Not to mention the fact that the 800[s whip has a preamp behind it. Good
luck in getting a functional one the first time around. It's NOT uncommon
to have to exchange it for one that actually works. If you get a good one,
you'll probably love it...



"Invader3k" wrote in message
om...
Hi all. Currently I own a YB-400PE that I'm happy with. However, it
gets much better reception outside than in. We live in an apartment
building with thick walls and lots of RF noise. The YB picks up the
stronger stations well; however, with weaker ones it has problems.

I like the idea of the 800. However, I am wondering if in my current
surroundings I will get enough of a performance boost to justify the
400-500 bucks for a Satellit 800. I like the idea of the large whip
because putting up an outside antenna is really not an option in our
building. I was thinking the 800's filters and other controls would
probably help me get more listenable signals as well. Usually I use
the reel antenna with my YB-400.

Would appreciate any and all input. Also, where is the best place to
purchase the 800?

Thanks in advance.

Good point. SOmeone mentioned buying a reconditioned one from
Universal Radio. They're 100 bucks off the normal price, and are
supposedly retested and look the same (basically). Anyone have
experience with these units?

Thanks.

Not to mention the fact that the 800[s whip has a preamp behind it. Good
luck in getting a functional one the first time around. It's NOT uncommon
to have to exchange it for one that actually works. If you get a good one,
you'll probably love it...

In article ,
says...
Good point. SOmeone mentioned buying a reconditioned one from
Universal Radio. They're 100 bucks off the normal price, and are
supposedly retested and look the same (basically). Anyone have
experience with these units?


I do. I got one Drake reconditioned from Universal Radio for a
$100 off. It works perfectly. I really like it for the purpose I
bought it...band cruising...I'm not after rare DX. I have the advantage
of a really good, well grounded outdoor antenna, but I'm not sure WX
you'd get a $200 improvement over a YB-400 PE.

Thanks.

Not to mention the fact that the 800[s whip has a preamp behind it. Good
luck in getting a functional one the first time around. It's NOT uncommon
to have to exchange it for one that actually works. If you get a good one,
you'll probably love it...

Invader3k wrote:

Good point. SOmeone mentioned buying a reconditioned one from
Universal Radio. They're 100 bucks off the normal price, and are
supposedly retested and look the same (basically). Anyone have
experience with these units?

They are reconditioned by Drake, so getting a good one should be a near
certainty.


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