You’ve Been Warned: Emilio just brought a Grundig Frankenradio to life–!
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor (and certified mad scientist), Emilio Ruiz, who writes: Recently I was given a broken Grundig G8 Traveler II. This radio had an accident–the case, speaker,...
View ArticleRadio Waves: ABC Wage Freeze, A Titanic Radio, FCC “Tweaks” LPFM Rules, and...
Radio Waves: Stories Making Waves in the World of Radio Because I keep my ear to the waves, as well as receive many tips from others who do the same, I find myself privy to radio-related stories that...
View ArticleKostas’ Yaesu FRG-7 adjustment that improves opposite sideband rejection
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Kostas (SV3ORA), who shares the following video and writes: In this 7.8Mb video (attached) is my solution for “converting” the Yaesu FRG-7 for single signal...
View ArticleAndy builds a genius companion control display for the Yaesu FT-817 transceiver
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Andy Webster (G7UHN), who kindly shares the following guest post: Yaesu FT-817 companion display by Andy Webster (G7UHN) Like so many I love getting out...
View ArticleA 3D-printed cover for the Mountain Topper MTR-3B QRP transceiver
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Eric McFadden (WD8RIF), who asks: Thomas, what’s the orange thing on the MTR-3B in the last photo in your post about the Red Oxx Booty Boss? [see photo above]...
View ArticleRadio Waves: Hammarlund Legacy, FM Radio Using Arduino, VOA Report on Bias,...
Radio Waves: Stories Making Waves in the World of Radio Because I keep my ear to the waves, as well as receive many tips from others who do the same, I find myself privy to radio-related stories that...
View ArticleUpgrading my Yaesu FT-817 transceiver with the G7UHN rev2 Buddy board
Last August, SWLing Post contributor, Andy (G7UHN), shared his homebrew project with us: a genius companion control display for the venerable Yaesu FT-817 general coverage QRP transceiver. Andy’s...
View ArticleReplacing the keypad on my Drake SW8
In 2019, I made an impulse purchase: a Drake SW8 tabletop receiver. As I mentioned previously, I’d always wanted an SW8. My buddy, David Goren, recommended this receiver ages ago, Each time I’ve stayed...
View ArticleInstalling the Belka-DX DSP speaker option
This month, I received my Belka DX speaker option in the post and recently did this very simple install. All it really requires is a small Phillips-Head screwdriver and maybe 10 minutes of time. You...
View ArticleChuck’s re-capped GE Superadio II might set a new AM BCL benchmark
I recently took delivery of a better-than-new classic solid-state portable broadcast receiver: the venerable GE Superadio II. This Superadio II was generously given to me by SWLing Post contributor,...
View ArticleTecsun PL-330 tip: Using the telescopic antenna for the LW & MW bands
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Mad Radio DXer, who writes: Hi, I want to let you & your readers know of a Tecsun PL-330 trick that I saw mentioned in the comments section of your blog some...
View ArticleGary DeBock’s XHDATA D-808 loopstick model
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Gary DeBock, who shares the following: The 7.5 inch (19cm) loopstick XHDATA D-808 model was designed to be the ultimate AM-DXing (or Longwave DXing) travel...
View ArticleRadio Waves: Radio and Education, Border Blasters, FM Switch Delayed per...
Radio Waves: Stories Making Waves in the World of Radio Because I keep my ear to the waves, as well as receive many tips from others who do the same, I find myself privy to radio-related stories that...
View ArticleJerome makes an aluminum back stand for the PL-880
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Jerome van der Linden, who writes: Hello Thomas, I have managed to break three of these flimsy PL-880 back stands, and thought, “how hard can it be to make one...
View ArticleRadio Mods: Unblocking the YAESU FRG-8800 Frequency Coverage Limitations
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Paolo Viappiani (SWL I1-11437), who shares the following guest post. Note that, as with any radio modification, perform this operation at your own risk. This is...
View ArticleGuest Post: “Tinkering with History”
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Bob Colegrove, who shares the following guest post: Tinkering with History By Bob Colegrove One of the attractive aspects of radio as a hobby is that it has so...
View ArticlePavel fixes a stereo lock in the Eton E1
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Pavel Kraus, who shares the following guest post: Eton E1 – fault in stereo reception I recently became the owner of an Eton E1 receiver, which I obtained on...
View ArticleKostas pairs his Collins 51S-1 with a Heathkit SB-620 bandscope
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Kostas (SV3ORA), for sharing the following guest post which originally appeared on his radio website: Collins 51S-1 band scope using a Heathkit SB-620 by Kostas...
View ArticleComparing the Watkins-Johnson WJ-8711 & WJ-8712 with TEN-TEC RX-340 & RX-331...
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Paolo Viappiani, who shares the following guest post: The WJ-8711 & WJ-8712 vs. Ten-Tec RX-340 & RX-331 Receivers by Paolo Viappiani, Carrara, Italy In...
View ArticleModification to make the XHDATA D-220 dial easier to read
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Jason Harvey, who writes: Just thought I’d share, I’ve seen the bandaid dial scale mod for the D-220 to help with tuning. Not sure if anyone else has been able...
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