Tag Archives: Eton Elite Executive

MW antenna jack: who knew?

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Kevin

Radio manuals usually describe the external antenna jack as dedicated to bands above medium wave. Using an external MW antenna is typically accomplished by some sort of magnetic coupling. I think the first radio that I knew allowed the external … Continue reading →

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Grundig G4000A: Observations Part 2

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Kevin

Shortwave I wanted to test a collection of “comparable radios.” Given that we’re comparing a vintage radio to newer ones, there’re not exactly comparable. The Tecsun PL-660, bought not long after my original G4000A, is the only one with similar … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Portable Shortwave Radios for 2025

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Kevin

Most “top ten” lists online are garbage. I found a top 10 shortwave radio list, two of which didn’t even receive shortwave! I’m taking the question seriously, and there are no affiliate links in what follows. When considering candidates for … Continue reading →

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World Radio Day – 2025

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Kevin

I think I’ll sit in my recliner with my old friend, Eton Elite Executive, hooked up to my new friend, long wire antenna. I listened to some shortwave and then thought I’d try out FM. The radio was already tuned … Continue reading →

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ATS25 Max Decoder: Against all comers

Posted on January 20, 2025 by Kevin

So now to examine the question: how does the ATS25 Max Decoder compare with other portable radios on shortwave? The rules are simple. An MLA-30+ amplified loop antenna will be connected to an A/B switch, which will in turn be … Continue reading →

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RDS / RBDS: FM on Display

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Kevin

Update: Since originally writing this article, I’ve added an ATS25 max-Decoder with RDS. I’ll add its features to the table. The Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), as it is called in the North America, or simply RDS in the rest … Continue reading →

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Comparing My Top Radios

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Kevin

I talked about my Under $50 Radios and my Under $100 Radios and now it’s time to take a look at the much smaller top shelf. The group is: Model Amazon.com price1 Firmware Eton Elite Executive $199.00 Unknown Tecsun PL-660 … Continue reading →

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