Thanks for this video! Took the C Crane out last night and was sitting in a snow storm in Southeast Alaska listening to a AM station in Sacramento California.
@computergrant1 Жыл бұрын
I love Shortwave and using my Tecsun PL-680! What got me interested in Shortwave is my fascination with Number Stations!
@charleszimmermann77843 жыл бұрын
I have purchased several SW/MW/LW & SSB radios over the past year, and find I like my Yaesu Ft-991A the best for listening. I did pick up the Tecsun AN-48x active loop antenna and it has mad using my SW radios easier....well maybe not easier, but I am able to tune into frequencies that I was not able to before. Thanks for everything, your information on the hobby is wonderful!
@heretikpapy3 жыл бұрын
I watch so much videos from you, I'm now a monthly Patreon ;) Thanks for all the learning and kindness. Great new website by the way (im a web dev too). Cheers from Montreal, and stay safe!
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the support!
@heretikpapy3 жыл бұрын
@@HamRadioCrashCourse It's a pleasure to learn from you. I'm the lucky guy... You are the kind one. I hope you will do enough revenues to dedicate to Ham radio and teaching etc.. You deserve it.
@klrscout3 жыл бұрын
This livestream was my Christmas wish.
@viarnay Жыл бұрын
The xhdata D-808 is way under 100$ and has everything air band included...😎
@awksedgreep3 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing. Picked up an RSP1A on the day this was broadcast.
@steveburnham5073 Жыл бұрын
I've bought a Tecsun PL-368 from Amazon few months ago and I'm enjoying it so far. And I'm trying to learn more about receiving amateur radio on my radio now.
@BunnySconce3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making my Grundig work by getting me OUTSIDE.
@Vicncoffee Жыл бұрын
So I'm super new to this radio hobby. Not really even sure how I stumbled on it but it has me so intrigued. I went on the link you provided and saw a little $20 radio.. Can I use it to just listen? Not interested in talking on it since I'm so new to it. Thanks for the all info!
@CocolinoFan7 ай бұрын
Bro 10% of video is information, 90% is self promotion and responding to twitch 😴💤💤 even at 2x speed is hard to watch.
@tmo77342 ай бұрын
I’m a big fan, but the guy is right. Please moderate the promotion. Thanks.
@billhennessy51186 ай бұрын
Looked like a strong signal. So both performed well. I would have liked to seen a test on a weak signal or on some DX and see if they are the same.
@donniedangerous21563 жыл бұрын
I use a Jpoll setup and it works great 👍
@robertlarsen65163 жыл бұрын
Not licensed yet, but already bought the Yaesu ft70d. Not employed at the moment, but may need to buy a Shortwave for listening just in case of zombies, aliens, or the economic disemboweling of America. Gotta sell the 7yo. (Jus kidding people. He’s not worth enough yet.)
@stuart06043 жыл бұрын
Great radio :)
@stridermt2k3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video and and kudos for your awards! -all earned for your hard work, Josh. Props! Wow a worthy gift indeed so cool that you got started someone with the PL-660 what a great way to get started with listening good on ya man! I still love my PL-660, but yes I can see something replacing it at some point. I only last night heard my first numbers station while streaming the OfficialSWLChannel stream and following some fun SWL action there. 73 de N2NLQ
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Michael!
@batica813 жыл бұрын
I think you'll like that Belka receiver once you get it, it seems much more ham oriented than the usual sw radios.
@scoutmaster19623 жыл бұрын
Nice job, as usual. I would be interested in a review, and your opinion on the Malachite SDR for SWLing. Keep up the good work!
@AMFMDX3 жыл бұрын
Nice choice on the brew. 1st time visitor to your page. Not a ham (never used one) just a DXer. ;-)
@toml.821010 ай бұрын
I use my SDF dongle with an Android tablet. The antenna is very important.
@vonzigle7 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@nickmad887 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@TheNoCodeTech3 жыл бұрын
Good stream
@jessedba5886 Жыл бұрын
Cool! Great radio
@williambowman72443 жыл бұрын
North illinois +5?? That swimming weather here in wis about 20 miles from Wis dells waterparks Tonite and all week -11 and below wind hills possible to hit -40 - 20 every nite
@mikethees64343 жыл бұрын
I just got to figure out an alternative power source for my S-38 figuring petroleum won't be an option to run my generator I got to get enough tube supply already have a box but the rectifier seems to go quicker
@mattmorrison93799 ай бұрын
I wonder if little sw radios like the Elton elite executive actually work well?
@jeffthompson86633 жыл бұрын
Will an antenna above the house meant for tv work for shortwave? Will my metal roof enhance or diminish my shortwave signal?
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
TV antenna will not work for shortwave
@robertl.fallin70623 жыл бұрын
Try a temporary connection to that metal roof. Nothing permenet and somthing you can quick connect to. Of course a 8 ft Cooper ground is a good bet.... I am intrigued!
@gregorysmith30973 жыл бұрын
Another nice video. Just as a heads up, some of your "current shack" links don't work.
@donwatkins97693 жыл бұрын
You said your handheld was an Icom RS230, I do not find that radio but I do find a RS30. Is that the same radio? Thanks, Don
@danaharlan123 жыл бұрын
is there an SDR how to? I can’t see what you are doing in sir with what.
@LuisRodriguez-417 Жыл бұрын
You had made a video once from a hotel room where you connected a telescopic antenna to the skywave. What telescopic antenna works best for this radio?
@HamRadioCrashCourse Жыл бұрын
The stock one. Or a long wire.
@LuisRodriguez-417 Жыл бұрын
@@HamRadioCrashCourseso a di pole or an MLA-30 wouldn’t be better?
@superotterboy79373 жыл бұрын
Weirdest thing I ever heard on shortwave was a Romanian folk song which sounded identical to the Stonecutters anthem from the Simpsons. Broadcast was in Romanian so never caught the name of the song. Lol
@LuisRodriguez-417 Жыл бұрын
I just purchased this radio after watching your video. I bought the one with the Antenna port on the side. I would like to connect the radio to an SDR but not sure exactly how to do that. What do I need?
@HamRadioCrashCourse Жыл бұрын
It doesn’t have IQ out, or any pass through for an SDR so there isn’t anything you can do to plug it in. Just plug the antenna into the SDR.
@LuisRodriguez-417 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info I appreciate it 👍🏻
@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb47933 жыл бұрын
Do you know the IC2730a Icom? I want to turn something into a mobile repeater. I'm looking for something to use in my Jeep for when I go hiking with my baofeng and my Jeep buddies. I'm looking at an IC2730a but I'm looking for someone to guide me. I'm a newbie.
@onenesswithJesus10 ай бұрын
not me I went for the Eaton Elite 750 not to say it really is an amazing SW Radio Powerful Receiver the price is $450.00 and I used $375.00 on eBay I have no regrets about the radio delivers Period.
@mrmichaeltscott3 жыл бұрын
Almost thought someone studied for Tech longer than me. 41 years🤣🤣🤣🤣
@jdcrunchman9992 жыл бұрын
Why don’t you talk about SDR (software defined radio)
@HamRadioCrashCourse2 жыл бұрын
I do. And I use them all the time.
@mickgatz2143 жыл бұрын
Mate, why are you use Discord when we have Hamsphere? I liked you video but dissapointed that you use discord :(
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
Discord is free. HamSphere is a simulated game that is pay to win.
@luismedina85023 жыл бұрын
Sorry! Chat lines and permanent videos don't go well together...Boring, but you are a great guy!
@rafaelespinoza661810 ай бұрын
Do you realize that its already 5 min watching and you have not start the video content???
@HamRadioCrashCourse10 ай бұрын
Sorry, allow me to introduce you to Livestreams. This is recorded live and runs about 60 minutes or more. Much like live television, we often introduce ourselves, talk with the audience, and cover some house keeping topics up front. If you see videos that are close or over 60 minutes, it is likely a live stream.
@TheProsaicCult2 жыл бұрын
i wish your channel had less banter and more detailed instruction. I'm on ground level and can't even get my radio to scan.
@Nebulasmoke3 жыл бұрын
Omg that beer would be disgusting🤮
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
I was asked where to find the radios I referenced during the show. They can be found here: www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse this an Amazon affiliate link I earn for qualifying purchases and I appreciate it. Thanks!
@duanetucker2 жыл бұрын
6:04 to get past the promotional section.
@A-Non_kma3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the award, Josh.
@enrique8613 жыл бұрын
Great video. The best SONY ICF-SW55
@JamesHalfHorse3 жыл бұрын
Dang I missed it.
@JB-js4xi3 жыл бұрын
My disappointment isnt the lack of stations on shortwave...my 20 dollar cheapie picks up lots....but back in the 80s there was so much good music on shortwave, rock, alternative, deep cuts and now it is all politcal or religious garbage I dont care for at all. I dont live in an area with lots of am and fm stations available.
@undrhil Жыл бұрын
Are there any KZbin channels that livestream shortwave radio or other kinds of radio stations? I know about the buzzer. I'm trying to find other things that I can listen to on KZbin and then maybe try out a webs DR to see if I could pick them up.
@Demosophist Жыл бұрын
Just got a Tecsun PL880. I have a General Class license (KK7AVP) but can't afford an HF rig. I've forgotten most of the protocols, so thought I'd get a SW receiver to eavesdrop on the HAM bands so I'm ready to go when I finally do manage to save enough money for that HF rig. I might go the SDR route first, though.
@DavidThomson-KM4GCY3 жыл бұрын
KZbin is getting terrible, work keeps me from being able to catch the live stream so I watch the vids, and YT throws up an ad every 3-4 mins! Makes it maddening to watch these anymore...
@gerardlemoine65943 жыл бұрын
trying to find where i can by the MFJ-8504 SDR Receive Multi-cupler but i am having no luck! I'm new at this, and need some help.... any suggestions? Thanks.
@bubbleheadft3 жыл бұрын
13:32 a road you've never hoed, you might say.
@BrantleySmithNC3 жыл бұрын
Squirrel!!!
@johnd52443 жыл бұрын
Josh wish you had listed all the websites and SDR used in the chat today. I listen to Shortwave when I can, I have a old Kaito KA1103 which I have had good results with since 2007. I also picked up a old Lafayette HA600A from a guy here for $20.00 works pretty good on longwire.
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
They a linked on the Amazon astore. 👍
@Coltbreath3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your award! 👍👍
@suburban3573 жыл бұрын
What’s the amazon store link?
@Panchester0133 жыл бұрын
Wasted 10 min. of my life listening to this dude advertising and thanking everyone.
@HamRadioCrashCourse3 жыл бұрын
I post short videos every week and a longer live stream every Saturday. The live streams aren’t for everyone. Cheers.
@JoshuaAnother-messenger2 жыл бұрын
Tecsun pl-330
@pee66112 жыл бұрын
Yea, this pretty much sums up my experience with SW.