weatherall wrote:

I'm curious about what everyone in this newsgroup considers as their
best shortwave receiver. Mainly I'd like to know if there is a
tendency for using portables vs. so-called desktop receivers. My best
radio is a Sony ICF SW7600GR, and at this time, I only have portable
radios.

That's kind of a loaded question. My best is a Kenwood R-5000. I sold it
when I bought a TS-430 as the receivers are similar and I had an NRD-535d.

I was never happy with the ergonomics and the sound of the NRD, so I traded
it for the R-5000 (and the difference in value).

Not counting the TS-430, which does just as well everything the R-5000
does, but has less memories, the second would be a Sony ICF-2010. The
2010 has better strong signal AM reception due to the synchronous
decoder, but the R-5000 can hold its own in ECSS and is able to copy
signals 10-20db weaker.

I also have a Sony ICF-7600a (the original analog version) which I
bought used for $20. It has limited coverage and a scratchy volume
control, but it works and receives the BBC adn the weaker FM stations
quite well.

I also have a Grundig FR-200, which is ok, but even the Sony receives
better. The last time we had a power failure, I brought out the candle
lanterns and the FR-200. Watching me crank it took the edge off of the
situation and yes, it did work ok, especialy since there was no interference
from all the electronic devices in the area.

Geoff.

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