TYT TH-9800

I currently, or used to, own several Yaesu, Icom, Alinco, Radioddity, and Baofeng radios. I think this is my second TYT. The TYT TH-9800D is performing very well but I've only had it for a few hours. It's not a cheap looking build and feels solid, so I expect it to last a while. (Knock on wood). The Chirp programming went well, though I always need to remember how to get to the finer details in Basic setup (which is usually staring me in the face). This is kind of a clone of a Yaesu FT-8900 at a reasonable price. The speaker sound is good, it has clean signal output, the display is bright, and it's a nice looking radio (it doesn't have quite the same ruggedized look of the Yaesu). One oddity, though... the box arrived without any tape or seal, so it may have been opened before or could be an open box display unit from somewhere. Quite happy with the purchase.

I am not sure what or why some of the feature ratings really apply. How do you judge sheerness or thickness? Well, the radio is not all that thick, maybe less than 2 inches. Size wise it is good for a mobile radio as it has the detachable front. But I am using it as a base station with a TekPower 23 amp power supply and it seems to be doing great. I have not tried other bands than VHF, but I did get the TYT Quad band antenna to go with it and It can pick up distant repeaters and Hams from neighoring states. Is is the second radio. The first one seemed to have a problem resetting when the PTT was pushed for more than a few seconds and It also seemed to be hard to turn on and off. Their slight push on the power button was taking more than the one second in the manual. However, this one seems to be doing really well as I mentioned. I would recommend it as there are not that many Quad band radios available for this price range. You could get one of the Quad Band radios which are 25 watts for about half the price, but then you may only get about 20 - 25 miles range.

Broke. It worked great for 3 months and now it won’t power on. I really liked the idea of this product as it filled a number niches in my radio game, but unfortunately it just stopped working and Amazon says “ Return and product support windows have closed Ordered on December 3, 2022”. I guess I should have gotten the 3 year protection plan. Kinda cool while it lasted. I used most of the features and I may take it to a local Amateur Radio Club and see if I can pay someone to fix it or if it’s just a parts radio now.

In my collection of ham radios, I have owned or currently own several Yaesu, Icom, Alinco, Radioddity, and Baofeng radios. Among these, the TYT TH-9800D is my second TYT radio. I have only had it for a few hours, but it has already impressed me with its performance. The TYT TH-9800D has a solid build quality that does not appear cheap. It feels well-constructed and durable, giving me confidence in its longevity. I am optimistic that it will last for quite some time. The Chirp programming process went smoothly, although I occasionally need a reminder of how to access specific details in the Basic setup menu. It's usually quite straightforward, but sometimes it takes a moment to locate the desired setting. This radio is often considered a clone of the Yaesu FT-8900, but it comes at a more reasonable price point. It features good speaker audio, clean signal output, and a bright display. The overall appearance of the radio is aesthetically pleasing, although it lacks the ruggedized look of the Yaesu. One peculiar aspect of my purchase was that the box arrived without any tape or seals. This led me to suspect that it may have been opened previously or could be an open-box display unit from a store. Despite this, I am highly satisfied with my purchase and look forward to using the TYT TH-9800D for my amateur radio activities.

This radio looks great! The receiver is super sensitive. I hear my local airport tower full scale when it is barely receivable on a scanner. The detachable head makes for easy mobile mounting. The menu allows choices for scanning, and you can build a list of preferred frequencies to scan. Now the bad news. I installed the radio and while driving, the radio shut itself off. It would not come back on for about 10 minutes. The next day, while talking to a friend on the local repeater, I released the PTT and heard the other fellow calling me. The radio had stopped transmitting. I thought maybe it got too hot, as it tends to run hot, so after a few minutes I was able to transmit. On a road trip a few days later, the radio turned itself on! I turned it off, and that was it. It would not come on for love or money. DEAD. Checked fuses and connections and all was ok. The radio died. It was returned to Amazon. I will buy another one just in case I got a lemon. We will see. It is a great little radio and does all it is supposed to do when it works. It is a roll of the dice!

It's a decent base station. Comes unlocked which seen as a plus to some, however, transmiting out of band had bleed over. Chirp made it fairly easy to program all I needed. Great carry over until I upgraded.

The TYT TH-9800 PLUS Quad-Band Cross-Band 50W Mobile Transceiver Vehicle Radio is an excellent choice for amateur radio operators seeking versatility and power. With quad-band functionality, this mobile transceiver covers a wide range of frequencies, making it ideal for both local and long-distance communication. The impressive 50-watt output ensures strong, clear signals, while the cross-band repeat feature enhances communication flexibility. Easy-to-use controls and a robust design make this radio perfect for vehicle installation, providing reliable performance on the road. Highly recommended for anyone looking to upgrade their mobile ham radio setup with a feature-rich, dependable transceiver. Works with CHIRP too !

I use this mobile and at home. Excellent radio for the money. Plenty of power, does all 4 ham bands. (10m/6m/2m/70cm) Plus 446 PMR, and 11m CB Radio. Good on airband receive too. Most of the features of its Yaesu clone for 1/3 the money. Very sensitive on receive as well!