Hi Linda, the radio has a fairly loud speaker, but considering 
your hearing requirements, you may want to explore getting 
another external speaker.  Hard to say what would work best for 
you.  I think you should just give it some time, see how the rig 
sounds then, if you need something else go for it when you can.  
Personally, I connect my rig to an external speaker here in my 
shack.  73, Jim WA6EKS

----- Original Message -----
From: Linda C Knight <[log in to unmask]
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Date sent: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 22:55:31 -0400
Subject: one important re: the TMV71a

Hi all,

I just thought of something.

Do i really need external speakers for the radio?

Or is the speech loud enough to hear.

I just don=92t to spend money on speakers.
 and for later on, what kind of speakers.

Thanks
Hugs and 73
Linda C.  Knight with Shirley
Ham Radio Operator CallSign: KK4HRG
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