Brands of HD Radio Tuners

HD radio, which stands for "Hybrid Digital" is digital audio technology used for both AM and FM frequencies. These radios have high definition coding and cost a fair amount higher than other types of radios. There are only a few brands that produce quality HD radio.

Sony

Sony is the first company that introduced the public to HD radio. Since they are one of the most respected companies that produce excellence electronics, Sony’s HD radio receivers stand out with affordable prices and near perfect sound quality. A few of the HD radio products cost as low as $60, such as their CDX-SAT HD ready radio. Radios with many more options such as the Explod HD receiver and the Sony XT 100 HD radio cost around $100.

iLuv

Most HD iLuv radios come with a special alarm clock and even an iPod dock for your favorite songs. iLuv radios have perfect sound, creating crisp and clear sound bytes. Most of these iLuv radios are under $50, and all come with a charger, dock, and accessories. They have also redone a classic boom box with clear sound and an all-new small modern design. They also have standard clock radios with new HD sound that can be placed next to your bed and set to either alarm or radio.

Onkyo

These Japanese radios have Dolby True HD master audio and HQV Reon. Onkyo is the first brand of radios that not only produce good sound, but they also have HD video as well. Their Studio Master quality sound is made possible by Dolby’s TX-SR875 codec. Although most Onkyo HD radios are over $100, they can be used for watching movies and listening to your favorite stations alike.