A lovely collection of radios, especially the eighties era ones. I have the FRG-7700 which I use for special occasions. You're lucky with local reception conditions by the looks of it, I get too much noise to justify a collection of table tops.
I've had a FRG-7700 since it first came out in the early 1980's. It sat dormant for about 20 years when I was moving about and didn't have an antenna up. Fired it up a few years ago and it works fine. I really like the set. I'm a licensed amateur radio operator and use it along with a separate transmitter at times.
Nice collection of table top radios. It is good to shop around and be patient to find the best buy. I done that with my collection too. You don't have to pay top dollar to have a great collection of radios. Very impressive radios indeed. Thank you for sharing this. I hope you are staying cool in August. I'm currently in Florida taking a vacation. It is really hot here lol. Take care Clint. 73 my friend. 😊
Thank you sir. I was waiting till the end to see if you showcased the wonderful Lowe HF-150, the only set I have acquired used. My first was a Drake SW-1 followed by the Icom R-75 sync and now the Lowe. I wish SW was as it was.
A very interesting overview. Tabletop receivers don’t seem to be in fashion these days, evidenced by the lack of such models in the current catalogue from the traditional manufacturers. I’ve recently got back into SWLing and my daily drivers are SDR based, those being the Malahiteam DSP2 and and the Commradio CR1-A. I also use a couple of PC operated SDR’s, the RSPdx and Afedri SDR, primarily for monitoring below 100KHz. I also use a couple of HackRF 1’s for scripting applications in GNURADIO. However there’s something more personal about using a well spec’d tabletop receiver. I have an Eddystone EC958 that I rescued from the ship I was a radio officer on, but I would like something comparable but more modern.
@@OxfordShortwaveLog Personally I’m a little disappointed with it when I compare it to the Malahiteam DSP2. For a SDR receiver it lacks all the functions one associates with the technology. The filters are fixed, there’s no noise reduction option, not even a RF/IF control or attenuator. On strong broadcast stations it’s easily overloaded and suffers blocking from strong nearby stations. On strong MW stations, such as TalkSport and Radio5, there is pronounced AGC pumping irrespective of the bandwidth selected or the limited AGC setting options (the AGC cannot be turned off). Performance below 500KHz is very poor, though the manual does state that performance start to roll off below 500KHz. However, I still love it. Construction wise it feels like it’s honed from solid vibranium. The display is very clear and easy to read even in very bright sunshine. The single 18650 internal battery provides close to ten hours continuous use per charge cycle. The controls are also very positive to use with absolutely no slop or erratic behaviour from the encoders. If you’re still after one there’s one currently listed on UK eBay, in the CB radio section of all places. I see Radioworld and Lamco also have them listed in their used equipment sections but they want silly money for them.
An impressive lot, for sure. What's more amazing, all were acquired at very reasonable prices. (These days, pricing for used radios in any condition seems so exorbitant - hopefully that's a sign that interest in SWL is on the rise). I am looking forward to your review of the future Elite Satellit!
Hi Clint, thanks for sharing more of your radios, excellent collection. I also need to thank you for inspiring me to go and get my foundation license which i passed 2 weeks ago M7FNM 73
After the relative success he says of your portable radio video well where else can you go to learn more about radios firsthand nowhere as far as I am concerned. Hello Professor its been a long time buddy , but nothing has changed , and I keep a low profile because your channel is now pure class , and I am so proud of the fact that your content is so broad church. Your shack can change with your ham needs as it should be , but that Kenwood is just number one , and what a beautiful piece of equipment to reflect your true standing. Don’t worry Clint I won’t be annoying your fabulous channel , but just want to say thank you for all of the hard work that you put in buddy 73 s 👍Tam.
Hello Sir - so great to hear from you! I agree the Kenwood is just the best and I'm so fortunate to own one. Always try to keep it real with DXing, LW, MW, SW ham radio etc. Someone said that makes the channel a bit unique which is nice! I hope you and the family are keeping well and look forward to more comments on here if you have time! Take care my friend. 73
Nice collection, I see a distinct resemblance between the Icom transceiver and receiver and my own IC 751 transceiver- it is badged with the words - General Coverage Reciever- I’d do scan around between 1 - 30 MHz on the non amateur frequencies just using my 40-80 EFHW. But have no dedicated receive antenna- it’s fun although I don’t know a lot about dedicated SWL. 73 Barnie de M7PBX
thanks for the video. i am grateful that you're mentioning the prices you pay and in addition I see the quality of the purchase and I was close to spending more on less recently on a Yeasu but spidey sense told me not to. In reality, this is probably because you'd featured the FRG-7 in a previous video and your radio is in super condition. liking the series .. you have lots of super kit and the balance of commentry on each one is just right. nice work. 73 de 2e0hfw
Enjoyed the tour, could you do another video about the accessories ? What is the red box on top of IC R75? Is that an antenna match box above that? Thanks
Thank you! I loved the tour and your comments on each. I have a request, I would like to see you compare your Kenwood 990 in a SWL/DX comparison to your best tabletop rig (NRD 525?). Thanks!
Evening Clint,any views on the Trio Kenwood R2000 ,i notice you don’t have one in the shack,Ive just returned to the hobby after a break of over 30 years and 3 kids later!! I was a very active SWL in the eighties and used a R2000 with a Butternut HF6 vertical,what a combination, unfortunately I sold them both along with all the rest of my gear, just managed to purchase 2 of these for 500 quid,one has the vhf conversion and 12 volt supply kit installed…a good deal I think..anyway your views would be much appreciated,thanks and 73s
I've never owned an R2000 - although I nearly bought one at a rally a few weeks ago. I hear they are a decent, solid performer, so defintely worth having in the shack. Welcome back by the way!
Excellent video.. I liked the way that you mentioned your 'I want but can't afford' radio from when you were younger and looking at the Ads in SWM.. I was in the same boat, with a mish-mash of Bearcat scanners & Hi-Fi tuners from Sony or Trio. My 'most wanted' back then was the Yupiteru MVT-7100 (now have 3) and the Yaesu FRG-100, which I was fortunate enough to get a pristine example a few years ago complete with FM and the slide out info-card. I see you have a Howes CTU-9 there, I bought that kit through SWM and still have it.. Do you use it much?
Hello, dear friend. Excellent and informative video as always. Could you compare Panasonic RF-3100 and Sony 200d. On DV-SV-KV? And on Long and Medium waves on their own ferrite antennas?
Hi, Clint hopes all is well...After following you all of the receivers but for the IC-R71E which has eluded me so far...My JRC is an NRD-525G and I doubt there is very much if any difference between it and your 525........I think the JRC followed by the R-75 are my top two until I can compare them with the R71E. The Lowe HF-150 is perfect with batteries slipped on the top of a Rucksack and 20 meters of fine wire rolled up for a night's camping...If you were to spend a month on a desert island with a generator which of yours would you take with you...Take Care 73s..............PS Just missed on eBay an IC-R71E by 5mins it went for £200.............. Can't find Greg's channel for some reason...
Hi Rob, thanks for your comments - and good luck in your search for an R-71E...hope you manage to find one - such a brilliant RX. A month on a desert island - well that would be the 525 - if I were also allowed to take an external speaker - otherwise probably the R-71E! 73, Clint
Splendid demonstration and selection. Can the FRT-7700 tuner be of any use on other than Yaesu receivers? I have tried it on the NRD-535, without hardly any discernible effect, but most likely my ineptitude. Thank you
Nice collection of radios. You don't seem to show your 525 much despite you saying it's probably your best - any reason for this? - I would also like a receive comparison between these and your 990 - thanks
Thanks for sharing. - maybe I should of kept my JRC NRD 535 and used an external speaker as you do on your 525. I probably would of liked it more. If I can get a 71e in good condition then I’ll jump at the chance. How does your 990s compare to these when receiving a/w broadcast stations. Just wondering if for example a yaesu ftdx10 or icom 7300 would perform on receive…
You won't regret buying the R71E - when you manage to get hold of one - just superb. I've not compared the RX with the 990 and 525 - but someone else asked the same question,. so I will at some point. 73
Enjoyed this, thank you. Is your FRG100 a new addition? I note that appears a lot in your videos, so I'm thinking you like it, would love to hear your views on the FRG100
What's your opinion on the Kenwood R-5000. This was the radio i lusted after as a teenager!! Bit like your 8800!! Got one 2 years back... can i find the VC 20 vhf option??... nope!! But many hens teeth!!
Thank you Clint you have a great collection of famous. Rigs
Thank you Alain!
A lovely collection of radios, especially the eighties era ones. I have the FRG-7700 which I use for special occasions.
You're lucky with local reception conditions by the looks of it, I get too much noise to justify a collection of table tops.
Thanks Mark. Yes, most of the time the noise-floor at my QTH is reasonable to low. A mag loop will always help though. 73
I've had a FRG-7700 since it first came out in the early 1980's. It sat dormant for about 20 years when I was moving about and didn't have an antenna up. Fired it up a few years ago and it works fine. I really like the set. I'm a licensed amateur radio operator and use it along with a separate transmitter at times.
Great stuff Barry! I'm also licenced. 73
Nice collection of table top radios. It is good to shop around and be patient to find the best buy. I done that with my collection too. You don't have to pay top dollar to have a great collection of radios. Very impressive radios indeed. Thank you for sharing this. I hope you are staying cool in August. I'm currently in Florida taking a vacation. It is really hot here lol. Take care Clint. 73 my friend. 😊
Thanks Danny - great to hear from you again! I'm trying to keep cool over here - have a good time in FL! 73 my friend
Nice collection man.For the birthday present I recommend Kenwood r 5000
Thanks my friend!
Thank you sir. I was waiting till the end to see if you showcased the wonderful Lowe HF-150, the only set I have acquired used. My first was a Drake SW-1 followed by the Icom R-75 sync and now the Lowe. I wish SW was as it was.
Thanks Arne - I agree the Lowe is amazing and the HF bands are emptying fast which is a great shame...
Looking forward to Part 3: SDR receivers.
It's coming! 73
A very interesting overview. Tabletop receivers don’t seem to be in fashion these days, evidenced by the lack of such models in the current catalogue from the traditional manufacturers. I’ve recently got back into SWLing and my daily drivers are SDR based, those being the Malahiteam DSP2 and and the Commradio CR1-A. I also use a couple of PC operated SDR’s, the RSPdx and Afedri SDR, primarily for monitoring below 100KHz. I also use a couple of HackRF 1’s for scripting applications in GNURADIO.
However there’s something more personal about using a well spec’d tabletop receiver. I have an Eddystone EC958 that I rescued from the ship I was a radio officer on, but I would like something comparable but more modern.
I love the CR1-A - always wanted one! Thanks for the comments!
@@OxfordShortwaveLog Personally I’m a little disappointed with it when I compare it to the Malahiteam DSP2. For a SDR receiver it lacks all the functions one associates with the technology. The filters are fixed, there’s no noise reduction option, not even a RF/IF control or attenuator. On strong broadcast stations it’s easily overloaded and suffers blocking from strong nearby stations. On strong MW stations, such as TalkSport and Radio5, there is pronounced AGC pumping irrespective of the bandwidth selected or the limited AGC setting options (the AGC cannot be turned off). Performance below 500KHz is very poor, though the manual does state that performance start to roll off below 500KHz.
However, I still love it. Construction wise it feels like it’s honed from solid vibranium. The display is very clear and easy to read even in very bright sunshine. The single 18650 internal battery provides close to ten hours continuous use per charge cycle. The controls are also very positive to use with absolutely no slop or erratic behaviour from the encoders.
If you’re still after one there’s one currently listed on UK eBay, in the CB radio section of all places. I see Radioworld and Lamco also have them listed in their used equipment sections but they want silly money for them.
Thanks for the additional comments - it's a victory of form over functionality by the sounds of it!
You have more gear than some small shops i've been to.have a good weekend sir.
Lol thanks my friend - hope you're enjoying your weekend! 73
An impressive lot, for sure. What's more amazing, all were acquired at very reasonable prices. (These days, pricing for used radios in any condition seems so exorbitant - hopefully that's a sign that interest in SWL is on the rise). I am looking forward to your review of the future Elite Satellit!
Thanks! Looking forward to trying out the new Satellit HD...if I ever manage to get my hands on one! 73
H501x is just an MP3 player bluetooth speaker with a radio receiver added to it. :)
(You could still sell it to regain some value.)
True...
That was very interesting, beautiful collection you have! 73’s from the Netherlands
Thank you so much Sir! 73!
Appreciate you.
Thanks my friend!
Hi Clint, thanks for sharing more of your radios, excellent collection. I also need to thank you for inspiring me to go and get my foundation license which i passed 2 weeks ago M7FNM 73
Wow! Well done Andrew - that's great news you passed! Look forward to hearing you on the bands soon then?! 73
Wow! What a collection. I am lucky to have about four, but my IC-7100 is my main receiver. Hope to see you in the Official Shortwave Channel sometime.
Hi David, thank you - I'll try to make it over there soon! 73
I agree with your comments on the JRC NRD-525. I have the JRC NVA-88 External Speaker, which helps the audio a lot. Thank you for the tour. 73 AC5JS
Thanks John! 73 M0OXF
Thanks Clint that was interesting you have a great selection of comms receivers.
Agree with you re keeping them if you had to sell some equipment.
Thanks John!
After the relative success he says of your portable radio video well where else can you go to learn more about radios firsthand nowhere as far as I am concerned. Hello Professor its been a long time buddy , but nothing has changed , and I keep a low profile because your channel is now pure class , and I am so proud of the fact that your content is so broad church. Your shack can change with your ham needs as it should be , but that Kenwood is just number one , and what a beautiful piece of equipment to reflect your true standing. Don’t worry Clint I won’t be annoying your fabulous channel , but just want to say thank you for all of the hard work that you put in buddy 73 s 👍Tam.
Hello Sir - so great to hear from you! I agree the Kenwood is just the best and I'm so fortunate to own one. Always try to keep it real with DXing, LW, MW, SW ham radio etc. Someone said that makes the channel a bit unique which is nice! I hope you and the family are keeping well and look forward to more comments on here if you have time! Take care my friend. 73
@@OxfordShortwaveLog I always leave a thumbs up buddy , and getting to be an old reptile 🦎 ain’t so easy 😂 LOL. stay safe Sir 👍 Tam.
Lol ok my friend - keep safe and hope to hear from you again soon. 73!
What's left, some home-made radios or crystal radios? A Foxhole radio, maybe?
Lol I have a crystal radio around here somewhere I built years ago - even with a rusty razor blade and pencil lead contact as a diode!
Nice collection, I see a distinct resemblance between the Icom transceiver and receiver and my own IC 751 transceiver- it is badged with the words - General Coverage Reciever- I’d do scan around between 1 - 30 MHz on the non amateur frequencies just using my 40-80 EFHW. But have no dedicated receive antenna- it’s fun although I don’t know a lot about dedicated SWL.
73 Barnie de M7PBX
Thanks Barnie! 73 Clint M0OXF
Thanks for the tour. I hoped that Icom would release a successor to the R75 using the receiver and chassis of the IC-7300.
That would have been great if they'd done that Steve!
thanks for the video. i am grateful that you're mentioning the prices you pay and in addition I see the quality of the purchase and I was close to spending more on less recently on a Yeasu but spidey sense told me not to. In reality, this is probably because you'd featured the FRG-7 in a previous video and your radio is in super condition. liking the series .. you have lots of super kit and the balance of commentry on each one is just right. nice work. 73 de 2e0hfw
Thank you so much Brett - that's great to hear. SDRs coming soon! 73
Enjoyed the tour, could you do another video about the accessories ? What is the red box on top of IC R75? Is that an antenna match box above that? Thanks
Good idea Eddy! I'll do one soon. The red box is an Elad FDM DUO and yes a matching unit above it. 73!
Thank you! I loved the tour and your comments on each. I have a request, I would like to see you compare your Kenwood 990 in a SWL/DX comparison to your best tabletop rig (NRD 525?). Thanks!
Thanks very much! Sure I'll do that comparison soon! 73
Evening Clint,any views on the Trio Kenwood R2000 ,i notice you don’t have one in the shack,Ive just returned to the hobby after a break of over 30 years and 3 kids later!! I was a very active SWL in the eighties and used a R2000 with a Butternut HF6 vertical,what a combination, unfortunately I sold them both along with all the rest of my gear, just managed to purchase 2 of these for 500 quid,one has the vhf conversion and 12 volt supply kit installed…a good deal I think..anyway your views would be much appreciated,thanks and 73s
I've never owned an R2000 - although I nearly bought one at a rally a few weeks ago. I hear they are a decent, solid performer, so defintely worth having in the shack. Welcome back by the way!
Excellent video.. I liked the way that you mentioned your 'I want but can't afford' radio from when you were younger and looking at the Ads in SWM.. I was in the same boat, with a mish-mash of Bearcat scanners & Hi-Fi tuners from Sony or Trio.
My 'most wanted' back then was the Yupiteru MVT-7100 (now have 3) and the Yaesu FRG-100, which I was fortunate enough to get a pristine example a few years ago complete with FM and the slide out info-card.
I see you have a Howes CTU-9 there, I bought that kit through SWM and still have it..
Do you use it much?
Hey Maurice, I also have an MVT-7100 - a great scanner! Still wish I had my Icom IC-R20 as well though. 73
Hello, dear friend. Excellent and informative video as always. Could you compare Panasonic RF-3100 and Sony 200d. On DV-SV-KV? And on Long and Medium waves on their own ferrite antennas?
Thank you Ronin! I will try do to that for you soon! 73
I have the Yaesu frg 8800 with vhf upgrade and a 20 m end fed long wire some 6 m high and the frt 7700 ; I think it's a good receiver!
I have the same radio with the same upgrade... a great RX!
Hi, Clint hopes all is well...After following you all of the receivers but for the IC-R71E which has eluded me so far...My JRC is an NRD-525G and I doubt there is very much if any difference between it and your 525........I think the JRC followed by the R-75 are my top two until I can compare them with the R71E. The Lowe HF-150 is perfect with batteries slipped on the top of a Rucksack and 20 meters of fine wire rolled up for a night's camping...If you were to spend a month on a desert island with a generator which of yours would you take with you...Take Care 73s..............PS Just missed on eBay an IC-R71E by 5mins it went for £200.............. Can't find Greg's channel for some reason...
Hi Rob, thanks for your comments - and good luck in your search for an R-71E...hope you manage to find one - such a brilliant RX. A month on a desert island - well that would be the 525 - if I were also allowed to take an external speaker - otherwise probably the R-71E! 73, Clint
Splendid demonstration and selection. Can the FRT-7700 tuner be of any use on other than Yaesu receivers? I have tried it on the NRD-535, without hardly any discernible effect, but most likely my ineptitude. Thank you
Thank you very much! I've not tried it on the other receivers!
@@OxfordShortwaveLog Thank you
Nice collection of radios. You don't seem to show your 525 much despite you saying it's probably your best - any reason for this? - I would also like a receive comparison between these and your 990 - thanks
Just too many radios to get around - I do use the 525 though..thanks and 73
Good video , i have the Jrc Nrd 525 but its the G version, any idea what is different with this version? Thanks.
No idea Peter - but I'm sure it's a great rig!
Thanks for sharing. - maybe I should of kept my JRC NRD 535 and used an external speaker as you do on your 525. I probably would of liked it more.
If I can get a 71e in good condition then I’ll jump at the chance.
How does your 990s compare to these when receiving a/w broadcast stations. Just wondering if for example a yaesu ftdx10 or icom 7300 would perform on receive…
You won't regret buying the R71E - when you manage to get hold of one - just superb. I've not compared the RX with the 990 and 525 - but someone else asked the same question,. so I will at some point. 73
Enjoyed this, thank you. Is your FRG100 a new addition? I note that appears a lot in your videos, so I'm thinking you like it, would love to hear your views on the FRG100
Thank you! Yes I bought it a few months ago - it's a great rig for sensitivity and selectivity, with nice audio. 73!
How would the Grundig 800 compared to these receivers?
Not sure as I've not owned one previously.
What's your opinion on the Kenwood R-5000.
This was the radio i lusted after as a teenager!! Bit like your 8800!!
Got one 2 years back... can i find the VC 20 vhf option??... nope!! But many hens teeth!!
I've never used one but I'd love to try. Only heard great things about them.