Thanks Steve.  You did a through job of a quick and dirty review.     I
will need to look at the Sangene but was particularly interested in the
limited production of the IBIQUITY model as I will eventually get one (a
promotional item) from my local NPR station.  I simply need to get
together with their chief engineer and do the deal.  We both however are
doing the jobs of 3 or 4 individuals so difficult at best.  




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From: For blind ham radio operators
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Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 6:25 PM
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Subject: Re: anyone have an Ibiquity digital radio?

Brett,

I have two: the Boston Receptor and the Sangean HD1, which is an AM/FM
tuner.  The Receptor sounds good, and it's easy to use especially if you
set up presets.  I don't think it's particularly sensitive, especially
with the antennas provided, but it works well with strong signals.  I
like the fact that the two speakers can be separated about 10 feet if
you use the long cord that comes with the radio.

If you're looking for something to connect to an existing stereo, you
can't beat the Sangean HD1.  I haven't seen any published specs, but it
seems to have good selectivity, and a good capture ratio.  Sensitivity
is good, although I think the front end can be overloaded by strong
signals.  Then again, it's a $200 tuner, and I'm used to my Mackintosh
MR77, which is impervious to overload.  It also cost $600 when I bought
it back in 1971, so perhaps it isn't a fair comparison.  I have yet to
compare the two tuners directly, but one of these days my curiosity will
get the better of me. 
Meanwhile, the HD1 is a good bare-bones no nonsense tuner, easy to
operate, and works well connected to my 9 element yagi.

Steve

----- Original Message -----
From: "Brett Winches" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 13:28
Subject: anyone have an Ibiquity digital radio?


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