Just wanted to let you know I ordered the radio after your video. I'm just waiting for my mobile antenna. I'm from Carson Valley Nevada. I'm think I am going to test for ham tech at the end of the month. Budget radio for now. I first got my CB FCC license when I was 13. Go figure now 60 and do it again. Thank you for your reviews!
Wonderful review Fred. All the useful info without droning on for 45 minutes. Nothing turns one off like a two part one hour unboxing video. You are spot on, honest and a fresh breathe of air on RUclips.
I love mine, bought two and gave the wife one. Reading the directions is a good idea, but as a new operator I had no idea this had auto squelch, what a difference it makes, unfortunately you will scan onto some weak signals and it will still try.
Thanks for the video. Just put one in my work truck today with a Tram 703 on the roof. Seemed to pickup alot of people loud and clear. Thanks for showing the SQ operation.
I have the same radio the CRT One V and work it mobile with a KL35 or a KL60 through a sirio 4000 or a thunderpole red devil. Great performer and excellent audio reports. Great value for money. I would recommend an external speaker as well.
Excellent video as always, Fred. I have a group of about 30 people who I am encouraging to get into decentralised communications. CB is a good starting point and I think this would be a great little radio for these guys.
Hi Fred looks great little rig , and I remember the feller who had it on is bike, thanks again for your work love the way you show us, because you make it so e easy to understand. Thanks again and hope to be up and running soon CT 48-70 🍻💯👍
Hi Fred , I had CB radios back end of the 70s early 80s started off with a Tiger 40 A and believe my last rig was Ham international multimode 2 , thinking of buying another CB now all these years later as I’m not so mobile anymore thinking it’ll be a lot of fun! something like this would be perfect at home or in the car . I can’t believe how cheap it is blimey amazing little thing for the money .great review thanks 👍
Hi. Yes radios are cheaper than compared to back in the day. Do watch some of my videos about sideband radios. As you were on the radio before it will be worth spending a little extra for the extra modes.
anytone have a range of ham radios that use the same radio body with changes to the facia. You can mod them inside to 15 watts if you like. the amateur radios are set to 10 watts, run a little warm when you transmit lots but are brilliant quality.
I bought one 10 days ago Fred , mine is called a pni, 6500 , great little radio ,very good on receive , was only doing 3 watts , but vert good audio as well , have also ordered the , moonraker cb walkie talkie , should get next Tuesday , so I will review that on my channel , amongst a load of walkie talkies , and receivers that I recently bought , including diapole 446 anttena , cheers shane uk 🇬🇧
@@CB-RADIO-UK I saw something from Delboy , think it only lasted about a min and a half , just showing the thing , will have another look , cheers shane
@@sweeneyTodd-de4by high buddy it came from eBay 24 quid , I will show it on my channel , had no success with it , as I think I’ve mounted it to close to a metal bracket , cheers shane
I bought the Uniden Bearcat 980. That was my best hunch. But I've been out of the hobby a long while Fred. 'The chair is against the wall' kind of thing.
Actually, the hardware is manufactured in same factory ( Nanfone , from Xinwei Technology Group China). Different names and and small differences in appearance (display color, illuminated buttons or not, location of the microphone connector) according to the order, but you will find CRT (France), PNI HP (Romania) Albrecht, Alan Midland (Germany), Anytone in the same forms, and if you look at the boards, they are similar. The firmware sometimes differs. the localization of the product was done in the importing countries, here it comes from the packaging, firmware, final adjustment. because in the West labor costs and prices differ. PNI HP 6500 is same as CRT 2000 Millenium, but HP6500 has a newer firmware.
I'm just considering changing my vehicle. Currently I drive a freelander which has quite a spacious interior. Therefore the CB I currently have in there is not at all intrusive (NATO 2000/mk1Lincoln) the vehicle that I am looking at is not necessarily small but is more let's say executive style and as such I don't think my current CB's will be as asthecutively pleasing plus location would be an issue as I don't want to be drilling into the panels or console. This little thing however will sit absolutely perfect in one of the little cubby slots near the driver's door. So yet again Fred. You did good bringing this to our attention. Yes I have had in the past a crt one but completely forgot about it. Just one last point there is a mic mod to fit a power mic but it does mean cutting the cable. I will be going this mod to use my Kpo NM531 which is also modded with buttons for up/down ch change. 👍👍
Hi. Yes i suppose you could mod the mic cable and fit a 6 pin socket. Just have to careful though as normally with up and down buttons one wire will be powered.
Hi Fred another newbie back on CBS’s just brought thunder pole t800 just to start off with like it already thanks to your videos brought me back on .I like ctr6900 but I live where the hospital is only 750 yards from my door don’t know if I interfere with it my aerial is 5/8 gain silver rod based in westmidlands many thanks keep up the gd work with the videos
Hi. Good, concise video review, but, a couple of things if I may. 1) With reviews like this, I always think it would be really useful to get an audio recording of THIS radio/mic as received at one or more of the receiving locations. That way, WE could also judge the audio as received by them. All too often someone will give a good report for fear of upsetting the sender etc. 2) It would also be useful to know what antenna you are using, and what the VSWR was. I mean, an 8mile contact is not exactly marvellous is it? Regards Mark in the UK
Hi Mark. Yes fair points. Thanks for the tips. Collaboration is really good and i have used two way videos before. However its not always easy on RUclips due to copyright issues if someone posts the other end of the conversation. Oh dont worry if i sound poor on air the guys will let me know in an instant.
Hello Fred. Please do a video ss9900 on how to call out on channel 555 & and how to conduct oneself. I've just bought my first ssb 9900. Yep it's me again 😅.
I just bought one from Amazon, here in the USA (Nevada), for $41.99 on Prime Day. Does anyone here know if the ones with an FCC ID (2ARTJ-CB27) can be modded for extra channels and more power? I'll be opening it up to look for the relevant bridgeable solder pads, as soon as I can round up a set of special screwdrivers (my good set is at my folks place in Florida). I am a Ham, so although this mod would make it no longer legal to transmit on the CB band here, it SHOULD still be legal to transmit on Ham bands.
Hi Fred in the Shed, I enjoyed the video but I think the £50 pricing is misleading. After watching the video I followed the link you have provided to purchase the radio. The current price of the radio today (19 July 2023) is: Radio £52, shipping £8, Estimated Taxes £12 giving a total cost of £72. Hard to believe that this radio has increased in price by over 40% (once you add on the shipping and taxes) since you first published this video. I'm sure your intent was never to mislead your subscribers over the cost of the radio, which I appreciate you have no control of. Thanks again for another enjoyable video.
@@CB-RADIO-UK Yes I'm in the UK, after filling in my address it calculated £8 shipping and taxes £12 which I assumed was import duty. I'll try again and see if I still get the same result. Thanks for taking the time to reply to my comment.
Hi. Funny you mentioned it as i was talking to one of the guys who runs the net around here. Waiting for confirm that they will be going ahead and i will make a video promoting it.
I've had mine for about 6 months or more and I think it's a solid little rig. I would like the squelch and rf gain to have dials but what can you do? Thanks for the video and 73s from the colonies.
Could you please recomend an aerial to use with this as a home based unit. Are there any other accessories that would improve the performance. Thanks. I really enjoyed the helpful video. I am going to buy one of these.
Hi. Cheapest full sized homebased antenna would be a Silver Rod around £35. Please watch these videos for more information. ruclips.net/video/k_od3QmrUSw/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/qMb46QV9dQA/видео.html
Hi. Firstly i would recommend that you watch the beginners guide videos that i made. It gives you a good idea of the the set up needed and the costs involved. First video is here. ruclips.net/video/-4dbYAigpvw/видео.html
To be honest its unlikely. The mic on my 9900 has not got a fault at thats been very well used. Knights sell the M9 mic so you could just change the handset with a bit of soldering.
I think the larger CRT 6900 or the more powerful CRT 9900 (Anytone 6666) are a good choice. The 6900 easier to use. Also the Alinco DX10 and the CRT 7900 are popular.
I dont know anything about CB's but I purchased this one to use in my vehicle when I go offroading with my buddy's usually within 700 feet of each other. Does this require an additional antenna to connect on the back to work? Or is that to extend the range? I appreciate anyone that can answer this for me.
Hi. Think ive got you. You cannot use this radio (or any CB radio) without a CB antenna connected and tuned as transmitting without one will damage the radio.
@@CB-RADIO-UK Yes you are right, even the small CB radios have their place. I also have a President Bill2 around here as a backup for emergencies. Greetings from 35 division and have a fine sunday
Hi Fred another newbie back on CBS’s just brought thunder pole t800 just to start off with like it already thanks to your videos brought me back on .I like ctr6900 but I live where the hospital is only 750 yards from my door don’t know if I interfere with it my aerial is 5/8 gain silver rod based in westmidlands many thanks keep up the gd work with the videos
Hi Fred another newbie back on CBS’s just brought thunder pole t800 just to start off with like it already thanks to your videos brought me back on .I like ctr6900 but I live where the hospital is only 750 yards from my door don’t know if I interfere with it my aerial is 5/8 gain silver rod based in westmidlands many thanks keep up the gd work with the videos
Hi. There should be no risk of interfering with the hospital with a 6900. The freqs the radio uses is no where near what a hospital might use. its more likely they will interfere with you giving off noise that you will pick up as a high background static.
Just wanted to let you know I ordered the radio after your video. I'm just waiting for my mobile antenna. I'm from Carson Valley Nevada. I'm think I am going to test for ham tech at the end of the month. Budget radio for now. I first got my CB FCC license when I was 13. Go figure now 60 and do it again. Thank you for your reviews!
That is awesome!
Probably want a SSB radio. Most traffic on LSB 38
Wonderful review Fred. All the useful info without droning on for 45 minutes. Nothing turns one off like a two part one hour unboxing video.
You are spot on, honest and a fresh breathe of air on RUclips.
Thanks for the comment. Ive always liked the CRT One so i knew this radio would be a good buy.
I love mine, bought two and gave the wife one. Reading the directions is a good idea, but as a new operator I had no idea this had auto squelch, what a difference it makes, unfortunately you will scan onto some weak signals and it will still try.
Can't believe how small they can make these radios these days with smd components. Nice little rig.
Thanks for the video. Just put one in my work truck today with a Tram 703 on the roof. Seemed to pickup alot of people loud and clear. Thanks for showing the SQ operation.
I have the same radio the CRT One V and work it mobile with a KL35 or a KL60 through a sirio 4000 or a thunderpole red devil. Great performer and excellent audio reports. Great value for money. I would recommend an external speaker as well.
Excellent video as always, Fred. I have a group of about 30 people who I am encouraging to get into decentralised communications. CB is a good starting point and I think this would be a great little radio for these guys.
Sounds great!
Morning Fred, Northern Indiana KX 420 here, great review. Looking for a new radio, have to check this out closer. Thanks again
73s
Morning to you. Great little radio. Cheers and Beers.
Frid in the shed I learn lot from you about cbs radios my friend 😅😅😊
Hi Fred looks great little rig , and I remember the feller who had it on is bike, thanks again for your work love the way you show us, because you make it so e easy to understand. Thanks again and hope to be up and running soon CT 48-70 🍻💯👍
Thanks 👍
Yes do more Fred. Always good content.
Frid in the shed your utube videos are awesome my friend 😅😅😅😊
Mine is called Anytone Mini, great little rig.
Hi Fred , I had CB radios back end of the 70s early 80s started off with a Tiger 40 A and believe my last rig was Ham international multimode 2 , thinking of buying another CB now all these years later as I’m not so mobile anymore thinking it’ll be a lot of fun! something like this would be perfect at home or in the car . I can’t believe how cheap it is blimey amazing little thing for the money .great review thanks 👍
Hi. Yes radios are cheaper than compared to back in the day. Do watch some of my videos about sideband radios. As you were on the radio before it will be worth spending a little extra for the extra modes.
anytone have a range of ham radios that use the same radio body with changes to the facia. You can mod them inside to 15 watts if you like. the amateur radios are set to 10 watts, run a little warm when you transmit lots but are brilliant quality.
FRID IN THE SHED YOUR RADIODITY CB-27 CRT ONE V CB RADIO IS AWESOME MY FRIEND 😅😅😅
Thanks Greg.
I bought one 10 days ago Fred , mine is called a pni, 6500 , great little radio ,very good on receive , was only doing 3 watts , but vert good audio as well , have also ordered the , moonraker cb walkie talkie , should get next Tuesday , so I will review that on my channel , amongst a load of walkie talkies , and receivers that I recently bought , including diapole 446 anttena , cheers shane uk 🇬🇧
My sister channel , called Motorcycles And Things
Cheers Shane. Look forward to you CB Walkie review. Dell Boy just reviewed a new model as well from Thunderpole.
@@CB-RADIO-UK I saw something from Delboy , think it only lasted about a min and a half , just showing the thing , will have another look , cheers shane
Thinking of buying one but totally a beginner what dipole did you buy?
@@sweeneyTodd-de4by high buddy it came from eBay 24 quid , I will show it on my channel , had no success with it , as I think I’ve mounted it to close to a metal bracket , cheers shane
So compact !
The sound is nice and clear. Power consumption is efficient. And a good range.
What's not to like for that price ?
Good little radios these Fred and nicely reviewed,very similar to the ALBRECHT ae6110,keep up the good work.
Thanks for another wonderful video, I do appreciate it. Keep up the nice work.
I bought the Uniden Bearcat 980. That was my best hunch. But I've been out of the hobby a long while Fred. 'The chair is against the wall' kind of thing.
Brilliant review Fred. I use pni escort HP6500 works well. They are all very similar. I just find on the PNI the speaker not that good when driving.
Actually, the hardware is manufactured in same factory ( Nanfone , from Xinwei Technology Group China). Different names and and small differences in appearance (display color, illuminated buttons or not, location of the microphone connector) according to the order, but you will find CRT (France), PNI HP (Romania) Albrecht, Alan Midland (Germany), Anytone in the same forms, and if you look at the boards, they are similar. The firmware sometimes differs. the localization of the product was done in the importing countries, here it comes from the packaging, firmware, final adjustment. because in the West labor costs and prices differ. PNI HP 6500 is same as CRT 2000 Millenium, but HP6500 has a newer firmware.
Very interesting and useful video again Fred. Nice little radio too.
Nice one as always Fred
Yeah all you need for that radio is a RM Italy KL 203 works very well
Ok😮ohhhh fantastic and beatiful thank 😊
Good review - thanks.
Thank you very much Fred love your videos many thanks
Glad you like them!
really like the size nice radio like you can pick the band
I'm just considering changing my vehicle. Currently I drive a freelander which has quite a spacious interior.
Therefore the CB I currently have in there is not at all intrusive (NATO 2000/mk1Lincoln) the vehicle that I am looking at is not necessarily small but is more let's say executive style and as such I don't think my current CB's will be as asthecutively pleasing plus location would be an issue as I don't want to be drilling into the panels or console. This little thing however will sit absolutely perfect in one of the little cubby slots near the driver's door.
So yet again Fred. You did good bringing this to our attention. Yes I have had in the past a crt one but completely forgot about it.
Just one last point there is a mic mod to fit a power mic but it does mean cutting the cable. I will be going this mod to use my Kpo NM531 which is also modded with buttons for up/down ch change. 👍👍
Hi. Yes i suppose you could mod the mic cable and fit a 6 pin socket. Just have to careful though as normally with up and down buttons one wire will be powered.
Hi Fred another newbie back on CBS’s just brought thunder pole t800 just to start off with like it already thanks to your videos brought me back on .I like ctr6900 but I live where the hospital is only 750 yards from my door don’t know if I interfere with it my aerial is 5/8 gain silver rod based in westmidlands many thanks keep up the gd work with the videos
These CRT radios are really cool. They will fit in almost everywhere. But a shame that the microphone can't be disconnected.
i bought mine just wanted to see what others had to say on it i am from the caribbean aka TRINIDAD&tobago thanks for the reviews
Hi.
Good, concise video review, but, a couple of things if I may.
1) With reviews like this, I always think it would be really useful to get an audio recording of THIS radio/mic as received at one or more of the receiving locations. That way, WE could also judge the audio as received by them. All too often someone will give a good report for fear of upsetting the sender etc.
2) It would also be useful to know what antenna you are using, and what the VSWR was. I mean, an 8mile contact is not exactly marvellous is it?
Regards Mark in the UK
Hi Mark. Yes fair points. Thanks for the tips. Collaboration is really good and i have used two way videos before. However its not always easy on RUclips due to copyright issues if someone posts the other end of the conversation. Oh dont worry if i sound poor on air the guys will let me know in an instant.
Disposable radio's have arrived at this price
Hello Fred. Please do a video ss9900 on how to call out on channel 555 & and how to conduct oneself. I've just bought my first ssb 9900.
Yep it's me again 😅.
Hi. No problem any time. Try this video ruclips.net/video/hHZtk89Srgg/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/JkvKmRMonP8/видео.html
Thank you 🙂
You would think that with a radio like that it would do all signal processing using a DSP processor running specially written firmware.
Not one carrier hanger, no one playing music, nobody fighting with each other, no weird noises. Not like American CB!
The fixed radio mic is annoying because in some cars it's beneficial to extend the mic cable with a Cat5 cable and an inline Cat5 adapter. Bummer.
I just bought one from Amazon, here in the USA (Nevada), for $41.99 on Prime Day.
Does anyone here know if the ones with an FCC ID (2ARTJ-CB27) can be modded for extra channels and more power?
I'll be opening it up to look for the relevant bridgeable solder pads, as soon as I can round up a set of special screwdrivers (my good set is at my folks place in Florida).
I am a Ham, so although this mod would make it no longer legal to transmit on the CB band here, it SHOULD still be legal to transmit on Ham bands.
Hi Fred in the Shed, I enjoyed the video but I think the £50 pricing is misleading. After watching the video I followed the link you have provided to purchase the radio. The current price of the radio today (19 July 2023) is: Radio £52, shipping £8, Estimated Taxes £12 giving a total cost of £72. Hard to believe that this radio has increased in price by over 40% (once you add on the shipping and taxes) since you first published this video. I'm sure your intent was never to mislead your subscribers over the cost of the radio, which I appreciate you have no control of. Thanks again for another enjoyable video.
Hi. Get your point. Are you UK ? Cant see where the £12 tax comes from ?
@@CB-RADIO-UK Yes I'm in the UK, after filling in my address it calculated £8 shipping and taxes £12 which I assumed was import duty. I'll try again and see if I still get the same result. Thanks for taking the time to reply to my comment.
Hi. No problem. I was not aware there was VAT to pay. Thanks for letting me know.
Hi there! Verry informative video!Only the americans use the AM band?thanks in advance!
UK and Euro can use AM legally but AM has never been popular in the UK.
Thhe size of that! 😮😂
4 watts is okay, but how would you reduce the output power to around 2 watts swinging to no more than 10.... if you know what I mean.
I don't know if you are aware that 2nd November ch 27 ukfm between 6pm-10pm is 42 years of legal ukfm (the big net). If you can spread the word
Hi. Funny you mentioned it as i was talking to one of the guys who runs the net around here. Waiting for confirm that they will be going ahead and i will make a video promoting it.
I've had mine for about 6 months or more and I think it's a solid little rig.
I would like the squelch and rf gain to have dials but what can you do?
Thanks for the video and 73s from the colonies.
Could you please recomend an aerial to use with this as a home based unit. Are there any other accessories that would improve the performance. Thanks. I really enjoyed the helpful video. I am going to buy one of these.
Hi. Cheapest full sized homebased antenna would be a Silver Rod around £35. Please watch these videos for more information. ruclips.net/video/k_od3QmrUSw/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/qMb46QV9dQA/видео.html
Just seen this review today, 15 August 2023, and looked online. It's now advertised on Amazon for £62.😮 That's almost 20% inflation in one month😢
The price depends on the exchange rate in $. It goes up and down.
Hi I’m based in St Albans and looking for help with a set up for my disabled brother. Could you help advise me please 😊
Hi. Firstly i would recommend that you watch the beginners guide videos that i made. It gives you a good idea of the the set up needed and the costs involved. First video is here. ruclips.net/video/-4dbYAigpvw/видео.html
maybe I missed it, but where are the 300 channels?
I think its more like 500 if you include the am / fm modes. The extra channels are in the 9 different country modes when you first turn on the radio.
@@CB-RADIO-UK thanks for the reply
you have to mod it to get the other bands.
What happens if you Mike becomes faulty? Unable to just swap over mike's . BIG let down.
To be honest its unlikely. The mic on my 9900 has not got a fault at thats been very well used. Knights sell the M9 mic so you could just change the handset with a bit of soldering.
@@CB-RADIO-UK I am not exactly good at soldering and rig doctors are hard to find. I personally would not purchase a rig with mike hardwired .
@@robertbardell9766t £50 just chuck the whole lot in the bin and buy another one
If someone was wanting a little bit more power, what sort of amp would you recommend for mobile use? Hypothetical question obviously 😊
Well i would prob look at 100w amps which in real life are around 70 watts. I did a video here. ruclips.net/video/n4_5CU2iuBk/видео.html
Hello Fred...Can you tell me in your opinion which is the best car radio? More powerful better audio etc? Radio and PTT? Love your videos, hug
I think the larger CRT 6900 or the more powerful CRT 9900 (Anytone 6666) are a good choice. The 6900 easier to use. Also the Alinco DX10 and the CRT 7900 are popular.
@@CB-RADIO-UK Thanks...I already have a crt 9900...
Can you recommend, a half decent budget antenna ?
Hi. Home base a Silver Rod 1/2 wave. Mobile a Thunderpole Atom. More info here. ruclips.net/video/-4dbYAigpvw/видео.html
is the cuurent mic and soeaker removable so an upgrade can be fiited
Hi. No its fixed.
Hi to all im thinking of buying this has my first cb radio for my car, what antenna would you recommend for this cb please?
Thank you
Hi check out this video ruclips.net/video/-4dbYAigpvw/видео.html
How much to get one of these units in to Canada?
That would be perfect in my little car.
Not sure. You would have to email them.
I dont know anything about CB's but I purchased this one to use in my vehicle when I go offroading with my buddy's usually within 700 feet of each other. Does this require an additional antenna to connect on the back to work? Or is that to extend the range? I appreciate anyone that can answer this for me.
Hi. Think ive got you. You cannot use this radio (or any CB radio) without a CB antenna connected and tuned as transmitting without one will damage the radio.
@@CB-RADIO-UK I SUPER appreciate the response. Seems like I still need an antenna and speaker for this to work...
Yes you will need an antenna but the radio has a built in speaker unless you bury it in the dash.
@@CB-RADIO-UK Just want to say thank you as you have been very helpful to a person with no knowledge on this outside of pushing a button.
Hi fred totally beginner thinking of buying this for the car , what antenna would you buy to go with it please?
Hi. Check out my guide video here. ruclips.net/video/-4dbYAigpvw/видео.html
No SSB No tripple5😅
No you have to pay a fair bit more for SSB.
@@CB-RADIO-UK Yes you are right, even the small CB radios have their place. I also have a President Bill2 around here as a backup for emergencies. Greetings from 35 division and have a fine sunday
Hi,is this the same as the anytone I just purchased for£45? Thanks.
Not 100% as there are prev versions.
£72.00 all in not the £50 mentioned
omg
Who uses AM ?
Not big in the UK but MASSIVE in the USA esp on channel 6 mid block.
NOT legal in the U.S.A.
Is that because of the UK FM freqs ?
@@CB-RADIO-UK No, it is because CB radios in the U.S. needs to be type certified, only the 40 channels and power levels adhered to.
This radio is 4 watts AM / FM surprised it would not qualify now you guys have FM ?
@@CB-RADIO-UK agsin..the frequencies are out of bounds.
Hi Fred another newbie back on CBS’s just brought thunder pole t800 just to start off with like it already thanks to your videos brought me back on .I like ctr6900 but I live where the hospital is only 750 yards from my door don’t know if I interfere with it my aerial is 5/8 gain silver rod based in westmidlands many thanks keep up the gd work with the videos
Hi Fred another newbie back on CBS’s just brought thunder pole t800 just to start off with like it already thanks to your videos brought me back on .I like ctr6900 but I live where the hospital is only 750 yards from my door don’t know if I interfere with it my aerial is 5/8 gain silver rod based in westmidlands many thanks keep up the gd work with the videos
Hi. There should be no risk of interfering with the hospital with a 6900. The freqs the radio uses is no where near what a hospital might use. its more likely they will interfere with you giving off noise that you will pick up as a high background static.