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product_id: 467282187
title: "RD-40DAB/SL: Rechargeable Digital Portable Radio (Dab/Dab+/FM, Built-in Speaker, 100 Presets, Dot Matrix Display, Headphone Jack, Double Alarm, Rechargeable Battery). Colour: Silver."
brand: "aiwa"
price: "R1293"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Aiwa"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/467282187-rd-40dab-sl-rechargeable-digital-portable-radio-dab-dab-fm
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 2-line white backlit dot matrix display 100 presets for ultimate station variety 16h rechargeable battery life RD-40DAB/SL: Rechargeable Digital Portable Radio (Dab/Dab+/FM, Built-in Speaker, 100 Presets, Dot Matrix Display, Headphone Jack, Double Alarm, Rechargeable Battery). Colour: Silver.

**Brand:** aiwa
**Price:** R1293
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📻 Elevate your daily soundtrack with Aiwa’s sleek, portable digital radio — never miss a beat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** RD-40DAB/SL: Rechargeable Digital Portable Radio (Dab/Dab+/FM, Built-in Speaker, 100 Presets, Dot Matrix Display, Headphone Jack, Double Alarm, Rechargeable Battery). Colour: Silver. by aiwa
- **How much does it cost?** R1293 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/467282187-rd-40dab-sl-rechargeable-digital-portable-radio-dab-dab-fm)

## Best For

- aiwa enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aiwa brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Wake Up Your Way:** Dual alarms with radio or buzzer options plus sleep and snooze functions to start mornings right.
- • **Stay Tuned Everywhere:** Ultra-sensitive 47cm telescopic antenna ensures crystal-clear reception wherever you go.
- • **Power Through Your Day:** Rechargeable 2000mAh battery delivers up to 16 hours of uninterrupted premium sound.
- • **Your Stations, Your Way:** 100 station presets (50 DAB+ & 50 FM) let you instantly access your favorites without hassle.
- • **Smart & Multilingual Interface:** Intuitive menu system in 8 languages with a sleek white backlit dot matrix display for effortless navigation.

## Overview

The Aiwa RD-40DAB/SL is a compact, rechargeable digital radio featuring DAB/DAB+ and FM reception with 100 station presets. It boasts a 2W RMS Crystal Sound speaker, a 2-line white backlit dot matrix display, and an ultra-sensitive 47cm telescopic antenna for superior signal capture. With a 16-hour rechargeable battery, dual alarms, multilingual menus, and a headphone jack, it’s designed for seamless, high-quality audio on the go.

## Description

From the manufacturer Premium Sound Digital radio tuner with high quality stereo audio. Enjoy the best sound quality thanks to its built-in 2″ Crystal Sound speaker and 2W RMS output power with extra low distortion. If you don't want to disturb anyone and keep enjoying music, the RD-40DAB features a 3.5mm Jack jack and includes high-quality stereo metal headphones. Take it anywhere! This portable radio with high definition audio allows you to enjoy your favorite stations anywhere. You can take it on a trip, camping, a barbecue... in its protective cover. In addition, thanks to its ultra-sensitive 47cm rotating telescopic antenna, you can better capture the signal and not miss your favorite radio program. Menus available in 8 languages English, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, Portuguese, French and Dutch. Rechargeable battery The portable radio contains a rechargeable lithium battery (3.7V, 2000mAh) with 16 hours of battery life so you don't stop listening to your favorite stations. Includes CACharger Standard USB Charging Port TYPE-C 100 presets It has 50 preselected station memories for DAB+ and 50 preselected radio stations memories for FM Digital Radio Receiver Higher audio quality. Reduces noise and eliminates interference caused by ground accidents and interference between stations. Digital Watch It features the digital clock function on its alphanumeric backlit display. Backlit Display White backlit dot matrix display. alarm clock It has double alarm to choose from: normal and other FM radio. In addition, you can postpone the alarm, thanks to the snooze function. Quick Charge Fast charging time: about 3 hours. FM PLL PLL FM radio receiver with automatic scanner and RDS radio data system, which allows you to obtain information from the radio stations you are listening to on the device's screen. Sleep function Thanks to the radio alarm, you can set the automatic shutdown and not worry about turning off the radio. In this way, you can fall asleep well.

Review: Very good and inexpensive - Lightweight and easy to transport in the supplied "perforated" carry bag. Comes with usb cord and charging cable. The charging cable requires a shaver adapter if you decide to charge the radio from the Mains supply. Easy to charge using a usb cable. FM stations are auto-tuned and automatically stored in the preset facility, whilst to store DAB stations, you have to manually scan the DAB band, select the station of your choice and then save the station in the preset facility. It has a built in alarm where you can wake to a buzzer or preset radio station. The alarm can be set for just one day or a series of dates/days in the future. It also features a countdown timer that automatically shuts the radio off after a predetermined period of time. Ot has a two line LED scrolling message screen that informs you of he station that is currently being listened to, date and time, song name and artist and other band related information. The sound is very good for such a small radio. There is no individual control for the treble or bass. It's very handy to be able to recharge it. Although the marketing blurb indicates a battery life of 16 hours between charges, this is very much reduced if you keep it on standby. It comes with wired earphones, has a telescopic aerial and I can "find" around 98 DAB stations and 14 FM stations. So far I'm very happy with it. When looking to purchase a portable DAB radio I initially wanted to purchase a Roberts small hand held radio - it was £49.99. You can purchase two of these Awai radios for that sum of money. After my original purchase I purchased another 4. Two for members of my family (who are pleased with them) and two are for Christmas presents. I'm also about to order another one for my friends 75 birthday next week. I'm sure that he'll appreciate it. There are other models available having Bluetooth streaming in them, for around £5-£10 more, but this small Awai is pretty good if you don't require Bluetooth streaming. With Christmas just over 3 months away, I'm considering purchasing another 3 or 4 of them to give to friends of mine.
Review: no sound - all ok except no sound from speaker,returned

## Features

- Portable radio receiver with high definition audio.
- Menu system with 8 languages (English, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, Portuguese, French and Dutch).
- DAB+ digital broadcast receiver.
- PLL FM radio receiver with automatic scan and RDS radio data system.
- 50 preset memories for DAB+ radio stations. 50 x preset memory for FM radio stations.
- Digital clock with dual alarm, sleep and snooze functions.
- Built-in 2" Crystal Sound Speaker. Output power = 2W RMS with extra low distortion.
- Ultra-sensitive radio reception with telescopic + swivel antenna 47 cm.
- Rechargeable lithium battery (3.7V, 2000mAh) with 16 hours playtime. Fast charging time: about 3 hours
- White backlit dot matrix display (2 lines, fully alphanumeric).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09YVDHVLN |
| Best Sellers Rank | 36,399 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 191 in Portable DAB Radios |
| Item model number | RD-40DAB/SL |
| Manufacturer | Aiwa |
| Product Dimensions | 14.5 x 3.3 x 8.5 cm; 290 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Aiwa
- **Colour:** silver
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Power source:** Battery Powered
- **Product dimensions:** 14.5L x 3.3W x 8.5H centimetres
- **Radio bands supported:** FM
- **Special feature:** DAB Radio AC/DC
- **Style:** Portable
- **Tuner technology:** FM, DAB+

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good and inexpensive
*by S***S on 11 September 2025*

Lightweight and easy to transport in the supplied "perforated" carry bag. Comes with usb cord and charging cable. The charging cable requires a shaver adapter if you decide to charge the radio from the Mains supply. Easy to charge using a usb cable. FM stations are auto-tuned and automatically stored in the preset facility, whilst to store DAB stations, you have to manually scan the DAB band, select the station of your choice and then save the station in the preset facility. It has a built in alarm where you can wake to a buzzer or preset radio station. The alarm can be set for just one day or a series of dates/days in the future. It also features a countdown timer that automatically shuts the radio off after a predetermined period of time. Ot has a two line LED scrolling message screen that informs you of he station that is currently being listened to, date and time, song name and artist and other band related information. The sound is very good for such a small radio. There is no individual control for the treble or bass. It's very handy to be able to recharge it. Although the marketing blurb indicates a battery life of 16 hours between charges, this is very much reduced if you keep it on standby. It comes with wired earphones, has a telescopic aerial and I can "find" around 98 DAB stations and 14 FM stations. So far I'm very happy with it. When looking to purchase a portable DAB radio I initially wanted to purchase a Roberts small hand held radio - it was £49.99. You can purchase two of these Awai radios for that sum of money. After my original purchase I purchased another 4. Two for members of my family (who are pleased with them) and two are for Christmas presents. I'm also about to order another one for my friends 75 birthday next week. I'm sure that he'll appreciate it. There are other models available having Bluetooth streaming in them, for around £5-£10 more, but this small Awai is pretty good if you don't require Bluetooth streaming. With Christmas just over 3 months away, I'm considering purchasing another 3 or 4 of them to give to friends of mine.

### ⭐ no sound
*by B***Y on 7 December 2025*

all ok except no sound from speaker,returned

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Knowing what you get
*by E***T on 21 August 2025*

The plug is a. 2pin so you have to buy a 3pin plug

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-23*