Comparing the audio from the JRC NRD252 and 535 using CRI's signal from Mali, E. Africa on 17630 kHz

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGRvqqM0qds

Hi there, the JRC NRD535 is supposed to have better audio than the 525. Here they are connected to the same antenna using the CRI transmission from Mali. I can't separate them really - let me know your thoughts. Thanks for watching and 73.

Aircraft comms. from Gander Aeradio 5616 kHz Newfoundland & Labrador, copied with the Yaesu FRG-7700

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KF3YHpS_lA4

Hi there, great to hear aircraft comms from Gander on the vintage, but great Yaesu FRG-7700. This one is a keeper for sure.

Recorded in Oxford UK on 14/05/26 at 23:51 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter and GI1000 galvanic isolator.

Thanks for watching and 73.

Air Traffic comms on the North Atlantic D Route 4675 kHz copied with the Tecsun S2200x

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylX7NkpzFh8

Hi there, this is a first copy for me. I think the TX site is actually Reykjavik, Iceland. I'm really enjoying the S2200x, it's such a great all-rounder. Recorded in Oxford UK on 10/05/26 at 23:11 hrs using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

Audio from HCJB Ecuador 6050 kHz shortly after their historic World Cup win over Germany

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yk5ZFm4TfTU

They don't seem very excited lol, but perhaps that is the nature of this particular Ecuadorian radio station! Recorded on 26/06/26 at 00:16 hrs UTC using an Elad FDM DUOr and an end-fed wire. Thanks for watching and 73.

Mic issues on comms. from Gander Aeradio 5616 kHz Newfoundland & Labrador, copied with the S2200X

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puJTRj9S1xw

Hi there, an ok signal from Gander in Canada on the Tecsun S2200x and Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna. I know I keep saying it, but the S2200x is a worthy addition to any shack. Recorded on 10/05/26 at 23:33 hrs via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF spitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

E07 'The English Man' numbers spy station TXing from Moscow, copied on 16140 kHz with the JRC NRD535

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IKUFFGtNd4

Hi there, this is a first catch of E07 on this frequency - and nice to do it with the newly acquired JRC NRD525. Check out Priyom.org for a full numbers station schedue. Recorded in Oxford UK on 05/06/26 at 15:20 hrs UTC using a Bonito MegaLoop FX antenna via a GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

First audio copied from Radio Mosoj Chaski 3310 kHz Bolivia, since August 2025

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nMoaZkLWVE

Hi there, great to finally hear some audio from Bolivia again after an absence of nearly 9 months. I check often, but their signal has been so weak there was never a chance of any modulation above my fairly low noise floor. Recorded in Oxford UK on 20/05/26 at 23:56 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter and a GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

Channel Marker 'L' copied for the first time on 5156.8 kHz - TX site believed to be St. Petersburg

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCp4Lzk-uuM

Hi there, don't read the frequency on the rig, this narrow channel marker signal carrier is actually 0.8 kHz. Great to record this signal for the first time. Recorded in Oxford, UK on 10/05/26 at 23;27 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors) via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

FT8 contacts with only 1 Watt TX power from the Icom IC-705 + AH-705 automatic antenna matching unit

 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkIM-YMuvx4

Hi there, I decided to have another go at low-power FT8 last night. I have been known to throw up to 300W at FT8, but it's actually more rewarding to make contacts with low power. Here's a few and a narrative. Thanks for watching and 73.

Comms on Shanwick Oceanic Air Traffic Control 4651 kHz, copied with Tecsun S2200x

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sEZXwld_BE

Hi there, I don't often listen to comms from Shanwick, but had a go the other evening. Coming in loud and clear to my QTH near Oxford. Recorded on 09/05/26 at 22:59 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, via a Bonito/NTo AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

Voice of Korea (DPRK) on 12015 kHz Russian Service closing down - copied with the Tecsun S2200x

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oy7Zxs0TXuM

Hi there, a decent afternoon signal from the DPRK closing down their Russian Service. I've not listened out for the Voice of Korea for some time, but here they are again, still going on shortwave. Recorded in Oxford UK on 08/05/26 at 15:55 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna. Thanks for watching and 73.

First ever copy of Bangkok VOLMET (HSD) on 11387 kHz from Oxford, UK, using the Yaesu FRG-8800

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Owdld9GoN88

Hi there, this is a weak signal but a first ever catch for me, which is always great. At least now I know it's possible to copy VOLMET from Thailand, I will be checking this frequency more often to obtain a better signal. Recorded on 30/04/26 at 23:11 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, outdoors, via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

The 'Buzzer' UVB-76/NZhTI on 4625 kHz with a strong signal into Oxford UK this morning

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXRs3vNc34E

Hi there, The Buzzer has been weak at best for a long time now, until the early hours of this morning that is. Great to hear that Cold War artifact again on a radio that almost matches the era! Recorded on 08/07/26 at 00:15 hrs UTC using a JRC NRD535 and a long-wire antenna. Thanks for watching and 73.

Testing the Elad FDM DUOr with the DX signal from Radio Tarma Peru 4775 kHz in ECSS mode

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EspG5-1UXRA

Hi there, I haven't used the Elad very much and part of the reason for that is because it's a pain copying video from the screen - until now - I'm using the MicroSoft snipping tool and it's become a piece of cake lol. The Elad is one of the most capable receivers in my collection and I need to use it more! Recorded in Oxford UK on 26/06/26 at 00:26 hrs UTC using an end-fed wire antenna. Thanks for watching and 73.

After 100 years of the BBC on longwave, the last ever Shipping Forecast on 198 kHz and shut down

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNZjqHytikU

Hi there, a second recording of the last minutes of Radio 4 on 198 kHz, this time with the Icom IC-R8600 via my end-fed wire and audio piped through the Bose SoundLink Mini 2 speaker. Thanks for the century of broadcasting on longwave BBC, a shame it had to end, and thanks to my brilliant subscribers for watching. Good listening and 73.

A strong signal from Rádio Nacional da Amazônia 6180 kHz, Brazil, copied with the Tecsun S2200x

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIVGz-Vdx_0

Hi there, this was a much nicer signal from Rádio Nacional da Amazônia than previously copied on this radio. I hope I'm helping to dispel some myths about this radio...it's actually very good indeed, both in terms of sensitivity and selectivity. Also, with adjustable attenuation, high-end dynamic range is also excellent. Recorded in Oxford UK on 08/05/26 at 00:08 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

New York Radio 5520 kHz ATC: Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico & Florida Waters, copied with the DSP2

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVEXzR9jzmk

Hi there, another copy of New York Radio ATC, this time on the DSP2 using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, via the Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter - with no galvanic isolator. Pleased with this copy on the little Malahit. Recorded on 28/04/26 at 00:40 hrs UTC. Thanks for watching and 73.

CHU Canada time signal 7850 kHz copied with the JRC NRD535 - one of the last times I ever heard it

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsaPg_zU4hU

Hi there, it's very sad that the CHU time signal has gone forever. I recorded this signal and 3330 kHz, to find both were challenging, with the lower frequency much more so. I know it's only a time signal, but it will be missed by many - even as a propagation marker. Recorded in Oxford UK on 17/06/26 at 00:32 hrs using an end-fed long wire antenna. Thanks for watching and 73.

Radio 4 on198 kHz copied this morning at 00:48 hrs BST: this will be one of my last ever recordings

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd-q2sYB0co

Hi there, it won't be long now before the spectrum scope across 198 kHz will be empty. I keep hearing rumors that a pirate will take up the frequency! Recorded in Oxford with an Elad FDM DUOr and an end-fed wire. Thanks for watching and 73.

Armchair copy of Radio Exterior de España on 15520 kHz using the Icom IC-R8600 on a sunny afternoon

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_zJXS7cdOU

Hi there, this is an excellent example of how great shortwave radio can sound with enough TX power, proximity and conditions of propagation! Booming into Oxfordshire, as would be expected, but nice all the same. Recorded on 21/05/26 at 16:05 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

A review and commentary on the JRC NRD 535 HF receiver - and a comparison to the NRD525

 https://youtu.be/nvmI5oPnsVk

Hi there, my thoughts on the JRC NRD535, a bit of history and how it stacks up against the NRD525.

Thanks for watching and 73.

NCDXF International Beacon Project: signals copied from New York, Inuvik, Siberia, Kenya on 14.1 MHz

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CNhYNGo_3k

Signals also copied from Israel, Finland and Madeira. This beacon project is a brilliant platform for testing propagation and the sensitivity of my receivers. Recorded on 16/06/26 at 23:45 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna via an NTi AntennaJet RF splitter and GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

Voice of Korea (DPRK) on 12015 kHz Russian Service closing down - copied with the Tecsun S2200x

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oy7Zxs0TXuM

Hi there, a decent afternoon signal from the DPRK closing down their Russian Service. I've not listened out for the Voice of Korea for some time, but here they are again, still going on shortwave. Recorded in Oxford UK on 08/05/26 at 15:55 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna. Thanks for watching and 73.

Details of ham radio special even stations commemorating the closure of BBC Radio 4 198 kHz longwave

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhrxczE6muA

Hi there, the amateur radio community are getting together (including within the BBC) to commemorate the sad closure of BBC Radio 4 on longwave. Here are the details. Thanks for watching and 73.

A shortwave scan at 23:21 hrs UTC from my shack in Oxford UK using a Tecsun S2200x and a Wellbrook

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zKYfpEIzDg

Some nice signals being copied with the excellent S2200x. It's just a great all-round radio for broadcast listening, utility signals and DX. Highly recommended. Thanks for watching and 73.

VMW HF Marine Radio Service, Wiluna, Western Australia 12362 kHZ, copied in Oxford on Yaesu FRG-8800

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8REyJZ9qEVQ

Hi there, having copied this station on the Malahit DSP2, I decided to have a go with the FRG8800 - and here it is. What a great rig and still going strong after all these years. Recorded in Oxford UK on 30/04/25 at 23:03 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors) via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter and GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

The awesome sounding Hacker Super Sovereign: perfect way to listen to the Shipping Forecast 198 kHz

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CASUW5iSG3c

It doesn't get much better than this, although my good friend tells me there is another Hacker model (the Herald I think) with a slightly larger speaker than the Super Sovereign. My goodness that radio must sound good, because the audio from this one is epic. Thanks for watching and 73

Voice of Korea (DPRK) English Service starting on 15245.2 kHz copied with the NRD535 receiver

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHeNNtKzVzo

Hi there, a nice signal from North Korea on the 19m band copied with the NRD535. I'm not sure how different the 525 and 535 are, but the 525 wins on dynamic range, whist the 535 has better filters and front end. Either way, a very similar experience! Recorded in Oxford UK on 05/06/26 at 12:59 hrs UTC using a Bonito MegaLoop FX antenna via a GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

New York Radio 5550 kHz ATC: Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico & Florida Waters, copied with the Icom IC-705

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v9O8UT6B4g

Hi there, another copy of New York Radio ATC on the Icom, at the slightly higher frequency of 5550 kHz. Using my end-fed ham radio antenna and working very well. Recorded on 10/04/26 at 01:33 hrs UTC. Thanks for watching and 73.

Oostende Radio OSU Belgium 2761 kHz Maritime Weather Broadcast, first ever copy from Oxford UK

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icO72NRALSY

Hi there, great to catch a signal for the first time. Not too far away this one, but demonstrates there's still a lot to hear on shortwave! Recorded on 30/05/26 at 22:58 hrs UTC using a Yaesu FRG-100 and a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors) via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter and GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

A daytime shortwave scan using the Tecsun S2200x and a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUcQczx04q0

Hi there, although hugely diminished since the 1990s, there is still a lot left to listen to on shortwave. Here is a daytime scan using the rather excellent S2200x. Recorded in Oxford on 05/05/26 at 15:03 hrs UTC. Thanks for watching and 73.

HSW Bangkok Meteorological Radio 8743 KHz copied in the UK using the brilliant Malahit DSP2

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMiM5_knucA

Hi there, great to copy HSW Bangkok Meteorological Radio on 8743 KHz using the diminutive DSP2. My goodness, what a fantastic little receiver it is - if you can live with the almost limitless signal conditioning options! A high quality problem to have! Recorded on 29/04/26 at 22:30 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, outdoors, via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

I am now using shortwave.Live for online shortwave broadcasting schedules and it is excellent

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yc4mNm7FHkw

Hi there, check out this (relatively) new website for shortwave broadcasting schedules. It really is excellent. Thanks for watching and 73.

Sony ICF-2001D vs Elad FDM DUO: Radio Algérie, Chaîne 1 on 153 kHz longwave - no copy on the Sony!

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCOhiEsKwN8

Hi there, this almost shocked me - using the same antenna (Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop) I have a clear copy on the Elad (apologies for the terrible internal speaker audio) but nothing on the Sony. I want to re-run a similar test with Medi 1 on 171 kHz. There's no doubt the Elad has super performance in terms of lower limit dynamic range, but I didn't expect it to outperform the Sony which I suppose is optimised for shortwave rather than longwave. The front end noise figure is a bit higher and I assume IF filtering less precise at the lower frequencies on a rig that is about 40 years old. Recorded in Oxford UK on 22/04/26 at 00:26 hrs UTC. Thanks for watching and 73.

CHU Canada time signal is closing on the 22nd of June 2026....another one bites the dust

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbrhwWWabrs

Hi there, I first copied CHU in September 2015 when I got back into shortwave listening. I have 25 recordings taken over the last 11 years, on all of their frequencies - and although only a time signal, they will be missed - by me at least. Here are my thoughts....but in summary - such a shame they are shutting down. Thanks for watching and 73.

Sydney, Nova Scotia (VCO) Maritime station 2749 kHz USB Canada, copied in English and French

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fesXcimSxyc

Hi there, only copied this station once before - and never on a portable radio lol. Their signal picked up just before 01:00 hrs UTC and so I have a second recording to share later on. Recorded in Oxford UK on 15/04/26 at 00:46 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors). Thanks for watching and 73.

Radio New Zealand Pacific 11725 kHz coming into Oxford UK strongly on the Yaesu FRG-100

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdcgR_lqdOI

Hi there, nice to hear New Zealand on shortwave again. Long may they continue their service directed to the Pacific Small Island nations - and copied everywhere else! Recorded in Oxford UK on 17/04/26 at 08:00 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, outdoors, via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

Maritime station Olympia Radio (Iraklion SVH) 2799 kHz USB, Greece copied on the Eton E1

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6eC1bfCRWQ

Hi there, first time I've copied this station on a portable - ok the king of portables might make a difference! Not sure how much AM radio is left in Greece, so this weather service for Eastern Mediterranean shipping traffic is a welcome copy at my QTH. Recorded in Oxford UK on 15/04/26 at 00:36 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors). Thanks for watching and 73.

New York Radio 5520 kHz ATC: Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico & Florida Waters, copied with the Icom IC-705

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=025eKg7yRew

Hi there, great to hear New York Radio again, this time on the rather brilliant Icom IC-705. Recorded on 10/04/26 at 00:46 hrs UTC. Thanks for watching and 73.

Enjoy BBC Radio 4 on 198 kHz longwave whilst you can - shutting down on the 27th of June 2026

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPB7o3QfU1w

Hi there, this recording of the Shipping Forecast was taken on the morning of 15/04/26. It will be such a shame when they close for good next month Enjoy the lovely tones of AM radio on longwave until then. Recorded using an Eton E1 coupled to a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors). Thanks for watching and 73.

Santa Maria (AZR) Oceanic ATC 6628 kHz USB, Azores with the Icom IC-705 and my end-fed wire antenna

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCpX78rsei8

Hi there, I haven't used the 705 for much DXing since I bought it. I guess I have enough radios for that already lol. However, as a portable SDR receiver with built-in spectrum scope/waterfall etc., it probably can't be beaten. Recorded in Oxford UK on 09/04/24 at 00:26 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors) via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

Radio Nacional da Amazonia 6180 kHz, Brasilia, Brazil copied in Oxford UK with the Yaesu FRG-7700

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNeXtOEiFwE

Hi there, great to copy some decent DX with the FRG-7700. Not quite as sensitive at the FRG-8800, but you have to love the 1970s industrial design and super audio.

Recorded in Oxford UK on 06/04/26 at 00:01 hours UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop (outdoors) via a Bonito GI1000 galvanic isolator and AntennaJet RF splitter.

Thanks for watching and 73.

The 'Buzzer' UVB-76/NZhTI on 4625 kHz is back whilst The 'Pip' S30 on 3756 kHz never went away

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A61fzblxdBc

Hi there, The Goose, The Alarm etc. have disappeared but The Pip remains constant and The Buzzer comes and goes. It's back again - at least at my QTH in Oxford. Recorded on 09/05/26 at 22:46 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna, via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

Medium wave DX: Radio Keralam 1476 kHz, United Arab Emirates copied with the Icom IC-R8600

 Hi there, great to hear the UAE again on medium wave. Their signal has been stronger in Oxford, but the Icom still does a great job of demodulating the available signal.

Recorded on 01/04/26 at 00:37 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors), via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CIV22lFYL8

New York Radio 5520 kHz ATC: Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico & Florida Waters, copied with the Eton E1

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTeYRH5cH1Y

Hi there, great to hear New York Radio again, this time on the world's greatest ever shortwave portable (just) the Eton E1. Only the Sony ICF-2001D comes (very) close. But the PBT just edges it for me, for the E1.

Recorded on 19/03/26 at 00:43 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors) via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter.

Thanks for watching and 73.

Radio Algérie Chaîne 3, 252 kHz daylight signal in the woods on the Sony ICF-SW100 internal ferrite

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvmVkC3QddY

Hi there, can't think of a much prettier place to be listening to the radio, than the woods in West Oxfordshire, near my QTH. Shortwave was a bit dead, but here's a nice copy of Algeria on longwave. Thanks for watching and 73.

Strong signal from UR1 Pershiy kanal 1278 kHz, Ukraine, S9+ signal into Oxford UK

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCc7G8UaERU

Hi there, I only decided to record this because their signal was so strong and very consistent. Peace to all. Recorded in Oxford UK on 02/04/26 at 00:26 hrs UTC using an Icom IC-R8600 and Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna (outdoors) via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter and GI1000 galvanic isolator. Thanks for watching and 73.

Another copy of Voice of America Kuwait relay on 1548 kHz with clear ID

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1xZL7BoODE

Hi there, here's another copy of the VOA from Kuwait, this time with an ID near the beginning of the recording. Not a brilliant signal, but hey, this is MW DX! Recorded in Oxford UK on 02/04/26 at 00:26 hrs UTC using a Wellbrook ALA1530 magnetic loop antenna via a Bonito/NTi AntennaJet RF splitter. Thanks for watching and 73.