radio Archives

Best Scanner Antenna – Diamond D3000N Discone – Why I Bought It

by Ken Jorgustin | Dec 27, 2020 | SECURITY

I did my research before choosing the Diamond D3000N. It is the best scanner antenna out there. It’s a very wide band discone.

Best Weather Radio | This Year’s Pick and Why

by Ken Jorgustin | Jun 15, 2020 | WEATHER PREPAREDNESS

I have this NOAA weather alert radio (and others). It’s my pick again this year for a standalone weather radio. I’ve also included a mod for alert volume.

Weather Radio Channels | NOAA Station Listing | Frequencies | Maps

by Ken Jorgustin | Dec 6, 2019 | WEATHER PREPAREDNESS

A listing of all NOAA Weather Radio channels, stations, locations, frequencies, propagation coverage — sorted by State, County, and interactive maps.

Best BaoFeng Antenna Upgrade for Ham Radio and GMRS, FRS, MURS Bands

by Ken Jorgustin | Sep 30, 2019 | SECURITY

Best Baofeng Antenna optimized for FRS, GMRS, MURS, Marine, Business bands. The other for VHF/UHF Ham Radio bands. Upgrade WILL boost range!

Best Shortwave Radio For Travel | Portable | Handheld | Hobby Listening

by Ken Jorgustin | Sep 11, 2019 | PREPS

The following 4 portable shortwave radios are likely the most popular and well regarded today. 2 Tecsun models, 1 Sangean, and the famous Sony SW7600GR.