Thank you for viewing. I have confirmed operation with AA batteries. AM reception is OK. The item for sale is the main unit only, and batteries and earphones are not included. This is a used item, so it will be delivered as is. The battery compartment's battery insertion area is stiff, so please insert and remove the batteries with some force. Thank you for your consideration. - Brand: aiwa - Model: CR-S3 - Reception Method: AM - Tuning Method: Analog - Battery: DC 3V (2 AA batteries)