TECSUN PL880 Portable Radio with SSB | AM/FM/LW/SW PLL Dual Conversion

Overview

Meet the TECSUN PL880, a compact portable radio designed for curious listeners who want broad band coverage and precise tuning. The silver chassis houses a PLL synthesized digital dual conversion receiver, delivering solid sensitivity and clean selectivity across AM, FM, Longwave and Shortwave bands, with optional Single Side Band (SSB) for refined voice signals. This model blends practicality with versatility, making it a capable companion for daily listening, travel, or field listening at a campsite or cabin.

Full range, flexible listening

Enjoy wide band coverage that includes FM, AM, Longwave, Shortwave, and SSB. The PL880 supports 10 Hz tuning steps on SSB for fine control and offers multiple bandwidth options to tailor sound to your environment and signal conditions. The result is a listening experience that can adapt to busy airwaves or quiet nocturnal listening alike.

• Full range coverage including AM, FM, LW and SW with SSB reception
• PLL synthesized digital dual conversion for strong sensitivity and crisp selectivity
• 4 AM bandwidth filters and 5 SSB bandwidth options with 10 Hz tuning steps
• SSB capability helps you target clearer voice signals when conditions permit

User-friendly features

Practical features enhance everyday use. A built-in 24-hour alarm and a sleep timer from 0 to 120 minutes lets you schedule listening sessions without keeping a constant watch. The device’s compact footprint (approximately 7 ½ W × 4 ½ H × 1 ¼ D inches) and a weight around 1 lb 3 oz (battery not included) make it comfortable to carry from room to room or on short trips.

• 24-hour alarm clock and sleep timer (0–120 minutes)
• Solid 40 mm speaker with 4 Ohm impedance and 3 W output for clear playback

Power, ports, and accessories

Power options include a recharge-capable battery and USB 5 V external adaptor (current > 300 mA), offering flexibility for on-the-go use. Each unit ships with key accessories to start listening right away: an external shortwave antenna, stereo earphones, a carrying pouch, a quick reference guide, and a user manual. These components support easy setup and portability wherever your signal search takes you.

• External shortwave antenna and stereo earphones included
• Carrying pouch, quick reference guide, and user manual included

At a glance

Frequency ranges include FM 64–108 MHz, LW 100–519 kHz, AM 520–1710 kHz, and SW 1,711–29,999 kHz. Output power exceeds 450 mW. Dimensions are about 7 ½ inches wide, 4 ½ inches tall, and 1 ¼ inches deep, with a 40 mm speaker powering playback. The TECSUN PL880 pairs a robust chassis with practical connectivity, including USB DC 5 V and a 3.5 mm headset jack, making it a flexible option for everyday listening and travel.