Stryker SR-955HP SSB 10 Meter Export Radio

[@agentk3984]

It seems the only reason stryker made the frequency lock a resistor was to get past regulations while allowing users to have a high power CB. You have to love them for that.

[@richardbaker_0086]

Why do you remove the resistor?

[@agentk3984]

@@richardbaker_0086 Doing so unlocks the CB frequencies.

[@garyhemmingway7529]

I just want to let everyone know that if you know how to plug in a soldering iron you can easily remove this resistor in 5 seconds or less. It helps to have a small pointed iron, but it's really not necessary. It is not difficult unless you cannot see. Just make sure you only heat the contacts on the 1 resistor. Very simple job. Remove 4 screws from the bottom cover, heat the resistor & push it sideways while heating until it slides away. Put the screws back in & you are all set. P.S. The newer radios have a small, white, arrow pointing to the resistor right on the circuit board itself. Very user friendly. Thanks STRYKER for an amazing radio.

[@sionjones3741]

Thanks mate,73s,siôn.

[@Ramo718]

Can you please send me some instructions on how to plug in a soldering iron.😂😂😎

[@kurtschreihart7424]

Breaker Breaker 19

[@BIPOLARPEOPLE]

@@Ramo718 yeah plug it into some wall warts

[@AdamosDad]

When I did the frequency expansion mod in Nov, 2019, the board actually had an arrow pointing to the resistor.

[@eGroupEmail]

Great job! This radio has proven to be awesome sounding and receiving radio. The audio is great, as all the Strykers have been. The receive is very sensative with low white noise. VERY VERY GOOD AUDIO.

[@AnthonyDiSano]

Best review on the internet, thanks! I've had this radio for about two weeks and it is wonderful... as long as it stays working. The first week was spent as a base station while I got used to it. I have been into radios for 28 years and this is most certainly the nicest culmination of "digital with an analog feel" that I've experienced so far in an export radio. I've had Galaxy 99V's in all of my vehicles for many years and I've finally found something I feel confident replacing them with. The receive is superb on all bands and noise rejection is stellar. The receive didn't seem overly sensitive to me. Compared to a Galaxy 99V, a Cobra 148F and a Magnum 257HP in the same vehicle the Stryker 955 had the quietest receive by far. Next best was the Galaxy. Something to note, the Magnum 257HP was so noisy I had to take it out after two days. Any type of city driving was unbearable. Did I also mention that this radio is beautiful? Very easy to read, nice even coloring of your choice, no real bright spots. Lovely! Thanks again for the review and keep up the great work!!

[@gooberminther3tik25]

Cant agree more with blend of digital and analog. I love my SR-655, my favorite. Ordered a SR-955 today.

[@josephwilkins3982]

Have but yet to install. Wanna use 955 as base but good power supplies are stupid expensive!!!! Even the cheap ones are gross!!!

[@robbierussell9536]

Great job 👏👏

[@cmj20002]

I have the 955hpc and love it. It is the best radio I have purchased so far. There is no SSB drift at all. They failed to mention that the steps of the VFO can be adjusted quickly by holding in the function button in VFO mode simply turn the VFO knob and the steps will change.

[@gunslinger8130]

Man, that radio looks awesome...SO many different features that I like...the echo on/off switch, 5 different selectable roger beeps...the only thing it lacked that I didn't like was a simple one tone roger beep, but hey...I got one to put in there and run it through the factory roger beep selector and display on the menu. Other than that minor deal...totally awesome radio, and I will definitely be getting one for sure, maybe more than one...one for the table by my easy chair, one for the mobile and one for my radio shop. Damn pretty radio with a ton of features that are actually useful and user friendly. Great review, thanks!!!

[@frogtraintoot3562]

I know it has been awhile since this very good video was posted. I just wanted to say I have bad eye sight and an unsteady hand. I tried several times to un-solder this small small small resistor. Every time I failed. Luckily I didn't burn the traces. What I did finally do is get a razor knife and cracked that sucker in half. Works

[@richardbaker_0086]

Really?

[@ArntPetterAndersen]

It wasn't hard sitting this one out my friend. Very nice and informative video indeed. - Keep 'em coming. - Regards from Norway

[@EricTheOld]

SKAL!

[@gooberminther3tik25]

An absolutely full measure coverage video. A Best in Class. Just ordered a SR-955HPC today. I hope my technician has the eyes to see that chigger/flea sized transistor. Have operated a most similar SR-655HPC for several years. But I want SSB and the few other detail upgrades.

[@sylviamiro2693]

Just upgraded from a Galaxy dx959 to this radio. Man, do I have a lot to learn. Lol. Thanks for the detailed review. Went ahead and subscribed so I can actually try to learn something about these radios. We use lower channels for concert touring, so I had to upgrade. Thanks again...

[@fwucku]

SUPERB review on everything and I am so thankful you explained everything that I needed to know and be able to use my stryker in the coming days once it arrives..

[@jleiben72]

With the option for a ctcss module it would be nice if this radio would do split freqs or allow the clarifier to adjust the tx freq 100kHz so it could get into 10 meter repeaters.

[@whodo4893]

John Leibensperger The split frequency was a great option and should have been incorporated into the 955 Stryker .

[@mikefrayman5224]

I wish I had this radio back in 1974.

[@jerrydiver1]

I hear ya. Back then, I had a Royce 23-chan AM/SSB base/mobile. Boy, were they big and heavy back then! I was shooting skip barefoot from Adak, AK and talking all over the Pacific, and I just can't even imagine what I could have done if I'd had my 955HP back then.

[@peteriancopeland]

HI, It's interesting that the regional freq mod ( removal of a link C579) is part of the up/ down change input. (U505 pin46 ~rp500~pull up R619 ~ de-bounce capacitor C579 ~ L504) Since the inductor L504 is missing , they are clearly using this logic input to determine the frequency limits. but nice to know in the future there can be an up down control on the mic.

[@DavidSmith-mk7qo]

I see people buy these and spend money to make it louder or better in their opinion. The best thing to do with this unit is take it out of the box wire it and fire it. I will say the mic leaves a bit to be desired. I am running an astatic mic. I get more compliments on this rig than I ever have the dozens I owned before buying this one. Did lose a final about 3 weeks into owning it. Stryker fixed it for free but said it was my antenna or coax. I didn't bother to tell them I ran 3 different radios on the same coax and antenna for 5 years. Overall a B+ sounds good ,loud and proud.

[@bensmith136842]

David, so you didn't have it peaked and tuned? Just used right out of the box? You know what watts it does on AM straight out of Box?

[@woodymaistro9115]

Excellent Video from a great Teacher. Direct on target with no BS ..

[@williamdrobertson]

best 955 vid I've seen. good job!

[@randybrill5071]

Hello it’s been a few years since I sent you the radio shack meter with a light in it. I kind of put all that cab stuff on hold because in this small town we had a few that talked trash and only did it to piss others off. But when I seen this radio your talking about I fell in love. Lol In the past had some cobra’s but got into the Galaxy’s. Slowing sold off a few and the one galaxy that had power like no other. The one I have know I want to get that dead key swing back but don’t know just how much I need to do. Anyway I really have enjoyed the information you provide, keep it up as far as I can see your the few that know your radios.

[@schizy]

2020 Update: Still a mighty fine video!

[@TenPinTrucker]

New 955 owner here, checking out the functions.

[@darekurbanowicz250]

Great review. Thank you. Tomorrow this radio will be at my house.

[@fredmccaskill206]

THANK GOD STRYKER FINALLY CAME UP WITH A 10/12 METER RADIO THAT HAS ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES AND BE ABLE TO GET YOUR SIGNAL OUT BETTER THAN MOST OTHER PRODUCTS. EVEN GIVES A GALAXY 98 OR A 2970 A RUN FOR ITS MONEY

[@spaghettibender7607]

PEOPLE, WATCH the whole video before writing a comment, the ignorance is astounding.

[@JonPoklop]

Can I use this to get cable TV?

[@mrfurball]

I like turtles

[@wmh327]

Glad I came across this complete and informative video. Well done...Can't wait to get my Stryker!

[@substance1]

It appears to be one of the most advanced mobiles made.

[@trucker18944]

Good video, good job! Good coverage & very thorough

[@R4002]

Very nice, glad to see a radio with AM and SSB performance on par with the higher-end radios. I don't have TOO much experience with the RCI-2950/RCI-2970 but I'd say the CRE 8900 and Anytone AT-5555/Alpha 10 Max AM-1000/DX-5000/Superstar 6900 family of radios is better than the 2950 and 2970.

[@R4002]

I agree with zLOSTNOMOREz. The real question here is how does the radio perform on sideband. I know a lot of operators (myself included) that buy a radio based on SSB performance before AM performance. Going by cbradiomagazine's other video reviews, etc...there should be another video showing the radio on SSB as well as AM. Shit, I'd like to see it in FM too.

[@DAVIDGREGORYKERR]

Does this Transceiver use a Tayloe SSB modulator/demodulator for LSB/USB which makes for a better experience on the SSB modes, as there is no need for a crystal SSB filter as all energy is converted into LSB/USB depending on the position of the LSB/USB switch.

[@waynejourdain]

great review, watched the whole review.................73's from Australia

[@nathanjones1593]

How do I get to the international call frequency. 27. 555. Still finding my way around this great raidio. 249. East central. Alabama. Thanks

[@kriskkallinn7816]

Hi! What hole/plug is used for the CW key?!! Finally a radio that has CW capabilities!! 70-80 watts of transmit power is just okay-lots better than 4 watts. Does the radio need to wired directly to the car battery? Can the CW function be used on the CB/11 meter band? How much does the radio cost? How much does the radio weigh? Can it be used as base station radio? Would using a directional antenna help? Thank you for the great video!

[@gooberminther3tik25]

Ill add last, the USB data cable connection in the rear of the radio is a "Motorola" USB connector. Meaning its not A,B or C. Very few others use this to date. Garmin GPS still does.

[@unclequack5445]

I did look at a Stryker 447 hpc2 but went with the President Richard better $ . I like your channel.

[@dewittelkin162]

Is it still 10 meter after the conversion what meters will this handle can i do multiple meters?

[@ANDREASRIAL]

Excellent operations video. The Best. thank You

[@TheZeke1974]

The CRE 8900 is an AWESOME radio!! I had one a short time and i was VERY PLEASED with its performance...

[@stanghp93]

And where does the PA come into play? I did not see a jack for the PA speaker. Just a CW and speaker jack also a data jack.

[@SuperP1ggy]

How much different are the settings between this and the V2? I bought a V2, and can only see one thing different, being the ANL/NB switch settings. Thanks in advance...

[@luismercadogutierrez4742]

Buena tarde UD me puede informar porfabor en dónde consigo el software de programación para darle más potencia

[@richardcallihan9746]

Excellent Review Presentation. On the R/beep which I don't use and as you stated, ssb stations don't like. I was surprised there wasn't a single beep option like the HR2510 only had. Most were too long and or obnoxious.

[@stanghp93]

Also why a CW jack with no cw mode? USB, LSB, AM, FM, PA. I'm confused.

[@stanghp93]

I want to install my PA speaker but there is no jack. The front says PA mode, the rear says CW for the jack.

[@Allthingsradio]

Hi there just seen your video very good just a question about the rig my friend has a couple of these and has a problem with the power output on this as it's now showing that his DC power will not let him transmit as it's to low how does this happen and how can this be either reset or how would if this of happened working great one minute then cut out the next any ideas ?

[@orangecummins]

So removing that resistors allows you to use it as a cb correct?

[@wmh327]

Yes it does. Cb bands are set to Band 4 after resistor is removed.

[@charlesbatsold31]

Do you really have to remove it?

[@TheZeke1974]

Most, if not all, of the exports are all designed for the truckers and NOT the serious SSB users such as me and a few of my friends.. The best thing to do is forget these fancy radios and get an HF rig like a Kenwood TS 570 or an Icom 746 both decent used rigs...

[@barnesdrb]

Can I ask you, I have a Galaxy DX-33 that's been turned up by Beagle in TN, exit 167, and it's done GREAT. Though I was thinking of buying a new radio.. Is a stryker 440hp good compared to a Galaxy 33?

[@2WR464]

Witch 33 do you have?

[@ScottAReid]

thanks SO MUCH for this video. radio be here in a few days and now i know how to use everything, VERY DETAILED review. thanks so much.

[@raytowler2286]

Great demonstration, many thanks for convincing me to move to buy one for the shack 😉👌 Best 73's

[@desertdispatch]

I was thinking about this radio with a predator 10k competition antenna....or should I get a different antenna. Id love suggestions on this please

[@johnalex1356]

Try SR-A10 if you need maximum range.

[@chs82ndab]

I have this radio with the Predator 10K and a "Bullet Bob" four pill and it is a performer.

[@JoeR203]

What's the size of the inline fuse? I can't see the number on the fuse from my RCI Ranger RG 99 and can't find any info on it.

[@coldspringsvalleychurch3215]

There is only one King of the Air Waves, and that's Mac Daddy Radio Show 7-0-Duece Reno NV!!

[@sonofhextall]

can anyone tell me if this thing will work whit the standard cb channels whitout removing the small resistor??

[@robertpolkamp]

Nope. CB is on 11 meter.

[@woodymaistro9115]

@@robertpolkamp Easy to remove small chip. new ones have arrow pointing at it.

[@jamespalmer8136]

radio was fine...it was my predator. ..I switched sides and put the rubber on wrong.. lol...no she's a beast dude ...I love it

[@markwilliams8702]

What is the power output of these radios ? Regards Dj1

[@montay87ify]

I love this radio

[@Fox250R]

I love using vfo on my 955! Thank you for the info on how to change the frequency correctly using CHS

[@msanc315]

Which 1 of the stryker are the best? This 955 seems nice but the 497 seems to get more power and how does it compare to the galaxy 98 200watt? I'm lost in which way to go

[@76SRV190]

Depends on what you want to use it for. If you just want a great powerful LOUD AM radio, buy the SR497HPC, if you need SSB, the 955.

[@RC-Heli835]

I love my Stryker 955! I don't seem to get much range though unless my squelch is noisy. I heard the asphalt plant talking 7 miles away with the squelch fully noisy on a 2ft Firestick antenna. I can't talk back that far though maybe 5 miles on that antenna with SWR set correctly.

[@cbradiomagazine]

A 2ft antenna is a huge compromise - ideally you would want to use a 102" antenna but as that is quite long most people opt for a 5-6ft antenna or a large coil antenna like a Wilson 5000 or Sirio 5000. Your 2ft antenna is the reason your range is short - it's like putting tiny tires on your lifted 4 x 4.

[@RC-Heli835]

@@cbradiomagazine Thanks for responding. Yea I read an article the other day that suggests if you reduce the antenna by half you need double the power or somewhere there abouts. www.offroaders.com/communications/cb-antenna-length-how-does-an-antenna-size-affect-my-cb-radio/

[@RC-Heli835]

@@cbradiomagazine Does single side band work correctly after converting the radio to 11 meter? All my frequency and channels seem to stay the same.

[@woodymaistro9115]

Get a real antenna, Sirio 5000 best.

[@RC-Heli835]

@@woodymaistro9115 I'd love to have one for my Mini van. The Lil Wilson I have just barely has a usable SWR on 1 and 40 at 2 to 1. Ch19 is 1.5 though. I have a mirror coil antenna on my big rig now that works decent.

[@scottheath1464]

😀🥰 Great video❗ Clear, informative and to the point❗😀👍

[@FuturesBrizio]

What is “COAS” in Function menu? Last adjustment. But I didn’t see you mention that.

[@chuckcee9068]

Instead of unsoldering that small resistor in order to unlock 11 meters, could I use a snip to break the resistor?

[@sgbryant1962]

Great overview. Thank you

[@RavenClaw984]

Can you do a review of the stryker 497hpc2?

[@foghorn_boghorn5262]

Can I use the same power plug from my cobra 29LTDClassic to power up my new Stryker SR955HPC???? any idea I am new to all this I have the power supply directly hooked up to my truck battery I do not have a cigarette lighter 12 V it is hardwired in was just wondering if it’s possible both of them are three pins some one please let me know thanks 🙏🇺🇸👍

[@clw1935]

The link on your website under the “Stryker” section lists this and the 440hp. When I click on either link it only takes to the 440hp. Cant find the article on this radio...

[@cbradiomagazine]

Thank you for letting me know - must have happened when we launched the new website this year. I'll update - Here's the link for reference - cbradiomagazine.com/stryker-sr-955hp-10-meter-ssb-export-cb-radio-review/

[@Joe_Goofball]

The switch on mine indicates NB+ NB--yours reads ANL NB. How are they different?

[@26TM205]

No CW mode switch but has a Morse key socket. what mode does the radio have to be set to? AM??

[@smoberdeen]

Thanks for the video. I only wish the manual was as good as the radio. I received the com cable with my radio but not the software. Thankfully, the software is downloadable from the internet. However, I cringe every time I get a prompt asking if I want to allow software from an unknown source to make changes to my computer. 73s

[@darthorpheus]

outstanding review!

[@tomgraham7929]

Is there an internal adjustment for the echo delay ?

[@kirbyruenholl6132]

you gave a very nice report. thanks

[@markwilliams8702]

Heard about the infamous distortion on receive on these Strykers. Any comments ? Regards Dj1

[@DeltaXray444]

@Roger Johnson or mine

[@xjohn1970]

Got a New 2021 model Stryker SR-955 3 months ago from a tech, the last year of the fully adjustable board best radio I ever had. I might buy a 2022 just to get the non adjustable board. same radio just software adjustable.

[@MusicMinisterJP7]

Very concise review. I planned to buy it and now I am further impressed with this radio, vs the President Lincoln II plus, which is my 2nd choice. There is one question I hope you could answer. I understand the radio works off 13.8v, but when its off for a long time, How is the memory of all that is programmed in retained? I would assume there might be a button battery for this, But, I am not certain. Can anyone elaborate if they know? Thx. 73's.

[@train1962]

Great review that I have watched several times. Now........when are you going to review the new Gen.2 ? Much appreciated.

[@paulkrueger69]

ACTUALLY THE CWKEY PORT IS THE PA SPEAKER PORT, I JUST TESTED IT. MISS LABELED

[@ramonalonso5247]

Is the resistor location the same for a SR-955HPC?

[@pedroacevedo8107]

Where’s the resistor that l need to REMOVE FOR COBERTION CB to 10 METERS?

[@bigone520]

So how much will the mod be and thanks to geting back to me

[@jamespalmer8136]

I have the sr655 ....everything worked great until I went into the functions ...now I hear everybody but no one hears me ...also it now displays swr hi when I talk ...what did I do lol....someone help

[@desertdispatch]

+James Palmer did you get this resolved? I like this radio but I don't want it if it has that issue

[@DG-pt5or]

Good job on the review

[@kevinhitchcock7062]

It shows and external speaker port but not a port for the PA...is there a PA on this radio

[@cbradiomagazine]

Don’t believe so but it’s been years since I did the review

[@kevinhitchcock7062]

@@cbradiomagazine It shows a PA position on the switch. Thanks for the reply. Just ordered the Stryker 955HPC. Looks like a nice radio. Love your reviews.

[@cbradiomagazine]

@@kevinhitchcock7062 pretty sure the cw jack is a pa jack and later models have it labeled that way. I do know it has a pa function it’s in the manual as well.

[@kevinhitchcock7062]

@@cbradiomagazine I finally was able to find a picture of the back of the radio. It does show a external speaker and a CW port. Thank you so much for checking. I am getting anxious waiting for the new radio to arrive. I got it from Bells CB in Fort Lauderdale. Have bought several radios from him. Thanks again. You went above and beyond for me. Thanks

[@robbierussell9536]

I bought a 955 HPC Any difference in electronics??

[@jerrynoe4662]

Some people say they sometimes can't understand me,,,would it be the microphone or antenna?,,I have a SR-955 HP

[@zLOSTNOMOREz]

Why is it that NO ONE has a video up of this thing receiving on say 27.385 LSB or 27.555 USB?? The receive in Strykers have been full of white noise since the first one rolled off the line and I'm betting that this one is no difference - Which is why you can find past models of the Stryker for sale at extremely cheap prices compared to others such as Galaxy or Ranger -I appreciate the work you do on your reviews but how about a video of the radio in action?

[@Dont_stay_long_k077]

these am i correct need not expanding, but expanding and tuned ???? if eg i just did the mod on it via the software, surely the centre frequency b4 its modded would be made for its 10 mtr usa is it ?? the rest surely will need going on a scope ~??

[@markwilliams8702]

Looking for one of these. Cant find a price or any info on the radio in the UK market. Anyone help ? Looking for a price in UK stirling. Regards Dj1

[@bikerty67]

If you do the 11 meter conversion do you lose the 10 meter channels? Or do you still have those also

[@ericchilton3781]

i would think that frequency selector switch will wear out quik its already loose in the video.........

[@caseydoss9659]

Hi my name casey im from east Texas im interested in this radio how much do they run i get the money get one can u help me thanks ?

[@luvndana]

T Y greatly.... Was pondering purchase.. I will purchase one..!

[@Somnium158]

I have a 317 watt powersupply would it handle this radio

[@robbierussell9536]

Good job..I. Bought the HPC ....SMOKIN!!!!!

[@MrJose1223]

Can someone please explain why we need to remove that little part,,,,,will it get more power???

[@robhenderson4026]

will this radio work well with a ranger microphone?

[@ZommBleed]

Anyone know where I can source parts for this radio? I need a frequency counter display. My unit is shelved until I can get the display replaced. Thanks in advance.

[@allansplace]

Can anyone tell me what the difference between the SR-955HP and the SR-955HPC? I see them both listed online for sale but cannot find a comparison. Also, any problem with shipping this radio from the USA to Canada? Any crazy radio laws I'm not aware of? Thank you to anyone who can help!

[@4estfloor]

+Allan Johnston i am also looking at this radio. But i want to know if it will take a RFX150 upgrade. I just dont know what THE HELL TO GET LOL.

[@danielcaouette3339]

+4estfloor Yes you can do the RFX-150, seen it done

[@desertdispatch]

+4estfloor me either...I am eyeballing the galaxy Galaxy DX98VHP ...whats everyones thoughts on that one

[@4estfloor]

Well i have heard great things about this radio. i even talked to a guy on one last week. I was on my Grant classic. His Stryker sounded REALLY good and he was in his mobile. I will definitely be getting one of these for sure as well as a Galaxy DX95T2. Check that out!!!!

[@desertdispatch]

4estfloor I like what I read about this stryker. I also liked the Galaxy until I read someone bitching about drift problems on SSB. I didn't realize there was a mod you can do ( RFX150 upgrade ) to this radio and trying to see if a dummy like me can handle it or does it require someone professional.

[@josephinbody9607]

can u add more kick to it on top oif what it has all ready

[@zman19806]

How much does it cost?

[@zLOSTNOMOREz]

I have looked around YT and only one short video shows this radio in action and the receive is just as bad in this new radio as it is in all of the other models.I'm going to tell you who this radio was intended for,truckers! Most em dont care how well it receives as long as it is loud and proud with lots of lights and echo. They just added SSB to this thing to make a little extra money from those of us who like all the toys but want SSB as well. But with the noise it will be useless on SSB!

[@christophersmith1155]

This is not a export radio, this is a HAM radio that can be modified. Radios like the President Grant are export radios. In the menu function we can change the frequency range for the country of use . examples UK, EU, IT , PL .