Daniel,
I have a suggestion that you might ponder. Save the boat anchor for the
transmitter, something like a Johnson Ranger. For the receiver consider a more
modern Icom R-75 general coverage receiver. I own one of these, and with
appropriate filters, these are absolutely excellent on AM, and are all mode as
well. The Kiwa folks have a whole array of modifications too that enhance
overal reception with an emphasis on SW AM broadcast reception. You might get a
used R-75 for $350, and add another hundred or so later for the Kiwa mods.
I also have an RCA AR-88, and Hammerlund SP-600 receiver. These are very
nice, but since getting the Icom, I put the RCA on the shelf, and I only on
occasion turn on the Super-Pro. The mechanical filters in the ICOM, offset
passband tuning, synchronous AM detector, Noise Blanker, and DSP all stand out
over my two boatanchors. That said, the super pro has superior audio, and
sensitivity. When the band is noisy, and crowded, I use the Icom. The RCA is
sort of in between, but it too has good qualities (except it weighs a hundred
pounds!).
Regards,
Jim
WD5JKO
----- Original Message ----
From: Daniel Hileman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Discussion of AM Radio in the Amateur Service
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Sent: Friday, September 29, 2006 10:48:22 AM
Subject: Re: [AMRadio] Best Boatanchor
Hi Guys,
Thanks for all the suggestions...there are LOTS of favorites for sure. I
guess I have a little thinking and investigating to do. Thanks for all the
input...now it's time to start the homework!
Thanks and 73,
Daniel N9WX
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