Mike has a robust recommendation for those who seek the best in AM radio:
Sony makes a model ICF-38.
Its an analog radio. It has no bells or whistles, just a radio.
This thing is an incredible value. It looks good, sounds good, has great reception, the batteries last forever and its a Sony and costs $25.00
You cannot find these in any stores other than Frys and I'm convinced its because they make everything else look inferior by comparison. Ive compared this puppy with several high-end Eton radios and a Grundig S350DL and the Sony can get any AM/FM stations they can get. I bought three, one for myself and two as gifts. I cant believe something that works this well can be had for $25.00
Its an analog radio. It has no bells or whistles, just a radio.
This thing is an incredible value. It looks good, sounds good, has great reception, the batteries last forever and its a Sony and costs $25.00
You cannot find these in any stores other than Frys and I'm convinced its because they make everything else look inferior by comparison. Ive compared this puppy with several high-end Eton radios and a Grundig S350DL and the Sony can get any AM/FM stations they can get. I bought three, one for myself and two as gifts. I cant believe something that works this well can be had for $25.00
And we thought the $14,000 radio guy on ebay was nuts. Check out auction 120307503628 on ebay. This radio can be bought refurbished direct from sonystyle.com for $34. Even when it was for sale new, it was under $40. But $225? (and free shipping!).
Posted by: Paul | September 18, 2008 at 11:18 PM
The radio featured on 120307503628 indeed sold for $40 and eat batteries.
Posted by: Tom Welch | September 19, 2008 at 10:04 AM