--- product_id: 18040543 title: "PR-D19BK FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio with Protective Bumper (Gray/Black)" brand: "sangean" price: "652.53 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Sangean" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/18040543-pr-d19bk-fm-stereo-am-digital-tuning-portable-radio-protective store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Stereo headphone output 20 station presets (10 FM/10 AM) 4 AA battery or AC adapter power PR-D19BK FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio with Protective Bumper (Gray/Black) **Brand:** sangean **Price:** 652.53 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📻 Stay tuned, stay ahead — the PR-D19BK keeps your world in perfect signal. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PR-D19BK FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio with Protective Bumper (Gray/Black) by sangean - **How much does it cost?** 652.53 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/18040543-pr-d19bk-fm-stereo-am-digital-tuning-portable-radio-protective) ## 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 - • **Wake Up Smarter:** Dual alarms with Humane Wake System let you rise gently to your favorite radio station or buzzer—no more jarring mornings. - • **Crystal Clear Reception:** Advanced wide/narrow bandwidth control and sensitive tuner deliver superior AM/FM clarity, even on weak or distant signals. - • **Plug & Play Audio Boost:** Aux-in jack lets you seamlessly stream music from your phone or tablet without Bluetooth hassle. - • **Power Your Day Your Way:** Runs on 4 AA batteries or optional AC adapter—portable freedom meets reliable home use. - • **Effortless Station Surfing:** 20 quick-access presets with top-mounted buttons for one-touch tuning, even in the dark or on the go. ## Overview The Sangean PR-D19BK is a portable FM stereo/AM digital tuning radio featuring 20 station presets, adjustable tuning steps, and a built-in AM antenna. Powered by 4 AA batteries or an optional AC adapter, it offers superior reception with wide/narrow bandwidth control, stereo headphone output, and a convenient aux-in port for external audio devices. Designed for durability with a protective bumper and intuitive top-mounted presets, it also includes dual alarms with a humane wake system and battery status indication, making it the perfect blend of classic radio reliability and modern convenience. ## 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 | | Additional Features | Built-In AM Antenna | | Antenna Location | Music, News | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo | | Best Sellers Rank | #49,288 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #104 in Portable Shortwave Radios | | Brand | Sangean | | Built-In Media | Owner's Manual | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Devices with 3.5mm Auxiliary Input | | Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 940 Reviews | | Display Technology | LCD | | Display Type | LCD | | Enclosure Material | Plastic | | Frequency | 2 hertz | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00729288020226 | | Hardware Interface | Headphone | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 1.5"L x 4.25"W x 7.75"H | | Item Part Number | PR-D19BK | | Item Weight | 1.1 pounds | | Manufacturer | Sangean America, Inc. | | Mfr Part Number | PR-D19BK | | Model Number | PR-D19BK | | Number of Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. | | Number of Items | 1 | | 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 Name | Radio | | Tuner Technology | AM/FM | | Tuner Type | AM/FM | | UPC | 729288020226 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Voltage | 6 volts | | Warranty Description | 1 year | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## 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 ![PR-D19BK FM Stereo/AM Digital Tuning Portable Radio with Protective Bumper (Gray/Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71zGiuA7gdL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty good for its size and price - but an overall compromise all around. *by J***J on October 5, 2015* I am no radio expert but have had this a couple weeks so thought I would give it a review. I was torn between getting something really portable vs something that would seemingly perform great but weigh 5 lbs. This seemed to be a happy middle ground so thought I would try this. I purchased this based on reviews of the same radio in a mono version indicating it was almost perfect on FM, and really good on AM. I wanted to stereo version so I purchased this. Overall I would probably buy it again. Its pretty good for its price, but a long way from perfect. The goods: - Its approximately the size of a hard cover book and weighs about a pound, so its easy to take with you. - Its very intuitive and easy to use. Hold the search button down briefly and it will scan to next channel. Hold the channel button down until it beeps to save the station to memory. - It will save 20 total stations (10 AM and 10FM, on 4 different saved memory groups). The saved stations are accessed from buttons on the top of the radio - The speakers sound OK, but do distort pretty badly at higher volumes - The FM receiver is fairly good - but does fade in and out a little, and seems to drift a little as well - It does not come with an AC power supply - which is to be expected in this price and size - however I have been using it on batteries and its battery usage does not seem to be excessive - at least yet.. It uses 4AA - It has an Aux input for something like an MP3 player. The Not Great items - The worst part about this radio is the headphone out. Its very low volume and way has way too much bass. Its pretty much not usable on headphones or external speakers. I am not sure why Sangean would release a product with such an obvious defect. I didn't buy it really to use with external speakers or headphones anyway, but if you are - don't buy this one. - The AM is just OK. There are really only 3 AM stations in the area, all of which I can also pick up on a really old pocket Sony, and this radio doesn't do much better. Overall I am satisfied with this radio, but its a compromise. If you want something super portable this is not quite it but its close, If you want something with really good performance and sound this is not it either, but its not bad. ## 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 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/18040543-pr-d19bk-fm-stereo-am-digital-tuning-portable-radio-protective](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/18040543-pr-d19bk-fm-stereo-am-digital-tuning-portable-radio-protective) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-20*