Radio Shack AM/FM/Weather Tabletop Radio

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★★★★☆

3.7

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5 star		12
4 star		11
3 star		1
2 star		2
1 star		5

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★★★★☆

3.8

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Listen to AM, FM and weather bands anywhere you go.

Specification	Description
Model	12-889
Age	Teen,Adult
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Battery Average Run Time	25
Battery Average Run Time UOM	HOURS
Battery Type	Product
Benefits	Analog radio with AM/FM/weather bandsBrushed aluminum and rubber exterior making it weather-resistantTelescoping antenna for
Body Material	Multi
Built-in Devices	Speaker, Antenna
Cables Included	Hardwired 120V AC Cord
Capacity UOM	mAh
Chemistry	Alkaline
Country Of Origin	China
Description Header	Keep an ear open for the weather.
Display Catalog Number	12-889
Enclosure Color	Black/Silver
End Product Indicator	Yes
Exclusive Indicator	Yes
Features	6-ft. AC cordBattery life: 25 hours
Gender	Either
Included in the Box	RadioOwner's Manual
Inputs	1 x Phone 1/8"(Ear phone)
Interest	Musical,The Great Outdoors,Health & Fitness
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	90
MAP Price	0.0
Model	12-889
Offer Disclaimer	(Pricing and availability may vary outside the contiguous 48 United States.)
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Power Device	AC 120V, C Battery (4)
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Height	8.22
Product Length	10.95
Product Type	AM/FM
Product Weight	3
Product Weight UOM	pounds
Product Width	2.55
Protect your investment.	Yes
Recipient	Mom,Dad,Sister,Brother,Daughter,Son,Significant Other,Myself,Friend
Required to function	C Battery (4)
Size	C
Supported Languages	English
Voltage	1.5
Voltage UOM	Volts

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

★★★★★

5.0

Jewel in the rough

"This is a very good AM/FM radio. Weather band reception leaves a bit to be desired. The 'C' batteries last a good, long time. It is a suprisingly good AM DX radio. No noticeable frequency drift. FM reception is extremely good for a radio this size. I bought this during a Crazy Days sale because our dealer was overstocked. It's proved to be an excellent bargain...." Read Full Review »

Nov 26, 2007 by Randy

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1.0

Poor Quality, Poor Reception

"I don't know what happend to Radio Shack radios. This is a far cry from the old Realistic brand. This radio has a classic look but the reception is terrible. My little transistor radio gets better reception. It seems like there are no good radios anymore. I can't even find a decent multi-band radio. I am returning this product...." Read Full Review »

Sep 28, 2009 by Jason

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Jewel in the rough

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5.0

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Nov 26 2007

Randy

Morris, MN

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Radio Shack AM/FM/Weather Tabletop Radio Review

Takes me back to simpler times.

★★★★★

5.0

"Television is great, but sometimes I just like to "listen" to the news. Also, in the event of a power failure it's great to have around to stay in touch with the outside world. Purchased it mainly to have on hand in case of hurricanes which we are subject to in South Louisiana.

This radio rem …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Radio Shack AM/FM/Weather Tabletop Radio Review

Sturdy adequate radio

★★★★☆

4.0

"Had two days mainly for AM talk Radio. Good reception background noise minimal. Local stations crytal clear distant stations fade in and out with background noise. At night I pick up stations from the Midwest and Casper Wyoming. Simple radio that is adequate for local stations. I pick up the weath …" Read Full Review »

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Feb 22 2008

Fishingman

Idaho Falls

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AM talk show listener

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My husband is delighted with it!!

★★★★★

5.0

"My husband could not get the different channels he likes to listen to when we are in Maine. I bought this for him for our anniversary. He said he didn't need another radio (he had two small transistors), but when he first used this a few weeks ago, he was delighted. Great reception, good sound qu …" Read Full Review »

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Sep 11 2007

Mac

OOB, ME

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Poor Quality, Poor Reception

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1.0

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Sep 28 2009

Jason

Whittier, Ca

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Jewel in the rough

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Takes me back to simpler times.

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My husband is delighted with it!!

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