Is Sangean ATS-909X2 a worth upgrade from the 909X portable receiver

[@raymondmartin6737]

I had the Sangean ATS-909, original years ago, and I agree 👍💯 with you. My first good, though analog, multi band portable receiver was the Panasonic RF -2200 around 1978.

[@YoungThos]

Although similar in design, I think the 909X is a nicer looking radio than the 909X2. As someone looking to get back into a childhood hobby, I'll be looking for a discounted 909X based on this review. The Tecsun 990x seems like a better radio overall, but it doesn't have RDS and doesn't have the same aesthetic appeal as far as I'm concerned.

[@wavezone2566]

I would like to add that the old sangean looks better and has a nicer screen, albeit a little smaller. And for some reason I like the sound on the old one more.

[@n8ibz1]

Yes I agree too, got caught up in the hype. I still think they should provide more updates to fix this thing, Ssb filters would be a start, gee wiz. Thanks again for a honest report

[@ChrisSpil]

What would in your opinion be a worthwhile 'upgrade' from the 909x? (around same price range or slightly more)

[@lonnieclemens8028]

You gave an honest review. Thank you for the common sense review.

[@Veso266]

Where did you get a service manual? Can you share that?

[@playerish]

If ats909x2 is at usd250, is it worth the money?

[@jungleman4921]

Both radios really lack audio in the SSB mod on the inbuilt telescopic antennas.Thats really the only mistake Sangean made compared with Tecsun and others.

[@mrjones6770]

x2 is way better on the whip...i have both and the x2 beats it hands down.

[@azamatkarasaev9933]

Is X2 lacking an RDS?

[@GardenBushcrafter]

I would rather get 2x separate 909X, than an X2.

[@morgando2]

If its your first you might as well get the X2

[@tomm7096]

I’d take it one step further. Both of these radios are the DX398 from the 1990s. With the exception of an air band and cabinet the circuit including the display is unchanged in 30 years. A good radio but a sad commentary on lack of innovation.

[@LarrysLeatherWork]

I have the sangean ats909x and when i use the plug that came with the radio I get lots of noise. Wondering if anyone else has this problem? I put batteries in and its quiet but if I dont take them out when done it drains them. thank you

[@radiowave75]

Buy a power supply for the 909x2 they added a filter to take care of that problem.

[@babisglykiotis2723]

Τhank you

[@davidsradioroom9678]

I agree with you.

[@johnlomasney]

I have this love it.

[@marrkparkes3775]

4 x x datas