On Jan 3, 1:23*pm, msg wrote:
mc wrote:
Sony makes a car stereo system that includes shortwave radio. *How well does
it perform? *Would I actually be able to hear at least the major
international outlets (BBC, RCI, etc.) while driving across town?

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This got me looking for alternatives; a quick web search produced references
to the Becker Europa radio, (presumably DIN form factor) which includes
shortwave in various models covering at least 40 years.

Here is a photo of a vintage version:
* *http://www.mbzponton.org/images/mb_r...a_TR_190SL.jpg

Here is an eBay listing of a more current version (quite inexpensive):

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Becke..._W0QQcmdZViewI...

Also quite popular were converters; one of the most visually attractive
was made by Reims and had pushbutton selection of various band segments.
* *http://www.mbzponton.org/valueadded/...dios.htm*(scan down the page)

There certainly were aftermarket converters for continuous SW coverage with features
to be found in communication receivers; but the Reims unit seems to be one
of the few stock options available for a car.

Anyone know of other brands or options for various automobile makes?

Regards,

Michael

Becker Radio$ Expen$ive ?

What was it they use to say many years ago . . .

The only 'acce$$ory' that you could get with your
Becker Radio is a Mercede$ Benz ! ) ~ RHF