"Mike" wrote in message
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On Sep 12, 6:25?pm, "Michael" wrote:
I like the 7600GR do mostly to the selectable AM synch. ? I have that
radio,
the G4000A, DE1101, KA-1102 and the Tecsun PL-550. ?I like to use the
PL-550
a lot because it has an analog tuning knob. The audio quality on the
PL-550
is also quite good. ?The audio on the G4000A is the best of the lot. ? The
only one of the stape portables that I dont have is the ATS-909. ?I like
that it has an analog tuning knob, but I'm not crazy about how poorly it
does off the whip. ?I wouldent sped 200 bucks on a portable that dosent
work
good without an external.

Michael


Michael,

I know what you mean. Sensitivity is critical for a compact portable!
But, my experimentation with the DX-398 (same as the 909) has shown
that you don't need a very long external. Ten to fifteen feet really
seems to bring my 398 to life. It also performs well in conjunction
with the Sony AN-LP1 active loop. Another problem that I have with the
radio, however, is the way it eats batteries.

Mike

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Hiya, Mike..

What do you think of the audio quality of the 398/909 ??? How does it stack
up in general against the E5 ??? I've been considering buying the E5 for a
while. I really like the analog tuning knob. It is an important feature
for me on a portable.

Thanx in advance !!!

Michael

Location: North NJ
Primary Rig: R75
Antennas: 102' G5RV & 30' x 40' Inverted L
Portables: 7600GR, G400A, DE-1101, KA-1102, PL-550