It is time for our annual radio buyer’s guide.
In the past few years, I have offered a list of scanners that I would recommend.
However, since there haven’t been any new releases in the scanner radio world in the last few years, I do not want to repeat the same information that I gave you last year.
Instead, I’m going to give you my recommendation for Software Defined Radios.
This list will include what to stay away from, and what radios I recommend from beginners to advanced SDR users.
Why cover Software Defined Radios? Because I believe that the future of scanner radios will somehow be part of the software-defined radio hobby.
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Links for today’s Podcast:
(Some of these links are affiliate links and Scanner School will earn a small commission if you make a purchase using these links)
- Scanner School Podcast 101
- Scanner School Podcast 152
- Nooelec RTL-SDR
- RTL-SDR Blog v3 SDR
- Airspy
- HackRF
- SDRplay
- HackRF Portapack – Possible Clones?
What You Need To Know
- Avoid blister pack SDR that normally include an antenna and remote control.
- These radios can be identified by their rounded edges
- You want a SDR that includes a TCXO
- A TXCO will help stabilize your SDR
- Airspy Devices are a great upgrade to entry level SDRs
- SDRPlay makes excellent high end Software Defined Radios
- We have a great list of SDR accessories in today’s podcast
Are you looking for your first scanner radio?
Download our new e-guide, “5 Thinks You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Scanner”. This free PDF is about 30 pages long and has 5 things you should look for, plus a few extra bonus items to make sure you make an educated purchase.
Find the right scanner for you!
Here are 5 Need to Know items to help you find and pick the right scanner radio for your area so you do not spend money on the wrong scanner and waste time with incorrect hardware or equipment
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