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December 2nd 05, 12:10 AM posted to rec.radio.shortwave

wrote:
I think he said he wanted about 1400 bucks.

If I wanted it I would for sure have to sell my Drake R8B or my Harley
Softail - and that ain't gonna happen. I don't know (I actually doubt)
if the Harris is a better unit than the Drake, although my friend said
it was his favorite radio. So there ya go and whaddayathink?

If it were me...I would not look at a pro grade receiver unless it was
really cheap. Chances are it has had the living xxxx run out of it
when in use by the original owner.
Also, remember that it was not designed for the casual SWL who likes a
lot of memories and features built into a small lightweight high
performance box. The Drake is at least all of that and more. The
Harris is a 40 pound rack mount receiver designed for lab work and
field monitoring.

If you set the two receivers side-by-side and ran A/B tests with the
same antenna I'd bet money you will hear the same stations on both.