On Sat, 31 Jul 2010 19:56:00 -0400, Bob wrote:

Hi,

Just curious re your opinions.

What would be the next step up for a table top receiver over the
JRC NRD 545 ?

Should include the vhf/uhf mil air, PD, etc. bands as well as HF.

What would it offer better than the 545: sensitivity, or...?
When was it first on the market ?

Assume a $3,500 limit. Should be new, not used.

Not interested in a SDR receiver; tried one but returned it due to all
the software glitches.

Thanks,
Bob

I think an SDR still delivers the best bang for the buck. What type of
computer were you using with your SDR? I have a Perseus SDR and I
can't remember the last time I had a "glitch" or any other problem
with it. It always outperforms my amateur transceiver on the MW band
and any AM signals using the sych detector. Plus the noise blanker is
more effective and the filters are really "brick wall".
http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/7227

Jim