Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 Edition (Passport to World Band Radio)
As events unfold, those wanting answers go beyond everyday sources to seek out news, opinion and perspectives direct and unfiltered. Only world band radio delivers this no matter what, and quick-access Passport to World Band Radio is the #1 seller to this market-over a million copies sold to date. Each edition is welcomed by established and emerging readers alike, as Passport delivers in nearly 600 pages what world band listeners seek: * Three-way guide to what's on from stations in dozens of countries: news, entertainment and opinion in English and other languages. All three formats: country-by-country, channel-by-channel, hour-by-hour. * Award-winning reviews of world band radios and accessories, with ratings of dozens of models from Sony, Grundig and others. Radios for emergencies, too. * Wealth of helpful how-to articles, along with a directory of station contacts, webcasts and a glossary. This annual title keeps readers coming back year after year, making it what one chain buyer hails as a quiet bestseller.
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Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 Edition (Passport to World Band Radio) Reviews
If you aren't happy with yours check out the reviews. Or if you found a great frequency look it up in the "Blue Pages" and find out who is on at a particular time. I was happy to find my receiver was highly rated. Didn't know how much I needed this book until I bought it. Like it says on the cover, "TV Guide for world band radio." Slick. It even has a section dedicated to what's on in English. Like I said, "It's a must have." Love the section called "What's On Tonight." Just go to the current universal time and check it out.
The book's value to me lies elsewhere though. Many interesting articles and reviews on various receivers, antennas and more. I'm using a 70's model Realistic DX-160 (analog tuning) radio. For me, the sections on worldwide broadcasts in english, and the "blue pages" - essentially a map of broadcasts by frequency (2.310Mhz-21.850Mhz) are extremely helpful. I haven't even looked at the section: "what's on tonight." - features a guide to hour-by-hour listening to worldband programming / shows in english. I need to get reading.I mean listening. This guide is an excellent value.
Reviews, radio listings, a glossary of terms, etc. For all the information here, I can't believe this book didn't cost twice as much. Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 really expanded my radio experience by opening my eyes up and tuning my ears into what all else is out there.
No world band listener should be without the most current version of this book. There is also alot of general information for shortwave listening and information on future trends. Before the internet it was the best way (and only practical way) to keep track of schedules and frequencies and still is since my PC can't be everywhere my radio is. It also is a great resource if you are shopping for a shortwave radio as all major sets in all quality and price ranges are reviewed. I have used Passport for almost twenty years now.
I've barely scratched the surface of all this book has to offer. My Favorite feature is the "blue pages". The blue pages have frequencies down the side, and times along the top, you just find the frequency you're listening to and intersect it with the time, and you've got the station you're listening to. This is a must own for any shortwave listener, form newbies, to professionals.
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