Bosch Professional GPB 18V-2 SC DAB+ 18V Site Radio Review / Q&A

[@jmibo]

The seemingly never-ending streams of gentleman's relish emanating from his thrill drill soon had me coated like a plasterer's radio.

[@dgundo]

What the fuck is this sentence, speak English. I thought this country spawned the language, and so far nobody seems to speak it.

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

The signal drop is atmospheric condition between the antenna and receiver rarely a devise issue … new subscriber…

[@86Sando]

You can use the 12ah battery if you remove the back cover. If you squeeze the red tabs at the base of the latch it will release the back cover. Obviously the IP54 rating will be sacrificed though. 👍

[@KelsAquariums]

Can it play songs from the future? or just the past like conventional radios?

[@JohnStead-gj3jx]

Do you have to buy a separate charger for tge batteries?

[@horsemoney]

how long will it play with the battery only?

[@jonscutchings3298]

How do I get more dab channels as I have some on my car that I can't get on this radio.

[@kiers1970]

It's a great sounding radio. It suffers from a design issue. The dials protrude from the unit and are extremely fragile. It's NOT a site radio.these have got bust whilst in the back of the van. Also. Antenna connection far too flimsy. I've got or had every bosch site radio and this isn't tough enough. Also. The USB charger is useless. Very slow Had 3 of these from screwfix now.

[@dandyer8351]

Why did u buy 2 more if there not up to standard ?

[@kiers1970]

@@dandyer8351 free replacements derr.

[@SamDaviesBuilder]

Totally with you on this, the buttons break off so easily. Both mine are now broken and Bosch won’t repair it

[@JohnStead-gj3jx]

How do you know that the battery is taking charge from the mains?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

This radio does not charge the battery unfortunately, it is either 18v mains adapter or 18v battery

[@tomdyer8648]

What is the sound quality like compared to say, the Makita MR007 please ?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

I've not heard the Makita personally, but i am happy with the sound quality of the Bosch Radio

[@tomsie1000]

can it play tiesto?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

I can confirm it does, ┏( -_ -)┛┗(- _- )┓ \'o'/

[@Holdmuhbeer]

Does it charge batteries when plugged in?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

Hi, no this doesn't Charge the Battery whilst plugged in unfortunately.

[@eddienunez-nx2ck]

Do I need a battery for this or not

[@davesworkbenchuk]

You can use a battery or mains connected 240v (UK)

[@thedonfranz]

how was the sound quality?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

Sound quality is quite good, clear and some punchy bass, there is an EQ to setup how you wish

[@Mogsoni]

can you charge phones from it ?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

Yes you can, you just need to correct cable for your phone

[@saulpereyra5054]

can i play music from usb stick?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

You can't - Only from Aux (3.5mm Jack to Jack), Bluetooth or DAB+

[@KelsAquariums]

What is the length of the radio?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

348mm wide

[@KelsAquariums]

@@davesworkbenchuk does it play sony minidiscs?

[@jmibo]

@@KelsAquariums I have an extensive collection of tool-based erotica stored on sony minidiscs, I am also interested in this question.

[@Fatmacheto]

It has only one issue - it has terrible high frequencies!!!

[@shaungreen5109]

Will this fit inside and L-boxx?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

It does not fit into an L-Boxx 102 or 136 but does fit the 238 laid flat and will fit in a 374 stood on end, Hope this helps.

[@shaungreen5109]

@@davesworkbenchuk helps alot mate thanks, was there space in the 230 box for few other things also? Just trying to figure if this will fit with my setup. Cheers

[@davesworkbenchuk]

@@shaungreen5109 No problem, Yes a bit at the back and could possibly get something flat-ish on the bottom.

[@shaungreen5109]

@@davesworkbenchuk cheers mate, helped me alot this. Thank you

[@Clushify]

Does the Radio charge the battery or do i need a battery charger ?

[@davesworkbenchuk]

Unfortunately no it doesn't, however you can have both the Battery connected and the mains adapter without issues.