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product_id: 260593590
title: "HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black"
brand: "sangean"
price: "A$913"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Sangean"
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# HD Digital & Analog Tuner 20 Memory Presets Large Info LCD Display HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black

**Brand:** sangean
**Price:** A$913
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📻 Elevate your sound game—because your stereo deserves the HD upgrade!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black by sangean
- **How much does it cost?** A$913 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/260593590-hdt-20-hd-radio-fm-stereo-am-component-tuner-black)

## Best For

- sangean enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Smart Info Display:** Large LCD shows artist, song title, station info, signal quality, and clock for a premium listening experience.
- • **Instant Station Access:** 20 memory presets (10 AM, 10 FM) plus direct frequency input via remote for lightning-fast channel surfing.
- • **Built-In Clock & Dual Alarms:** Stay on schedule with real-time clock, sleep timer, and two customizable alarm timers—wake up to your favorite station.
- • **Versatile Connectivity Options:** Analog, optical SPDIF, and coaxial digital outputs seamlessly integrate with your existing stereo setup.
- • **Crystal-Clear HD Radio Reception:** Experience superior sound quality with full digital HD and analog AM/FM tuning for your ultimate audio clarity.

## Overview

The Sangean HDT-20 is a sleek black HD/FM/AM tuner component designed for audiophiles seeking crystal-clear digital and analog radio reception. Featuring 20 memory presets, multiple output options including optical digital, a large LCD info display, and smart clock functions with dual alarms, it integrates effortlessly into any stereo system for a premium listening experience.

## Description

The HDT-20 features full digital or hybrid search functions allowing you to conveniently seek both standard AM and FM signals or just the ones broadcasting in full digital HD glory, and on its large LCD display shows information such as artist, song title, station call letters and other helpful information. With the external AM & FM antennas it provides the superior reception and sensitivity that Sangean is famous for.

Review: The quality of the HD Radio actually exceeded my expectations. Apparently, the Codec works well. It's better than analog FM, but still not as good as Audio CDs. There is a negative side to the reception though. When listening to the digital channels, if the signal isn't strong, there can be sound drop-outs, even though those have been managed by the circuits to result in little or no noise. Thus, don't expect to listen to a whole symphony without any glitches. This is happening to me in spite of my amplified antenna, which I provided myself. Also, the decision is often up to the station, to compress their narrative microphones more than they compress the classical music itself. I don't know why they do that. Or, if they offer more than one HD channel on their one frequency, they have to compress the channels more. I didn't bother to set up AM mode, and am satisfied overall. The impressive feat is high RF sensitivity. I get an FM station of some sort, on almost any assigned frequency I tune the receiver to, knowing that only odd multiples of 100kHz are assigned. Update: The problem with the sound drop-outs may have been due to one HD station I tune in to, because with that same station, the problem is not noticeably anymore. Update: This is one of those items, from which the buyer can select the HD 16 AM/FM, the HD 18 AM?FM, or the HD 20 AM/FM, at least in the Browser view. They are actually very different receivers. I only bought and use the HDT-20 HD AM/FM, and can therefore not vouch for the other items, that buyers can select out of the group. Dirk
Review: Sangean HDT-20 is a purpose-built radio component, not a standalone stereo. With a Channel Master antenna and booster, it reliably pulls HD channels across New England. Routed through an external DAC and into Audioengine 5 monitors, audio is clean, dynamic, and broadcast-grade. Strength lies in signal separation: tuner → DAC → amplifier. Minimal noise, accurate stereo. Ideal for modular setups where the user controls amplification and processing. Delivers high-fidelity over-the-air radio without subscriptions. Does exactly what it was engineered to do—nothing more, nothing less.

## Features

- HD Digital Radio/ FM-Stereo/AM Component Tuner with Analog or Digital Outputs to connect to an existing Stereo Receiver or Pre-Amplifier
- 20 Memory Presets (10 AM, 10 FM) 10 Key Button for AM / FM Frequency Direct Input with Included Infrared Remote Control
- In/Out Jacks: AC In, Analog Audio Line Output, Optical Digital SPDIF or Digital Coaxial Outputs, Headphone Out, External FM Telescopic Antenna and AM External Loop Antenna Included
- Information Display for Channel Frequency, Call Sign, Radio Text, Audio Mode, Service Mode, Signal Quality and Clock Time where available by station
- Real Time Clock with Alarm and Sleep Function, 2 Alarm Timers by Radio, Mono Control for Audio Quality and Display Dimmer Adjustment
- Included components: Radio Component/Tuner, Remote, User Manual, Power Cord, Warranty Card

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01BY02C5K |
| Department | Unisex |
| Item model number | HDT-20 |
| Manufacturer | Sangean America, Inc. |
| Product Dimensions | 43 x 30.99 x 7.54 cm; 2.27 kg |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sangean
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** IR
- **Product dimensions:** 43L x 28.5W x 7.5H centimeters
- **Special features:** Built-In Clock

## Images

![HDT-20 HD Radio/FM Stereo/AM Component Tuner, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PMhBfOYQL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it possible to connect an external yagi roof antenna with rg6 coax cable to this radio? or does it come with a small antenna connected permanently?**
A: Andrew:  The FM input on the Sangean is for standard 75-ohm (RG6) so your external antenna will connect.  It comes with an FM loop antenna, but I have an external antenna hooked up and it works fine.  rgds, Pete

**Q: Does this reciever pick up HD-2 signals?**
A: Yes this does. I read the manual and it says hd 1 hd2 and hd 3

**Q: Will it keep station memories if you unplug or lose power?**
A: I think for a little while. I have a Sangean HDR-18 radio, very similiar to this receiver in operation. I have unplugged it to move it and I did not loose any preset radio stations.

**Q: Can you force analog-only reception? There's a station I like that has very bad compression artifacts on the digital.**
A: Not that I can find. This was possible on the older model (HDT-1x) but not on this one as far as I can tell.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***R on 15 July 2019*

The quality of the HD Radio actually exceeded my expectations. Apparently, the Codec works well. It's better than analog FM, but still not as good as Audio CDs. There is a negative side to the reception though. When listening to the digital channels, if the signal isn't strong, there can be sound drop-outs, even though those have been managed by the circuits to result in little or no noise. Thus, don't expect to listen to a whole symphony without any glitches. This is happening to me in spite of my amplified antenna, which I provided myself. Also, the decision is often up to the station, to compress their narrative microphones more than they compress the classical music itself. I don't know why they do that. Or, if they offer more than one HD channel on their one frequency, they have to compress the channels more. I didn't bother to set up AM mode, and am satisfied overall. The impressive feat is high RF sensitivity. I get an FM station of some sort, on almost any assigned frequency I tune the receiver to, knowing that only odd multiples of 100kHz are assigned. Update: The problem with the sound drop-outs may have been due to one HD station I tune in to, because with that same station, the problem is not noticeably anymore. Update: This is one of those items, from which the buyer can select the HD 16 AM/FM, the HD 18 AM?FM, or the HD 20 AM/FM, at least in the Browser view. They are actually very different receivers. I only bought and use the HDT-20 HD AM/FM, and can therefore not vouch for the other items, that buyers can select out of the group. Dirk

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***E on 22 November 2025*

Sangean HDT-20 is a purpose-built radio component, not a standalone stereo. With a Channel Master antenna and booster, it reliably pulls HD channels across New England. Routed through an external DAC and into Audioengine 5 monitors, audio is clean, dynamic, and broadcast-grade. Strength lies in signal separation: tuner → DAC → amplifier. Minimal noise, accurate stereo. Ideal for modular setups where the user controls amplification and processing. Delivers high-fidelity over-the-air radio without subscriptions. Does exactly what it was engineered to do—nothing more, nothing less.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***N on 6 January 2024*

This is a great way to add HD radio to your AV system. It tunes a lot of stations using the small outside TV antenna system I have, but there is a problem with the optical/coaxial digital output. The digital output is silent for most of the frequencies on the FM band. No static and no stations even when they do tune in. I tried two different receivers and even the digital input of a MacBook Pro and the results were the same. The analog output sounds fine, but digital should be the way to go. Has anyone seen this issue? I have to try their support again. AM HD works fine, but there is only one weak station in the area far away, so I can’t use it downstairs. This is the second unit I tried. Both have build dates of 11/2022, but I bought one from Walmart which I returned. This one came from Amazon and I will probably keep it despite the problem. I would give it five stars if not for the digital output problem. There are really no competitive units still being made as HD radio has far more penetration in cars than in homes.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-21*