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To the group:

1. What is the best antenna tuner for SWL?

2. If you have a MLB (Magnetic Longwire Balun) between you antenna and lead
in wire, would you still need an antenna tuner?

Thank you in advance

DJB,

For SWL'ing you most likely what a Pre-Selector instead of an Antenna
Tuner.

The MFJ-956 works reasonably well and is simple to use, small and low
cost.

If you have you a well planned and built SWL Antenna: Wire Antenna
Element, Matching Transformer; Ground Rod; and Coax Cable. Then the
use of a Pre-Selector (Antenna Tuner) will most likely depend on you
Radio/Receiver.

If you have a high end {quality} Receiver like the Drake R8B and
others, you most likely will not require a Pre-Selector (Antenna
Tuner). However, if you have a 'portable' AM/FM Shortwave Radio; then
you may find that using a Pre-Selector (Antenna Tuner) can be very
helpful in improving your reception.

iane ~ RHF

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