How does the sound on FM and the quality of the DT-210 radio compare with the DT-400? My need is for morning walks and good quality FM reception
1645497
I bought this for my dad at Christmas and he loves it!! Says it gets great reception and he takes it on bike rides all of the time and hasn't had a single problem with it!
1645498
never used a DT-400... but speaking for the DT-210, there are 3 speaker settings... #1 the normal audio speaker is mono, but has a Deep Bass Boost switch and actually sounds great.... #2 mono earbuds, and #3 stereo earbuds.... in the Allentown area there are probably 20 to 30 local FM music stations available... they sound absoutely awesome in stereo with the provided earbuds... if you have a favorite headset/earphones I'm sure the stereo sound would be incredible.... but remember we're talking a 3 inch radio... not an elaborate Pioneer stereo system costing thousands of dollars.... I'd have no problem walking with this radio, but that's me.... I'm super-pleased!
1645499
never used a DT-400... but speaking for the DT-210, there are 3 speaker settings... #1 the normal audio speaker is mono, but has a Deep Bass Boost switch and actually sounds great.... #2 mono earbuds, and #3 stereo earbuds.... in the Allentown area there are probably 20 to 30 local FM music stations available... they sound absoutely awesome in stereo with the provided earbuds... if you have a favorite headset/earphones I'm sure the stereo sound would be incredible.... but remember we're talking a 3 inch radio... not an elaborate Pioneer stereo system costing thousands of dollars.... I'd have no problem walking with this radio, but that's me.... I'm super-pleased! never used a DT-400... but speaking for the DT-210, there are 3 speaker settings... #1 the normal audio speaker is mono, but has a Deep Bass Boost switch and actually sounds great.... #2 mono earbuds, and #3 stereo earbuds.... in the Allentown area there are probably 20 to 30 local FM music stations available... they sound absoutely awesome in stereo with the provided earbuds... if you have a favorite headset/earphones I'm sure the stereo sound would be incredible.... but remember we're talking a 3 inch radio... not an elaborate Pioneer stereo system costing thousands of dollars.... I'd... » Read More never used a DT-400... but speaking for the DT-210, there are 3 speaker settings... #1 the normal audio speaker is mono, but has a Deep Bass Boost switch and actually sounds great.... #2 mono earbuds, and #3 stereo earbuds.... in the Allentown area there are probably 20 to 30 local FM music stations available... they sound absoutely awesome in stereo with the provided earbuds... if you have a favorite headset/earphones I'm sure the stereo sound would be incredible.... but remember we're talking a 3 inch radio... not an elaborate Pioneer stereo system costing thousands of dollars.... I'd have no problem walking with this radio, but that's me.... I'm super-pleased! « Show Less
1645500
I don't know how it compares with the DT-400. I mostly listen to Public Radio, so the low end of the spectrum, and find the reception excellent. But if you get the 400 and like it better, let me know.
711053
I was the one that posted the comparison of sound between the 400 and the 210. The 210 is easily superior in sound. I am quite surprised no one else has brought this up. Doesn't anyone care about good stereo sound quality through their ear plugs?
792529
The FM radio is pretty good, you can program it to your desired stations and listen to the ones you want, the COBY MP3610 has a slightly better radio program, but since these are both manufactured by COBY, both are good..Hope I was of help.. :)
1120504
Yes n better radio,guaranteed receive n transmit is great on long range.up to 30- 50 miles.on both.
1861261
Honestly? No, it's not better* but almost all the time it's "as good as" at least as far as my ears can tell. There are really two parts to this question. The Bluetooth connection only gets the sound to* the FM transmitter. It then depends on having a radio frequency available without interference. I have one in Minneapolis that I never have to change on a daily basis. Only when I've driven more than a couple of hours away from the Metro area have I needed to. What I like about this product is being able to go wireless. That's more important to me than occasional static. Hope this answers your question.
94505
This radio has good analog FM reception compared to most inexpensive radios. The HD portion of the signal is always weaker than the regular portion. Do not expect HD reception if regular reception is weak. In a location where a cheap radio has poor reception, this radio will have noticeably better reception but will not receive HD. http://www.element14.com/community/groups/wireless/blog/2013/07/26/testing-hd-radio
1804505
i own them both. the cc pocket is far superior to the sangean dt-200x and any other radio of this type. i own many radios both new and vintage,the cc pocket competes favourably with any of them.
518936
It has a better receiver than my radio shack radio. I was impressed with the clarity of am, fm as well. 100 miles seems like a possibility if the broadcast station is a strong one.
1892757
For the cost and the size of the unit the FM reception is really good. The only problem is that there is no antenna so you have to use the headphones that come with the unit to get the best reception. I work in a rural part outside of Atlanta and I work in a metal booth that is totally inclosed. I have had reception issues with other headsets and this is by far the best. Hope that helps
2219596
I listen to AM & FM on it with ear phones and the sound is great. And the little speak of its own belts out good sound too. Remember tho, this isn't an i-pod, its an 'old school' am/fm pocket radio that is a big improvement from the ones I used as a kid in the 60's. Perfect for listening to a baseball game which is my main use for it. Enjoy.
310675
i only use FM and have no complaints whatsoever! I use it everyday and am totally satisfied.
509003
This radio is one of the best SW portable radios. So if there still is a BBC SW world service directed towards the Mediterranean, you will be able to receive it. Best if you go on-line, and check if the BBC has not cut yet that service. It used to be in the 49m band.Three addtl. comments: 1) This is not the best FM radio, very dificult to tune in to a known frequency. I say that because if you go to Greece, expect "touristy" FM broadcasts in the morning in English. 2) There are much cheaper and better radios for local FM. The TECSUN PL-310et comes to mind. 3) This is a really good radio for AM! I expect that in Greece at night you should be able to listen to a few AM radio stations in English. This radio is one of the best SW portable radios. So if there still is a BBC SW world service directed towards the Mediterranean, you will be able to receive it. Best if you go on-line, and check if the BBC has not cut yet that service. It used to be in the 49m band.Three addtl. comments: 1) This is not the best FM radio, very dificult to tune in to a known frequency. I say that because if you go to Greece, expect "touristy" FM broadcasts in the morning in English. 2) There are much cheaper and better radios for local FM. The TECSUN PL-310et comes to mind.... » Read More This radio is one of the best SW portable radios. So if there still is a BBC SW world service directed towards the Mediterranean, you will be able to receive it. Best if you go on-line, and check if the BBC has not cut yet that service. It used to be in the 49m band.Three addtl. comments: 1) This is not the best FM radio, very dificult to tune in to a known frequency. I say that because if you go to Greece, expect "touristy" FM broadcasts in the morning in English. 2) There are much cheaper and better radios for local FM. The TECSUN PL-310et comes to mind. 3) This is a really good radio for AM! I expect that in Greece at night you should be able to listen to a few AM radio stations in English. « Show Less
294418
Hello D. Deen. I work in a older 3 story building, approx 90 plus years old, made of brick and cinder block. I get good reception on the second floor. The FM is strong regardless where the radio is. The AM works better by a window and away from electronics like computers. All said I am very happy with this radio.
1861263
Honestly? No, it's not better* but almost all the time it's "as good as" at least as far as my ears can tell. There are really two parts to this question. The Bluetooth connection only gets the sound to* the FM transmitter. It then depends on having a radio frequency available without interference. I have one in Minneapolis that I never have to change on a daily basis. Only when I've driven more than a couple of hours away from the Metro area have I needed to.What I like about this product is being able to go wireless. That's more important to me than occasional static.Hope this answers your question. Honestly? No, it's not better* but almost all the time it's "as good as" at least as far as my ears can tell. There are really two parts to this question. The Bluetooth connection only gets the sound to* the FM transmitter. It then depends on having a radio frequency available without interference. I have one in Minneapolis that I never have to change on a daily basis. Only when I've driven more than a couple of hours away from the Metro area have I needed to.What I like about this product is being able to go wireless. That's more important to me than occasional... » Read More Honestly? No, it's not better* but almost all the time it's "as good as" at least as far as my ears can tell. There are really two parts to this question. The Bluetooth connection only gets the sound to* the FM transmitter. It then depends on having a radio frequency available without interference. I have one in Minneapolis that I never have to change on a daily basis. Only when I've driven more than a couple of hours away from the Metro area have I needed to.What I like about this product is being able to go wireless. That's more important to me than occasional static.Hope this answers your question. « Show Less
1185471
Thanks M. MasonI have had 2 of these radios. The first one was good in reception, on am., but the off on switch went bad.and the tuner also broke. The second one is not very good on am or fm, I wasted my money on it. Thanks
1920978
I do not listen to much radio with the unit, I bought it for the CD player. It does play in both AM and FM mode, I think the FM comes in better than the AM, but I can get the local AM stations.
310672
FM reception is fine. We live in an area with a lot of radio stations and sometimes you run into one station stepping on another's signal, but that's not a function of the radio. The stations we have programmed in come in perfectly clear. In my opinion you can't beat the sound or quality of this radio for the money.