The Sony ICF-SW7600G ( http://www.dxing.com/rx/icfsw760.htm ) is indeed
a fine compact portable shortwave radio. Sony stopped producing this
model in 2001 (I believe) when it was replaced by the ICF-SW7600GR.
The '7600GR is essentially the same radio as the '7600G feature-wise
and performance-wise, with the exception of two points: The '7600GR
has a variable attenuator and has 100 or 102 memories (as compared to
the 12 on the '7600G).

I've read these posts about the great deal that Amazon has on the
'7600GR, but looking on their website, I didn't find the free shipping
deal. While I found the listing for the '7600GR, I don't see that it's
available from Amazon directly (although it seems some Amazon
marketplace merchants have new and used units available):

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...&s=pc&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...3-1869565?s=pc

One merchant, Capital Electronics, does have the product available for
$128, but free shipping isn't indicated. Also, the merchant's ratings
are so spectacular. Still, if you're looking to save a some dough and
don't mind taking a chance...

One note on buying electronics through Amazon: Often electronic goods
sold on Amazon.com are through J&R Music World, and quite often the
shipping charge is a bit higher when ordering a product from J&R
through Amazon than if you were to order from J&R directly. Just
something to keep in mind, although J&R isn't offering the '7600GR
through Amazon.

J&R lists the ICF-SW7600GR for $149.99 with free shipping:

http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=1627439

....although a note on that page reads as follows:

To purchase this product, please visit our Retail Stores (click here
for hours and directions). You may also call our Toll Free Number
(800-806-1115) to speak to one of our knowledgeable sales associates
for up-to-the-minute pricing, information and availability. This item
is not available through our website at this time.

junius

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One merchant, Capital Electronics, does have the product available for
$128, but free shipping isn't indicated. Also, the merchant's ratings
are so spectacular. Still, if you're looking to save a some dough and
don't mind taking a chance...


correction: Amazon mktplace merchant Capital Electonics ratings are
NOT so spectacular: 15% neg; 5% neutral