You cant go wrong with the $100 Grundig S350 which accepts an external
antenna and ground...Pretty civilized receiver with a rf gain control that
has never been needed to be cranked more'en half way up here in O'do

Check radiointel.com for reviews on a new Degen radio similar to the ATS 909
for about $100

yodar


"Mark" wrote in message
om...
Hey Gang,

I am in need of some help in picking out a new shortwave radio. I no
nothing about them, but I am looking for something for $150 or less.
The SOLE PURPOSE that I need this radio for is to pull in as clearly
as possible any and all radio stations from the UK. Specifically the
BBC stations. I live in Minneapolis, MN if that makes any
difference. I am not at all concerned with am, fm or stations from
any other part of the world, ONLY the UK. My wife wants to get me one
for Christmas, so quick replies would be appreciated. Thanks in
advance for any help you can provide. Please e-mail all responses to
me at

Mark