 880? Bnc to 3,5mm mono?

  • @solidaudioTV
    @solidaudioTV 8 лет назад

    Tom, do you think a future firmware revision might fix the strange SSB audio issues on this model? Seems like a great radio except for that. Thanks for the helpful reviews! ~David

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      I think one could but it looks like they are not going to fix the problem as it has been there for over a year. It may have been fixed but I have not heard of it being totally fixed. Note they have stopped changing the revision number so you don't know if you have a newer firmware version or not.

  • @EverydayJ1786
    @EverydayJ1786 6 лет назад

    I have heard that the older pl-660 is better for audio quality. Have you had a chance to test the pl-660 ?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  6 лет назад +1

      Many times. See my other shows.

  • @badymilk
    @badymilk 4 года назад

    Hello, I would like to buy Tecsun, but I am not sure which PL660,PL 680 or PL880 could you please give me a tip? Thanks 🇨🇿🇺🇸

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад

      I normally don't make recommendations because there are so many variables in these radios but I have all three and I like the PL680 the best for my use.

    • @badymilk
      @badymilk 4 года назад

      @@hamrad88 Thank you 👍

  • @lepontport8511
    @lepontport8511 4 года назад

    Thanks for the Review, which external Antenna do you use?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад +1

      I use many but my best right now for HF is a 31' vertical antenna from MFJ.

  • @SteveKN4POP
    @SteveKN4POP 8 лет назад

    What antenna adapter are you using? Is there one that will connect to the pl259 male?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      Yes, it is a pl259 to 3.5 mm adapter. You can get them off Amazon or eBay.

    • @SteveKN4POP
      @SteveKN4POP 8 лет назад

      Thank you sir

  • @mikemcmanus3918
    @mikemcmanus3918 5 лет назад

    Hi I have a Sony 2010 radio that really brings in single sideband. The Tecsun PL 880 is lacking on single sideband. The Tecsun PL 880 has a beautiful speaker in it.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  5 лет назад

      My PL880 sets in a drawer collecting dust.

    • @majorkonfuzion1007
      @majorkonfuzion1007 4 года назад +3

      @@hamrad88 PLEASE !! SEND IT TO ME !!

  • @gustavoarguello5979
    @gustavoarguello5979 3 месяца назад

    This radio looks like a scientific calculator.

  • @rudytoth
    @rudytoth 3 года назад

    Q: Do you know what causes the noise? A: It's the LED lightbulbs you might have in your shack on the electrical power line. ☀️

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  3 года назад +2

      This video was recorded in my office which has 6 computers running, a router, a modem, several tablets connected via WIFI, several Echo devices, numerous LED lightbulbs, 3 fans, just to name a few things. I did use an external antenna with heavy shielded cables connected to an antenna outside.

  • @AdamEbelgccengineering
    @AdamEbelgccengineering 7 лет назад

    That wasn't China Radio, that was Radio Australia on 9580 kHz. They have signed off last week.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  7 лет назад

      Thanks

    • @mcdus78
      @mcdus78 5 лет назад

      I miss Radio Australia.😭

  • @doxasnob8137
    @doxasnob8137 4 года назад

    Older review, wonder what version the radio is?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад

      The was the second version which still had a lot of problems. After that they quit changing the revision numbers so people would not ask for an upgrade.

  • @gregorgman
    @gregorgman 4 года назад

    what's the best SW radio under $200 in your opinion, with SSB? I realize it is 2020 so there must be something newer than the PL 880. I do see there is a Tecsun out with a remote control but that is just an extra item to have to keep track of:)

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад +1

      I like the PL-680 for an under $200 radio.

  • @svvalmika9612
    @svvalmika9612 4 года назад

    Does anyone have a problem with their PL 880 turning ON by itself? Mine does this a lot.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  4 года назад

      Does it do it randomly?

    • @Locksnut
      @Locksnut 4 года назад

      Is the alarm icon showing? If so just hit the alarm button to clear

  • @mikejk27
    @mikejk27 8 лет назад

    The pl-660 is a far better radio and is very sensitive....only bad thing for me is the speaker which is of a poor quality....shame really.
    Shame about the pl-880...such a nice looking radio...few months a go I was looking to purchase one....but I'm so glad I didn't....managed to purchase a Sony icf-2001d instead...now that is an excellent radio....amazing what you can receive on it.
    Love the videos Tom.....always look forward to seeing what your reviewing....so keep up the good work....best wishes from the u.k

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад

      Thanks for the information and kind words.

    • @mikecartwrightbeach
      @mikecartwrightbeach 6 лет назад

      ANYONE have on opinion on which is the better choice of radios between the TECSUN PL-380 and the Pl-660? THANK you for everyone here who do so much to help out with this hobby.

  • @Wanttoknowabout
    @Wanttoknowabout 8 лет назад

    Nice video Tom. What in your opinion is the best portable radio for SSB?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  8 лет назад +1

      That is always a tough questions as people have different desires. For me it's the PL-660.

  • @garyblackerby3226
    @garyblackerby3226 5 лет назад

    I have a TecSun PL880 which at the time had the latest firmware version. Is there a method to download newer firmware versions to the processor of an earlier product, as there is with other devices?

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  5 лет назад

      Not that I know of.

  • @tonyperone3242
    @tonyperone3242 6 лет назад

    Good review.

  • @drsysop
    @drsysop 7 лет назад +1

    Just got this radio & sent it back & got the PL-660 much better radio.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  7 лет назад

      This was my second one as the first one did not work on SSB and this one is not much better. It spends most of it's time in the drawer.

  • @nickmad887
    @nickmad887 8 лет назад

    good video

  • @jeffking4176
    @jeffking4176 5 лет назад

    📻🙂

  • @crobulari2328
    @crobulari2328 7 лет назад

    VCO Drifting slightly !.

    • @hamrad88
      @hamrad88  7 лет назад

      Crobular I drive me crazy. 😂