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Compact with great sound
XDR-P1DBP 07/01/2021 by Nom54
Christmas gift for my husband from our daughter - easy to tune and great sound - ideal for the garden and indoors as well.
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Pocket Radio
XDR-P1DBP 27/07/2020 by Twincam99
Very pleased so far but have only had it a week. My only concern is the much talked about weak on off switch so I am being very careful with it. The build is not as solid as a larger Sony DAB Radio that I have or a Roberts Pocket radio and for the price I think this is something Sony need to address.
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Hi Twincam99
Thank you for your review.
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Sony support team
Compact radio with great sound.
XDR-P1DBP 10/06/2020 by Shirley J
This is an excellent little radio, although I did have a couple of issues. I found that without picking up the radio and looking at the band change buttons on the top, I could not locate them by feel (which I wanted to do if listening in bed at night) I combatted this by sticking some small planner board dots on them. Also, I purchased it as it said it could be run on the mains as well as battery; however, the plug for doing so does not come with it. That said, I am very pleased with it.
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Compact
XDR-P1DBP 08/05/2020 by Yungman
Easy set up, useful features and good sound quality.
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Very Compact and Portable
XDR-P1DBP 28/03/2020 by Ian B64
I bought this radio for my 75yr old mother and she is very satisfied with it. It is simple to use and a very compact size. Would have got 5 stars if reception was always 100%.
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Didn't work
XDR-P1DBP 16/01/2020 by Waggy1
Bought this from Sony as I trusted the brand. The speaker didn't work so can't rate the ease of use and quality
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Hi Waggy,
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Nice and stable
XDR-P1DBP 23/12/2019 by Gargantua
Set up is easy and can be refreshed when you move to a different town or country. The radio has a flip down stand at the back which stops it falling over. The rechargeable battery works well from any USB source. Nice piece of kit.
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Good size
XDR-P1DBP 11/11/2019 by Missym
Good sized radio works well.................. ....................
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Handy as a dandy and great sound for the size.
XDR-P1DBP 29/10/2019 by Shaft69
Bought this primarily to use with headphones and because of the size and lack of wi-fi coverage in my bedroom for the radio on my phone. Has lived up to my expectations.
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Easy set up.
XDR-P1DBP 10/08/2019 by ozzy66
Only bought today but really easy to set up presets, volume level seems adequate, really neat little unit. Time will tell if as good as it at first seems.
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Great radio but poorly made.
XDR-P1DBP 10/07/2019 by Birdsunlimited
I bought two of these radios and both had a faulty on/off switch.
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Amazingly compact, functional high quality radio
XDR-P1DBP 19/05/2019 by IanCharlesB
Surprised at how well it is designed and manufactured and the sound is great too!
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Super handy!
XDR-P1DBP 15/05/2019 by Fengyi
Handy, easy to carry, I was quite satisfied until the on/ off switch broke down.
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Love my tiny radio
XDR-P1DBP 29/12/2018 by Ginger555
I bought a Sony pocket radio back in June it packs a really good powerful sound and is easy to use ,but unfortunately the on off button which I consider to be quite flimsy broke and I could not turn my new radio on or off So I returned it to lovely John Lewis who gave me a new one . I’m praying this one will last more than 6mths .
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Compact and impressive but ...
XDR-P1DBP 13/12/2018 by Segdirb
I am baffled by the instructions which seem to me to be wholly inadequate. Even information on how to switch the radio off is lacking much less how to manage presets, time for the alarm function etc., etc.
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Very Impressed Overall
XDR-P1DBP 02/11/2018 by sexy bear
Bought this in preparation for living off the grid. Particularly useful to me is the light weight and the USB charging which I shall be using off my solar panel / hydro turbine systems. Only disappointment is that the telescopic aerial weighs so much compared with how light the radio is, that when it's extended the radio can tip over unless the leg is extended. Could maybe the aerial be made of titanium in order to reduce this problem.
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Just what was wanted
XDR-P1DBP 19/08/2018 by Rosiemg
Bought as a gift for my husband. Now uses it to while away sleepless nights
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Software has bugs
XDR-P1DBP 28/07/2018 by Ar Kane
Casting is impaired. TV sees blackberry and vice versa but registration fails for mirroring.
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XDR-P1DBP 21/07/2018 by ird999
Spent a reasonable amount on a brand that I trusted. However very disappointed that the on-off switch has broken, rendering the radio useless, although all other features (other buttons, display, battery etc) are fine. Surprised to see this is a common problem with this model, but its still being sold.
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A good product made bad by poorly designed switch
XDR-P1DBP 09/05/2018 by Markx
Excellent sound and reception for a small radio. Built in rechargeable battery is very good.It is let down by an on/off switch that is not durable enough. This is the second of these radios I have purchased and the switch has broken on both. The design is clearly flawed, and I am not the only customer to have experienced this. Sony continue to insist all is well....it is a pity as I would certainly have bought another one if this was not the case.
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Don’t be put off by the size
XDR-P1DBP 21/04/2018 by Mo7777
A brilliant little radio with good quality sound and pleasing to the eye and touch.
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Excellent portable DAB radio
XDR-P1DBP 23/03/2018 by Dabbler998
Very happy and got a good price at John Lewis although still quite expensive. Surprised DAB hasn’t been more popular so much more reliable sound quality. I hear FM has been given a reprieve?
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Great portable DAB radio
XDR-P1DBP 22/01/2018 by Captain Bob
Had this as a Christmas present and really pleased with it. Very compact with excellent sound quality. Perfect for listening to the Test Matches whilst on the move
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Excellent Radio
XDR-P1DBP 18/01/2018 by meldab
This Sony radio is great on features and handy to take with you. Has FM DAB and DAB+ . It’s as I expected from Sony.
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As close to a perfect small radio as you can get
XDR-P1DBP 07/01/2018 by PaulTheOnlyOne
Had the radio a few weeks now. It picks up DAB in parts of my house where no other radio has worked. Volume is amazing for such a small speaker. Perfect for me to keep in touch with my favourite BBC Radio 4. For the next version Sony please add streaming then it will be completely perfect!
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Very useful radio
XDR-P1DBP 12/10/2017 by JJS50
Excellent radio which I have been using for a year now. Only disappointment is low volume when used with (Sonly) in-ear phones whereas volume from speaker is very good..
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Best small DAB Radio
XDR-P1DBP 16/04/2017 by How silly
Have had this Radio a couple of months now and can confirm other reviewers remarks. Excellent.
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Tiny radio - massive sound!
XDR-P1DBP 02/04/2017
Brilliant bit of kit. Fits in the palm of your hand but sounds like a machine much bigger in size. Quickly populates a large rang of DAB channels and is really easy to use. Can't wait for the start of the cricket season!
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Amazing pocket radio
XDR-P1DBP 13/02/2017 by Anthony g
I can't believe the quality of the sound from such a compact device. It's robust, with a long life battery, DAB & FM. Three stations on each band. I just wish it would accept a memory card, to play my music. Really good value for money, and amazing quality. It attracts comments from everyone who hears it. Big speaker sound from such a compact device. I love it.
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Flimsy, awful power button simply doesn't work !
XDR-P1DBP 12/02/2017
I have purchased 2 (two) of these digital radios and neither of them work due to the flimsy start button which is very poor quality
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Superb Quality
XDR-P1DBP 29/01/2017 by jc11
Had bought a cheapo brand of similar size four days earlier. It lacked sensitivity and then froze completely within 2 days. I returned it and bought the Sony. Definitely get what you pay for. This radio picks up DAB signals where others fail. It has really good sound quality - not the tinny sound one would expect from a radio this. The design is excellent as is the build quality. Controls are intuitive and I find having the '3 favourites' buttons on top of the radio, in addition to the presets, very useful. Really pleased with this radio.
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Small but Perfectly Formed
XDR-P1DBP 11/01/2017 by Pooh1
This a tiny radio with astonishingly good sound and good sensitivity. Included is a high quality charging cable but no plug. Personally I would have liked the aerial to emerge a bit further so that it could be upright when the radio is lying on it's back. I am so glad to have found this lovely little radio when my old travelling Sony had nearly died after nearly 50 years.
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Predominantly good.
XDR-P1DBP 10/01/2017 by Doddski
this is basically an extremely good pocket DAB radio, the only disappointment for me is that the earphone volume is somewhat low for those with less than perfect hearing. Sound quality is very good considering the size of the device, build quality is what one would hope for from Sony.
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Amazing tiny radio
XDR-P1DBP 09/01/2017 by CasperDel
I brought this radio to use when traveling in the UK. It has very good reception and works well on the train (as good as FM but with more stations)
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Great buy
XDR-P1DBP 05/01/2017 by Captain94
Received this as a Christmas gift and am very pleased with it. It is compact, easy to operate and has very good sound quality.
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Great!!!
XDR-P1DBP 05/01/2017 by June30
Absolutely thrilled with this radio, can't believe the sound quality that comes from such a tiny device!!! Wonderful
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A great little radio
XDR-P1DBP 26/11/2016 by Waterfall
The radio is well built and very powerful. It managed a return journey from Yorkshire to London by train with almost no loss of reception. Good sound quality from speaker at home and in hotel.
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Great little Radio
XDR-P1DBP 24/10/2016 by JohnXRadiofan
It is a powepacked little DAB radio....I love it. Small yet a very good sound...easy to use with simple buttons for the varous actions required.
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Sooooooo neat!
XDR-P1DBP 07/08/2016 by vjbr
I've had this about 6 weeks. It's small, simple and it works. I'm using it at home and camping, where FM is poor
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Sony DAB radio
XDR-P1DBP 03/08/2016 by G
Looked over reviews for loads of different radios and finally settled with this one after I walked on site one day and heard the quality of this one for myself . For a little radio it's got awesome sound and battery lasts ages .
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excellent pocket radio
XDR-P1DBP 01/08/2016 by foff
It is not easy to distinguish between competitive products online but the Sony turned out to be a first class choice
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Ultimate portable....
XDR-P1DBP 27/07/2016 by Whistler45
They don't come any more portable than this. Ideal for travel, excellent sound, with a useful sleep timer - full marks.
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Small, crispy clear sound. Highly recommended
XDR-P1DBP 14/07/2016 by KCKhor
It's small and therefore extremely portable. Sound Is crisp and clear. Tuning is fast . And the battery lasts and lasts Simple to use
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Sony Radio Performs
XDR-P1DBP 29/06/2016 by Bj2611
Small DAB radio that packs a big punch. Good sound and easy to use with three preset favourite buttons. Reception is good so far. Feels really well made too with the added bonus of USB charging.
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Small portable and great sound quality
XDR-P1DBP 29/06/2016 by GAW
Easy to setup and being portable when required is a big bonus
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Trust the reviews!
XDR-P1DBP 28/06/2016 by Justine
I felt compelled to leave a review for this item as it was the reviews that sent me to buy one for my husband for fathers day. I have to admit to being rather skeptical when handed the tiniest box after parting with a not small amount of cash for this radio however, was relieved to find that this tiny radio packs a punch. Great sound quality, battery life, transportability, reception....everything ! My husband is delighted with it and has it as his shed companion.
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Fantastic
XDR-P1DBP 22/06/2016 by Wendy
Please do not be put of by the tiny size of this radio. I can honestly say that this is the best radio I have ever purchased and believe me I have gone through quite a few. Its minute design means it is small enough to throw in your handbag. It is almost the size of a small satnav but the sound quality is not compromised at all. Best thing I have purchased in a long time.
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Great compact dab radio
XDR-P1DBP 16/06/2016 by Charles
Really impressed with sound, size and ease of use with this pocket sized radio, very good build quality and feels robust.The reception is fantastic, display and channel selection very user friendly. I tend to use my radio whilst walking in park and radio fits neatly in my pocket and with using earphones it means the Arial is not needed and reception and sound still fantastic and have not experienced any of the annoying digital interference to date.
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great little dab radio
XDR-P1DBP 15/06/2016 by julie
This is a perfect radio,great sound,easy to use and you can charge it up so you don't have to buy batteries.highly recommended.
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An excellent little radio.
XDR-P1DBP 15/06/2016 by Discerning46
Very compact and with good sound quality for its size. The battery life is limited (15 hours is quoted) and it takes around four hours to fully recharge. Best to top it up frequently.
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Nothing compact can sound as good as this. YES
XDR-P1DBP 14/06/2016 by Grandadp
Just bought the radio for travelling holiday. It's so small and cute but performs like a full size radio. Brilliant buy!!!
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Very clear sound, simple
XDR-P1DBP 12/06/2016 by Nick1062
Very small radio with a very clear sound. I have been listening to both speech and music and am impressed with the sound on both. The built-in battery is easily recharged from a mobile phone charger. Its simple to use too. There is no auxiliary input as the advert suggests, only a headphone socket. The 20 presets are accessed via the menu, but I rarely use them as the 3 favourite station presets on the top of the radio are far more convenient and work on FM or DAB. Well done Sony.
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Brilliant radio
XDR-P1DBP 10/06/2016 by Bolton Boy
Superb dab radio, compact, easy to use and fantastic sound quality. Just what you expect from Sony
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Pocket sized BIG RADIO SOUND
XDR-P1DBP 10/06/2016 by slowtown
Second Sony radio. I have the larger version as well. This product is fantastic. I read reviews before I bought it. Good sound, easy to use and good battery life. Sturdy aerial as well. Pocket sized I carry it around the house with me.
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Amazing Little Radio
XDR-P1DBP 10/06/2016 by Cymro66
This DAB radio is pricey (aren't they all?) but what you get for your money is a little gem. Solidly built and small enough to fit in your hand, its reception and sound quality are unbelievable. With three pre-sets (a couple more would have been useful) you can switch from one station to another by touch alone - no need to look at what you are doing. It has re-chargable batteries and a mains lead but my experience is it will run continuously for 7-8 hours plus and still sound A1! Highly reccomended
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Small but mighty
XDR-P1DBP 07/06/2016 by anthony_Witham
I bought this radio about 3 weeks ago and am so impressed I tried to buy another but it was out of stock. The sound is great - for such a small radio (really small) and it picks up many more DAB stations than my other radios. Only charged it once so far as we use this in the bathroom. Just 1 bar left after over 3 weeks. Easy to use and looks great in white.
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Small radio big performance
XDR-P1DBP 01/06/2016 by jim
Very good reception and easy to set up. Ideal for frequent travellers
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Compact, straight design
XDR-P1DBP 31/05/2016 by Product nickname question
Excellent advance on my previous DAB radios acquired . The sound is crystal clear .
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Compact and Easy to Use
XDR-P1DBP 31/05/2016 by JonP248
I like this radio which replaced a much older but similar sized Sony product. As I expect most people use this for travel it would have been useful if it had an alarm function.
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small but sweet
XDR-P1DBP 22/05/2016 by mx girl
Its a cracking little dab radio, easy to use with great sound from something so small.
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Really, really good baby DAB radio.
XDR-P1DBP 19/05/2016 by Kloudy
This is an amazing little radio for its size. The sound is strong and undistorted even at higher volumes. A little pocket miracle and £15 cheaper at Tesco then anywhere else I could find. Recommended.
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Even better than expected
XDR-P1DBP 18/05/2016 by Kloppite
I chose this radio after an excellent independent review by Which? It's very small, which I didn't realise until I collected it, which was an initial concern in case that gave it weak sound. In reality, sound quality is crystal clear and more than powerful enough. The radio is recharged by plugging it into a PC with a USB cable which is supplied. Battery life is good. A great buy, would highly recommend.
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Excellent Product
XDR-P1DBP 10/05/2016 by Gilly
Bought this radio for my husband, very easy to set up, excellent sound, would highly recommend.
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The Best
XDR-P1DBP 10/05/2016 by DemioDavid
I love my radio's, being a plumber with never the same 4 walls to work in but the same radio. I have tried many radio's in my time but this is the best ever. It sounds better than a lot of larger ones I have owned. Most importantly it is DAB+ that we have just started to use here in England along with most of the rest of Europe. A Battery charge lasts me 2 to 3 days with easy charge via a USB. So small just sits in a little pocket in my tool bag. The only thing that could make it better is Internet radio. But I never short of choice with DAB. I love the scroll selection display. You can see a lot of thought has gone into the design. Well Done Sony. Simply the best
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Compact, amazing sound
XDR-P1DBP 27/04/2016 by Buck61
This Sony compact radio is easy to use, truly portable and has incredible sound and volume for its size. Very pleased with this unit.
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Pocket size entertainment
XDR-P1DBP 22/04/2016 by Mac
Really glad I bought this product as it suits my needs of a little background music at work, being compact does not take away the quality and to top it off has a really good battery life (22hrs) from one charge
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Pricey, but worth it
XDR-P1DBP 20/04/2016 by AlanBH4
I decided to buy this for mobile use around the flat . I'm really pleased with the signal strength (in a little bit of a valley in Bournemouth) which is excellent on DAB and FM. Would be nice if there was a protective case for it.
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Small and powerful
XDR-P1DBP 18/04/2016 by Me20161948
Purchased just over a week ago for my second home and the occasional trips out, this little radio pack real punch with excellent battery life and really good sound.
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The Benny Lynch ( small but packs a punch )
XDR-P1DBP 10/04/2016 by Painterman
Easy to set up, great sound quality for a small transportable radio, good lasting battery charge two days easy on full charge, and LOUD. Paid for itself within a couple of months. Battery's for my old radio were costing about £8. A week for less quality sound.
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a tiny, simple radio with amazing sound quality
XDR-P1DBP 22/03/2016 by janine
i was surprised with quite how compact this radio is [not much bigger than a old music cassette !], and was a bit concerned about how good the sound quality could be....but it's amazing simple to set up and tune to your fav stations,my other concern was how often I would have to re-charge the battery, but it's fine,using it for around 1 1/2 hrs/day and the battery lasted 2 weeks, and took very little time to re-charge. it would be great for using in your pocket with earphones
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Good Product and Price
XDR-P1DBP 14/03/2016 by aatom
This Sony Radio is a miniature quality product - good sound and strong station reception. DAB + FM
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Great radio
XDR-P1DBP 24/02/2016 by Dalzell
This is great small radio. It is a pocket sized radio which is easy to carry about. Good sound from it and the volume can be increased to a decent level.
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