[Update: Please note that this survey has been closed, but the audio samples–labeled Radio A and Radio B–will remain to allow others the opportunity to make an evaluation prior to reading the PL-680 review.] [Update 2: The PL-680 review and readers’ survey results have now been posted! Check it out here.] I’ve been spending a […]
When I got home, after a very long day, I found that FedEx delivered the Tecsun PL-680 I ordered from Anon-Co. I haven’t even had a moment to listen to the PL-680 yet, but I hope to make time tomorrow. I’m happy to see that the PL-680 has hassle-free, well-designed packaging: a simple cardboard insert inside […]
SWLing Post reader, Steve, writes: Anna [at Anon-Co] has the PL-680 in stock according to a email I received from her this morning. Readers who are interested in ordering the radio should be aware of the Chinese New Year and the potential for delays. Thanks, Steve. I received a similar email from Anna. They have […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post reader, Steve, who writes: Anna from Anon-co (eBay seller) sent me this little tidbit of info on the PL-680 […] I thought I would pass it along given your interest. At least we know it is a real product and could be available as early as next month. [From Anna:] “The […]
SWLing Post reader, Antonio, writes: “It seems that a new radio is on the horizon. Nevada Radio, in the U.K., has announced the new Tecsun PL-680.” Thanks, Antonio–admittedly, I was completely unaware of this upcoming model. Based on the photo (above) via Nevada Radio, the PL-680 looks very much like the PL-600. Unlike the PL-600, the […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Alex, who writes: Thomas, I am Alex and a reader of SWLing for quite a while, particularly in terms of reviews and tests, very helpful and I appreciate your work. As a listener myself enjoying my Tecsun PL-680 among others, I have also created a website that looks like […]
I was recently searching for my review of the Tecsun H-501x on the SWLing Post to send to a reader when I realized I had not yet published it here! Let’s fix that… The following review of the Tecsun H-501x was originally published in the November 2021 issue of The Spectrum Monitor magazine. Enjoy: A […]