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Old v New: MW on Panasonic RF-085 and Qodosen DX-286 — with Antenna

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Kevin

The oldest working radio I have is a Panasonic RF-085 that is almost 50 years old. Panasonic radios are known for their superb MW performance. Now, in addition, I have a Qodosen DX-286, another radio that has made a splash … Continue reading →

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MW DX Project

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Kevin

I don’t pay much attention to MW radio (typically called AM in the US) because FM sounds better and MW stations around here are typically full of political garbage, but perhaps I can find something of interest since I have … Continue reading →

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Tecsun R-9700DX Radio Compared

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Kevin

I’ve hesitated to talk about the Tecsun R-9700DX radio much because while other reviewers like it, I was disappointed, and I didn’t want to bad mouth a radio unfairly. In this article, I’ll also refer also to my vintage Panasonic … Continue reading →

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