Makita radio: pros, cons and lineup

Makita is familiar to many people primarily from the tools it produces. However, the same company is also engaged in the production of radio receivers, which have both pros and cons. Dealing with such subtleties and studying the lineup is extremely important.

Makita radios come in a wide variety of models. There are even devices with additional flashlight function. The lamps in such models shine well, and the sound of the radio broadcast is quite at the level. When describing other models of the brand's radios, consumers are much more critical. It is often said that the only advantage over smaller modifications is a slightly increased volume and signal transmission via AUX.

The design of Makita radios is satisfactory to most people. It is felt that the engineers approached its selection as carefully as possible. But the problems with weak charge retention cannot be ignored either.

First of all, the battery radio deserves attention. Makita MR051... The device can only operate on a 10.8 V lithium-ion proprietary "barrel" battery. The designers took care of the modern control system and the expressive clarity of the installed display. The connection of third-party equipment is made via the AUX-IN. A built-in audio system from a pair of speakers is provided.

Other features are as follows:

• universal headphone jack;

• reproduction of FM, AM broadcasts;

• the ability to work up to 2 hours at maximum volume;

• weight 0.49 kg;

• special hook for easy hanging of the receiver.

Similarly (based on the battery) works and Makita MR052. The device is equipped with a digital AM / FM tuner. Information about the current reception is displayed on the liquid crystal display. Properties:

• connection of headphones is provided;

• autonomous work is supported for 25-30 hours;

• special hook for hanging;

• battery and charging system are not included in the package;

• manual frequency tuning is quick and easy;

• 10 tuner presets.

When choosing a construction radio from Makita, quite a few people pay attention to BMR103B. The device is powered by a lithium-ion battery. In the AM band, the receiver picks up frequencies from 0.522 MHz to 1.629 MHz. In the VHF range, the processing band is standard - from 87.5 to 108 MHz. Dimensions 0.261x0.164x0.302 m, and the mass of the radio receiver is 4.6 kg.

Overall, the Makita radios perform pretty well. And in terms of design, as mentioned, they can give odds to many other brands. But you still have to carefully choose a product before buying. And the first consideration here will be the mass of the device, as well as its dimensions. A bulky receiver can be too difficult to carry wherever you need it. The next important point is sensitivity when working on reception.

The lower the number in the corresponding section of the technical documentation, the weaker the signal the device can receive. but selectivity is also of great importance, that is, the ability to compensate for the influence of powerful transmitters operating on "adjacent" waves. Decent receivers have adjacent channel selectivity of at least 60 dB. If it reaches 100 dB, then this is already an excellent indicator for non-professional radio equipment.

In terms of power output, this figure indicates the strength of the sound emitted by the built-in speakers. It is recommended to choose the most powerful receivers possible. Even if you don't need to listen to them at full volume, it's even good - there will be less stress on the main components. Therefore, the technology will last longer, and users' hearing will not be affected. Also, for any device running on a battery, current consumption is critical.

Yes, it will hardly be possible to reduce it to a minimum. But still, reducing this indicator allows you to use the receiver longer on a single charge. Unfortunately, the same selectivity is not indicated in the accompanying documents. But information about the parameters subject to certification (output power, sensitivity and current consumption) should be there. One more nuance - it is worth looking so that the users themselves like the radio.

Therefore, you must first buy it individually, according to your own taste. It is also worth deciding on the preference for stationary or portable devices. The former are usually more functional. But the latter allow you to enjoy listening to programs in almost any suitable place. Attention: lovers of foreign radio broadcasting need to purchase equipment capable of receiving long and medium radio waves.

Last but not least, you should pay attention to additional functions. The mini jack allows you to listen to the received broadcasts with headphones instead of speakers. The most advanced digital receivers are traditionally equipped with a Bluetooth interface. The card reader will allow you to play files on SD media.

For an overview of the radio, see below.