Awesome Radios

Most of us stay connected via the Internet, but a radio can come in handy when you’re in a remote location or in an emergency. Etón’s fancy Elite Executive Radio receives all kinds of broadcasts in AM(MW), FM with RDS, LW, Shortwave (SW), VHF aircraft band, and Single Sideband (SSB). It has a bright orange LCD screen and runs on AC power or 4 AAA batteries.

This cool retro LEGO kit is based on the design of a 1970s portable AM/FM radio. The 906-piece kit has working power and tuning dials, a movable antenna, and a carrying handle. It includes a Sound Brick with fun vintage radio sounds, and you can place your smartphone behind its speaker grille to listen to your own tunes. Drops 6.1.2024.

This substantial bit of kit from radio maker Eton can tune in radio broadcasts on just about every wavelength. It can receive signals in AM, FM, LW, SW, SSB, and VHF aircraft bands, and has a built-in 360º rotating AM antenna to help pull in the most distant signals. Its digital tuner can store up to 100 channels per band.

Muzen’s tabletop sound system has the look of a vintage Bakelite radio out of the 1940s but has modern technology inside. In addition to its AM/FM radio, it works as a Bluetooth speaker and has an auxiliary input for other sound sources. It cranks out 20 watts of power for room-filling sound. Gotta love that old-school tuning dial.

We’ve seen several cool Nixie tube clocks, but this is the first radio we’ve seen that incorporates the vintage numeric displays. Sold in kit form, the radio packs four IN-17 Nixie tubes, an AM/FM tuner, an alarm clock, and a rechargeable battery. It also has Bluetooth/Aux inputs and an SD slot for MP3s. Starts shipping 12.2021.

Keep your ski pals connected with this intercom system that clips onto helmets for 8 hours of talk time. Cardo Packtalk Ski’s integrated boom mic allows skiers and snowboarders to chat, take phone calls, or stream music while shushing downhill, reconnecting group members who temporarily veer out of the 1km range.

Product designer and engineer Jude Pullen created this internet-connected globe that doubles as an international radio tuner. By rotating it to a location beneath its pointer, you can listen to streaming audio from over 2,000 stations around the world. Find the build guide on Instructables and read more on DesignSpark.

This gadget combines an AM/FM/weather radio, a 130-lumen flashlight, and a 2600 mAh battery for charging mobile devices. Its radio and flashlight can be recharged via handcrank or solar energy. It also has an ultrasonic whistle for alerting search and rescue teams.

A big honkin’ waterproof speaker. Perfect for tailgating or job sites, with up 100w of power, Bluetooth, AM/FM, and analog audio sources. Its battery can deliver 75 hours of sound per charge and can juice up gadgets. A telescoping handle and wheels make for easy transport.

Electronics maker Eton teamed up with the American Red Cross to create radios designed to work in any situation. The FRX3 can be charged up with its hand crank or solar power, plays AM/FM and NOAA weather bands, and doubles as a flashlight and smartphone charger.

The SuperSystem streams Internet radio stations and podcasts, plus the music in your PC. It also plays via Bluetooth, USB and 3.5mm input and is compatible with the UNDOK multi-system control app. It has two 40W 3.5″ drivers and a 40W subwoofer.

One lucky reader will win this awesome tabletop music system worth $300 from Ruark Audio USA. Made from walnut wood, it packs big sound in a small package, and plays tunes from FM Radio, Bluetooth or line inputs. (Ends 8/27/15).

Connects to over 16,000 radio stations via Wi-Fi. It also has 3.5mm, RCA, and aux inputs, plus DLNA, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect. It’s made of walnut, aluminum and steel and has an OLED display and a 15W amplifier.

Hey cool cats, fire up your Elvis, Ray Charles and other 50s tunes in this sweet retro iPod dock by Crosley Radio. It also has an AM/FM radio function and an auxiliary input jack. $50 off at Fab til 2/6.

The Titan alarm clock and AM/FM radio finds beauty in simplicity. The dimmable LED display for the time and the frequency sits behind the speaker grille. Available in different colors and materials.

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