Full Review Choyong LC90 LW MW SW FM Smart Radio

Great Internet Smart Radio but it is rather bad in Longwave and Mediumwave, Shortwave would be good if it was not for the numerous birdies

[chip]

I do credit Choyong for actively monitoring comments/feedback and frequently making timely updates (e.g. SSB and birdie fixes). That being said, I learned a long time ago to never buy version 1.0 of any electronics & to be wary of jack-of-all-trades devices.

[dannyshortwave]

I was looking into that radio. However I wanted to wait on a real radio review like your video Gilles, unlike that Farm guy clickbait video lol. Thank you for fully testing and reviewing this radio. Although they did a first in this type of radio and I give them credit for trying. I hope they will learn and improve some of the ergonomics and especially improve on the electronic / performance issues of this radio. Since I also enjoy Mediumwave DXing, I will pass on this radio. Once again Thank you for your unbiased review. Have a good weekend.

[audiodaze]

Thanks for covering the important points regarding this radio. Great idea for a radio, but like many others, I think I'll wait for Version 2 as the negatives of this as a receiver outweigh the positives.

[Danyulesun]

Hey Gilles, thanks for your detailed and honest review. I was waiting to see what you thought before buying one but as you have outlined it does fall short for what it is which is such a pity because it has it all that you would want in a radio. I really hope that they watch your review and work to fix these issues because it would be a big seller.
Thanks again and cheers.

[SouthernIllinoisShortwave]

All those those birdies are definitely a concern for shortwave listening. It seems like according to the audio in your video it chuffs pretty well also while tuning. I mean it sounded like an old steam locomotive. However, I do agree that it is a nice concept, and a bold step by the manufacturer to include not just an internet radio, but all that into a portable multi-function multi-band receiver. If they can get some good shielding, fix a couple other issues, and the overloading thing it will be quite a trendsetter for the other receiver manufacturers. I was thinking about getting one of these, but due to life issues, I'm not able to right now. After watching your review, that's ok. Maybe somewhere down the road, a new version will emerge that will be better and have all those issues corrected.

[RJDA.Dakota]

Thank you for your so thorough review. I was considering buying this radio for all it’s features and functionality However, as per your review, I think it would be better if I waited until this can be fixed or corrected. Hopefully the manufacturer will take note! 73! 14:39 I would love to have a radio like this, but like you, I want to see this done properly!

[nkkri]

Good review. It hit all the things I am concerned about. The birdies would drive me crazy. It's a bit pricey to have that amount of birdies.
I am curious to know if a wire the same length as the whip but connected to the external port would produce the birdies at the same level.
Obviously with an antenna many feet away it would be quiet. I was thinking about the path inside the radio the whip has to take to the RF input stage
vs. the path the external antenna takes to the RF input. Does the external antenna input disconnect the whip? I'm think it might otherwise the whip
would continue picking up the birdies even if your on the external antenna

[oldkingcole]

I am really glad you did such an awesome detailed review and workout of this radio model! Concise and pertinent review as per usual!
I was considering the purchase of this model over the past few wks but now that I have a better understanding of it's performance and quirks I will defer this purchase until a better option comes across the wire, lol
I like most everything else about the LC90 but if the MW/LW performance is compromised, that significantly affects it's final score.
Hopefully Choyong will address the issues in an upcoming revision/upgrade to this model... I'll look fwd to your review of it!
Have a good one!

[tonysrpmrecords]

The company's should pay you to test there radios before they put them on market so they can make changes to there defects before putting them on the market.

[tonnywildweasel]

Thanks for the review. I sure hope they will make an update version, cause it's a great concept, and a good looking radio.
Greets from the Netherlands 🇳🇱, TW.

[radiolistener]

Thank you for your competent review on this unit! I hope they'll fix the problems and there's a real possibility for it to happen - most of the users wanted SSB and they managed to add it quite fast. As a European listener I'd love DAB+ to be added there, too.
PS. Your voice is great for the radio topic, it's pleasant and deep ;)

[glk]

Thanks for a good in depth review, and although this receiver may open the door for such an integrated receiver, seems they have work to do on this one...Good timing with the birdie showing up as you did the review, gave a real life glimpse into the issue...I don't always agree with everyone's opinion, but keep it respectful as long as those I may not agree with do...We are all entitled to our opinions, but Farpoint Farms is one gentleman I can have a real issue with his videos...He seems to be more interested in getting out a video than to really do some homework on the subject of the video...Each to their own and I seldom check any of his vid's out anymore...As for the LC-90, seems to be an incomplete product and with the inflated prices for receivers these days, I hope someone can get it right...

[jrbees]

Thank you for the real and honest review!

[SigSoftNC]

I like my LC90, but I do wish the AM received properly and the searching on the internet side was easier. It sounds great, and you can use it with a SIM card for the internet if you’re not near wi-fi.

[davidsradioroom]

It's a nice radio. I like the internet section. That's a great plus, however all the other shortcomings negate that great feature. I hope they update the firmware and eliminates the problems it has. If they do, it could be a great radio.

[johnm]

I’m hoping the LC 100 will have it all nailed down from what I’ve heard it’s about a year away so, plenty of time for Choyong to get it right 👍

[Хоттабыч-вж]

I bought it mostly for an internet radio, and I am very happy with it. It supports 4G network perfectly fine. So, I can use my SIM card (not with China version) with it. I do not have much SW stations in US any way. TF card works great as well.

[ailtonselomarfeld]

I don't listen to AM LW and very little to SW. I like FM and Internet Radio, which are excellent on this radio. So what was left to be said in this video was that for those who like FM and Internet Radio it is worth buying the radio.

[gustavotaborda]

Great review you´ve made !!! Despite the odd qestions, I still think is a nice compromise for me in terms of having a radio with all of these features. Greetings from Argentina

[bestestimesreborn]

With farpoints review you can see the radio properly. Many close ups. He doesn't hand hold it and move it around too much. That I appreciate