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title: "ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio (Black)"
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# AM/FM versatile tuner 80 hrs battery life LED precise tuning ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio (Black)

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** ₩526894
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## Summary

> 📡 Stay tuned, stay ahead — classic sound for the modern mover!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio (Black) by sony
- **How much does it cost?** ₩526894 with free shipping
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## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Robust Sound Output:** Built-in 3-5/8" speaker delivers surprisingly loud, crisp audio for personal or shared listening.
- • **Unmatched Portability:** Ultra-compact design slips effortlessly into your daily carry for on-the-go sound.
- • **Extended Battery Power:** Up to 80 hours of uninterrupted play with 4 AA batteries—stay connected longer without the plug.
- • **Crystal Clear Reception:** Telescoping antenna and LED tuning indicator ensure you never miss your favorite station, even in low light.
- • **Classic Simplicity Meets Reliability:** Intuitive analog controls and durable build make this Sony radio a timeless companion for work, leisure, or emergencies.

## Overview

The Sony ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio combines classic analog tuning with modern portability, featuring a large built-in speaker, LED tuning indicator, and up to 80 hours of battery life on 4 AA batteries. Its compact design and telescoping antenna deliver reliable reception and crisp sound, making it an essential companion for professionals seeking dependable, on-the-go audio without distractions.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Take this portable AM/FM radio with you wherever you want to enjoy good old live radio. Also perfect for sever weather conditions or power outages. Perfect for the garage, porch, or anywhere around the house, this handy portable radio delivers crisp sound and simplified controls. The built-in carrying handle makes it convenient to carry and the illuminated LED tuner makes finding the right station fast and easy--even in low light. The LED tuning indicator helps provide precise station tuning Pocket Size for Portable UseThe ultra-compact design slips easily into shirt or jacket pocket or handbag for convenience and portability. The built-in 3-5/8" speaker lets you share radio programming with those around you, such as the office or your next tailgate party, or use the earphone jack for private listening enjoyment and improved sound clarity in noisy environments.Four AA batteries (not included) offer up to 80 hours of battery life for extended play.AM/FM Tuner with Telescopic AntennaThe AM/FM tuner lets you choose from the wide range of free music, talk shows, sports, and other programming. The telescoping antenna ensures increased range and solid reception. The LED tuning indicator helps provide precise station tuning even in dim light.Technical SpecificationsSpeaker Dimensions: 3-5/8" (92mm)Speaker Type: MonoDesign: Portable, with built-in carrying handleAntenna System: AM: Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna; FMFrequency Range: AM: 530-1710kHz; FM: 87.6-108MHzTuner Type: AnalogDisplay: LED Tuning IndicatorBattery Life (Approx): up to 80 hours (with Sony batteries)Battery Type: "AA" x 4 batteries (optional)Output Power: 400mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)Dimensions (Approx.): 9-7/32" x 5-1/4" x 2-23/32" (234 x 133 x 68.5mm)Weight (Approx.): 1 lb 14 oz (848g) w/ batteries Product Description Sony ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio (Black) Large built-in speaker.Headphone Output(s) : 1,Power Requirements : AC 120V, 60Hz, or DC 6V.What's in the box: Sony ICF-38 Portable AM/FM Radio, 90-Days Labor & 1-Year Parts Limited Warranty

Review: Perfect Camp Radio - Recently the little radio we have used for years at our remote Alaskan camp gave up the ghost. No big surprise I suppose as it was a very cheap unit in every respect. It had gizmos 'til it didn't end but it was the AM radio we kept it for. And it ran forever on the 3 C cells it required. Generally we changed them once a year. I liked that aspect a lot: batteries which lasted and lasted. So, finding another AM radio to replace it was a tall order. I have used the smaller "transister sized" Sonys for many years and have used them not only in camp, but also dropped them from airplanes, when needed, to weather-stranded travelers. I know the name has meant a decent product when it comes to radios. But I wanted a somewhat better radio for our cabin base camp, so I decided to give the Sony ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio a try. I couldn't be happier. This radio is better in quality- significantly- than the old unit we had. The reception is excellent and clear. The tuner is very accommodating, something I appreciate since the three stations we can get here are 40-125 miles away. Each station comes in loud and clear and the position of the radio, unlike the old one, is not critical (although you can make some fine, if unnecessary, tuning adjustments by turning the radio if you like.) We use a small electric generator, but the battery power is what we depend on for the radio since our electrical uses vary quite a bit. Additionally, we also like to "secure" our fish rack (from the bears) by installing a bucket-protected radio when we are away for a time to resupply. So the battery source feature is important to us. One of the first things I wanted to know was whether the AA battery life in this radio would match the battery life we were accustomed to with the C-cell radio. To test this, I left the radio on when we left camp for a week. I tuned the radio just so the red LED tuning indicator went off. (The reception was still nearly the same.) When we returned 6 1/2 days later, I wasn't even thinking about the radio until I approached the cabin and was greeted by voices inside. What a pleasant welcome. The original set of batteries now have approximately 10 24-hour days of use on them with this radio. Obviously, I don't yet know if they'll go a year with intermittent use, but that's not critical. I am satisfied that the radio works as well as it does, and does so without eating batteries. KNOM, KICY, and KNSA can be assured that they have ready ears thanks to a good radio at a reasonable price.
Review: A simple little radio with very good performance - I want to start by saying I'm not really a radio person but I'll throw in my "2 cents" anyway. As a matter of fact the only reason I purchased the radio was so I could listen to it at night, 102.7 Fresh FM (I'm in New York City), has some rather relaxing songs and is my current favorite radio station. I bought this radio to replace an extremely cheap clock radio which I bought a couple of years back just to have something to listen to at a security post. The clock radio had very poor sound and a not so great tuner to say the least. I wanted to replace it and at first I looked into buying another clock/radio,but the "clock part" really didn't interest me because I just want to listen to the radio and having that bright red light in my face from the "clock part" wasn't exactly what I wanted. Any way so I came across this little radio,it was affordable and it's nothing fancy,it's simply a nice little radio,I mean more can you ask for right? I think it functions above average in my opinion,first of all it's made by Sony and Sony has a well known and very good reputation when it comes to making good radios,stereos etc. The sound is really what will blow you away,you may be thinking to yourself how could such a big sound come out of something so small. I was totally AMAZED at just how LOUD this thing can get. I mean you just have to hear it for yourself. Now for me sound is not too much of an issue but it may be for you,but unless you're very far away from the radio,you won't have a problem in the sound department. The sound on this radio is very good to say the least,at least in my opinion. The tuner is very good as well it actually says "Tune" in the upper right hand corner and it has a red light that goes on when you have the station tuned pretty much just right,likewise the light will get dull or just go out all together when you have static,so you really have to just turn the knob until you get it just right. I get 102.7 Fresh FM just fine now and I didn't even have to raise the antenna. Like I said I'm not really a radio person so I don't know how well the other stations will come in,but I'm sure they should be just fine. Also it's FM/AM so if Am is your thing then you have that as well. The radio comes with a power cord and it can used as a portable radio as well,it takes 4 double A batteries. I really don't have any complaints,I mean I just got it and opened it up barely 2 hours ago so if something goes wrong maybe I'll update this review if that's possible. I was going to give it 4 1/2 stars because the numbers that represent the radio stations that are printed on the radio seem to be maybe slightly off,again I'm not a radio person so I'm not exacty sure how this is supposed to work. As I said, I have it tuned to 102.7 fresh FM but the dial is pointing to about 104. I actually had to check on the internet and find the station there first and then tune the radio to it,just an idea I had which worked very well. I mean that's kind of nitpicking to me,but it may become an issue if you listen to multiple stations,you may have a hard time going back and forth because the numbers are a bit misleading,or so it seems. Overall though I'm very pleased so far,I just want to say one more thing and that is, this is just a simple radio. There is nothing fancy here,you won't find any tape or CD or anything like that,no way to program any stations into the radio or any other "extras". The only thing you're getting here is a radio with a band to change from FM to AM and 2 dials,one for the tuner and one for the volume and that's pretty much it. I'm saying all of this because I want people to know what they are getting before they make the purchase. Thanks for reading and I hope you have a great day.

## Features

- AM/FM portable radio
- Tone control switch
- Large built-in speaker/Earphone jack
- Battery Type: "AA" x 4 batteries (optional)
- LED tuning indicator

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0016OEV7C |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #146,447 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #256 in Portable Headset Radios |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | 90-Days Labor & 1-Year Parts Limited Warranty, Sony Icf-38 Portable Am/Fm Radio |
| Color | BLACK |
| Compatible Devices | Earphone |
| Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 4,016 Reviews |
| Display Type | LED |
| Enclosure Material | Metal, Plastic |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242733596 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10.2"L x 5.6"W x 3.5"H |
| Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Model Number | MAIN-41484 |
| Number of Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 10.2"L x 5.6"W x 3.5"H |
| Radio Bands Supported | 2-Band |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Style Name | Classic |
| Tuner Technology | AM , FM |
| Tuner Type | AM, FM |
| UPC | 014444951163 747465394762 971490345035 132018192832 601000795998 521375605190 115971575867 182682329201 045945661596 021112208948 132018222218 014445561439 163121374648 211131823967 758149660103 803983132306 523161287160 999993708454 132017981598 079854928563 999992537116 611101629788 132017547817 027242733596 001910659678 172302626810 777782594354 163120669585 168141285974 754262047630 7777862033… |
| Voltage | 6 Volts |
| Warranty Description | 2 year coverage for labor, 2 year coverage for parts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Color:** BLACK
- **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary
- **Included Components:** 90-Days Labor & 1-Year Parts Limited Warranty, Sony Icf-38 Portable Am/Fm Radio
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Product Dimensions:** 10.2"L x 5.6"W x 3.5"H
- **Radio Bands Supported:** 2-Band
- **Special Feature:** Portable
- **Style:** Classic
- **Tuner Technology:** AM, FM

## Images

![ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/9174dJ9ki5L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with the AC plug?  I ordered one and sent it to my aunt and she's not sure if there was a AC plug with it.  Thanks**
A: The AC plug comes hard wired into the radio and stored in hidden compartment.  If using AC the manual says to REMOVE the batteries.

**Q: Size ?**
A: You can look it up on the Sony web site, but it's actually the size of a small table radio.  Small enough to be portable, but large enough to sound pretty good.

**Q: can earphone jack be used for accessory speaker?**
A: Hi Amazon Customer,Yes you can. Thanks,>Joffrey

**Q: does it have a headphone jack?**
A: yes, the headphone jack is located under the volume knob.  it only provides mono sound (one ear), but it works fine if you don't need stereo.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Camp Radio
*by M***N on September 7, 2010*

Recently the little radio we have used for years at our remote Alaskan camp gave up the ghost. No big surprise I suppose as it was a very cheap unit in every respect. It had gizmos 'til it didn't end but it was the AM radio we kept it for. And it ran forever on the 3 C cells it required. Generally we changed them once a year. I liked that aspect a lot: batteries which lasted and lasted. So, finding another AM radio to replace it was a tall order. I have used the smaller "transister sized" Sonys for many years and have used them not only in camp, but also dropped them from airplanes, when needed, to weather-stranded travelers. I know the name has meant a decent product when it comes to radios. But I wanted a somewhat better radio for our cabin base camp, so I decided to give the Sony ICF38 Portable AM/FM Radio a try. I couldn't be happier. This radio is better in quality- significantly- than the old unit we had. The reception is excellent and clear. The tuner is very accommodating, something I appreciate since the three stations we can get here are 40-125 miles away. Each station comes in loud and clear and the position of the radio, unlike the old one, is not critical (although you can make some fine, if unnecessary, tuning adjustments by turning the radio if you like.) We use a small electric generator, but the battery power is what we depend on for the radio since our electrical uses vary quite a bit. Additionally, we also like to "secure" our fish rack (from the bears) by installing a bucket-protected radio when we are away for a time to resupply. So the battery source feature is important to us. One of the first things I wanted to know was whether the AA battery life in this radio would match the battery life we were accustomed to with the C-cell radio. To test this, I left the radio on when we left camp for a week. I tuned the radio just so the red LED tuning indicator went off. (The reception was still nearly the same.) When we returned 6 1/2 days later, I wasn't even thinking about the radio until I approached the cabin and was greeted by voices inside. What a pleasant welcome. The original set of batteries now have approximately 10 24-hour days of use on them with this radio. Obviously, I don't yet know if they'll go a year with intermittent use, but that's not critical. I am satisfied that the radio works as well as it does, and does so without eating batteries. KNOM, KICY, and KNSA can be assured that they have ready ears thanks to a good radio at a reasonable price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A simple little radio with very good performance
*by R***. on August 16, 2014*

I want to start by saying I'm not really a radio person but I'll throw in my "2 cents" anyway. As a matter of fact the only reason I purchased the radio was so I could listen to it at night, 102.7 Fresh FM (I'm in New York City), has some rather relaxing songs and is my current favorite radio station. I bought this radio to replace an extremely cheap clock radio which I bought a couple of years back just to have something to listen to at a security post. The clock radio had very poor sound and a not so great tuner to say the least. I wanted to replace it and at first I looked into buying another clock/radio,but the "clock part" really didn't interest me because I just want to listen to the radio and having that bright red light in my face from the "clock part" wasn't exactly what I wanted. Any way so I came across this little radio,it was affordable and it's nothing fancy,it's simply a nice little radio,I mean more can you ask for right? I think it functions above average in my opinion,first of all it's made by Sony and Sony has a well known and very good reputation when it comes to making good radios,stereos etc. The sound is really what will blow you away,you may be thinking to yourself how could such a big sound come out of something so small. I was totally AMAZED at just how LOUD this thing can get. I mean you just have to hear it for yourself. Now for me sound is not too much of an issue but it may be for you,but unless you're very far away from the radio,you won't have a problem in the sound department. The sound on this radio is very good to say the least,at least in my opinion. The tuner is very good as well it actually says "Tune" in the upper right hand corner and it has a red light that goes on when you have the station tuned pretty much just right,likewise the light will get dull or just go out all together when you have static,so you really have to just turn the knob until you get it just right. I get 102.7 Fresh FM just fine now and I didn't even have to raise the antenna. Like I said I'm not really a radio person so I don't know how well the other stations will come in,but I'm sure they should be just fine. Also it's FM/AM so if Am is your thing then you have that as well. The radio comes with a power cord and it can used as a portable radio as well,it takes 4 double A batteries. I really don't have any complaints,I mean I just got it and opened it up barely 2 hours ago so if something goes wrong maybe I'll update this review if that's possible. I was going to give it 4 1/2 stars because the numbers that represent the radio stations that are printed on the radio seem to be maybe slightly off,again I'm not a radio person so I'm not exacty sure how this is supposed to work. As I said, I have it tuned to 102.7 fresh FM but the dial is pointing to about 104. I actually had to check on the internet and find the station there first and then tune the radio to it,just an idea I had which worked very well. I mean that's kind of nitpicking to me,but it may become an issue if you listen to multiple stations,you may have a hard time going back and forth because the numbers are a bit misleading,or so it seems. Overall though I'm very pleased so far,I just want to say one more thing and that is, this is just a simple radio. There is nothing fancy here,you won't find any tape or CD or anything like that,no way to program any stations into the radio or any other "extras". The only thing you're getting here is a radio with a band to change from FM to AM and 2 dials,one for the tuner and one for the volume and that's pretty much it. I'm saying all of this because I want people to know what they are getting before they make the purchase. Thanks for reading and I hope you have a great day.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good radio with touchy volume control
*by S***. on September 24, 2015*

This is a solid, basic "old school" radio, which is exactly what I was looking for. The reception is great, sound quality is good, and the materials/construction seems to be good (it doesn't look/feel "cheap"). I do have one complaint, however, which may be an issue for some people (and it actually is a big deal for me). I use the radio in an office environment, so need to keep the volume very low (and I need to change it up/down regularly). This is SUPER touchy on this radio. In fact, I often have trouble actually dialing the volume down to a very low level. The volume knob goes from zero to barely audible to medium loud with, I would say, much less than a millimeter of travel. I have to be *very* careful, taking significant effort and care to only barely budge the volume up or down by a fraction of a millimeter. However, once I've gotten it to the volume I want, often literally just lifting my finger off the button will unintentionally move the volume to a level that I don't want...just from the friction of lifting my finger straight off the knob as carefully as I can. It really is that touchy. I don't recall ever trying to use the radio at a normal/higher volume, so do not know if the whole volume range is this sensitive. If you are not trying to play the volume low, then I suspect that you will be happy with this radio...everything else is great for me. 4/2016 update: I continue to like this radio's look and feel, reception, etc...but am continually frustrated by how much effort it takes to adjust the volume a small amount. Sometimes it literally takes me 10-15 seconds to actually successfully adjust the volume up or down. I literally touch the dial as LIGHTLY as I can with my finger, and then don't even move my finger, instead simply exerting the smallest pressure I can up or down. It *still* overshoots, even doing that. So, then I do the same thing, trying to exert pressure back in the other direction, and now it overshoots what I want again. Then, sometimes, when I get it the way I want it, just lifting my finger off the dial changes the volume. I've never had this kind of trouble with any other device, lest you think that I'm uncoordinated for some reason! We're talking about FRACTIONS OF MILLIMETERS of movement here.

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