You're not going to find a 590 in that price range and if you could I'd be 
leery of it at best. TS-570, 450, 940, 440, maybe a TS-480, TS-850, any of 
those you may find in that price range, I've had all but the 480 and the 
rest are very good. I know plenty of people with 480's who like them, 
including one person with 3 of them, house, car and other house. Some of 
those I listed don't have a lot of parts made anymore, 440, 450, 940, but 
there are plenty of good ones out there and still some people who can get or 
substitute parts for repair if needed in most cases.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "eric oyen" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 9:08 AM
Subject: best radio for the blind under $800?


> hello everyone.
>
> well, it looks like I finally won against UPS. I should be getting my =
> funds in 10 days. Now, all I need is a blind friendly HF radio. Newer =
> would be better, but I will only have about $800 to spend. Land Air =
> Communications in NY has a few kenwood models with the speech chip. =
> Unfortunately, no ts-590 in stock. He has a few 940's and a 540 (among a =
> few others). I would like some input from you guys on what would work.
>
> I am looking for one that can use the speech module (vs or vg series) =
> and doesn't require computer control.
>
> anyone have suggestions? I would like to stick with the kenwood line if =
> possible. if not possible, then going with one of the other rands that =
> can be easily computer controlled (as well as read) would certainly be =
> helpful.
>
> thanks,
>
> Eric