--- product_id: 1951851 title: "R9700DX 12-Band Dual Conversion AM/FM Shortwave Radio" brand: "tecsun" price: "¥23447" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Tecsun" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1951851-r9700dx-12-band-dual-conversion-am-fm-shortwave-radio store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Back-lit frequency display with auto/constant modes 12-band AM/FM & shortwave receiver Dual conversion tech for crystal-clear tuning R9700DX 12-Band Dual Conversion AM/FM Shortwave Radio **Brand:** tecsun **Price:** ¥23447 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📻 Tune into the world’s stories with precision and style — don’t miss a beat! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** R9700DX 12-Band Dual Conversion AM/FM Shortwave Radio by tecsun - **How much does it cost?** ¥23447 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1951851-r9700dx-12-band-dual-conversion-am-fm-shortwave-radio) ## 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 - • **Night Owl Friendly:** Back-lit LCD display with adjustable lighting modes keeps you connected even in the darkest environments. - • **Global Signal Hunter:** Access 12 versatile bands including AM, FM, and shortwave for worldwide audio exploration. - • **Precision Tuning Mastery:** Dual conversion circuitry delivers superior sensitivity and selectivity, eliminating interference like a pro. - • **Travel-Ready Compactness:** Lightweight and portable design with built-in battery charger and included accessories for on-the-go listening. - • **Analog Tuning, Digital Clarity:** Enjoy smooth, analog tuning with modern audio clarity and a robust internal speaker or earphone option. ## Overview The Tecsun R9700DX is a compact, portable 12-band AM/FM shortwave radio featuring advanced dual conversion technology for enhanced signal clarity and interference rejection. It includes a back-lit frequency display with adjustable lighting, built-in battery charger, and comes with essential accessories like a long-wire antenna, earphones, and AC adapter. Perfect for global radio enthusiasts and travelers seeking reliable, high-quality reception in a sleek, user-friendly design. ## Description If you are new to the world of shortwave radio, the R9700DX is an ideal choice for you without a serious dent in your wallet. It not only offers you crystal clear reception on all bands but also good sound quality. The design of this radio is very intuitive, you would hardly need to look at the user manual in order to make this radio up and running. Solid and compact, the R9700DX includes just the essentials: a retractable antenna, volume control and tuning knob, and a wide back-lit face displaying the bands and frequencies. Tuning is accomplished by switching the band selector to the appropriate band, then dialing up or down. The tuning light will come on when a strong signal is detected. At night, for you convenience, you can set the back-light switch at "auto" or "constant" mode. If you plan on traveling with a radio, the R9700DX is an ideal choice. You can either listen to IT via the built-in speaker or with the included earphones. Beyond the ability to tune into various radio bands, the PL600 also features a built-in automatic battery charger, plugs it into any wall outlet with the included AC adapter. Specifications: Power: 6V DC / AA x 4 FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz AM: 525 -1610 KHz SW: 3,900 - 21,850 KHz Internal speaker: 16 ohm 250 mW Earphone jack: 3.5 mm 8-32 ohms, stereo Sensitivity: FM <10 uV MW <1 mV/m SW <30uV Dimensions: 7 ½" x 4 ½" x 1 ¼" Weight: 13 oz Accessories: AC/DC adapter: 120V AC / 6V DC Reel antenna Protective case User manual in English Warranty registration card (service provided by Kaito Electronics, Inc in North America) Earphones Review: EXCELLENT shortwave radio! - I’ve been into radio since my teenage years and for nearly two decades I’ve been an amateur radio operator. I feel my experience and background will make my review valid. For under $100, you WILL NOT find a better performing shortwave radio. It just isn’t going to happen. The audio clarity from the good sized speaker is superb for a radio in this price range. While the tuning is analog and not fancy digital, I prefer analog tuning because I’m able to “slide” through the band easily without the tuning steps associated with digital. The display does light up for use in the dark. You get access to all of the major shortwave bands, which will provide hours of entertainment. There are some gaps in frequency coverage between the bands, but nothing that would warrant deducting a star. It's just worth mentioning and to most users, isn't a big deal. Now on a more technical note, the receiver in this is dual conversion. For simplicity sake, this means there are “two” stages to the IF circuit which allows the user to better finely tune in stations and increases rejection from interference. A feature you normally only find in really high end models. If you’re on the fence, let me knock you off of it. Buy this radio. You will not be disappointed at all. Included is a nice little case/cover, a long-wire antenna, and AC adapter. Review: Great for wallet. An worth it. - For past few days. I had really fun on this radio. The SW part of this radio. Is very good. An pills in weak signals. An makes strong stations come in like local FM station. With the local an dx switch. It keeps it from overloading when it comes to Very strong stations. Like Radio China, an Cuba, as well as bible study stations. The stations. That r weak. Like BBC world an DW international. An NHK world Japan. Comes in good with home made wire antenna i made. Havent to much use it for MW bands. To give u review. FM is totally very good. An the stations. Are not like cheap sounding. But instead sounding like PL-660. But its analog. So u have play with it. But pulls them in very good. An not much moving aound. So u dont have two tune it in. Every few min. So it holds frequency very good. Ill make other reviews on MW band next week. Since i be playing with radio on that. But i give it 5out 5. An its good for what u pay for. Even pull AM hams on 80m an 40m band. Worth my time an money. An really love it. U need buy ur ownn battery. But the wall charger is vood. But dose make noise on MW an SW. So i do wanna add that. I just run my on batterys. An the light on it. Stays on for min. But there is switch on top on radio that dose keep it on. But remember never use the light unless u need two. Other wise it kill battery fwster. I do have rechargeable battery in my. An so fwr havent kill it just yet. Only own it for 4 days now. Soo ill make other review soo with update. ## Features - 12-band AM/FM & shortwave worldband receiver - Dual conversion with excellent sensitivity & selectivity - Back-lit frequency display & built-in battery charger - Includes shortwave antenna and AC adapter - 1-year warranty ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001P4LTAU | | Additional Features | Portable | | Antenna Location | Music, News | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo | | Best Sellers Rank | #58,031 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #111 in Portable Shortwave Radios | | Brand | TECSUN | | Built-In Media | Reel antenna, Protective case, User manual in English, Earphones, AC/DC adapter | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Earphone | | Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 427 Reviews | | Display Technology | LCD | | Display Type | LCD or LED | | Frequency | 108 MHz | | Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.13"L x 1.22"W x 4.57"H | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | Tecsun | | Mfr Part Number | R9700DX | | Model Number | R9700DX | | Number of Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. | | Number of Items | 1 | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Product Dimensions | 7.13"L x 1.22"W x 4.57"H | | Radio Bands Supported | 12-Band | | Special Feature | Portable | | Style Name | Retro | | Tuner Technology | AM , FM | | Tuner Type | AM, FM | | UPC | 612590193163 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Voltage | 120 volts | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** TECSUN - **Color:** Black - **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary - **Included Components:** Reel antenna, Protective case, User manual in English, Earphones, AC/DC adapter - **Power Source:** Battery Powered - **Product Dimensions:** 7.13"L x 1.22"W x 4.57"H - **Radio Bands Supported:** 12-Band - **Special Feature:** Portable - **Style:** Retro - **Tuner Technology:** AM, FM ## Images ![R9700DX 12-Band Dual Conversion AM/FM Shortwave Radio - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81pjPtVV05L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why are we unable to get the short wave to work on the radio? Nothing but static. FM works fine.** A: Hi - I also bought the radio because of the short wave feature. If this were 1965 you would probably be picking up a lot more stations but very few people broadcast over short wave since the advent of the internet. It's a bit obsolete but there are some religious programs from the bible belt and a few countries like Cuba, Venezuela and eastern European that utilize short wave. I'm no radio techy but I find the reception better at night after 10pm and when it's overcast outside. Make sure the antenna is fully extended and if you purchase a portable shortwave reel antenna that will also help. That will extend the length of the fixed antenna on the radio. If you have some old wire and attach that to the fixed antenna that will do the trick too. Or make the fixed antenna touch another long piece of metal. Also, try turning off all other electronic devices in the room like computers, TVs and radios. One last note, sometimes it's simply location. I can pick up SW stations much better than a friend of mine that lives only a few miles away from me. I hope this helps. **Q: does the radio mute the audio when you are tuning?** A: It does not mute the audio when tuning. **Q: What kind of batteries does this radio use** A: I’ve been using rechargeable AA batteries, however you will need to remove them from the radio to recharge them. **Q: How to have 120-240v of this particular radio?** A: The version of the Tecsun R9700DX radio sold in the U.S is sold with an AC power supply of 120 volts to convert to 6 volts dc to power the radio. The radio also operates on four AA batteries. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EXCELLENT shortwave radio! *by J***W on December 8, 2024* I’ve been into radio since my teenage years and for nearly two decades I’ve been an amateur radio operator. I feel my experience and background will make my review valid. For under $100, you WILL NOT find a better performing shortwave radio. It just isn’t going to happen. The audio clarity from the good sized speaker is superb for a radio in this price range. While the tuning is analog and not fancy digital, I prefer analog tuning because I’m able to “slide” through the band easily without the tuning steps associated with digital. The display does light up for use in the dark. You get access to all of the major shortwave bands, which will provide hours of entertainment. There are some gaps in frequency coverage between the bands, but nothing that would warrant deducting a star. It's just worth mentioning and to most users, isn't a big deal. Now on a more technical note, the receiver in this is dual conversion. For simplicity sake, this means there are “two” stages to the IF circuit which allows the user to better finely tune in stations and increases rejection from interference. A feature you normally only find in really high end models. If you’re on the fence, let me knock you off of it. Buy this radio. You will not be disappointed at all. Included is a nice little case/cover, a long-wire antenna, and AC adapter. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for wallet. An worth it. *by J***A on September 22, 2016* For past few days. I had really fun on this radio. The SW part of this radio. Is very good. An pills in weak signals. An makes strong stations come in like local FM station. With the local an dx switch. It keeps it from overloading when it comes to Very strong stations. Like Radio China, an Cuba, as well as bible study stations. The stations. That r weak. Like BBC world an DW international. An NHK world Japan. Comes in good with home made wire antenna i made. Havent to much use it for MW bands. To give u review. FM is totally very good. An the stations. Are not like cheap sounding. But instead sounding like PL-660. But its analog. So u have play with it. But pulls them in very good. An not much moving aound. So u dont have two tune it in. Every few min. So it holds frequency very good. Ill make other reviews on MW band next week. Since i be playing with radio on that. But i give it 5out 5. An its good for what u pay for. Even pull AM hams on 80m an 40m band. Worth my time an money. An really love it. U need buy ur ownn battery. But the wall charger is vood. But dose make noise on MW an SW. So i do wanna add that. I just run my on batterys. An the light on it. Stays on for min. But there is switch on top on radio that dose keep it on. But remember never use the light unless u need two. Other wise it kill battery fwster. I do have rechargeable battery in my. An so fwr havent kill it just yet. Only own it for 4 days now. Soo ill make other review soo with update. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice radio but QC is lacking *by J***Y on March 27, 2019* So after receiving 3 separate radios and finally getting one that works properly here's my take. First off I love the style and construction of the radio. If you like "old school new tech" then this is definitely satisfying. The FM and MW/AM band is very sensitive and the DX function works quite well picking up a lot of faint stations. I look forward to trying out the MW with a loop antenna. I haven't had much luck picking up many SW stations but it's probably due to unfair weather lately. Sound quality I would say is good, stereo and mono sound switch is drastic between the two and preferences may vary. Build quality feels good, especially the tuning dial, nice resistance for fine tuning without worry of skipping past those faint signals and holds the station well. Also the tuning dial is quite accurate on my particular radio. Very nice getting the AC adapter and FM/SW wire antenna included, at least a $20 value. Case is also pretty nice, a stiff seemingly well made canvas type material that fits nice and tight over the radio. Overall I'm very satisfied with the radio and look forward to further testing. The bad is the fact that it took me 2 replacements to find one I was satisfied with. On one radio, the tuning dial was WAY off. If I tried tuning to 92.3FM for example, it would read 95-96FM. The other radio had a loud popping noise when turning the backlight on, loose tuning dial, scuffs on the station backplate, very loose band selector switch etc... I'm sure most people would be fine with some of these nitpicky things, but for a $50+ radio I expected a little better. As long as you get a good functioning radio and don't expect perfection I would recommend this radio for the styling, sound quality and sensitivity. ## Frequently Bought Together - TECSUN R9700DX 12-Band Dual Conversion AM/FM Shortwave Radio - XHDATA AN-80 Shortwave Reel Antenna FM SW External Antenna Whip Antenna to Improve Signal Reception Suitable for FM SW Radio - XHDATA D219 Portable AM FM Shortwave Radio Battery Operated Small Great Reception Radio with Good Sound,Earphone Jack for Elder,Home,Child [Gray] --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1951851-r9700dx-12-band-dual-conversion-am-fm-shortwave-radio](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1951851-r9700dx-12-band-dual-conversion-am-fm-shortwave-radio) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-08-15*