Seriously, all I have is a wall plug with 110v. I want to start listening AM/FM SW up to SSB. I have read articles on Grundig Eton, Kaito (?), Degean (?), Tecsun and a few others. Looking to buy (used) $150-200 portable unit that pulls it in nice and clean. Ultimately I will want to get my license and broadcast later. OK that is it, help.........over.
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The SDR Play is a hell of a receiver and a new one is around $130. It may not be your style but I thought it was worth mentioning.
County Comm has a pretty cool portable receiver
https://countycomm.com/collections/radio
As 543_Dallas mentioned, the Rsp-1 from SDRplay is a slick unit. I have one, and it works great. You will need a computer or tablet to make it work. Free software out there for PC's, and the android based tablets can use SDR Touch, which costs around 10 bucks.
Another decent sdr is the Soft66. I think the manufacturer quit making them, but have seen some new units for sale on eBay. It does HF/VHF/UHF, and sells for around 60 bucks.
73,
Brett
https://countycomm.com/collections/radio
As 543_Dallas mentioned, the Rsp-1 from SDRplay is a slick unit. I have one, and it works great. You will need a computer or tablet to make it work. Free software out there for PC's, and the android based tablets can use SDR Touch, which costs around 10 bucks.
Another decent sdr is the Soft66. I think the manufacturer quit making them, but have seen some new units for sale on eBay. It does HF/VHF/UHF, and sells for around 60 bucks.
73,
Brett
BJ radionut
Supporting Member and 6m addict
http://www.hamuniverse.com/shortwave.html
Maybe this info can help you decide...price line vs. features
All the Best
Gary
Maybe this info can help you decide...price line vs. features
All the Best
Gary
Even for SWL the antenna you build and install will be as pivotal - if not more so - that the radio you choose . . .
What is you plan there?
What is you plan there?
As stated before; the SDR radio dongle and a laptop would be an excellent choice - IMO.
For an antenna, a 9:1 balun and long wire would get you up and running in quick order.
I can't read minds so take this with a grain of salt but I'm thinking that what F-STOP is looking for is something self contained that has a telescoping antenna built in, anything that requires being set up or installed probably doesn't meet his definition of portable.
Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong F-STOP.
PS: I know that link wasn't for me BJ but I'm going to save it anyway.
Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong F-STOP.
PS: I know that link wasn't for me BJ but I'm going to save it anyway.
Yeah, you are probably right. Just hope he doesn't get too disappointed with his results.I can't read minds so take this with a grain of salt but I'm thinking that what F-STOP is looking for is something self contained that has a telescoping antenna built in, anything that requires being set up or installed probably doesn't meet his definition of portable.
Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong F-STOP.
PS: I know that link wasn't for me BJ but I'm going to save it anyway.
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I can't read minds so take this with a grain of salt but I'm thinking that what F-STOP is looking for is something self contained that has a telescoping antenna built in, anything that requires being set up or installed probably doesn't meet his definition of portable.
Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong F-STOP.
PS: I know that link wasn't for me BJ but I'm going to save it anyway.
This antenna thing is new to me, never thought about it. Yes I want portable, not a base station. However At home I want the best reception. So I need to look into a long wire antenna.One thing about myself is I research the hell out of everything I invest in. I know I can get into SWL for $300. So now I have a good idea of the type receiver I want, time to focus on an antenna that will bring the best out of the receiver. I am up for building an antenna.