{"product_id":"superstar-ss-686-am-ssb-cb-radio","title":"SuperStar SS-686 AM\/SSB 10-Meter Radio","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SuperStar SS-686 is a 10-meter AM\/SSB mobile amateur radio with a frequency display, large three-in-one analog meter and automatic display dimming. Its listed output is 20W RMS \/ up to 60W peak on AM and 40W on SSB. A noise-canceling microphone is included with the radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the SS-686 when you want AM and single-sideband operation with a traditional front-panel layout. This is an amateur-band radio, not a license-free 40-channel CB transceiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAM and SSB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two operating-mode choices for appropriately licensed amateur use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency display:\u003c\/strong\u003e See the selected operating frequency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-in-one meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e View signal, RF power and SWR information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic dimming:\u003c\/strong\u003e The display adjusts its brightness automatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded microphone:\u003c\/strong\u003e A noise-canceling microphone is supplied with the radio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTalkback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor your microphone audio through the radio’s speaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable RF power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjust transmit power for your operating setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRadio specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuperStar SS-686\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadio class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-meter mobile amateur radio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAM and SSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed operating range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28.765–29.205 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed AM output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20W RMS \/ up to 60W peak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed SSB output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-in-one analog meter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay dimming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlan your installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the radio's physical dimensions, mounting clearance and power requirements before choosing an installation location. Allow room for the controls, microphone cable and rear connections; do not assume a bracket or truck cubby fits from the brand name alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse an antenna system designed and adjusted for your operating frequencies. Inspect the mount, ground connection and coax, then check SWR before transmitting. A meter is a monitoring aid, not a substitute for proper antenna setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete SS-686 kits and accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbradiosupply.com\/collections\/superstar-10-meter-radios\"\u003eSuperStar 10-meter radios and combos\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbradiosupply.com\/products\/superstar-ss-686-am-ssb-cb-radio-drx-9010-external-speaker-drx-6560-4-pin-noise-cancelling-dynamic-microphone-combo\"\u003eSS-686 audio combo\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds a DRX-9010 external speaker and an extra DRX-6560 microphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbradiosupply.com\/products\/superstar-ss-686-am-ssb-cb-radio-stryker-sr-a10-antenna-drx-3402-heavy-duty-mirror-mount-drx-1518-18ft-premium-m213-coax-combo\"\u003eSS-686 truck-install combo\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds the Stryker SR-A10 antenna, DRX-3402 mirror mount and DRX-1518 coax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbradiosupply.com\/products\/cb-radio-accessories-drx-9010-driver-extreme-premium-external-speaker\"\u003eDRX-9010 external speaker\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add an external listening speaker to an existing installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe radio-only listing does not include the antenna installation package or external speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SS-686 a license-free CB radio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a 10-meter amateur radio with AM and SSB modes, not a license-free 40-channel CB radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much output does the SS-686 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListed output is 20W RMS \/ up to 60W peak on AM and 40W on SSB. These are separate mode-specific figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it operate in FM?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SS-686 is listed for AM and SSB operation, not FM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat amateur license is needed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the listed 28.765–29.205 MHz operating range, U.S. voice operation requires General-class privileges or higher, or existing Advanced-class privileges. Technician voice privileges are limited to SSB in a different part of the 10-meter band. Operate only on frequencies and modes permitted by your license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a microphone included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A noise-canceling microphone is included with the radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the main listing include an antenna or external speaker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The antenna system and external speaker are separate purchases; the truck-install combo includes an antenna, mount and coax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my existing truck cubby?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the radio and mounting location and allow clearance for controls, brackets and cable connections. Do not assume fit from the truck or radio brand alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ranger","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":52015410315581,"sku":"SS-686","price":369.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/0674\/1262\/files\/superstar-ss-686-40-channel-amssb-cb-radio-1300357.png?v=1792529887","url":"https:\/\/cbradiosupply.com\/products\/superstar-ss-686-am-ssb-cb-radio","provider":"CB Radio Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}