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DEWALT DWST1-75663 Tough System DAB/Bluetooth Jobsite Radio XR Battery Charger, 18 V, Yellow/Black

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The final verdict is a bit of a mixed bag for the DeWalt TSTAK radio. On the one hand, it has very good sound quality with a refined design and control system.On the other, the sound quality really suffers at higher volumes and the app can use some work. Overall, I think it has more Pros than Cons, especially if you understand its limitations. On the other hand, the sound quality starts to suffer as the volume increases. The loudest third of the volume range really loses the richness of the sound at lower volumes as the mids and highs struggle to be heard against lows that seem almost out of control. DeWalt TStak Radio Price While I seem to get slightly better sound from the DeWalt ToughSystem radio, overall, the sound quality is still very good. How Much Volume Do You Get? DAB+/FM tuner with digital processor delivers incredible reception, signal clarity and sound quality. I’m never happy when tool companies provide a tool with a power cord that is slightly better than a phone charger cord. Dewalt knows better and needs to either put a pig tail cord or a recessed plug and let us attach an extension cord to it.

Although the obvious method of playing this radio is through Milwaukee M18 batteries, it can actually charge those batteries when plugged into an AC outlet. Runtime is up to 12 hours and the radio has the ability to charge your mobile devices when plugged into the wall. We’d like to see faster, better battery charge and USB output charging, hell maybe even add an outlet plug or two. The device is IP64 rated for dust and shower protection so you can be confident of it lasting for a long time even in relatively bad conditions. A foldable handle makes it easy to carry the speaker every time you need to shift locations and in fact, it weighs a mere 2.8kg with the battery included. Makita has also included elastomer bumpers to protect the device against any rough handling.The small flaws can be overlooked for such a wonderful product. If you need variety, robust service and performance, this is the one for you. These multiple power options will allow the radio to be usable in different occasional settings. The interface is also easy to control and work around without difficulty with or without wearing work gloves. One other thing we do really like about the Bosch Professional is its size. It’s not to big so that is hard to transport and carry but it is still large enough to produce enough power to be used in noisy situations where small radios just don’t make the cut. There are a few downsides to this product such as the inability to save pre-searched stations. This can be aggravating since you never get to save any favourite channels. If you want a specific channel you start tuning from the beginning until you find it. It does not support Bluetooth connectivity. The radio charger is IP54 Rated for water and dust resistance. All of the compartments have rubber seals and clip securely closed. Radio Reception

Utilises 10.8V, 18V XR and 14.4V Li-Ion batteries which enables you to use your current DeWalt batteries for other tools. (not included). As I mentioned above the top storage compartment is awkward to open/close, but I liked the cord storage capability.

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Sound quality is excellent - this radio consists of a class D amplifier and a digital sound processor which offers a distortion free, high power and high efficiency sound. There are also 2x subwoofer drivers and it features a bandwidth of 30Hz - 18KHz. This product carries a full 3 year manufacturers warranty covering both faulty materials and faulty workmanship, it does not cover general wear and tear or damage, batteries, blades, bulbs and other consumables. In the unlikely event of a fault the item returned is subject to fair wear & tear and must not have been used beyond the scope of it's design. Please note that cordless products will normally have a shorter warranty of just 1 Year for the battery and or charger supplied. USB connection for charging mobile phones and Auxiliary connections so you can play your favourite music from MP3, iPhones and smartphones.

Weather protection– If your intention is to work outdoors, you need to look for a radio that can be able to withstand the weather conditions. Most manufacturers provide information on the level of weather resistance. Waterproofing is especially important as moisture tends to ruin electrical equipment if exposed for long periods. All of DeWalt’s most recent batteries can power the TSTAK radio—12V max, 20V max, and even FlexVolt. You’re also welcome to use AC power with the included cord to run the radio and charge whatever battery you have in it. The charging rate is 1.5A, the same as DeWalt’s basic 12V max/20V max charger. Water-resistant – can withstand up to 5 minutes of exposure to rain giving you plenty of time to get it undercover should the heavens open. The power options provide you with flexibility when deciding to work indoors or outdoors when mains power may not be accessible. Our recommendationIf you are looking for extra features like Bluetooth connectivity, you might want to find another model. Otherwise, this can be a valuable addition to your working life and overall is a brilliant affordable radio, we really like the added compartment which you can place your phone or mp3 player inandthe USB port is handy for charging your mobile phone. Also in this compartment is a 3.5mm Aux. Input, and a 5V/1A USB charger. I will note that this USP port is underpowered and slow for many iPhones. Androids will be fine. Durability We found the radio reception excellent, except when in my basement shop. One thing I did not like is that you cant use the pre-set numbers to punch in your radio station. You either have to use the manual dial knob or auto-scan. Dewalt Tough System Radio and Charger DWST08810 Features One of the really cool features is that it automatically flips the screen when you stand the radio up. Whether you set it flat or tall, you don’t have to perform any gymnastics to read it. DeWalt TSTAK Bluetooth Radio Sound Quality

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