Grundig g6 vs this one I am trying to decide between the Grundig G6 Aviator Buzz Aldrin Edition AM/FM, Aircraft band and Shortwave Radio, Black and this one. I am just an amateur, interested in listening to transmissions from all over the world. The g6 is cheaper at $99. Any thoughts? Grundig g6 vs this one I am trying to decide between the Grundig G6 Aviator Buzz Aldrin Edition AM/FM, Aircraft band and Shortwave Radio, Black and this one. I am just an amateur, interested in... » Read More Grundig g6 vs this one I am trying to decide between the Grundig G6 Aviator Buzz Aldrin Edition AM/FM, Aircraft band and Shortwave Radio, Black and this one. I am just an amateur, interested in listening to transmissions from all over the world. The g6 is cheaper at $99. Any thoughts? « Show Less
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as a 40 year shortwave listener to world band radio. having a table top that cost over $1,000 and several portable shortwave radios, you truly get what you pay for. the sony is rated top in it's class, and i agree with this. sounds good, work great if you want to put head phones and tune in fm. i have grundigs, but they were made in germanyand cost $500. get on the net and type in "best shortwave radio" and you will find the sony icf-sw7600gr at the top of most list.doc russ
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Please post a link if you know this specific model is on sale somewhere! :) I've seen the lesser versions (1810TZ and 1410) on sale and people confuse them with the 1810T, but this is the specific one I'm hoping to buy ASAP!
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even though i haven't seen the xbr5 in action, i have seen the xbr6 up close and personal and can tell you that it is definitely far better investment than the xbr5. the 10bit color depth makes all the difference, and as far as xbr6 vs. xbr7 120Hz is sufficient. cdw has the 52" xbr6 on sale for $2942.99 link: http://dw.com.com/redir?astid=2
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I found the fcc website better because the colors mapped to the descriptions green, yellow, red and seem to indicate signal strength vs just distance.. To the best of my knowledge, basic is for green channels, high performance yellow and green and theoretically, extreme, for yellow, green and red. I have the $35 and I can get the green, yellow and some of the red. The remaining red I can get if the weather is clear. Oh, measure how far to a window. Mine did not work well unless in a window and I needed to order and extension piece of coax cable so I could place it high in the window.
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I maintain around 40 of these radios. They seem to be good for that distance outside with minimal obstruction. But once you have them in a building or a car the range is reduced. I think you would have better performance with the Baofeng BF-A5 model. It has more than twice the output power of the BF-666. I have been able to find the BF-A5 for around $30 on Amazon and Ebay.
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Without an swr matcher, the A99 runs 40 CB channels well has below 1.5 swr match right out of the box - I use a matcher and get 12, 11, 10 meters - 22-30 mH...handles linear amp power well. never adjust rings. Use very good low loss cable. Great for freaked radios-covers easily above and below 11 meters. Coil system discharges static electricity build up, so helps with lightning protection. 3 fiber glass sections-18 feet high - works mounted low too, since has low radiation with optional radisals. Handles weather, rain/wind well. Have had couple since the 80's, I think. A99 is half wave, better than 1/4 wave, OR maybe upgrade to 5/8 wave--A99 is kind of a beginners antenna, with a good $ price. Without an swr matcher, the A99 runs 40 CB channels well has below 1.5 swr match right out of the box - I use a matcher and get 12, 11, 10 meters - 22-30 mH...handles linear amp power well. never adjust rings. Use very good low loss cable. Great for freaked radios-covers easily above and below 11 meters. Coil system discharges static electricity build up, so helps with lightning protection. 3 fiber glass sections-18 feet high - works mounted low too, since has low radiation with optional radisals. Handles weather, rain/wind well. Have had couple since the 80's, I think. A99 is half wave,... » Read More Without an swr matcher, the A99 runs 40 CB channels well has below 1.5 swr match right out of the box - I use a matcher and get 12, 11, 10 meters - 22-30 mH...handles linear amp power well. never adjust rings. Use very good low loss cable. Great for freaked radios-covers easily above and below 11 meters. Coil system discharges static electricity build up, so helps with lightning protection. 3 fiber glass sections-18 feet high - works mounted low too, since has low radiation with optional radisals. Handles weather, rain/wind well. Have had couple since the 80's, I think. A99 is half wave, better than 1/4 wave, OR maybe upgrade to 5/8 wave--A99 is kind of a beginners antenna, with a good $ price. « Show Less
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Not too sure about AM - appears to be very good with limited usage, but FM is amazing in quality -- am very happy with this radio
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Go with the new version GEX-MP3 - Just upgrade the Firmware with a downloadable tool from XMRadio and it will be just fine - A great radio with MP3 functions - I use it everywhere and the reception is excellent. If you are an Audible book subscriber as we are - the book downloads to the GEX-XMP3 are a snap. When at home/office I connect it to my Boze Wave and the sound is great, especially the books. Get it - Amazon.com has best price in town.
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I have both, and for $27 (on sale -$5 coupon), the Baofeng UV-5B, cannot be beat. but I did purchase two, just in case one dies an untimely death :-)https://hamgear.wordpress.com/2013/07/15/whats-the-best-chinese-dual-band-ht/
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I couldn't compare the two radios but try a long wire antenna off the Kaito. Also be aware that shortwave reception depends on the bands and what time of day it is. Higher bands are better for the daytime also the lower bands are better for the night. There are several good websites that list broadcast information for shortwave.
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As a technician class Ham operator, I enjoy using this radio quite a bit ;-) as far as a general class, I would assume that it will work out very well for you. Providing you're not looking for anything below 6 meter to play on, as that's about as far as it will transmit ( HF wize anyway)
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Why? It's priced as a disposable radio. If you are wanting a quality device that will last you years and years maybe consider something else. This is a good intro radio until you decide this hobby is worth sinking some cash until.
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Mark, I believe Sirus is a pay for use product. The Grundig you are looking at is only AM/FM/Shorwave. You need a Sirus dedicated radio to receive paid programing.
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the range of the radio deepens in a lot of factors, like interference around you, weather. but in my experience with this radio you are in line of sight of the airport, so that mean you will have a very high possibility that you will hear the communication just fine. Are you planning to buy this exact model? Do you need VOR? do you fly by instruments? because if not you can get the other version that is the same radio and is cheeper just because you dont have VOR capability.
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I got the 200... It had better features and a very nice design. This unit is great for the price, you get the same features of units that cost in the 800 to 1000.00 range. It's worth getting. The units very lite, designed well, (looks cool) and has been extremely actuate for me, the gps function is also very handy in finding your way back to a good spot.
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Depends on 2 things. How many was bought for stock, the more you buy the cheaper they are. Also check the shipping, some offer a cheaper price on the radio and stick you with shipping charges. I bought mine thru amazon pre-order when they first came out and was offered free shipping. At that time amazon was priced the same as other online retailers but they offered free shipping where the others didnt.
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It is not a stupid question, because it is obvious that you are planning on purchasing this radio, and you want to know more about it. There is no difference between the white and black versions of this radio, except the color. Both radios have the exact same features, with the only difference being the color. It is just a personal preference as to which color best appeals to your senses.