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Old April 22nd 06, 06:37 AM posted to rec.radio.shortwave
DeWayne
 
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Default Drake R8 Vs Eton E1 - MW


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I admit to never having used either model, but from reviews and such,
the R8 is supposed to be great for DXing both shortwave and medium
wave. Perhaps improving your antenna would be the better route to
go.
The AOR is supposed to be a good loop, but perhaps you could try an
outdoor antenna to improve reception?


Can't have an outdoor antenna.

What about an outdoor antenna that no one can see? Such an antenna
would deliver better performance for a fraction of the cost.


There may be a way that I haven't tried, but I'm not sure it's worth the
hassle. I'm happy with my SW performance, just wondering if adding a
portable would do better for MW with my AOR loop.



Magnet wire can be used for an antenna that is all but invisible.


There aren't even any small satellite dishes here. I couldn't put anything
up without being seen. I'm looking at the Ccrane twin coil ferrite antenna
for $100. But I still don't know if it would be any better than my AOR loop.
Anyway thanks for all the help folks. There are a lot of very helpful people
here when someone needs it!