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product_id: 485707392
title: "Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black"
brand: "tecsun"
price: "₩970498"
currency: KRW
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Tecsun"
url: https://www.desertcart.kr/products/485707392-tecsun-pl990-digital-worldband-am-fm-shortwave-longwave-radio-single
store_origin: KR
region: South Korea
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# 5 bands + SSB coverage 3W Class AB amp speaker 2600mAh rechargeable battery Tecsun PL990 Digital Worldband AM/FM Shortwave Longwave Radio with Single Side Band Reception & MP3 Player, Matte Black

**Brand:** tecsun
**Price:** ₩970498
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## 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?** ₩970498 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kr](https://www.desertcart.kr/products/485707392-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

- • **User-Centric Design:** 3,150 station memories, alarm, sleep timer, keylock & external antenna input for ultimate control.
- • **Endless Entertainment:** Built-in MP3 player supports FLAC, WAV, APE, WMA & MP3 with included 16GB microSD card.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Sound:** Experience crisp, distortion-free audio with a premium 3W full-range speaker and Class AB amplifier.
- • **Global Frequency Mastery:** Seamlessly tune AM, FM, LW, SW & SSB bands for worldwide connectivity.
- • **Smart Power & Portability:** Rechargeable 2600mAh Li-ion battery with built-in charger keeps you powered on the go.

## Overview

The Tecsun PL990 is a cutting-edge digital worldband radio combining analog High-IF circuitry with triple conversion DSP technology for superior sensitivity and selectivity across AM, FM, LW, SW, and SSB bands. It features a premium 3W Class AB amplifier and full-range speaker delivering rich, distortion-free sound, alongside a versatile MP3 player compatible with multiple audio formats and a 16GB microSD card included. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it offers 3,150 station memories, alarm and sleep timer functions, and a rechargeable 2600mAh Li-ion battery with built-in charger, all housed in a sleek matte black portable design.

## Description

The Tecsun PL-990 is the latest top of the line Tecsun shortwave radio receiver that equipped with an analog High-IF circuit and DSP triple conversion decoding technology. This radio receiver has great performance in sensitivity, selectivity and combating interference of mirror stations (image rejection). The Tecsun PL-990 has further developed the performance of the Class AB Amplifier circuit and the ultra-dynamic full range speaker, making listening to radio stations and the newly added audio playback feature from a microSD card(not included) even more enjoyable. Specifications: Frequency Range: FM: 64-108 MHz SW: 1711-29999 KHz AM: 520-1710 KHz LW: 100-519 KHz -Sensitivity FM  65 dB AM / LW > 40 dB SW > 40 dB -S/N Ratio: FM> 65dB AM/LW > 40dB SW > 45dB -Output Power > 450 mW -Speaker: Diameter 40mm / Impedance 4 Ohm / Power 3W -Earphone Jack: Diameter 3.5mm -Power supply: -Rechargeable battery: Li-ion 3.7V -External adaptor: USB jack, DC 5V, Current >300mA -Dimensions: approx. 7 ½ (W) X 4 ½ (H) X 1 ¼ (D) -Weight: 1 lb 3 oz(battery not included) Accessories: 18650 rechargeable battery External shortwave antenna Stereo earphones Carrying pouch User manual USB adapter

Review: 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: Es un excelente receptor, se siente de buena calidad, pesa lo suficiente y tiene buen sonido. La recepción en onda corta también es muy buena con su antena telescópica que mide unos 97 centímetros, su último tramo es muy delgado por Loque se debe ser cuidadoso. Funciona bien el Bluetooth para escuchar música desde tu teléfono y tiene buena duración de la batería. Sólo hay un detalle en la perilla de sintonía, se endurece pero sólo un poco en algún punto al girarla, pero poca cosa. Por lo demás un radio fantástico para la escucha de onda corta. Para FM es muy bueno porque tiene un sonido equilibrado, si tuviese RDS sería mejor, pero no es imprescindible, toda la vida escuché radio sin necesidad de ello.

## Features

- 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
- Powered by one single 3.7V / 2,600 mAh 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery with built-in charger, battery included

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08KL77Q4H |
| Best Sellers Rank | #60,421 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #4 in Shortwave Receivers |
| Item model number | PL990 |
| Manufacturer | Tecsun |
| Product Dimensions | 19.8 x 12 x 3.8 cm; 18 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Tecsun
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** Wireless
- **Product dimensions:** 19.8L x 12W x 3.8H centimeters
- **Special features:** Rechargeable

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***T on 26 January 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by E***K on 7 January 2026*

Es un excelente receptor, se siente de buena calidad, pesa lo suficiente y tiene buen sonido. La recepción en onda corta también es muy buena con su antena telescópica que mide unos 97 centímetros, su último tramo es muy delgado por Loque se debe ser cuidadoso. Funciona bien el Bluetooth para escuchar música desde tu teléfono y tiene buena duración de la batería. Sólo hay un detalle en la perilla de sintonía, se endurece pero sólo un poco en algún punto al girarla, pero poca cosa. Por lo demás un radio fantástico para la escucha de onda corta. Para FM es muy bueno porque tiene un sonido equilibrado, si tuviese RDS sería mejor, pero no es imprescindible, toda la vida escuché radio sin necesidad de ello.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by E***H on 4 January 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: 2026-03-03*