--- product_id: 679296529 title: "FM Radio Kit" brand: "elenco" price: "Rp837387" currency: IDR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Elenco" url: https://www.desertcart.id/products/679296529-fm-radio-kit store_origin: ID region: Indonesia --- # 88-108 MHz FM range Electronic auto-scan tuning Hands-on soldering skill builder FM Radio Kit **Brand:** elenco **Price:** Rp837387 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📡 Build, tune, and own your soundscape—because real pros craft their own tech. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** FM Radio Kit by elenco - **How much does it cost?** Rp837387 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.id](https://www.desertcart.id/products/679296529-fm-radio-kit) ## Best For - elenco enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted elenco brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Tune Into Nostalgia:** Build your own FM receiver and rediscover classic radio vibes with a full 88-108 MHz frequency range. - • **Compact & Customizable:** Lightweight and portable with a sleek red design—ready for your personal 3D-printed case or desktop display. - • **Master the Maker Mindset:** Learn PCB basics and soldering skills hands-on, perfect for professionals craving a creative tech break. - • **Effortless Station Surfing:** Electronic auto-scan lets you jump through FM stations with just a button press—no dial fuss, just instant discovery. - • **Designed for DIY Excellence:** Pre-soldered main chip and clear instructions make this kit beginner-friendly yet rewarding for intermediate builders. ## Overview The Elenco FM Radio Kit is a hands-on educational project that lets you assemble a monophonic FM receiver covering 88-108 MHz with electronic auto-scan tuning. Ideal for beginners and intermediate builders, it teaches printed circuit board fundamentals and soldering skills through a well-designed, pre-organized kit. With 30 years of Elenco’s engineering expertise behind it, this compact, lightweight kit delivers reliable FM reception and a satisfying DIY experience. ## Description Product Description Build this kit to assemble a monophonic FM receiver (88-108mhz) with electronic auto-scan Will help you understand the basics of working with printed circuit boards Become familiar with a variety of electronic components Develop good soldering skills For 30 years Elenco has been using their strong engineering and design skills to develop reliable, affordable electronic test equipment, tools, and educational kits From the Manufacturer This kit is a monophonic FM (frequency modulation) receiver designed to receive FM signals in the frequency range (88-108mhz) it uses electronic auto-scan to search for FM stations. This scan system is done with two button switches-one switch scans up, the other resets to the start of the tuning position. Review: Super Fun FM Radio - This auto-scan FM kit from Elenco is fantastic. The instructions are well written and illustrated. Included is a good explanation of how the radio works and its different sections. All the components are organized for you in advance on a bit of cardboard. The main FM chip is surface-mount, but has been pre-soldered for you. The build process is straightforward, and all the parts are of reasonable quality for a kit like this. There is no case, but one could be 3D-printed if needed (though I think it is fine without a case, as the battery holder acts as a stand). The radio itself, once built, performs quite well after alignment (if you have bad performance, don't skip that step). The audio amp section is very loud. Tuning can be a little odd, as you can only "tune-up." You then reset the radio to start at the bottom of the band. Unfortunately you can't hold a specific frequency when listening to a marginal station. It will eventually lose lock and tune up. It works best with stronger stations. This is a great kit for beginners to advanced beginners. Intermediate builders will find it a relaxing build. Review: A great project to pass the time - I bought this to just pass the time, and as a kid I used to put together Heathkit things so I thought the time has come to get back to my youth. This FM kit is really a work of art. The board is beautifully detail and it was well packaged, presented and laid out. The instructions are excellent and there is lots of additional information on radios in general and this radio in particular. I have little understanding of these things but I read all about it anyway and was fascinated. And thank goodness it actually worked at the end of all my somewhat amateurish soldering. They make many good points about having the right soldering iron and learning to solder well. I recommend paying attention to that part. And it was fun when I finished to turn it on and instantly hear a radio station. The sound is mediocre but it's not meant to be that kind of listening excellence. I recommend being patient and steady and all should turn out well. ## Features - Build this kit to assemble a monophonic FM receiver (88-108mhz) with electronic auto-scan - Will help you understand the basics of working with printed circuit boards - Become familiar with a variety of electronic components - Develop good soldering skills - For 30 years Elenco has been using their strong engineering and design skills to develop reliable, affordable electronic test equipment, tools, and educational kits ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004YHZE0G | | Best Sellers Rank | #83,573 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #891 in Educational Science Kits | | Brand | Elenco | | Built-In Media | Owner's Manual | | Color | RED | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone, MP3 Player, Headphone, Earphone | | Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,508 Reviews | | Display Type | VFD | | Enclosure Material | Plastic | | Frequency | 108 MHz | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00756619008011 | | Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 13"L x 9"W x 0.75"H | | Item Weight | 1.6 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Elenco Electronics LLC | | Mfr Part Number | FM-88K | | Model Number | FM-88K | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Product Dimensions | 13"L x 9"W x 0.75"H | | Radio Bands Supported | FM | | Style | Standard | | Style Name | Standard | | Tuner Technology | FM | | Tuner Type | FM | | UPC | 885250561859 885348153102 756619008011 | | Warranty Description | Guaranteed against manufacturer defects | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Elenco - **Color:** RED - **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary - **Included Components:** Owner's Manual - **Item Weight:** 1.6 Ounces - **Power Source:** Corded Electric - **Product Dimensions:** 13"L x 9"W x 0.75"H - **Radio Bands Supported:** FM - **Style:** Standard - **Tuner Technology:** FM ## Images ![FM Radio Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81wqD05NuvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does the kit come with some type of soldering iron, or is that something you're expected to already own?** A: If you're looking to do this as a frequent hobby go ahead and get a soldering station. It's more money up front but it's worth every single penny. I bought a few kits and tried them with standard 'plug into wall' irons and got so frustrated. I ended up spending probably 100+ dollars on various irons and started to think I wasn't cut out for it. I watched some tutorial videos and they all preached about getting a station. So I got a Weller WES51 (About a hundred bucks) and right out of the box I was soldering like crazy. I used a dummy board to get the hang of it and I was ready to assemble an FM transmitter I'd gotten. It gets hot fast and you can dial in the temperature. You can clean the iron with the included sponge. Huge difference and now I'm just looking for a reason to solder something. :) **Q: Can FM stations be selected or does it continually scan?** A: Stations are tuned in and continue to be tuned in one at a time. Scan to the next station and hold until you press the button to scan to the next station. **Q: What are the dimensions of the circuit board? I would like to put it in a box** A: The board is 3-7/16" high by 5-9/32" wide by 1-1/2" thick. The antenna mount sticks off the top left edge of the board. **Q: Do you recommend this kit or another for learning basic soldering skills? I'd rather have a radio than a useless siren at the end. Thanks.** A: Yes, this would be a good starter kit to learn basic soldering skills. That was my main deciding factor when purchasing it so that I could teach my son how to solder. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super Fun FM Radio *by R***S on March 23, 2024* This auto-scan FM kit from Elenco is fantastic. The instructions are well written and illustrated. Included is a good explanation of how the radio works and its different sections. All the components are organized for you in advance on a bit of cardboard. The main FM chip is surface-mount, but has been pre-soldered for you. The build process is straightforward, and all the parts are of reasonable quality for a kit like this. There is no case, but one could be 3D-printed if needed (though I think it is fine without a case, as the battery holder acts as a stand). The radio itself, once built, performs quite well after alignment (if you have bad performance, don't skip that step). The audio amp section is very loud. Tuning can be a little odd, as you can only "tune-up." You then reset the radio to start at the bottom of the band. Unfortunately you can't hold a specific frequency when listening to a marginal station. It will eventually lose lock and tune up. It works best with stronger stations. This is a great kit for beginners to advanced beginners. Intermediate builders will find it a relaxing build. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great project to pass the time *by B***R on April 6, 2020* I bought this to just pass the time, and as a kid I used to put together Heathkit things so I thought the time has come to get back to my youth. This FM kit is really a work of art. The board is beautifully detail and it was well packaged, presented and laid out. The instructions are excellent and there is lots of additional information on radios in general and this radio in particular. I have little understanding of these things but I read all about it anyway and was fascinated. And thank goodness it actually worked at the end of all my somewhat amateurish soldering. They make many good points about having the right soldering iron and learning to solder well. I recommend paying attention to that part. And it was fun when I finished to turn it on and instantly hear a radio station. The sound is mediocre but it's not meant to be that kind of listening excellence. I recommend being patient and steady and all should turn out well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent kit for introduction to soldering, Just "okay" for teaching radio design *by A***S on April 14, 2024* I'm 28 with a fair amount of radio and electronics experience, though I hadn't soldered much in a while. I tried this kit for fun and to reacquaint myself with soldering before working on a more delicate project I have in mind. I found this kit to be very well-designed and easy to assemble. For the price, it is excellent. I had to detract one star because my kit included the incorrect screw for attaching the battery holder (not a big deal, but still annoying) and because I think there are other Elenco radio kits I'd recommend above this one. This kit would be great for a teenager's introduction to soldering (easy to follow assembly instructions, clearly labeled components and PCB, large soldering pads, a fun end-goal of producing your own radio), but probably just "okay" as an educational tool in teaching radio design to a young engineer. I understood the circuit descriptions and educational aspects found in the instruction manual, but I'm already familiar with those concepts. I think it'd be difficult to understand a lot of the provided circuit description and radio theory if I wasn't already familiar with the information. Another thing limiting this kit as an educational tool in radio fundamentals is the inclusion of an integrated circuit in the core of the receiver design. This makes everything more abstract from an educational perspective. I just checked around on Amazon, and there are several other Elenco radio kits available. Some of those are specifically "transistor" versions which involve no integrated circuits. That may mean twice as many components for you to solder, but it'd probably make for a better educational tool in teaching radio fundamentals. Two final tips: The kit features large soldering pads and lead-free solder. I support both of these choices for a beginner's kit (lots of space for your soldering iron, and no lead around children), but that combination can actually make soldering tricky because large pads sink more heat, and lead-free solder doesn't melt until higher temperatures. You'll probably want to use a chisel-tip on your soldering iron, and wet the tip with a bit of solder to help with heat transfer. If you have access to an oscilloscope, this is a fun little kit to probe around! The carrier frequency (~100 MHz) may be outside your scope's bandwidth, but most of the receiver circuitry operates at an intermediate frequency of 70 kHz, and the audio portion will be around ~1 kHz, both of which you can easily measure. So you can observe the ~1mV frequency-modulated 70 kHz IF signal on one channel, and on a second channel bring up the ~0.1V audio signal going to the speaker. Or probe anywhere along the chain rather easily. Fun stuff. ## Frequently Bought Together - Elenco FM Radio Kit - Elenco Practical Soldering Project Kit - MiOYOOW TJ-56-428 4-Digit Digital DIY Clock Kits with Acrylic Shell, DIY Alarm Clock Soldering Practice Kit for Students and DIYers, DIY Electronics Kit for Learning Electronics --- ## 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.id/products/679296529-fm-radio-kit](https://www.desertcart.id/products/679296529-fm-radio-kit) --- *Product available on Desertcart Indonesia* *Store origin: ID* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*