$100 Radio ?
 

Hi,
I havent had a shortwave in probably 25 years, and am thinking about
getting another one. The one I had back in the day was a Rhapsody, one
of those larger tabletop models with the swivel "directional" antenna on
top of it. Probably $50 or so back in the early 1980's.
It did, as far as I know, a decent job. I enjoyed listening to the
propaganda from the old Soviet Union.
I see radios now ranging from $10 to whatever you care to spend. It
looks like most of the folks in here have high end radios, but Im
planning on staying under $100.00 as that should cover a radio that will
provide some "casual" listening. That, and funds are limited, and I do
like to have several interests covered and not all my money tied up in
one activity.
I do read reviews and such on the net, but I always prefer to hear
personal experiences from actual users.
About the only features Id require on a cheap radio is an external
antenna jack (I think many el-cheapos lack this), and a digital tuner,
as Ive always found sliderules to be inaccurate on most any kind of
radio.
Any recs or warnings?
Thanks,
Nathan

$100 Radio ?
 

I see radios now ranging from $10 to whatever you care to spend. It
looks like most of the folks in here have high end radios, but Im
planning on staying under $100.00 as that should cover a radio that will
provide some "casual" listening. That, and funds are limited, and I do
like to have several interests covered and not all my money tied up in
one activity.

Check out the the Degen DE-1103. Excellent receiver in the under-$100 range.

Jackie

$100 Radio ?
 

"Buzzygirl" wrote in message
...
I see radios now ranging from $10 to whatever you care to spend. It
looks like most of the folks in here have high end radios, but Im
planning on staying under $100.00 as that should cover a radio that will
provide some "casual" listening. That, and funds are limited, and I do
like to have several interests covered and not all my money tied up in
one activity.

Check out the the Degen DE-1103. Excellent receiver in the under-$100
range.

While I don't have any experience with this unit, that is exactly what I was
going to say. I've been watching these on eBay, cheapest place to buy one,
just over $60...

$100 Radio ?
 

Nathan Bates wrote:
Hi,
I havent had a shortwave in probably 25 years, and am thinking about
getting another one. The one I had back in the day was a Rhapsody, one
of those larger tabletop models with the swivel "directional" antenna on
top of it. Probably $50 or so back in the early 1980's.
It did, as far as I know, a decent job. I enjoyed listening to the
propaganda from the old Soviet Union.

As buzzygirl said, the Degen DE1103 is probably the best package of
radio features for the money. Just search on Ebay for DE1103 (don't
include the name Degen) and you will find a couple of reliable sellers.


I got mine from Liypn and had excellent service.
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZliypnQQhtZ-1

And another reliable seller is tquchina.
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZtquchinaQQhtZ-1

Finally, this website has a lot of information on the newer portables
including some extensive reviews. There is a review of the DE1103.
http://www.radiointel.com/

If you decide to go with a different radio, just be sure it includes
digital tuning.

Good luck, and be sure to post your final choice.

$100 Radio ?
 

On 3 Feb 2006 06:46:02 -0800, "John S." wrote:



As buzzygirl said, the Degen DE1103 is probably the best package of
radio features for the money. Just search on Ebay for DE1103 (don't
include the name Degen) and you will find a couple of reliable sellers.


I recommend supporting those who support me.

http://www.universal-radio.com/catal...able/0028.html

$100 Radio ?
 

I suggest (only suggesting) spending a little bit of extra money and buy
a Sony 7600GR radio.I think someone once said Amazon.com sells them at
the lowest price.I bought mine from www.jr.com
I believe you would be much happier with a Sony 7600GR radio.
cuhulin

$100 Radio ?
 

Hello,

You can also find it here :
http://www.radios4you.com/shortwave.html


You can also have a look to the DE/KA 1102 which is said to be quite good.

Charly

$100 Radio ?
 

I saw the Grundig 400PE listed at amazon.com for 99 bucks, including
shipping.

$100 Radio ?
 

Nathan,
Save a few extra bucks, or splurge for a Sony ICF-SW7600GR. It is on sale
for $129 at Etronics.com.
It has the best performance/price value currently available. It includes a
Sync Detector which is unavailable on ANY radio even remotely near its price
class.

You will not be sorry that you splurged.

"Nathan Bates" wrote in message
...

Hi,
I havent had a shortwave in probably 25 years, and am thinking about
getting another one. The one I had back in the day was a Rhapsody, one
of those larger tabletop models with the swivel "directional" antenna on
top of it. Probably $50 or so back in the early 1980's.
It did, as far as I know, a decent job. I enjoyed listening to the
propaganda from the old Soviet Union.
I see radios now ranging from $10 to whatever you care to spend. It
looks like most of the folks in here have high end radios, but Im
planning on staying under $100.00 as that should cover a radio that will
provide some "casual" listening. That, and funds are limited, and I do
like to have several interests covered and not all my money tied up in
one activity.
I do read reviews and such on the net, but I always prefer to hear
personal experiences from actual users.
About the only features Id require on a cheap radio is an external
antenna jack (I think many el-cheapos lack this), and a digital tuner,
as Ive always found sliderules to be inaccurate on most any kind of
radio.
Any recs or warnings?
Thanks,
Nathan

$100 Radio ?
 

SeeingEyeDog is Right.Go for the Sony 7600GR Radio.
cuhulin

$100 Radio ?
 

Many Thanks to the group for all the good advice. Im researching it all
closely on the net, but I imagine it will end up being the Kaito 1103 as
Id like to get the most frequency coverage for the money. It also has
the sideband feature, which I know nothing abut apart from CB radio, but
am learning about it. I like to pick up all the stations I can. I even
once built a rig using the yoke from the back of an old TV picture tube
attached to a cheap audio amplifier (like a "super ear" or some such)
and could pick up some kind of beacon loud and clear. Interesting as it
cost next to nothing to make.
I like the Kaito, but will also probably pick up an old used heavy rig,
something like an old Realistic SW-100 just for nostalgia :o)
Again, many thanks!
Nathan

$100 Radio ?
 

Keep in mind that you will be stuck with that cheap radio for a long time as
they have Zero resale value.

"Nathan Bates" wrote in message
...

Many Thanks to the group for all the good advice. Im researching it all
closely on the net, but I imagine it will end up being the Kaito 1103 as
Id like to get the most frequency coverage for the money. It also has
the sideband feature, which I know nothing abut apart from CB radio, but
am learning about it. I like to pick up all the stations I can. I even
once built a rig using the yoke from the back of an old TV picture tube
attached to a cheap audio amplifier (like a "super ear" or some such)
and could pick up some kind of beacon loud and clear. Interesting as it
cost next to nothing to make.
I like the Kaito, but will also probably pick up an old used heavy rig,
something like an old Realistic SW-100 just for nostalgia :o)
Again, many thanks!
Nathan

$100 Radio ?
 

Nothing wrong at all with finding old rigs (actually,I prefer the old
rigs) at thrift stores,junk shops,yard
sales,fleamarkets,wherever,whatever,for only a few dollars,,, pocket
change.Look,if you spend over $140.00 for a portable radio or over
$400.00 dollars for a table model radio in the usual stores,(forget
ebay) you spent too much money.Go for the cheap sales areas.
cuhulin

$100 Radio ?
 

Kaitos and Degens,,, good chance they might short out and burn your
house down.I stay away from them firestarters.
cuhulin

$100 Radio ?
 

No biggie on being stuck with a cheap radio, as my father-in-law and I like
to dabble with radios. He has a little trading post in a neighboring town.
We buy, sell, trade, mostly CB radios, and the occasional scanner. We dont
run across many shortwave sets. He has an OLD Robyn CB rig right now, along
with an old Regency. Tube types, and they work good. Somebody will come
along and want them eventually.
But if we cant sell, we usually manage to trade for something else we want
:o)
Nathan

"SeeingEyeDog" wrote in message
...
Keep in mind that you will be stuck with that cheap radio for a long time
as
they have Zero resale value.

"Nathan Bates" wrote in message
...
I like the Kaito, but will also probably pick up an old used heavy rig,
something like an old Realistic SW-100 just for nostalgia :o)
Again, many thanks!
Nathan

$100 Radio ?
 

wrote in message
...
Kaitos and Degens,,, good chance they might short out and burn your
house down.I stay away from them firestarters.
cuhulin


Have any proof of your statements? I've done some research online about
these units, I've read of a few problems, but never once have I read
anything about a unit shorting out, let alone causing a fire..

You really shouldn't spread false information like you do, some day it's
going to come back and bite you in the ass!

$100 Radio ?
 

Even some American brand names of some products sometimes burn some
houses down.I think it was a certain American brand name of electric
coffee makers that a number of them did catch fire and there was that
Daimler/Chrysler hybrid car on recharging the batteries in a certain
garage in Florida that did burn most of that house down.(Look em up) One
thing is for sure,y'all will never catch me buying a Kaito or Degen
"radio"
cuhulin