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product_id: 685630740
title: "Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black"
brand: "tecsun"
price: "€ 601.74"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Tecsun"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/685630740-tecsun-pl990-digital-worldband-am-fm-shortwave-longwave-radio-single
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region: Cyprus
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# 16GB microSD MP3 player 5 bands + SSB reception 3W class AB speaker Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black

**Brand:** tecsun
**Price:** € 601.74
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌍 Tune into the world’s best sound — anytime, anywhere.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black by tecsun
- **How much does it cost?** € 601.74 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/685630740-tecsun-pl990-digital-worldband-am-fm-shortwave-longwave-radio-single)

## Best For

- tecsun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tecsun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ultimate Portability:** Compact matte black design with included leather case and external antenna for on-the-go global radio adventures.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Sound:** Experience crisp, distortion-free audio with a premium 3W full-range speaker and class AB amplifier.
- • **Plug & Play Music Vault:** Built-in MP3 player with included 16GB microSD card supports FLAC, WAV, APE, WMA & MP3 formats.
- • **Smart Convenience Suite:** Alarm clock, sleep timer, 3,150 station memories & keylock function keep your listening effortless and personalized.
- • **Global Frequency Mastery:** Seamlessly tune AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave & Single Side Band for unmatched worldwide reception.

## Overview

The Tecsun PL990 is a premium portable digital radio featuring comprehensive frequency coverage including AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave, and Single Side Band reception. It boasts advanced analog and DSP technology for superior sensitivity and selectivity, paired with a high-quality 3W class AB amplifier speaker for rich, distortion-free sound. Integrated MP3 playback with a 16GB microSD card supports multiple audio formats, complemented by smart features like an alarm clock, sleep timer, and 3,150 station memories. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it combines modern tech with nostalgic charm in a sleek matte black portable form.

## Description

desertcart.com: Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black : Electronics

Review: Stunning sound, SSB, great reception. Great quality. - As a licensed ham radio operator I find myself buying all sorts of radios and have 4 shortwave radios. 1) The radio arrives in a high quality box expertly packed. 2) includes an impressive leather case. 3) The speaker and sound this radio produces is a noticeable level above other radios of equal or lesser value. This is a fabulous sounding radio. 4) At this price you expect SSB, great sensitivity and selectivity and great reception. This radio checks those boxes. 5) At this price you expect package to include optional long wire antenna. Included. Of all these features the feature this radio provides over other models is the amazing sound quality. You won’t be disappointed.
Review: A love letter to the past - This is a modern radio with modern features, but from its execution to documentation, is clearly a love letter to the past (watch some YouTube videos about it!) Bravo, Tecsun. I also own the Eton Field BT, but bought this because it can play MP3s (it was worth that much to me) and was money well spent. This a more premium product than any Eton I’ve owned. I was a Grundig guy back in the day, but will definitely look first at Tecsun in the future.

## Features

- No Standalone lithium batteries are sold with the product
- A digital portable receiver with comprehensive radio frequency coverage including AM, FM, longwave, shortwave, and single side band, and an MP3 player with micro-SD input, compatible with FLAC / WAV/ APE / WMA and MP3 formats, a Sandisk Ultra 16GB micro-SD card is included
- Analog high-IF AM circuitry plus triple conversion IF and modern DSP digital demodulation technology as well as synchronized detection for enhanced and unparalleled reception sensitivity, selectivity, and anti-image interference capability across the bands
- A premium full-range 4 ohms / 3 watts speaker with built-in class AB amplifier delivers loud, rich, crispy, dynamic and distortion-free sound for utmost entertainment experience, a 3.5 mm stereo earphone jack for private listening (stereo earphones included)
- Other convenient features include an alarm clock with snooze function; a sleep timer of up to 120 minutes; USB audio input; external antenna input; 3.5mm audio output; 3,150 memories for easy access to frequently listened stations; keylock function for preserving settings; and a few undisclosed gems to be discovered by end users

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08KL77Q4H |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #45,019 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #97 in Portable Shortwave Radios |
| Brand | TECSUN |
| Built-In Media | Owner's Manual |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Earphone |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 283 Reviews |
| Display Technology | LCD |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Frequency | 108 MHz |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio, MicroSD |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.5"L x 1.25"W x 4.5"H |
| Manufacturer | Tecsun |
| Model Number | PL990 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 7.5"L x 1.25"W x 4.5"H |
| Radio Bands Supported | AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave, Single Side Band |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 3 Watts |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Tuner Technology | AM , FM, SSB |
| Tuner Type | AM, FM, SSB |
| Voltage | 5 Volts (DC) |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TECSUN
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wireless
- **Included Components:** Owner's Manual
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Product Dimensions:** 7.5"L x 1.25"W x 4.5"H
- **Radio Bands Supported:** AM, FM, Longwave, Shortwave, Single Side Band
- **Special Feature:** Portable
- **Style:** Modern
- **Tuner Technology:** AM, FM, SSB

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Isn’t 108 mhz to 135 mhz the aviation band? is that range covered?**
A: For a radio of this caliber and especially price, it's a huge mistake to leave out a band (VHF-Air) that is important to monitoring enthusiast, especially since many radios that cost much less have included it.  It was missed in the PL-880, and most thought surely Tecsun would surely correct that mistake when the new PL-990 was announced, especially when it was going to cost $120 more than the previous PL-880. Sure, you can get a scanner if you want to monitor the VHF-Airband, but why should you have to do that? Especially since you're paying nearly $300, and yet some good quality shortwave SSB Shortwave portables that cost less than $160 include VHF-Air.

**Q: what is the maximum storage micro sd card this will accept?**
A: 128g

**Q: Does this radio record onto the SD card?**
A: No, it must be recorded on another device.

**Q: Is this listing for the international version pl-990 or us version pl-990x?**
A: Mine was not the x version

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning sound, SSB, great reception. Great quality.
*by J***T on January 26, 2025*

As a licensed ham radio operator I find myself buying all sorts of radios and have 4 shortwave radios. 1) The radio arrives in a high quality box expertly packed. 2) includes an impressive leather case. 3) The speaker and sound this radio produces is a noticeable level above other radios of equal or lesser value. This is a fabulous sounding radio. 4) At this price you expect SSB, great sensitivity and selectivity and great reception. This radio checks those boxes. 5) At this price you expect package to include optional long wire antenna. Included. Of all these features the feature this radio provides over other models is the amazing sound quality. You won’t be disappointed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A love letter to the past
*by S***. on October 21, 2025*

This is a modern radio with modern features, but from its execution to documentation, is clearly a love letter to the past (watch some YouTube videos about it!) Bravo, Tecsun. I also own the Eton Field BT, but bought this because it can play MP3s (it was worth that much to me) and was money well spent. This a more premium product than any Eton I’ve owned. I was a Grundig guy back in the day, but will definitely look first at Tecsun in the future.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth considering
*by E***H on January 4, 2026*

The price is a bit high, but the product quality is decent. If you're not too bothered by the cost, it’s worth considering.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*