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Grundig G2 Reporter now shipping
The Grundig G2 Reporter is now shipping from Universal Radio. The price is $149.95. It’s worth noting that Universal has a lot of images of the radio, including photos of the box and contents. I’ll post reviews of the G2 … Continue reading
Update: ELAD FDM-S1 shipping March 26
I just received an update from WoodBoxRadio stating that the new ELAD FDM-S1 software defined radio will begin shipping Monday, March 26, 2012 to those who have pre-ordered the unit. WoodBoxRadio also noted that the FDM-S1 is still available at … Continue reading
Update: Bonito RadioJet IF-Receiver 1102S
An inside scoop just for SWLing Post readers: We’ve just received some interesting updates about the new Bonito RadioJet IF-Receiver 1102S from German company Bonito. Our contact Dennis, a representative of Bonito, informs us that FCC should be approving the RadioJet … Continue reading
Posted in Manufacturers, News, Shortwave Radio
Tagged Bonito, Bonito RadioJet, Bonito RadioJet IF-Receiver 1102S, Bonito RadioJet IF-Receiver 1102S SDR, IF-Receiver 1102S, Radiojet, Shortwave Radios, Software Defined Radio, Update Bonito RadioJet IF-Receiver 1102S, Updates Bonito RadioJet IF-Receiver 1102S
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WoodBoxRadio will start shipping the new ELAD FDM-S1 SDR this month
According to WoodBoxRadio, the ELAD FDM-S1 software-defined radio will be shipping this month (March 2012). This is an intriguing SDR and boasts some pretty impressive features–download their spec sheet here. Can’t wait to see how it compares to other popular … Continue reading
Posted in Manufacturers, News, Shortwave Radio, Software Defined Radio
Tagged ELAD, Elad FDM-S1, ELAD FDM-S1 Order Info, FDM-S1, SDR, SDRs, Shortwave Radios, Software Defined Radio
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C.Crane “orphan” shortwave radios on sale
I received notification that C. Crane is selling some of their “orphan” radios at excellent discounts while supplies last. Out of their shortwave selection, they are selling the CCRadio-SW (a radio we love) for $99.95 and the ultra-portable CCRadio-SWP (review … Continue reading
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Tagged C. Crane, CCRadio-SW, CCRadio-SWP, Shortwave Radio Specials, Shortwave Radios
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A simple upgrade for your Ten-Tec Model 1254 shortwave receiver
In the video below, Alan (W2AEW), shows us the installation and basic operation of an upgraded micro-controller for the Ten Tec Model 1254 Superhet Receiver Kit. As Alan points out in the video, this is one of two upgrades offered … Continue reading
Could the DR111 DRM Radio be the portable we’ve been waiting for?
One of the reasons DRM (Digital Radio Mondial) has struggled to gain global popularity is that there has yet to be a portable radio solution with universal appeal. Perhaps the future Chengdu NewStar Electronics DR111 DRM Radio will change that? According … Continue reading
Grundig G2 available in April at Universal Radio
You can now pre-order the Grundig G2 at Universal Radio for $149.95. Universal believes they will be available in April. Check out their order page for high-res images of the new G2.
Posted in Radios, Retailers
Tagged G2, Grundig, Grundig G2, GRundig G2 availability, Grundig G2 price, GRundig G2 Reporter, Shortwave Radios, Universal Radio
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Video: Listening to sunspots on your shortwave radio
Digital Journal reported that last weekend’s Sunspot 1302 was so strong that it had been detected via shortwave radio. The following video marries the shortwave audio with images from the sunspot: A little shortwave radio astronomy courtesy of the Solar … Continue reading
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Tagged Radio Astronomy, Shortwave Radios, Sunspots
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Ultralight shortwave radios now tagged in the Shortwave Radio Index (SWRI)
I have gone through the SWRI and tagged all portable shortwave radios that are considered “ultralights” by the ultralight “Definitions Committee.” Note that “ultralight dxing” is primarily a Mediumwave hobby, but you will find that many of the best performing … Continue reading
Posted in Radios, Reviews
Tagged C. Crane, Mediumwave, MW, Shortwave Radios, Tecsun PL-310, Tecsun PL-380, Ultralight DXing
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