Month: April 2022

Its price tag is ludicrous. But the Icom IC-R9500 is truly a top-notch radio receiver. With the ability to pick up pretty much any frequency under the sun and a suite of extraordinary features to boot, it’s truly one of the best of the best. Good Unbeatable wideband coverage – The Icom IC-R9500 handles every… Continue reading Icom IC-R9500 Review

The Icom IC-R8600 is a flagship ham radio receiver, and it’s an excellent choice for hams who want to listen to pretty much any band or frequency – with support ranging from 10 KHz to 3 GHz, you’ll be able to tune into signals that are unreachable with other receivers and transceivers. You’ll pay a… Continue reading Icom IC-R8600 Review

Alinco is often overlooked when it comes to Japanese radio manufacturers, and that’s a shame. As the Alinco DR-735T proves, they’re more than capable of building some fantastic 2m/70cm mobile transceivers – and selling them at great prices compared to the competition. Let’s take a look at this radio in detail now. Good True dual… Continue reading Alinco DR-735T Review

Alinco may not be as well known as other Japanese radio manufacturers, but they put out some great products and the DR-135TMKIII is a great example of this. This 2-meter radio is great for FM transmission and can receive AM airband signals, and it’s also suitable for digital voice and APRS with a few optional… Continue reading Alinco DR-135TMKIII Review

If you’re looking for a solid entry-level tri-band HT, the Alinco DJ-G7T is a good choice. It’s reasonably priced yet chock-full of features. It’s easy enough for newcomers to use, but flexible enough for even the most experienced hams to enjoy it. Let’s get into the details in our overview of the DJ-G7T by Alinco.… Continue reading Alinco DJ-G7T Review