06 Where can I get a shortwave radio?
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This article is from the Shortwave radio FAQ, by Ralph Brandi rbrandi@lucent.com with numerous contributions by others.
06 Where can I get a shortwave radio?
Many stereo stores and discount chains carry the Sony and Panasonic lines of
receivers; the people there, however, generally don't know much about
shortwave, and you're not likely to find many accessories there. Mail order
stereo sources like J&R Music or 47th Street Photo in New York generally give
the cheapest prices, but have the same problem. There are lists available on
the photography newsgroups that can indicate whether a given store of this
type is reliable and provides acceptable service. More knowledgeable, and
falling roughly between the two in price, are the mail order houses that
specialize in ham and/or shortwave radio. Many of them offer catalogs that
contain useful tips for the beginner. Addresses for some of the better-known
and respected businesses in the U.S. can be found at the end of this article.
The author of this article strongly supports these mail order houses, which
can offer knowledgeable advice on which receiver is appropriate for your
situation, how to set up the radio to best take advantage of it, and other
useful personal service not available from the box pushers at the photo
shops, stereo stores, and discount chains. Many of these businesses
contribute to the hobby in ways not obvious to the casual observer.
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