Meter,

If you are strictly interested in Listening to Hams on SSB then get
the Sangean ATS-909 / RadioShack Dx-398.

If your are a Radio Program Listener (International Shortwave Radio)
then get the Sony ICF-SW7600GR Radio.

IMHO - The Sony ICF-SW7600GR is the "Better Overall"
'portable' AM/FM Shortwave Radio of the two.

hey - its just an opinion ~ RHF