Tag Archives: Ultralight

Ultralight shortwave radios now tagged in the Shortwave Radio Index (SWRI)

Posted on July 30, 2011 by admin

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 →

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Tecsun R-9012

Posted on January 14, 2011 by admin

The Tecsun R-9012 is an analog, portable shortwave receiver. As with most Tecsun radios, the R-9012 is primarily available through eBay sellers in Hong-Kong. Please see our link below which automatically searches eBay for these sellers. In addition, naming conventions … Continue reading →

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Tecsun PL-606

Posted on January 13, 2011 by admin

The Tecsun PL-606 is a DSP-based portable LW/MW/FM/SW shortwave radio. The Tecsun PL-606 is considered an “ultra-light” amongst DXers. As with most Tecsun radios, the PL-606 is primarily available through eBay sellers in Hong-Kong. Please see our link below which … Continue reading →

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Tecsun PL-380

Posted on January 12, 2011 by admin

The Tecsun PL-380 is a DSP FM/MW/SW/LW ultra-light portable radio. It is well known to deliver good performance for its price class. As with all Tecsun products, they are available through reputable eBay sellers based in Hong Kong. Please scroll … Continue reading →

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Tecsun PL-360

Posted on January 11, 2011 by admin

The Tecsun PL-360 is a DSP based portable shortwave receiver with AM(MW)/FM/LW and SW coverage. Specs: FM – Stereo via stereo earphones / MW / LW / SW FM Frequency range adjustable  (76 / 87 / 87.5 ~ 108 MHz) 450 … Continue reading →

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Tecsun PL-310

Posted on January 11, 2011 by admin

The Tecsun PL-310 is an exceptional value and high-performance shortwave radio.  A favorite amongst ultra-light Dxers, it is primarily available through eBay sellers in Hong Kong. Please see link below to search eBay for a Tecsun PL-310. Specs: FM : … Continue reading →

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Tecsun PL-210

Posted on January 11, 2011 by admin

The Tecsun PL-210 (PL210) is a digital PLL ATS portable shortwave radio. Specs: FM – 87-108 MHz, Germany: 87.5-108 MHz, Japan: 76-90 MHz, Campus: 76-108 Mhz SW: 1711-29999KHz; Smart tuning step: 1/5 KHz MW:522-1620 KHz, Smart tuning step: 1/9KHz(ASIA, AFRICA … Continue reading →

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Kchibo D96L

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Kchibo D96L is a notable “ultralight” DSP-based shortwave radio. Specs: Frequency Modulation: (FM) 87-108 MHz 64-108 Mhz (DIY); Medium-wave (MW) 522-1710KHz (9KHz step) 520-1710KHz (10KHz step, DIY); Short-wave (SW) 2.30-21.85 MHz Memories: (total 900) FM (FM) 300 MW (AM) … Continue reading →

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Kaito KA1123 or Degen DE1123

Posted on January 2, 2011 by admin

The Kaito KA1123 (a.k.a. Degen DE1123) is a portable shortwave radio with built-in MP3 recorder. Note that this radio is also branded as the Kaito KA801, Degen DE810, KA1125, KA800. Specs: POWER SOURCE External 5 VDC 120ma Battery Three AA … Continue reading →

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Grundig G8 Traveler II

Posted on December 27, 2010 by admin

The Grundig G8 Traveller II (a.k.a. Tecsun PL300wt) is a very small, portable DSP shortwave radio. For stronger broadcast signals, it’s fidelity is excellent–especially for a radio in this price class. This radio has notable FM sensitivity–an excellent radio for … Continue reading →

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