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Kchibo KK-D202 shortwave receiver review
The Kchibo KK-D202 is an AM/FM/Shortwave receiver based on the Silicon Laboratories si4734 digital signal processing chip. There are three versions of the radio: the Chinese labeled D202 (reviewed here), the D202 upgrade (adds 9/10 KHz AM radio channel separation … Continue reading
Posted in Product Reviews, Radio, Technology
Tagged DSP, Kchibo KK-D202, si4734, Tecsun PL-380
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Tecsun PL-118 Stereo FM radio review
I usually write about shortwave radios, but this FM-only radio deserves a mention. It represents a cost/performance/feature breakthrough based based on a new integrated circuit radio-on-a-chip. Let’s start with cost. I paid $13 plus $7 shipping from eBay seller ANON-CO. … Continue reading
Tecsun R-912 product review
I’ve previously reviewed the Tecsun R-912. Here is the “official compilation” of features that I’m using now for my reviews. Model Tecsun R-912 Frequency coverage FM 87 – 108 MHz AM 525 – 1610 KHz SW1 3.55 – 4.0 MHz … Continue reading
An unexpected radio store
Want to buy a shortwave radio? There are several stores. I buy most of mine on eBay. Amazon.com can be a good place. Radio Shack carries a few and you can sometimes get a good deal on a clearance item. … Continue reading
One better: Tecsun R-912 radio
One of the top-rated budget ultralight shortwave radios is the Kaito WRX911 (also known as the Tecsun R-911). I have the Kaito-labeled version and it’s a respectable little radio. Add one to 911 and you get 912, inviting an obvious … Continue reading
What’s the best shortwave radio under $50?
For what is being talked about as a dying hobby, shortwave radio is certainly blessed with a wealth of equipment to choose from. Here I’m going to talk about shortwave radios that can be purchased new on eBay, or Amazon … Continue reading
The best shortwave receiver under $25?
My nomination for the best low-cost shortwave set is the Tecsun DR-920. It’s available from eBay sellers for around $17 and comes in gray and silver. Right out of the box I noticed that the battery compartment door fit a … Continue reading
Posted in Product Reviews, Radio, Technology
Tagged radio, shortwave radio, Tecsun DR-920
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