What kind of receiver is best to hear shortwave radio?
In general, a shortwave receiver with digital readout and continuous coverage is best, because you can find stations much more easily by simply punching in the frequency you want. “Continuous coverage” means the receiver covers the entire shortwave spectrum from approximately 3 to 30 MHz, with no gaps in coverage. There are still many good analog (i.e. non-digital readout) receivers available as well, even though you may have to guess a bit about the exact frequency you’re on. In some countries (particularly in Asia, Africa and Latin America), many of the boom box-type radios with cassette players often include shortwave bands. In North America, all Radio Shack stores sell a variety of shortwave receivers with their own brand name (although often made for them by other companies). Other electronic stores such as Best Buy, Circuit City, etc. sell shortwave radios as well. Some of the best quality name brands available in North America include Sony, Grundig, Sangean and Panasonic. Large
