SuperStar SS-88HL Audio Combo with DRX-9010 Speaker and Extra Mic
SuperStar SS-88HL Audio Combo: External Speaker and Extra Four-Pin Mic
Pair the SuperStar SS-88HL AM/FM/SSB 10-Meter Radio with a DRX-9010 external speaker and an extra DRX-6560 noise-cancelling microphone. This package suits a mobile installation that already has an appropriate antenna system and needs a dedicated received-audio speaker plus an additional handheld microphone.
Included Components
| Item | Quantity | Role |
|---|---|---|
| SuperStar SS-88HL AM/FM/SSB 10-Meter Radio | 1 | AM, FM, USB and LSB amateur radio with frequency counter and high/low power |
| Driver Extreme DRX-9010 External Speaker | 1 | External communications speaker for received audio |
| Driver Extreme DRX-6560 4-Pin Noise-Cancelling Dynamic Microphone | 1 | Extra microphone for the radio's standard four-pin microphone jack |
SS-88HL Radio Features
- AM, FM, upper sideband and lower sideband operation, plus PA mode.
- High/low RF power selection; manufacturer-rated output of 10 watts AM/FM and 25 watts PEP SSB.
- Five-digit front-panel frequency counter with its own on/off switch.
- Dual-control echo with talkback during echo operation.
- NB/ANL receive-noise controls and a switchable roger beep.
- Fine and coarse clarifier controls and a standard four-pin microphone jack.
Radio Specifications
| Manufacturer-rated output | 10 watts AM/FM; 25 watts PEP SSB |
|---|---|
| Frequency range | 28.315 to 28.755 MHz |
| Channels | 40 |
| Input voltage | 13.8V DC nominal |
| Clarifier ranges | Fine: 1.5 kHz, receive only; coarse: 5.0 kHz, receive and transmit |
| Frequency shift | +10 kHz |
| Radio dimensions | 2-3/8″ H × 7-7/8″ W × 9-1/4″ D |
| Radio weight | 5 lb |
| Antenna connector | UHF, SO239 |
Audio Setup
Connect the DRX-6560 to the SS-88HL standard four-pin microphone jack. The DRX-9010 connects to the external-speaker output for received audio. Mount the speaker where it will not obstruct controls or vehicle safety equipment. The extra DRX-6560 does not remove the factory microphone supplied with the radio.
This package does not include an antenna, antenna mount or coax cable. Use a suitable antenna system adjusted for the frequencies you intend to operate.
Amateur Radio Operation
The SS-88HL is a 10-meter amateur radio, not a license-free CB radio. Transmitting requires the appropriate amateur radio license. Use only frequencies and modes permitted by your license.
Pro Tune and 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.
Other SS-88HL Options
Choose the SS-88HL radio by itself or the SuperStar SS-88HL Truck Install Combo with SR-A10 Antenna. Browse all SuperStar 10-meter radios and packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the SS-88HL audio combo?
The package includes one SuperStar SS-88HL radio, one Driver Extreme DRX-9010 external speaker, and one extra Driver Extreme DRX-6560 four-pin noise-cancelling dynamic microphone. The factory microphone supplied with the radio stays included.
Does the DRX-6560 fit the SS-88HL microphone jack?
Yes. The SS-88HL uses a standard four-pin microphone jack, and the DRX-6560 uses standard four-pin Cobra-style wiring.
Does the extra microphone replace the factory microphone?
No. The DRX-6560 is an additional microphone; the factory microphone supplied with the radio stays in the package.
What is the DRX-9010 speaker used for?
The DRX-9010 is an external communications speaker for received audio. Connect it to the radio's external-speaker output, not its PA output.
Does this audio combo include an antenna or coax?
No. An antenna, mount and coax are not included in the audio package. Use a suitable antenna system adjusted for your operating frequencies.
Does the SS-88HL have FM and sideband?
Yes. It supports AM, FM, USB and LSB, with high/low power settings, a frequency counter, dual-control echo and talkback during echo operation.
Is this a license-free CB radio package?
No. The SS-88HL is a 10-meter amateur radio. Transmitting requires the appropriate amateur radio license and operation within the frequencies and modes permitted by your license.