--- product_id: 661297832 title: "– TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio" brand: "philips" price: "R1841" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Philips" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/661297832-tar2509-portable-fm-mw-radio store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 2-band FM/MW analogue tuning 3.5" speaker with tone control Dual power: AC or 2x D batteries – TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio **Brand:** philips **Price:** R1841 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📻 Stay tuned, stay ahead — vintage vibes with modern clarity! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** – TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio by philips - **How much does it cost?** R1841 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/661297832-tar2509-portable-fm-mw-radio) ## Best For - philips enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted philips brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Power Your Way:** Seamlessly switch between AC power or portable battery mode with 2 D-sized batteries—freedom to listen anywhere, anytime. - • **Tailored Sound Modes:** Toggle between Music and News modes to optimize audio output, delivering rich lows or crystal-clear voice clarity on demand. - • **Classic Meets Clarity:** Experience crisp FM/MW reception with a large analogue tuning window and LED signal indicator for flawless station hunting. - • **Private Listening Ready:** 3.5mm headphone jack lets you tune in discreetly—ideal for focused work sessions or on-the-go escapes. - • **Effortless Control & Portability:** Intuitive large volume dial and top-mounted switches ensure smooth operation, all packed in a sleek, lightweight design perfect for indoor or outdoor vibes. ## Overview The Philips TAR2509 is a portable FM/MW analogue radio featuring a large tuning window with LED signal indicator, dual power options (AC or 2 D batteries), and a 3.5" speaker with tone control for optimized sound modes. Its compact, lightweight design and simple controls make it perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, delivering reliable, clear audio for music, news, and sports wherever you go. ## Description From the manufacturer Review: Great Radio - “I recently bought this radio and I’m really impressed. The audio is sharp with good volume, and the design is simple but modern. Tuning stations is quick and easy. Great value for the price!” Review: Great radio, a great pair for my TAR1509. - I bought the Philips TAR1509 radio, mainly for picnics and emergency’s, but it ended up getting a lot of use at home as it was a great little radio, so I decided to get the TAR2509 as a battery-less replacement for home use, I’ll start the review by listing the important things. Volume: Thanks to the dial you can very gradually adjust the volume, from basically silent to very loud, the speakers are larger and sound amazing. Weight: it’s slightly heavier than I expected in a good way, still not “heavy” in my opinion. Quality: The build quality is great, the dial is smooth with a little resistance for a satisfying feel, with a nice satisfying click when turning the volume to off, the sliding switches are also very sturdy, the plastic feels as premium as plastic can, the dial for changing frequency is heavy to turn which allows for fine adjustment. Sound Toggle: The toggle for voice vs music seemed like an addition to fluff up the device and give it another “feature” but it genuinely does make a big difference, it seems to boost the low ends to give it a fuller less radio sounding sound. Battery Life: I can’t speak to the battery life as I’m not using batteries, but I will add it takes two 1.5v D batteries which are easy to buy but unlike AA and AAA are obviously harder to recharge without the purchase of a new battery charger, so something to keep in mind. Looks: obviously highly subjective, use your eyes to decide for you but personally, I think this radio as well as the other radio I have from them are both beautifully designed, a mix of modern and mid-century. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | PHILIPS | | Colour | Black | | Connectivity technology | Auxiliary | | Product dimensions | 21L x 21W x 15H centimetres | | Special feature | Lightweight, Portable | | Tuner technology | FM | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Philips - **Colour:** Black - **Connectivity technology:** Auxiliary - **Included components:** Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide - **Power source:** Corded Electric - **Product dimensions:** 21L x 21W x 15H centimetres - **Radio bands supported:** 2-Band - **Special feature:** Lightweight, Portable - **Style:** 2024 - **Tuner technology:** FM ## Images ![– TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714toQuDRkL.jpg) ![– TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51KKXRRiV1L.jpg) ![– TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711DiKZz8qL.jpg) ![– TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71E2hOZ0+tL.jpg) ![– TAR2509 Portable FM/MW radio - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718hJN0EfWL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Radio *by R***A on 21 April 2026* “I recently bought this radio and I’m really impressed. The audio is sharp with good volume, and the design is simple but modern. Tuning stations is quick and easy. Great value for the price!” ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great radio, a great pair for my TAR1509. *by J***E on 24 January 2026* I bought the Philips TAR1509 radio, mainly for picnics and emergency’s, but it ended up getting a lot of use at home as it was a great little radio, so I decided to get the TAR2509 as a battery-less replacement for home use, I’ll start the review by listing the important things. Volume: Thanks to the dial you can very gradually adjust the volume, from basically silent to very loud, the speakers are larger and sound amazing. Weight: it’s slightly heavier than I expected in a good way, still not “heavy” in my opinion. Quality: The build quality is great, the dial is smooth with a little resistance for a satisfying feel, with a nice satisfying click when turning the volume to off, the sliding switches are also very sturdy, the plastic feels as premium as plastic can, the dial for changing frequency is heavy to turn which allows for fine adjustment. Sound Toggle: The toggle for voice vs music seemed like an addition to fluff up the device and give it another “feature” but it genuinely does make a big difference, it seems to boost the low ends to give it a fuller less radio sounding sound. Battery Life: I can’t speak to the battery life as I’m not using batteries, but I will add it takes two 1.5v D batteries which are easy to buy but unlike AA and AAA are obviously harder to recharge without the purchase of a new battery charger, so something to keep in mind. Looks: obviously highly subjective, use your eyes to decide for you but personally, I think this radio as well as the other radio I have from them are both beautifully designed, a mix of modern and mid-century. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality & value for money *by M***T on 20 January 2026* Small but not tiny, has a good reception, sturdy as base is slightly wider than the top, display is easy to read but doesn't show the name of the radio station you are listening to, easy to tune in & adjust volume. ## Frequently Bought Together - Philips TAR2509 Portable FM/MW Radio - XHDATA D220 Portable Radio AM FM SW Shortwave Receiver Pocket Radios, 2 AA Battery Operated Transistor Radio with Excellent Reception for Gift, Family, Elder (Orange) - Panasonic RFP-150D Battery Operated AM/FM Portable Pocket Size Radio (Silver/mat) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/661297832-tar2509-portable-fm-mw-radio](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/661297832-tar2509-portable-fm-mw-radio) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-06-21*