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Degen/Kaito 1103 (where to get?) (was: "Ultra" portable MW-SW-FM...)
Roger wrote:
David wrote: Roger wrote: Well, David recommended I look at the Sangean PT-80 ProTravel, so I assume his comment about me needing psychotherapy is because I did not take his recommendation. David (and others), how does the PT-80 compare to the Degen/Kaito 1103 with respect to MW and SW reception performance? I save quite a chunk of change going with the 1103, plus the 1103 is a little smaller and lighter. Also, my research indicates the 1103's performance in several important categories appears to be better than the PT-80. To me, it seems like a no-brainer. What do you plan on listening to after Cheney detonates his bomb? Anything left on the air will most likely be disinformation. Er, ok. Anyway, I'm considering using the Degen as my daily listener, and relegating the DX-399 to storage. So I am interested in the here and now ("pre-Cheney bomb".) So, let's get back on track and compare. Let's compare the relative sensitivity (MW-SW), and audio quality using earbuds between the following "ultra" portable models: Sangean PT-80 Sangean ATS-606 (essentially same as Radio Shack DX-399) Degen/Kaito 1103 Sony ICF-SW7600GR Sony ICF-SW100 (Of course, there's a great variation in price, and in features. The ATS-606/DX-399 does not have SSB, which to me is not important, but to others is important. When I bought my DX-399, I paid ~$35, so it was a no-brainer to get -- I should have bought two.) I'm sure a couple others could be added to the above list, but they should not be any larger than the largest already there. Roger Well, you won't find as good of a deal as Radio Shack had. The PT-80 is cheap and is a better clock than a radio, according to Passport. If you like the 606, get another one, but you won't get it for anywhere near $35. If you want a Degen (either the 1103 or the sister rx the 1102) then you can find new ones for $50 on Ebay. If you want a Sony, you'll pay through the nose ($150 for the 7600-IF you can find one). When there are better, cheaper portables out there, why bother? Bottom line: if you want an identical twin to what you've got, buy the Sangean. If price is a concern, buy the Degen. Oh, and ignore David, he's a weirdo. |
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