SangeanWR-16SE AM/FM/Bluetooth/Aux-in/USB Phone Charging 45th Anniversary Special Edition Wooden Cabinet Radio (Dark Walnut with Rose Gold)
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SangeanWR-16SE AM/FM/Bluetooth/Aux-in/USB Phone Charging 45th Anniversary Special Edition Wooden Cabinet Radio (Dark Walnut with Rose Gold)

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Details

  • Brand
    Sangean
  • Color
    Dark Walnut
  • Special Feature
    Built-In AM
  • Connectivity Technology
    Bluetooth USB
  • Product Dimensions
    9.4"L x 6.75"W
  • Tuner Technology
    FM AM
📱Bluetooth 4.1
📻AM/FM Radio
🔊10W Speaker

Description

🎶 Tune into Elegance!

  • TIMELESS DESIGN - Elevate your space with a stunning wooden cabinet.
  • ANNIVERSARY EDITION - Celebrate 45 years of quality sound and craftsmanship.
  • RICH SOUND EXPERIENCE - Enjoy deep bass and clear audio with a powerful 10W speaker.
  • SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY - Stream your favorite tunes effortlessly via Bluetooth.
  • VERSATILE AUDIO OPTIONS - Connect any device with auxiliary input or USB charging.

The Sangean WR-16SE is a premium AM/FM radio that combines classic design with modern technology. Featuring Bluetooth 4.1 for wireless streaming, a powerful 10W speaker for rich sound, and a stylish wooden cabinet, this special edition radio is perfect for any music lover looking to enhance their audio experience.

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Specifications

Enclosure MaterialWood
ColorRose Gold/Dark Walnut
Style NameWR-16SE
Item Weight454 Grams
Item Dimensions L x W x H9.4"L x 6.75"W x 4.62"H
Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth, Auxiliary, USB
Display TechnologyLCD
Water Resistance LevelNot Water Resistant
Speaker Maximum Output Power10 Watts
Radio Bands SupportedAM/FM
Power SourceCorded Electric
Tuner TypeFM, AM
Frequency60.00
Display TypeBacklit
Hardware InterfaceUSB
Additional FeaturesBuilt-In AM Antenna

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Reviews

4.7

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W**6

Excellent build, design, sound, and reception!

The media could not be loaded. The Sangean 45th Anniversary Special Edition WR-16SE is definitely special in many ways. Not only does it provide crystal-clear reception of local channels, but with exterior FM and/or AM loop antennas, you will have a far-reaching collection of broadcasts at your fingertips. This radio combines the look and feel of yesterday with the state-of-the-art performance of today. The analog tuning style gives a nostalgic feel, all the while digitally locking in frequencies, eliminating station drift. It is also equipped with Bluetooth connectivity and an aux-in, so you can easily play podcasts and internet radio stations from any device with a headphone jack or Bluetooth capabilities. Other features include a USB charging port, record-out jack, and headphone jack for a discreet listening experience.I would liken the design to a late 1970s/early 1980s luxury tabletop style. Well-made and durable, the wood cabinet, rose gold face, and well-lit dial are pleasing complements to each other and their surroundings. The sound from this radio is unbelievable for its size! It utilizes a quality speaker, bass port, and special audio-shaping style to produce clear highs and rich bass, eliminating the need for tone controls.I am very happy with my purchase and would recommend Sangean radios over any other brand sold today. If you are in the market for a compact, yet solid tabletop radio packed with features from a company that has been engineering and manufacturing radios for over 50 years, then the WR-16SE is made for you.

V**R

Great Radio

I had one of these for many years, love it. When I needed a radio for another room, searched and was pleased they still make them!

H**Y

The FM radio works in Denver. Radio feels solid/heavy. Operation seems like good quality.

The FM radio works in Denver. Radio feels solid/heavy. Operation seems like good quality.

J**D

Fullbodied sound, nice retro look, controls on the cheap side

I purchased the Sangean radio to listen to AM/FM/Bluetooth in my office while I work. I like the retro style and the look of the wood finish of the radio. It's like having a mini 70's/80's stereo on my shelf.The radio sounds good and has the clean retro-style I like. By no means is it audiophile quality, but that wasn't why I purchased it. Don't get me wrong the Sangean is no slouch, the sound is rich and enjoyable and has decent bass and range. For a radio of this size, the sound is surprising.I like the retro dial, and there is an LED on the tuning dial that indicates when a station is tuned in. I connected the FM antenna and let it dangle behind the radio. The radio pulls-in stations well, but I do get some drift that seems to be caused by me being close to the radio. It can be a bit of a game of tuning and the station shifting as I move away from the radio. Perhaps this would be corrected if a proper ground were connected. It's a nit, but not a huge issue.The tuning knob is plastic and feels pretty cheap. There is a good deal of friction while tuning the radio. Would have been nice if the tuning knob moved more freely (Like the 70's gyro knobs). Despite the friction while tuning, I don't see any backlash when I let go of the knob. The volume moves a little more freely. The dial is backlit and the green indicators are attractive.I have this radio and a Tivoli Model One. The Tivoli is literally sitting on top of the Sangean and match perfectly. I like the styling of both, and they each perform a task in my office. The bass on the Sangean is more full-bodied, but the Tivoli has more punch and can be run at higher volumes. The tuning dials are a personal preference, but the Tivoli feels more precision and "Engineered" than the Sangean. Because the Sangean sounds a little more full-bodied, I use it for FM and Bluetooth. The Tivoli is used for AM. This combination works great because neither radio has presets. That allows me to tune my favorite AM and FM station on the respective radio for easy access.If I had one radio, I'd probably choose the Sangean because the sound range is wider and richer. In my opinion, the Tivoli has a nicer retro/future vibe.

R**R

SANGEAN WR-16 VS TIVOLI MODEL ONE

Buying something as simple as a basic radio is much harder than it needs to be because there isn't any real way to get a side by side comparison without buying both, which is exactly what I ended up doing. I will try to avoid repeating other reviews as most of them are pretty accurate. Here is the outcome:THE TIVOLI MODEL ONEI had been checking out the Model One for a few years and love the minimalist aesthetic but not the maximalist price so I got a used one on auctionbay. Although it was in good condition, it did need some work. First thing it needed was new feet. The Model One comes with stick-on silicon rubber feet and mine was missing one as they come off very easily. I installed a set of screw-on rubber feet. The tuner had the crackling and drifting issues complained about in so many reviews so I cleaned the tuning capacitor where the rotating shaft goes into it with some contact cleaner. Problem solved, but probably not permanently. There is also a feint but noticeable low level hum through the speaker even when it is off which seems to be another common problem. This appears to be due to an inadequate power filter circuit. Using an external power supply solved that problem. Although the radio functioned properly now I was still not satisfied with it and decided to check out the Sangean.THE SANGEAN WR-16I purchased WR-16 brand new because of the very reasonable price. It has built in Bluetooth which works seamlessly. I have read complaints about the Bluetooth sound level but I found that when the volume on my Pixel I XL was all the way up sound is equal to the radio. The Sangean is slightly larger than the Model One, has more thoughtful touches such as rounded corners on its cabinet and a backlit tuning scale which makes it much easier to see, especially in the dark. It also has lighted mode indicators that show up nicely in daylight but are bright in the darkness. The Sangean also has those stick-on feet which I will eventually replace. Which brings us to the "booming" sound so many people complain about. The Sangean has a bass compensation circuit which raises bass levels slightly as volume is decreased and has a rear-firing bass port whereas the Tivoli has a down-firing port. This gives music more of a full sound on the Sangean but talk stations can suffer a bit. Some people recommend stuffing a piece of cloth or a cotton ball in the port to de-bass it. If it is really an issue for you try covering it with heavy tape. That worked the best to attenuate the bass. I ultimately decided to leave the bass port alone as the difference between the two radios is much less than I expected from other reviews. I noticed no difference in sound with the radio close to the wall but placing it in a corner will likely make it boomier.THE WINNERThe WR-16 won the contest in every way, or it's more accurate to say the Model One lost in every way. The Tivoli's brutally minimalist design, it's main feature, is also it's downfall because that philosophy unfortunately extends to it's internals, with cheap components on minimally engineered circuitry. Disappointing, especially for the price. The Sangean has better quality components with the speaker being obviously better and has a much more sophisticated power filtering circuit with no unwanted humming or hissing. The cabinets of both units are laminated MDF, not solid wood but there is more craftsmanship and thoughtful design with the Sangean. For people who only ever listen to talk radio, must have that particular aesthetic, and don't care about value, the Tivoli might be the choice. Otherwise you are paying a lot for brand identity hype and getting little else in return. The Sangean is about half the price and easily doubles the value.

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