The radio charger is IP54 Rated for water and dust resistance. All of the compartments have rubber seals and clip securely closed. Radio Reception The other great thing is that it can run and charge other batteries that are compatible with it. This is great news when some of your power tools juices are down. With a centralised carriage system and rubber protected corners, the DeWalt DWST1-75663 is a tough cookie. It can last years. Can be powered by AC using a standard 3 pin plug, please note a battery still needs to be in the radio when powered by mains. Volume is a little two-sided for the DeWalt DWST17510 TSTAK radio. On one hand, it gets very loud—uncomfortably loud to listen to at its highest volume in our 800 square foot office. In fact, the subwoofer and bass resonator hit with enough power to bounce the radio across hard surfaces. Water-resistant – can withstand up to 5 minutes of exposure to rain giving you plenty of time to get it undercover should the heavens open.

On the other hand, the sound quality starts to suffer as the volume increases. The loudest third of the volume range really loses the richness of the sound at lower volumes as the mids and highs struggle to be heard against lows that seem almost out of control. DeWalt TStak Radio Price

The DeWalt TSTAK Bluetooth Radio and Charger has 4 full-range speakers, an active subwoofer, and an assisted bass resonator to produce its sound. In the settings, you have control over highs, mids, and lows as 3 broad ranges. There aren’t any EQ presets. Long runtime when using Makita’s BL1850 battery: AUX-IN – 65 hours, Bluetooth + USB charging – 11 hours. Dewalt achieved this amazing sound quality by using a 40 watt, class D amplifier, digital sound processor, 4 Full range tweeters, a subwoofer and assisted bass resonator. Dewalt DWST08810 Features

There are a few downsides to this product such as the inability to save pre-searched stations. This can be aggravating since you never get to save any favourite channels. If you want a specific channel you start tuning from the beginning until you find it. It does not support Bluetooth connectivity.

DeWalt DWST1-75663-GB TOUGHSYSTEM 18v XR DAB, Bluetooth Jobsite Radio Battery Charger

The top of the Dewalt ToughSystem Radio and Charger DWST08810 has a sealed compartment that requires two hands to open – its awkward to operate, to say the least. Inside this compartment there is storage room for the 24V/2A charging cord, and also an area approx. 5-3/8” x 4” x 1” deep perfect for cell phones or other items. We originally looked at a few models around the same price range from various manufacturers but this model really did stand out from the rest. USB connection for charging mobile phones and Auxiliary connections so you can play your favourite music from MP3, iPhones and smartphones. We’d like to see faster, better battery charge and USB output charging, hell maybe even add an outlet plug or two.

Weather protection– If your intention is to work outdoors, you need to look for a radio that can be able to withstand the weather conditions. Most manufacturers provide information on the level of weather resistance. Waterproofing is especially important as moisture tends to ruin electrical equipment if exposed for long periods.The obvious issue is that batteries must be bought separately and Makita’s BL1850 battery, for instance, costs nearly the price of the speaker. The Bluetooth range could also be a little more as some find the stated 10m abysmal. The final verdict is a bit of a mixed bag for the DeWalt TSTAK radio. On the one hand, it has very good sound quality with a refined design and control system.On the other, the sound quality really suffers at higher volumes and the app can use some work. Overall, I think it has more Pros than Cons, especially if you understand its limitations. The sound quality of this radio is amazing, absolutely amazing! It has crisp, clear sound both through the radio, or through Bluetooth. One of the really cool features is that it automatically flips the screen when you stand the radio up. Whether you set it flat or tall, you don’t have to perform any gymnastics to read it. DeWalt TSTAK Bluetooth Radio Sound Quality While I seem to get slightly better sound from the DeWalt ToughSystem radio, overall, the sound quality is still very good. How Much Volume Do You Get?

This device may give you a bit of trouble when it comes to mp3 formats and speeds. Recommendations suggest that the mp3 should be around 128kbps. Anything above may read as an error. Also if you are using a USB function, the SD card in use needs to take the FAT32 format.

Dewalt ToughSystem Radio and Charger DWST08810 Review

DAB+/FM tuner with digital processor delivers incredible reception, signal clarity and sound quality. The TOUGHSYTEM audio and charger system from DeWalt is an impressive addition to the DeWalt cordless range featuring Bluetooth, DAB and DeWalt XR slide battery / USB charging functionality. Buy it if you’re looking for a TSTAK compatible music source that provides quality sound. Pass if you’re looking for a solution that carries high sound quality to volume levels beyond what it takes to fill a large room. DeWalt DWST17510 Key Features Power It, Charge It