Passport to World Band Radio, 2005 Edition (Paperback)

by Lawrence Magne (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review
"...if you have any interest at all in what is happening on the frequencies between the amateur bands, you should certainly keep a copy by your receiver at all times!" - Radcom, January 2005.

Product Description
World band radio delivers on-the-spot news, perspectives and entertainment that is enjoyed anywhere. For 2005 two major developments will expand Passport's readership: World band goes digital. XM, Premium world band portables will soon also receive XM satellite radio. Entering its 21 year, Passport outsell all competitors combined.

Product Details

• Paperback: 592 pages
• Publisher: International Broadcasting Services (December 25, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0914941852
• ISBN-13: 978-0914941859
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #763,691 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, January 18, 2007

By	Joe Pillera (South Lyon, MI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Passport to World Band Radio, New 2007 Edition (Paperback)

The other reviewer who focused on the English language issue is way off the mark. I've been reading this book faithfully for over 10 years now - and it's the most useful SWL (short wave listener) guide available.

It not only reviews the latest consumer radios and gadgets, but gives you comprehensive listings of times, stations, and showings. Trying to surf the waves without it would put you at a disadvantage.

One of my favorite features is a listing that - given a frequency and time of day - will tell you what you're probably listening too. In other words, if you're surfing the waves - this book is indispensable to have at your side. Not to mention all of the other listings it has.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners, February 15, 2005

By	steve_oakland (Davis, CA) - See all my reviews

I recently received a shortwave radio as a gift. Without this guide, however, I would have quickly given up trying to listen to shortwave! This is an indespensible guide to learning how to get the best reception, what frequencies to listen to, and what times to listen. The book is easy to browse through and find information regarding broadcasters, specific programming, and frequencies.

This is an essential purchase for anyone getting their first shortwave radio.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book saved me, February 17, 2005

By	Perry Duke "newradio guy40" (austin texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I received the grundig FR200 for christmas and was a little lost on how to use it. I was just getting info off of the web and then I received this book as a gift this week and I must say it really helps, The station guides are very helpful and the articles that highlight stations are really informative.I also liked the product reviews and the beginners guide, really answered my questions. I feel this book will be very helpful when I upgrade radios in the future.