CB Radios | PRESIDENT GEORGE FCC AM/FM SSB CB RADIO
President George FCC — Full-Featured 40-Channel AM/FM/SSB CB Radio with NOAA Weather Alert
The President George FCC is a fully-loaded 40-channel CB radio that adds real single-sideband capability, FM, and NOAA weather alert to the familiar President operating platform. If you want a serious CB — not a “starter” radio — with modes and features that used to be reserved for export-band amateur rigs, the George is the pick.
Backed by a President 2-year warranty (extended to 5 years when purchased with a President antenna). Every radio can be professionally bench-tuned before it leaves the shop with the Pro Tune & Alignment option at checkout.
Who this radio is for
- Owner-operators and long-haul drivers who want a top-tier CB radio with FM and SSB, not just AM.
- SSB users on the 11-meter band. The George delivers 12W PEP on USB/LSB — the same class of SSB output as the Cobra 148 GTL and other classic SSB CBs.
- Off-roaders, overlanders, and trail-comms operators. AM, FM, and SSB in one radio covers every convoy scenario.
- Weather-aware drivers. 7 NOAA weather channels with automatic alert interrupt lets the George monitor severe-weather broadcasts while you talk on CB.
- President loyalists upgrading from an older AM-only President — same menu structure, familiar controls.
- Base-station CB operators who want SSB and FM at a home station on a 13.8V power supply.
Specs at a glance
| Frequency range | 26.965 – 27.405 MHz (11 meter CB) · NOAA WX 162.400 – 162.550 MHz (RX) |
| Channels | 40 CB + 7 NOAA weather (receive) |
| Modes | AM / FM / USB / LSB / PA |
| Output power | AM: 4W · FM: 4W · SSB: 12W PEP |
| Weather & alert | 7 NOAA WX channels with WX ALERT interrupt (breaks in on CB when a severe-weather broadcast starts) |
| Receive tools | Noise reduction circuit (NRC), ANL, NB, HI-CUT filter, RF gain, Automatic / Manual squelch, Clarifier |
| Sensitivity (20 dB SINAD) | AM: 0.5 µV · FM: 0.35 µV · SSB: 0.28 µV |
| Display | Multi-function LCD with 7 selectable backlight colors + dimmer |
| Convenience features | 4-channel memory, Scan / Scan Skip / Dual Watch, Mic gain, RF gain, 2 preset emergency channels, VOX, Talkback, Roger Beep, Beep, Function key, Built-in SWR meter, Front USB charging port (5V / 2.1A) |
| Microphone connector | 6-pin (front) · VOX microphone jack (rear) |
| Rear jacks | External speaker · PA speaker · SO-239 antenna (50 Ω) |
| Audio output | 3W internal · 3.5 mm external speaker jack (8 Ω) |
| Power supply | 13.8 VDC · RX drain 200–600 mA |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 7.28 × 6.77 × 2.20 in · 185 × 172 × 56 mm |
| Warranty | 2 years (5 years with a President antenna) |
Why choose the President George FCC
- Real SSB on a CB radio. 12W PEP on USB and LSB gives the George more effective range on marginal-condition contacts than an AM-only CB. This is the same class of SSB output as classic all-mode CBs like the Cobra 148 GTL — in a modern chassis with FM and weather alert added.
- FM mode included. The FCC opened FM operation on the CB band in 2021, and the George was built for it — cleaner audio on strong local signals, no license paperwork required.
- NOAA weather alert. Set WX ALERT while you're on channel 19 and the George breaks in the moment a severe-weather broadcast starts on a NOAA channel. Real safety feature for over-the-road drivers.
- Deep receive toolkit. Noise reduction circuit, ANL, NB, HI-CUT filter, plus RF gain and Clarifier — multiple ways to clean up a noisy band.
- 7-color display with dimmer. Match cab lighting or drop to a night-friendly level.
- Two preset emergency channels. One-touch access to CH9 and CH19 (or whichever you assign).
- Front USB charging. 5V / 2.1A jack on the front panel powers a phone or GPS without adding a second dash accessory.
- Front 6-pin mic jack + rear VOX mic jack. Room for both a handheld mic on the front and a hands-free VOX setup on the back — useful for base-station operators.
- Compact desktop-style chassis. 7.28 × 6.77 × 2.20 in fits factory radio pockets on Class 8 tractors, most pickup center consoles, and looks at home on a base-station desk.
- Extended 5-year warranty available. Purchase a President antenna in the same order and President Electronics extends the factory warranty from 2 to 5 years.
Truck & vehicle fitment
The George's compact desktop-style chassis (7.28 × 6.77 × 2.20 in) fits most Class 8 sleeper radio pockets and pickup center consoles. Allow ~8.5 in total clearance for the 6.77″ body plus rear coax and speaker connections.
| Vehicle | Fitment | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T680 / T880 / W900 | Overhead radio pocket or DIN mount | Compact body fits factory pocket with clearance for front 6-pin mic |
| Peterbilt 579 / 389 / 567 | Overhead pocket or center console DIN | Front 6-pin mic requires ~2″ mic-cord clearance |
| Freightliner Cascadia | Overhead radio pocket | Compact body ideal for the Cascadia's smaller pocket depth |
| Volvo VNL / Mack Anthem | Center console DIN or under-dash mount | Compact chassis fits center console and under-dash DIN brackets |
| International LT / LoneStar | Overhead pocket | Standard fit |
| Pickup trucks (F-150, Ram 2500, Silverado) | Center console, under-dash bracket, or base station | Desktop-style layout works equally well as a fixed base station |
| Jeep / 4x4 / overland rigs | Overhead console, roll-cage bracket, or center console | Compact chassis works for tight-cab installs; SSB adds range on trail nets |
| Base station (home) | Desktop with 13.8V PSU | Front + rear mic jacks and PA jack make the George a natural base-station pick |
Save with a complete George FCC combo
Skip the ala-carte build — save on a pre-built President George FCC kit with the accessories most operators pair with it:
- George FCC + President DIGIMIKE combo — adds the 6-pin noise-reducing microphone. The simplest audio upgrade path for a driver who mostly wants a better mic.
- George FCC + President BT MIKE Bluetooth combo — hands-free Bluetooth microphone with 5-level NRC filter. Good pick for a driver who wants to keep both hands on the wheel.
- George FCC + Virginia antenna + 3″ external speaker combo — complete magnet-mount install kit that also qualifies for the President 5-year extended warranty.
- George FCC + DIGIMIKE + Virginia antenna combo kit — radio, upgraded mic, and antenna in one line item, warranty extended to 5 years.
Recommended pairings (build your own kit)
- Microphone upgrade: President DIGIMIKE 6-pin noise-reducing microphone — matches the George's 6-pin front jack. Cuts diesel drone significantly on mobile installs.
- Hands-free mic: President BT MIKE Bluetooth microphone — wireless PTT with 5-level noise reduction.
- Antenna (magnet mount / no-drill): President Virginia magnet-mount antenna — 19.69″ magnet-mount, 250W PEP, factory pre-tuned. The natural pairing for the George on a pickup or SUV.
- Antenna (mirror-mount / trucker install): Stryker SR-A10 — 10,000W-rated whip that pairs with any 4W CB or 100W-class 10m radio.
- Mirror mount: DRX-3402 heavy-duty mirror mount — the standard for Class 8 mirror installs.
- Coax: DRX-1518 18-ft M213 — the electrical length that resonates cleanly on a mirror-mount install.
- External speaker: DRX-9010 premium external speaker — upgrades the 3W internal audio to something you can actually hear in a loud diesel cab.
- Bench tune: Pro Tune & Alignment — add at checkout for a professional bench tune before shipment.
What's in the box
- President George FCC CB radio
- President 6-pin dynamic microphone
- DC power cable
- Mounting bracket and hardware
- Owner's manual
License requirement
The President George FCC operates on the 11-meter Citizens Band (26.965–27.405 MHz). No FCC license is required to operate a CB radio in the United States — the FCC removed the licensing requirement for personal CB use in 1983. You do need to follow FCC Part 95 CB rules (40 channels, legal power limits, no illegal amplifiers), but there's no paperwork, exam, or callsign to obtain before transmitting.
Pro Tune & Alignment
Don't forget to add the Pro Tune and alignment option at checkout so that your radio is professionally bench-tuned for best performance per the manufacturer's service manual.
Warranty
President Electronics backs the George FCC with a 2-year factory warranty. Purchase a President-brand antenna in the same order and the factory warranty extends to 5 years. Warranty service is handled by CB Radio Supply — save your order confirmation as proof of purchase.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a license to use the President George FCC?
No. The George FCC is a Part 95 CB radio operating on the 11-meter Citizens Band. The FCC removed the licensing requirement for personal CB use in 1983. You still need to follow standard CB rules (40 channels, legal power limits, no unauthorized modifications), but no license, exam, or callsign is required.
What is the George FCC's output power?
Stock output is 4W on AM, 4W on FM, and 12W PEP on SSB. These are the FCC-legal limits for a CB radio; the George's SSB output at 12W PEP puts it in the same class as classic all-mode CBs like the Cobra 148 GTL.
Does the George FCC have SSB?
Yes. USB and LSB are both included. SSB on 11 meters gives you meaningfully more effective range than AM on marginal-condition contacts — and lets you talk with the SSB portion of the CB community that lives above channel 40 on 27.385 MHz LSB and similar frequencies. If you've never used SSB before, plan on a short learning curve for the clarifier and mic technique.
Does the George FCC have FM mode?
Yes. The FCC opened FM operation on the CB band in 2021, and the George FCC supports it. FM produces cleaner audio than AM on strong local signals, at the cost of less useful range on weak ones. No license paperwork is required to use CB FM.
What weather channels does the George FCC receive?
Seven NOAA weather channels between 162.400 and 162.550 MHz, receive-only. The WX ALERT function will interrupt CB reception when a NOAA severe-weather broadcast is transmitting — useful for over-the-road drivers who want the radio to warn them about severe weather ahead.
What microphone connector does the George FCC use?
The George uses a 6-pin front microphone jack — the same connector used by other current-generation President radios, and different from the 4-pin connector used by most classic CBs. Standard 4-pin CB microphones are not directly compatible. The President DIGIMIKE 6-pin noise-reducing microphone is the direct upgrade path.
Is the George FCC good for base station use?
Yes. The compact desktop-style chassis, front 6-pin mic jack plus rear VOX mic jack, external speaker jack, and PA speaker jack make it a natural base-station pick with a 13.8V power supply. NOAA weather alert is useful for home operators too.
How is the George FCC different from other President CBs?
The George is the top of the President CB lineup. Compared to AM-only President CBs, it adds FM, SSB (USB and LSB), Clarifier, NOAA weather alert, VOX, and the 7-color display. If you want a full-featured CB rather than a basic AM-only model, the George is the pick.
Does the George FCC work with the Cobra 148 GTL microphone or other 4-pin mics?
No, not directly. The George uses a 6-pin front jack; the Cobra 148 GTL and most classic AM/SSB CBs use a 4-pin jack. A 4-to-6 pin wiring adapter is technically possible but is not something we recommend or support; the cleaner path is a 6-pin mic like the DIGIMIKE or BT MIKE.
Can I extend the warranty on the George FCC?
Yes. President Electronics extends the factory warranty from 2 years to 5 years when you purchase the George and a President-brand antenna together in the same order. See our President antennas collection.
What antenna and coax should I pair with the George FCC?
For a no-drill install on a pickup or SUV, pair the George with the President Virginia magnet-mount antenna — the Virginia also qualifies you for the 5-year extended warranty. For a permanent mirror-mount install on a Class 8 truck, pair with the Stryker SR-A10 antenna, DRX-3402 mirror mount, and DRX-1518 18-ft M213 coax. For a base station, any 50-ohm resonant 11-meter CB antenna will work — the George doesn't care about the mount, only about SWR.
Ready to order
Add the President George FCC to your cart and pair it with the DIGIMIKE 6-pin noise-reducing microphone and a President Virginia magnet-mount antenna for the complete kit with the 5-year extended warranty. Or grab a pre-built George FCC + DIGIMIKE + Virginia combo in one line item. Don't forget to add the Pro tune and alignment option at checkout so that your radio is professionally bench-tuned for best performance per the manufacturer's service manual. Or shop the full President CB radios collection.