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Tecsun PL880 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM Longwave Shortwave Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception
TECSUN

PL880 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM Longwave Shortwave Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception

$179.99

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-21. Price and availability subject to change.

Bottom line: The PL880 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM Longwave Shortwave Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the retro graphics cards category, priced around $179.99. Read recent reviews carefully before committing.

The PL880 is a world band receiver with a comprehensive frequency coverage including AM/FM, long wave, shortwave, and single side band (SSB). Replacing the Tecsun PL660 as top of the line model, it features an ultra dynamic audio amplifier with full range speaker for full rich & distortion-free sound, the PL880 offers not only excellent sensitivity and selectivity for picking up radio stations, but also exceptional, distortion-free and ear-delicious sound quality. It includes many useful feature such as LCD backlight, 3050 stations storage over 25 memory pages. Firmware Version: 8820

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks classifies Tecsun PL880 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM Longwave… as a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the retro graphics cards category, based on our editorial and benchmark analysis and our ranking model that weights rating × review-volume × price-fit. TECSUN's positioning sits within the broader category mid-tier. Use the Compare tool to put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives before clicking through to Amazon.

Common buyer scenarios for retro graphics cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Alarm clock plus sleep timer from 0-120 minutes
  • ✓ Backed by TECSUN's warranty and support channels
  • ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

  • Best reception, full range coverage including AM/FM, Longwave & Shortwave with Single Side Band
  • PLL synthesized digital dual conversion receiver with unparallelled sensitivity & selectivity
  • 4 & 5 selectable bandwidth filters on AM and SSB respectively plus single Side Band receiver with 10 Hz tuning step
  • Alarm clock plus sleep timer from 0-120 minutes
  • 1 Year USA warranty.

Full Specifications

BrandTECSUN
ColorBlack & Gray
StyleModern
Voltage3.7 volts
Frequency108 MHz
Style NameModern
Tuner TypeAM/FM
Display TypeLCD
Model NumberPL880
Power SourceBattery Powered
Built-In MediaBattery, [POSSIBLE] Earphone
Mfr Part NumberPL880
Special FeaturePortable
Antenna LocationIndoor/Outdoor

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Tecsun PL880 Portable Digital PLL Dual Conversion AM/FM Longwave Shortwave Radio with SSB (Single Side Band) Reception is available on Amazon with Prime shipping and the full Amazon returns policy. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-21. Price and availability subject to change.

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