Re: [PLUG] [OT] SW radio question

[jeffv via plug <plug@lists.phillylinux.org>]

I'd probably go for an emergency-type unit, as mentioned earlier.
That aside, a really pleasant surprise was a Grundig YB400. Not made 
anymore, but can be found readily online, like ebay. Cheap, very 
sensitive. I don't know its specs but it is equal to anything I've found 
in pulling signals, with or without an antenna. There's an external 
antenna on a tiny reel you can clip up anywhere - boffo!

Regardless, you can locate schedules online and start listening right 
away. If you really want to make your head explode, check out the black 
art of antennas.

Good luck and hope for negative SHTF.



On 10/19/22 14:23, Eric Lucas via plug wrote:
> I know this is off topic however there are quite a few ham radio folks here
> and I need some knowledgeable advice.
>
> I'm planning on buying a portable AM/FM/SW radio and I'm down to these two
> Sangean ATS-909X2:
> https://www.amazon.com/SANGEAN-Ultimate-Multi-Band-Radio-ATS-909X2/dp/B08MSXX6LH/ <https://www.amazon.com/SANGEAN-Ultimate-Multi-Band-Radio-ATS-909X2/dp/B08MSXX6LH/>
> The Tecsun H501:
> https://www.amazon.com/H501-Worldband-Shortwave-Longwave-Reception/dp/B007NU351Q/ <https://www.amazon.com/H501-Worldband-Shortwave-Longwave-Reception/dp/B007NU351Q/>
>
> Both seem highly rated.
> The Tecsun has the ability to play mp3s but I doubt I will need that.
> They both charge their batteries internally which is a plus.
> The Tecsun seems to have better audio & speakers but for +$100 I don't 
> need it.
>
> Any recommendations, comments, or suggestions?
>
> Background: I'm interested in having a SW radio in case of a disaster. 
> The rest of the time it will
> just be playing plain old FM or AM radio.
> I'll be doing some research and practice so I know how to find what I'm 
> looking for when I need it.
>
> Thank you,
> Eric
>
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