XHDATA D-219 * 10kHz Version * AM FM Shortwave Radio Review

[@todderbert]

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[@Ucfhm]

Sir, i've been watching your content for almost 3 weeks now, and well, i love radios and i'm glad i found your channel!! love it, keep up the good work

[@NTPTM]

Hej welcome you have come to the right place Todderbert has a great channel for us radio lovers take care and have a lovely day.

[@Ucfhm]

@@NTPTM thank you, i'm really glad to find people who have same interest and hobby, all the people around me think i'm weird because i love radios so it really means a lot to me, have a good one sir..

[@manishbhoola]

Happy with my 9KHz steps here in India as my local MW is 558 KHz. Very happy hobbyist SWL since the 1990s. Miss those awesome shortwave mags from back then. KZbin channels like yours makes up for those mags ! Thanks for the excellent content and reviews.❤

[@Dr.kuldeepyadav777]

Dear Sir Lots Love 4 You. I am Totally Confused in Tecsun R-9012 & Tecsun Dr-920c. Plz Suggest Which I Preferd in Analoge... I Preferred for AM Or MW.

[@RJDA.Dakota]

I’m happy to see that XHData has made the 219 for the North American market. I may now actually consider buying it.

[@tvradio1972]

It's great to see that this radio finally comes in 10 KHz steps. I might consider buying one.

[@radellaf]

If they come out with a silver 10kHz, I might consider getting my 4th! I thought I'd like a darker color better, almost always do, but not for this one.

[@FrancisLitanofficialJAPINOY]

Design for Japan, Philippines and Australia. 10khz version can also be used in South America (they used 10 kHz steps on AM)

[@franklynrodriguez5867]

I was about to get the 220 but I checked out this video before I did. Thankfully I did, This is an awesome radio! For 10 bucks it’s a steal. An easy toss in my EDC bag.

[@fixme.96]

when our Internet is down, i open FM radio on my phone. and it brings back memories when i was a kid turning the knob on our Sony radio. i don't remember the model but it is huge with cassette player. now i want one of these pocket radio

[@jlichi1510]

EXACTLY what I needed! Thanks Todd. Been waiting on buying a 219 just for a 10k version.

[@Steven-re7xt]

Well i have used mine for a time. I went to army signal school.(1971) And dreamed of such radio. We did have phase lock. That was very expensive. And consumed a lot of power. Now to see performers this small is a dream come true. I have added a out board VFO and FM-2 accepts a conveter for mill/ham monitoring. This is heaven. Once agn thanks for putting me on this rig odn-1

[@marlinus64]

I received my radio yesterday and took it outside last night for a trial run. I was very pleased! It did very well on AM/FM and shortwave using only the whip antenna. The sound is nice for a radio this size and also sounds good with headphones. It tunes smoothly and I am a big fan so far. My only concern was that the antenna was loose. I found that the mounting screw was loose and possible stripped out. A drop of of locktite solved the problem and it is rock solid now. I used a coupon and some amazon points to get this radio for $2.10 delivered. It is a delight to have a radio perform this well for such a low price. I give this radio a solid recommend so far. Thanks Todderbert for the review!

[@marlinus64]

Sorry I meant to say there was NO noticable loss of performance once I completed the repair.

[@danielpetre3574]

hello, today I received the wonderful XHDATA-219 that I ordered from amazon. The radio is wonderful, it sounds good and I clearly managed to catch many radio stations, which made me feel very happy. A little stronger bass would have been better, it's a great radio. Thanks for the wonderful presentations you make. Have a wonderful day.

[@todderbert]

Not a bad radio for under $10 :)

[@toobalicious]

Thanks so much for this review. I used your link and, with a 5% coupon they were showing, was able to get this radio on Amazon (in charcoal) for $9.07 - including shipping, tax and 1-day delivery! I am completely amazed that I could get ANYTHING of value for less than $10 these days. I've got fresh AA's "at the ready" and look forward to seeing how well it works when it arrives tomorrow. Thanks again Todderbert!

[@JimTerry-rw9pv]

Did you get it yet if so how was it.

[@toobalicious]

@@JimTerry-rw9pv Amazon says it's out for delivery - arriving by 10PM today. Will update after I get it and have a chance to play with it - with stock antenna.

[@2300iaff]

Just received my radio 10k !!! My gosh I’m getting several more channels them any other radio of equal quality!!!!!!!!

[@rushtimemachine]

Cool wbz Boston! An hour north of me here in RI. Wpro is on 630 here, but it didn't reach you.. Interesting stuff.. This is my favorite of the small inexpensive radios. I have most of em... Well, not the 10khz version...yet. Now that I know its out, I am off to order me one! Another fine video sir!!! Thank you!!

[@bvrcavalera2786]

I'm in the UK and I'm picking up China with this during the night. Its a decent little radio.

[@marlinus64]

I used an amazon coupon and a few points to order this radio for $2.10 delivered. I can't wait to get it tomorrow!

[@peterbaugh51]

Looks like they've got AGC and Sync tuning on a little DSP chip for AM and shortwave use. About time! That radio is doing better than a SW with Sync and AGC, I bought 20 years ago at $500. Sometimes new technology really is better. Thanks for the video.

[@radellaf]

Just got my 10kHz step D-219 and tried it on 540 and 570. 540 is even on either 9 or 10, but 9 hits 567 or 576. While both are perfectly happy to lock on to 570, the volume on the new model is much louder on it. On 540, they're both pretty much the same volume. One swipe up on the dial gets you pretty loud for a quiet room on 540, whereas you have to turn the old one to 11 to get it that loud. That's with strong local signals. I'll guess that for weak ones, it might be difficult to get it to lock on a 10x station that's not close to a 9x frequency.

[@paulbainjr]

Just bought one today on Amazon for 8.98 great video thanks❤

[@danielpetre3574]

hello, today I ordered an XHDATA D-219 10kHz Version Radio following your presentation a few days ago, I ordered it from amazon, I'm from Romania, so I will receive the radio somewhere around the 24th - 27th of this month, I really liked the radio, so I it took very little time for me to decide to buy it. but still my soul radio is and will remain the Prunus R818 Mini FM Bluetooth Wood Radio which I saw in your wonderful presentation, I bought two and I think I will buy at least one more. Thank you for your wonderful presentations, I love the radio and your presentations always help me choose the perfect radio for me. I wish you a wonderful day.

[@todderbert]

I didn't know they had the 10kHz version on Amazon? They do sell the 9kHz there right now. WalMart, and Direct from their Website are the only two outlets I know about currently.

[@kf4usr]

I can confirm the grey version is 10 khz step on am. I got mine a couple of days ago. It sounds better and is louder on am stations. It has a coupon making it less than 10 bucks!

[@F4LDT-Alain]

A good buy for people living in the US for sure. A note about the D-219: I've been to a different spot for some SW listening yesterday evening, and also to watch the fireworks at the Tour Eiffel. So this time high grounds almost touching Paris. High grounds in an dense urban area means a lot of FM transmitters around. And this seems to really affect the D-219 that prove to be almost useless in this situation. It was obviously overloading like hell. Even the R-9012 and R-909 were picking up way more stations. My D-109 seemed rather immune too. I really like my D-219, but it's definitely not for place with saturated airwaves.

[@guitodd]

Mine is showing up today $10.99US. Looking forward to messing around with it this weekend at the Washington Coast.

[@ThatXrayGuy]

Thank you for another great review, Todd! I recently worked in DeKalb and was staying in St. Charles. I didn't know we were so close. We maybe could have had lunch together. Oh, well. I'm on my way to Eugene, Oregon now. Take care!

[@primitivex5221]

Great little radio .. I ended up buying 3 of them for Christmas gifts .

[@shawnpatrick1877]

Darn, I just bought the old version like 2 weeks ago! lol. I was pretty happy with the AM reception for my favorite local stations, but the volume is definitely lower. Oh well, I only paid like $10.

[@jeffduvall3244]

Me too. Bought the other in mid July.

[@NathanHassall]

Excellent discussion and review (your video made me pull the trigger on this) Also, thanks for mentioning the visual difference between older one and new one. Cheers!!

[@brinbest3505]

Thanks for this excellent review - and all your other informative radio content. I love your combination of expertise and enthusiasm. Warm greetings from Yorkshire, in the UK 😊

[@39elden]

Thanks for the good news, Todderbert🎉

[@WilliamParmley]

Just scored one for $8.78 at Amazon. I almost bought one during Prime Day but couldn't decide. When I looked today and it was $9.76 with an additional 10% off coupon I couldn't resist. (And next day shipping!)

[@luisvargas6153]

I think it is not possible to install a tuning indicator led on this model because it uses the Si4825 chip, which does not have the tuning indicator function unlike the Si4836.

[@eddiedowning2571]

Just ordered mine on Amazon

[@chuckermatinger3794]

Thanks!

[@todderbert]

The best supporter out there! You are the Best.

[@ditto1958]

For $8.79 on Amazon I could not resist this. I have an older Radio Shack AM/FM pocket radio that’s nice, but this XHData is a much better performer and is actually not much bigger. The D-219 is actually a pretty sensitive little receiver on FM, MW and even SW. For shortwave it’s a little frustrating figuring out what the signal is, but hey- it actually gets SW broadcasts using the whip antenna inside my house. Amazing value for less than $10.

[@todderbert]

I am happy with mine, and I own a few extras because of this. I carry mine everyday on my walks. I get some FM breakthrough on SW, but lowering the Antenna helps while outdoors.

[@Steven-re7xt]

Im set back... was happy with 9 khz model then the 10 khz is over welming. . And a good night time rig..tks for the tip om

[@45acpP90]

Great video. Thank you again for your thorough great videos.👌

[@michaelbogdanowicz5059]

Toddertbert class act videos 😊

[@kptsaab89]

Bought one out of curiosity can’t believe how good the reception is. Build quality is poor but man it works great!

[@todderbert]

Build quality on mine is excellent for a sub $10 radio.

[@kptsaab89]

@ I stand corrected considering the price you’re quite right

[@jeffreyhickman3871]

That looks like 👍 an interesting 🧐 little radio 📻. It’s both compact, and probably priced cheaply. I’m guessing somewhere around $25.00. It’s a real bonus with the carrying strap. I never 👎 know the speaker 🔊 diameter, from radio 📻 to radio 📻. Your friend, Jeff.

[@seikoskx]

Excellent radio

[@NTPTM]

Hej Todderbert nice that XHDATA D-219 has come out with 10kHz version for the us i have the 9kHz version but i live in Sweden as you now Todderbert. But i maybe buy the 10kHz version nice to have that if I travel but yes the XHDATA D-219 is a great low cost radio and i love mine. But i agree with you it would have been better if the headphone jack had been placed on the side of the radio i also prefer that and, a tuning light would have been nice. But apart from that the XHDATA D-219 is a lovely radio and I personally think it's worth every penny take care Todderbert and have a nice monday.

[@paulbainjr]

This radio today Prime Day is 7.81 buy a couple lol 😊

[@MM-sj7fs]

Just want to share, it looks like XHdata made some change on the 5V power port. Mine d219 10Khz US version 5V DC port is positive inside, negative outside. It's in reverse compared to the one in the video.

[@radellaf]

There was an (elenco?) kit review where you just had to change a resistor value to switch to 10k. I wonder if there’s the same thing, albeit surface mount, in this radio. Of course, the dial would be WAY off, as I imagine the 1710 and 10k are linked in the chip.

[@todderbert]

It was the Vigurtime Radio Kit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/housoJ6gm51qqrs . I'll bet it is the same on most DSP radios. There is even SW capability on most of these AM FM only radios as well. Like the DIY Kit above.

[@radellaf]

@@todderbertI looked at the photo of the 219 circuit board in hackaday, compared with the data sheet and dev kit for the 4825A and, yeah, it’s a resistor ladder. FM2 to AM needs to be 20k vs 30k, am to sw1 50k vs 40k (I think). It’s laid out a little strange with the resistor values not looking like you’d expect (010 - one ohm? really? not 10k?). But, clearly, the right swaps of 2 or 3 Rs would make a 9k a 10k, with the wrong front panel (there is no 10k that doesn’t go to 1710). If I wanted to bother, given the price of these, the easy way would be to open the 10k version and see what resistor values they changed, then copy that. Or, just buy another for $15…

[@clockworkbike]

Have a look at the power adapter socket polarity on both versions. For some reason the 9k has a negative center whereas the 10k has positive. Too strange to believe!

[@clockworkbike]

Correction The 10k I just bought has a positive center post. I see that yours is the same as the 9k. I don't know why mine is different.

[@andysrandomness]

I definitely want this instead of that big Clanky Tecsun I keep talking about $13 you can’t beat that price

[@_bob_8170]

3:18 came for Ironman stayed for the band scans.

[@jamesdavies686]

I just picked this up on Amazon, is it likely I got the 10kHz version?

[@todderbert]

If from Amazon USA then yes.

[@TurnFullCircle]

Just ordered here in the uk from amazon uk with voucher offer £7:98! incredible.....this will be a little baby brother for my xh 108 i use daily...curious what i will get for this ridiculous giveaway price ...cheers

[@thetechdog]

Perhaps you could take a look at the Philips TAR1506 portable radio? There don't seem to be a lot of videos covering it...

[@NathanHassall]

would you be able to point me to a suitable 5v dc adapter for this radio?

[@paulreid1711]

A great little radio, especially relative to the price.

[@Theradioguy1]

You must live around the Chi because you get WGN 720 am and WSCR AM

[@jimutley754]

What size is the 5V barrel plug needed for AC use?

[@3dhYT]

24:04 What is this extra antenna? Kaito T1 Shortwave Radio Antenna?

[@todderbert]

Using a simple wire that came with a Tecsun PL-380, but upstairs I use the Kaito T-1. I may film some SW band scans with this radio in the future using the T-1 wire.

[@male42nfree]

Todderbert: Could you please create a video comparing the 9K step/ 522 KHZ and the 10K step/ 520 KHZ versions of the the D-219? I would like to see how much a difference there is in the MW/AM reception between the two versions of this radio - or if XHDATA just changed the printed range on the radio and in the manual. Thank you for the consideration of this request and for making this video!

[@paul.steckler]

Is there a power cable included? Does the external power charge the batteries?

[@todderbert]

No Power Cable, it shouldn't charge the batteries.

[@StratmanII]

If the DC input socket is the round type, it's meant to directly power the radio without charging the AA (NiMH) batteries. Radios that are able to charge AA batteries internally are usually fitted with a mini or micro USB port. You can use externally charged NiMH AA batteries though but these batteries have a nominal voltage of 1.2 volts each. If this radio was designed to accept disposable 1.5v cells, its performance may suffer from the use of 1.2 volt rechargeable cells. *Addendum:* Most radios come with an external AC/DC power supply unit, but this is an additional cost to the manufacturer. It's common practice for a company like XHDATA to omit the external power supply to keep the radio's price as low as possible. In this case you'll have to provide the 5v AC/DC power supply yourself, keeping in mind of the D-901's input socket polarity.

[@michaelturner4457]

I'd thought they'd just make one version switchable for both 9 and 10 kHz

[@RJDA.Dakota]

You would think but the mechanical tuning spread probably wouldn’t work with an electronic switch like that.

[@watershed44]

@@RJDA.Dakota This unit is based on a DSP chip, so it's very easy to use a simple toggle switch to change between the two, and the dial spread is vague anyway, so not a problem. Odd to me they made this choice.

[@libertycabbagemusic]

Does this version have Stereo FM?

[@todderbert]

no. would be nice though.

[@ulsteredz]

Agreed. We now need a dual speaker edition! 🙂

[@FamtechVideos]

This XHDATA D219 I know us 10khz step on Medium Wave. Why don't they sell it to all over the Americas? Also, I think they must combine them, with a 9/10khz switch.

[@FrancisLitanofficialJAPINOY]

AM expanded band (10 kHz) version for Australia and the Philippines too.

[@jimberence]

Hello sir, which is better? The r-909 or d-219? Thanks in advance

[@Steven-re7xt]

Ps the converter comes of a old drum style uhf tv unit stripped from old sylvainia tv hi hi odn-1

[@tech29X]

D219 or Tecsun R909 ?

[@tech29X]

D-219 or Tecsun R909? Which one would you choose today?

[@todderbert]

D-219. I like the DSP tech. Does well on all the bands.

[@tech29X]

Todd, D219 or Tecsun R909?

[@josealeixes2861]

Muito top gostei eu comprei um rádio desse hoje no eBay por 15 libras estou feliz parabéns …

[@libertycabbagemusic]

Where in Chicagoland are you Todd?

[@todderbert]

NW Subs.

[@watershed44]

@@todderbert Are you near Buffalo Grove? I used to live there as a child many years ago, I really like it. Surrounding areas are Wheeling, Arlington Heights, and Mt Prospect..I used to call it modern day Mayberry!

[@todderbert]

@@watershed44 We have relatives that live near Buffalo Grove. I'm closer to Barrington.

[@watershed44]

@@todderbert Sorry to go a bit off topic but I will always love the general area of the far northwestern suburbs of Chicago, the people are super, (including yourself) down to Earth, friendly and helpful. Still miss it. I'm in the upstate of South Carolina now, my job brought me here, and let me tell you, it is a whole other world down here. Before SC I also lived in the far western burbs of Philadelphia, the area was very nice but the people don't come close to those you find in the Midwest. Thanks for the reply and all the work you do for us with the radio reviews! I love em. Oh I do have one other question. Have you ever tried one of the USDR USDX+ amateur HF tranceivers? They look really cool if you type that title into google search you'll see what I mean! They look really promising to me for a cheap HF transmit and receive unit for HF/shortwave use with SSB tx/rx too.

[@gerryb8879]

219 or Sony P26 for AM band?

[@todderbert]

I would prefer the P26, it tunes so smoothly with its pure analog radio circuit, and it has a lower noise floor.

[@Dr.kuldeepyadav777]

Sir Which one is Powerful Reception on "MW Band" Between Tecsun R-9012 & Tecsun Dr-920c & XH-DATA D-219.

[@todderbert]

I find the sensitivity of the analog R9012 to be good, though the D-219 may be the best overall receiver on MW, Day or Night.

[@Dr.kuldeepyadav777]

@@todderbert Dear Sir Lots Love 4 You. I am Totally Confused in Tecsun R-9012 & Tecsun Dr-920c. Plz Suggest Which I Preferd in Analoge... I Preferred for AM Or MW.

[@starikzangesu4728]

Xhdata 219 or degen 321 ?

[@todderbert]

321 if you want FM Stereo, I believe it has it. I own a Kaito 321 which I think is similar.

[@DEATHVIPER1777]

If I bought one now on Amazon would it be this newest version?

[@todderbert]

Yes, it will be 10kHz USA version. The silver one now shows that its 10kHz as well. If you want to be sure, order the darker grey colored one.

[@alfianefendi5976]

Hi todderbert, Xhdata d219 or retekess v117 for fm?

[@todderbert]

219

[@libertycabbagemusic]

What is the main difference between this and the previous version besides the MW range?

[@todderbert]

The Box it comes in is smaller....everything seems about the same...FM was slightly better on the 10kHz version, but that could be due to good conditions.

[@Steven-re7xt]

9/10 khz still a good rig for what's paid . That chip could see up scale service. Tell them thanks for a wonder full radio. Odn-1

[@libertycabbagemusic]

Does this have a rechargeable battery?

[@todderbert]

No, but it will run on AA NiMH rechargeables.

[@roncaruso931]

Is this a single chip radio?

[@todderbert]

yes, dsp.

[@MilFalcon]

This or Rysamton?

[@todderbert]

I prefer this one.

[@haneyoakie14]

This was 9.78 less 10%. Can’t beat that.

[@todderbert]

I've seen it around $8.40 for the Silver model. Excellent deal. Been carrying one every day this Summer on my walks.

[@haneyoakie14]

@@todderbert my gray one arrives tomorrow. I bought it at your recommendation. 9.31 including tax. Less than the cost of a Big Mac meal.

[@todderbert]

@@haneyoakie14 A solid little radio. My Mom uses her daily, and an Aunt in her 80s loves it.

[@robprupe]

Is this radio DSP?

[@todderbert]

Yes.

[@hobbyrob313]

Hello, good video BUT, it could be better! if you skip bands would you please not skip a band? (I'm interested in the lower WFM band!) Healthy and Friendly Greetings from the Netherlands! Rob

[@todderbert]

Nothing to hear on the Lower FM band here in the States.

[@MarthaNapolesPlans-pz3ou]

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[@klausmorgan5484]

Will this 10k verion work in india Sir..?? Should i buy it..?? I still cant understand the 9k 10k step difference and its impact..😂😊

[@todderbert]

I think your MW stations are 9kHz stepped. This is actually a digital radio with an analog dial. So you are actually "tuning" a digital chip. That is why you need the proper stepping to make sure it lands squarely on the frequency you are trying to tune in.

[@klausmorgan5484]

@@todderbert Sir does that mean 10k step is a waste for India..??

[@todderbert]

@@klausmorgan5484 Yes, you can order the 9kHz version direct from XHDATA: xhdata.com.cn/products/xhdata-d-219-radio?variant=44099708649790

[@klausmorgan5484]

@@todderbert Thankyou Sir.. 🙏🏻 I love your Channel.

[@niladrimukherjee2098]

Hi Toddy gotta tell you something. XHDATA guys must be colour blind. I have thre same radio and it is supposed to be "DILVER" coloured .I am from India and we follow British English and we write in British English it is COLOUR while in American English it is COLOR and my " coloured" is different than yours . Anyway XHDATA's silver colour is kinda bronze coloured and the radio you have featured here 8s called fret by XHDATA but in the eyes of the whole world is BLACK. The Chinese must be sering things in different colours than we all do. Chinese eyes 😂

[@rustynail6819]

This radio costs less than a Burger King Whopper meal. There is no reason why you should not buy the radio!

[@GennaCooper-n1c]

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[@fiendishthingy1630]

That tinny speaker is harsh on the ears... and everyone thinks it's great???!!!

[@dimitris-oh4ce]

Hallo my friend Todderbert.I wish you Marry Christmas.What radio is better for you.Tecsun R 909 ,or XHATA D 219 ?

[@todderbert]

I would pick the D-219.

[@stuartunderwood7432]

Just purchased one from XHDATA directly. Can't beat the price. Another one to add to my growing SWL portables. I really enjoy your informative reviews. Thank you. 73, de W8STU/KOH8HU/WA8113SWL.

[@MarthaNapolesPlans-pz3ou]

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