Tag Archives: shortwave

A Portable AM/FM/SW/SSB That Fulfills a Need

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Kenneth Carr

My need? I enjoy having a personal radio along whenever I go on vacation. Not just any radio..it has to receive AM/FM/SW and if possible SSB. A radio just makes me feel connected to the world regardless of what … Continue reading →

Posted in Radio: Amateur & Broadcast | Tagged 20-629, ATS-505, DX-402, ham, inexpensive, portable, radio, review, sangean, shack, shortwave, SSB | 1 Comment

Repairing the Sony ICF-2010

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Kenneth Carr

I have several portable shortwave receivers, modern and antique. My favorite modern shortwave is the Sony ICF-2010. I purchased it back in 1989. It was a bit expensive (about $350 as I remember) but I had just received a stipend for … Continue reading →