SHTF Ham Radio: Wouxun KG-UV9PX Amateur Radio HT - Unlockable Ham Radio Perfect For World War III

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  • čas přidán 1. 02. 2024
  • You can get the Wouxun KG-UV9PX SHTF Emergency Ham Radio here: bettersaferadio.com/wouxun-kg...
    You can get the programming cable here: bettersaferadio.com/wouxun-pc...
    You can get the GMRS Super-Stick 4 Antenna here: bettersaferadio.com/smiley-an...
    You can get the USB-C battery here: bettersaferadio.com/wouxun-bl...
    ** Minor correction: You CAN modify the custom display message and custom sub-band message in CHIRP. You can find both next to each other near the bottom of the Settings -► Configuration -► Admin Functions tabs.
    --- In this episode of ham radios for non-ham or non amature radio people, I will introduce you to the Wouxun KG-UV9PX amateur radio HT. This ham radio can be very easily unlocked making it perfect for SHTF or emergency prepper use for the upcoming civil war, World War III, regular boring civil-conflict and collapse of society, and even all those hurricanes from the Global Warming. The KG-UV9PX amateur radio hand-held can transmit over 8 watts and it comes pre-programmed with over 800 SHTF, prepper, U.S.Goverment agency, and other frequencies, making it an excellent choice for preppers.
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Komentáře • 372

  • @RisingTidesAC
    @RisingTidesAC Před 3 měsíci +57

    Two very important things come to mind when I watch this video.
    1. As always, great and entertaining video Randy.
    2. Mark the owner of Better Safe Radio is a stand up guy and I hope you all give him your business. Quality products and great service!

    • @dannydivine7699
      @dannydivine7699 Před 3 měsíci +8

      YES Mark is GREAT for sure!!!!

    • @bettersaferadio
      @bettersaferadio Před 3 měsíci +13

      Thanks, I really appreciate that! Now I can see why you're Randy's favorite viewer also. ;)

    • @lowandslow3939
      @lowandslow3939 Před 3 měsíci +2

      @@bettersaferadioHey! Randy said that I was his favorite viewer😢

    • @user-tk5zg6xv3j
      @user-tk5zg6xv3j Před 3 měsíci

      I’m glad there is a channel like this that doesn’t play into the FCC Brown Shirts marching orders.

    • @purplenurple4208
      @purplenurple4208 Před 3 měsíci

      I got mine from BSR. Worth the money for the programming. Its cloneable.

  • @bettersaferadio
    @bettersaferadio Před 3 měsíci +39

    Awesome video per usual Randy! One minor correction that I'm sure will make everyone happy... you CAN actually modify the custom display message and custom sub-band message in CHIRP, it's just that those fields are buried a bit. You can find both next to each other near the bottom of the Settings > Configuration > Admin Functions tabs, thanks to Mel the programmer who created this CHIRP UV9PX driver. :)

  • @hotbread148
    @hotbread148 Před 3 měsíci +17

    I want to change my ham call sign to UV5R and wallow in the bathtub with spurious emissions, Mom's meat loaf and a triple roger beep while being corrected by the authoritarian gate keepers. Great Video!!

  • @gekidokira
    @gekidokira Před 3 měsíci +35

    I have a few uv5-r's just in case. I watched one of your videos and I am hooked. I don't even really care about most radios. But your videos are so good and fun.

  • @MrStanwyck
    @MrStanwyck Před 3 měsíci +81

    As a happy ham, I always look forward to Randy’s non-woke brand of American sarcasm. Keep up the great work you do and have a good weekend.

  • @dougdaniels
    @dougdaniels Před 3 měsíci +21

    If you get the Smiley tri-band antenna, it is adjustable and will work on 2m, 220 and 440 Ham bands as well as the GMRS channels.

    • @Gruuvin1
      @Gruuvin1 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Will this UV9PX transmit on 220? (after chirp enabled?)

    • @danielkingshott2659
      @danielkingshott2659 Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks for the tip, was looking for a triband ht antenna!

  • @user-oi4fg3os7t
    @user-oi4fg3os7t Před 3 měsíci +14

    Some People will be griping about this video all week. Mose People will appreciate the time spent on this video and the info provided. Thanks Randy

  • @JD-gn6du
    @JD-gn6du Před 3 měsíci +9

    I have a ham license but still recommend people have a radio similar to this in the event of an emergency. Keep up the good work Randy!

  • @XJwolf4
    @XJwolf4 Před 3 měsíci +1

    So during the last week I’ve gone down the ham rabbit hole and out of all the videos I’ve encountered, yours have been the best. There’s always something you say in each one I watch that cracks me up, definitely subscribed

  • @ExploringWithJason
    @ExploringWithJason Před 3 měsíci +7

    In case you haven't checked out the latest $15 quansheng UV-K5(8) radio, with the egzumer fimware it will receive between 15mhz up to 1300mhz including USB CB, AM airband, VHF, marine, VHF 220mhz, AM 250-400 mil bands etc, 5.5w with this firmware and even has a spectrum analyzer and usb-c charging port 👍

  • @J0HN3
    @J0HN3 Před 3 měsíci +4

    I have this radio and love it. It’s rugged, and I love all the SHTF channels, and the APO to save the battery so it doesn’t come on accidentally in a pack and drain the battery to zero.
    Great reception and clear sound.

  • @JLatzMD
    @JLatzMD Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thanks! Got mine ordered from them (back ordered but should ship in next two-three weeks). I appreciate the educational content, and the humor.

  • @mitchh6702
    @mitchh6702 Před 3 měsíci +7

    So good to see you back on the YT! We were going though notarubicon withdrawal!

  • @markymarko7
    @markymarko7 Před 2 měsíci

    I came for your comedy show. It was an amazing performance as usual. I even felt more educated than ever on another radio I still cannot pronounce. Thank you.

  • @Therick305
    @Therick305 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is the video I've been waiting for. Thank you! I appreciate your perspective.

  • @Anon-Joe
    @Anon-Joe Před 3 měsíci +6

    About time we get blessed by your presence.

  • @AZREDFERN
    @AZREDFERN Před 3 měsíci +5

    Let’s check in on Not-AI-Rubicon, and see what his feelings are on the KG-UV9PX:
    “Feelings? My feelings are irrelevant. But let's talk about the Wouxun KG-UV9PX. It's a dual-band handheld radio, and compared to its predecessors, it's got a few new tricks up its sleeve. Things like dark color screen modes for covert operations, a quick-jump feature to your favorite emergency channel, and an extended receive range on the 1.25m band. Plus, it's got a brighter flashlight, stiffer knobs to avoid accidental changes, and it can be reset to a standard HAM configuration with 29 channels.
    So, in essence, the KG-UV9PX is like the Swiss Army Knife of radios. It's feature-rich and durable, which makes it a good choice for ham operators who want a bit more than just a simple push-to-talk experience. However, remember that with great power comes great responsibility, and also a thicker manual. So what I am really saying is, if you're into HAM radios and need a versatile, rugged device, the KG-UV9PX is a solid choice. But don't come crying to me if you can't figure out all its features; I'm busy enough swinging my Boofwhang UV-5R by its antenna. ..... 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸... ⬇️ 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄....”

  • @MrFunkyskier
    @MrFunkyskier Před 2 měsíci +1

    I've owned this HT for about a year. Well worth the coin. Most impressive is the receive sensitivity.

  • @hoodoo9185
    @hoodoo9185 Před 3 měsíci +9

    I have the GMRS version of this radio, KG-UV9GX, and absolutely love it!👍

    • @NickFrom1228
      @NickFrom1228 Před 3 měsíci

      I have to agree. I've been using mine frequently for about a year and it works really well. Zero complaints.

    • @xfirehurican
      @xfirehurican Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@NickFrom1228Ditto

  • @DePalma.
    @DePalma. Před 3 měsíci +3

    Beautiful radio…I’ve wanted one for a while now.

  • @ThePewski
    @ThePewski Před 3 měsíci

    Randy, youre the man! As a new to radio larper ive learned a great amount from you and subsequently spent alot of money on radios i can barely use. Using your links of course. Not as much as i do on firearms, but close!

  • @TadDanley
    @TadDanley Před 3 měsíci +1

    Love Better Safe Radio! Great products and superb service - thank you Mark!

  • @TR_TenSeven
    @TR_TenSeven Před 3 měsíci +5

    KG-UV9PX is a good radio, I've been running a couple since the end days of the Delta7 net.

  • @OhioGentlemenArms
    @OhioGentlemenArms Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks for showing how to plug in the charger into the power cord. Very informative!

  • @chrisrose6799
    @chrisrose6799 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Randy, always a welcome and expressionless Jedi Master of sarcasm. You’ve gotten me to get my GMRS license and 3 different “Boof-wang” HTs to learn myself up on. Thanks for the endless, relevant and spicy content!

  • @KK4CNM
    @KK4CNM Před 3 měsíci +4

    I'm a ham and bought 2m/70cm HTs for my family members in the area and programmed them with simplex frequencies that ill monitor if SHTF. I told them if they have a need to use this its because something has gone sideways in the world and the last thing they need to worry about is getting busted by the FCC. If they have a need for it, it's an emergency so use it.

  • @tabascoChad
    @tabascoChad Před 2 měsíci

    Always good to have provisions for every shituation! Thanks for continuing to make *great* content and sharing it with us!

  • @Zach-K7FC
    @Zach-K7FC Před 3 měsíci +1

    Love the UV9P series of radios.

  • @NickFrom1228
    @NickFrom1228 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Better safe radio is a solid business. He works with you to get you what you want. Good guy.

  • @lukepippin4781
    @lukepippin4781 Před 2 měsíci

    I have the UV9P (no X) and I love it. Definitely unlocked it, that was the first thing I did. Just now diving back into the subject. Got my GMRS license a few weeks ago and I’m taking the HAM technician test in 2 days. Gonna get a signal stick to go on it and take it with me to the Grand Canyon in May.

  • @shaunnichols4664
    @shaunnichols4664 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Well done. Not many would review a black object and accessories in front of a dark back drop.

  • @philbou1
    @philbou1 Před 3 měsíci +17

    I always sent your video to my Ham radio club, because too many sad hams. 😂

    • @volvo09
      @volvo09 Před 3 měsíci +9

      That's how you find out who can't deal with sarcasm and dry humor.

  • @tradbowtimewithuncledan2686
    @tradbowtimewithuncledan2686 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Thank you for throwing up the map of my great state on the screen 👍

  • @brynnleapierce5600
    @brynnleapierce5600 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I'm so “happy to hear a man who knows how to deliver a straight forward video”👌 Love your presentation👈👌😊

  • @gerechoppers
    @gerechoppers Před 3 měsíci +2

    Thanks for the Texas shoutout in the background. Keep up the good work.

  • @user-eo7cf2cd7k
    @user-eo7cf2cd7k Před 3 měsíci

    Best radio show on YT!
    Nothing else compares.

  • @snowrider5150
    @snowrider5150 Před 2 měsíci

    Just ordered mine today, can’t wait!

  • @shovelheadkev4367
    @shovelheadkev4367 Před 3 měsíci +1

    You're killin me! Love the videos and information. Subscribed. I'm still laughing about the policing the arrows on the floor of the grocery store comment. LOL

  • @philbou1
    @philbou1 Před 3 měsíci +2

    You always crack me up.

  • @stevemcnaughton-kb3jc96
    @stevemcnaughton-kb3jc96 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I just noticed the call sign KMG365 - Roy and Johnny would have loved this radio!

  • @forgottenamericana
    @forgottenamericana Před 3 měsíci +2

    Another no BS straight up review. Thank you

  • @chrissewell1608
    @chrissewell1608 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Being in Georgia. I shop at either WeBee Radios or Mo-Betta Raid-Eo, in the metros Atlanta ghettocide district. There prices are always a steal! 😅

  • @kidvision564
    @kidvision564 Před 3 měsíci

    Liked and subscribed without desperation

  • @warlockcommandcenter
    @warlockcommandcenter Před 3 měsíci +1

    Back in the day when I got my Quansheng Tg-UV 2 I found that the radio could be unlocked to Transmit on any frequency that is receivable including the FM broadcast band.

  • @OOOOutdoorOffGridOverland
    @OOOOutdoorOffGridOverland Před 3 měsíci

    I watch and laugh imagining how mad "some people" can get on you. Very entertaining and informative.

  • @pluckypurcell7186
    @pluckypurcell7186 Před 3 měsíci

    Another great video. Thanks Randy. I have a KG-UV9P (not X) and it is an excellent radio.

  • @stevenemert837
    @stevenemert837 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Randy, have you patented that technique for making the display work better in bright sunlight? Genius!!!

  • @Slotty_Botfast
    @Slotty_Botfast Před 3 měsíci

    Gracias Randolfo.

  • @dannydivine7699
    @dannydivine7699 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Most excellent radio, just remember to backup the out of the box configuration right away, because a factory reset will undo all Mark's GREAT programming.
    And the KG-UV980P makes an excellent mobile companion radio for this one.
    Jest say'in

    • @eem3iii
      @eem3iii Před 3 měsíci

      @dannydivine7699 Is it possible to unlock the KG-UV980P mobile radio for GMRS frequencies or add in Chirp? I haven’t found if this is possible.

    • @bettersaferadio
      @bettersaferadio Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@eem3iii Yes, with the UV950P freq lock tool found on the web, but maybe also CHIRP now.

  • @marshallpoe8087
    @marshallpoe8087 Před 3 měsíci

    Love the Station 51 (Emergency) call letters on the radio screen.

  • @hoosierdaddy2308
    @hoosierdaddy2308 Před 3 měsíci

    I need one of these. ❤.
    Thanks Randy.

  • @edwardyoung8575
    @edwardyoung8575 Před 3 měsíci

    Randy you are a American Treasure!!! Your intro was priceless 😂😂😂

  • @astrayamatu
    @astrayamatu Před 3 měsíci +1

    i got my self an KG-UV9K its been really good for me

    • @bettersaferadio
      @bettersaferadio Před 3 měsíci

      I'll bet you would love to have the Scan Advance feature though, yeah? ;)

  • @RenaissanceThinking
    @RenaissanceThinking Před 2 měsíci +1

    OMG that FCC non-license license under the box was priceless!

  • @chrispy6313
    @chrispy6313 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Oh my, you still got it Randy, still funny.😂😂😂 I have 2 previous versions of the uv-9 and they're my most used HTs. Now, how did you get yours b4 me? Been on the waiting list for weeks😢😢. Keep up the good work!

    • @p0pgh0st
      @p0pgh0st Před 3 měsíci +1

      lol I was thinking the same thing because I’m on the waiting list too. Hopefully that means ours is going to ship soon.

    • @Tsch6373
      @Tsch6373 Před 2 měsíci

      Hope so, I ordered mine this morning...

  • @TheGunsNBlades
    @TheGunsNBlades Před 3 měsíci +2

    G’damn this channel is a fook’n gem fjb

  • @danielmarkleblanc1800
    @danielmarkleblanc1800 Před 3 měsíci

    Brilliant, Thanks for the great information.

  • @proudtex
    @proudtex Před 3 měsíci

    First...Love the wall pic for this one! Second...love the Federal Concealed Cary (FCC) license allowing you to carry your radio in your pocket! Is that your antenna? or are you happy to see me?! LMAO!

  • @whollymindless
    @whollymindless Před 3 měsíci

    So many easter eggs. Thank you for introducing me to Mr. Poon.

  • @dctrdredge2139
    @dctrdredge2139 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Would like to see the rundown of the KG-Q10h . Great video ty

  • @cevansinz
    @cevansinz Před 3 měsíci

    Cemen-eters...! You got me on that one. Nice.

  • @billwallace7713
    @billwallace7713 Před 3 měsíci

    thanks,i will now get one,outstanding video

  • @pache2112
    @pache2112 Před dnem

    You have me rolling man!!🤣 im gonna go by a ham radio just to push the button 😳

  • @hardlifeofapo
    @hardlifeofapo Před 3 měsíci

    Great video!
    I have a similar older model of the same radio, and it drains the battery after a few few weeks -- even when not in use.
    Anyone intending to use this radio for emergencies, please add a piece of plastic between the battery and the body of the radio so the contacts don't touch. It will prevent your battery from being completely drained whenever you want to use it.

    • @bettersaferadio
      @bettersaferadio Před 3 měsíci

      Or just store the battery off of the radio, which is a good practice for all radios, as any rechargeable battery could potentially leak or swell or worse (rare, but it can happen), which would not be good for the radio. :)

  • @richardcorwin1828
    @richardcorwin1828 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you!!

  • @bertan8510
    @bertan8510 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Love the chewed up pencil😂

  • @stevemcnaughton-kb3jc96
    @stevemcnaughton-kb3jc96 Před 3 měsíci

    OMG! You did blink! I had to rewind and play at quarter speed to see it! That probably means we’re seeing the real Randy and not the AI this time. I’m another happy ham and giddy gmrs user, keep on keeping on!

  • @apar1560
    @apar1560 Před 3 měsíci

    Nice review, THANKS ❤!

  • @ama168william
    @ama168william Před 3 měsíci +1

    Liked this video before the 30 second mark.

  • @TheDoug625
    @TheDoug625 Před 3 měsíci +4

    I have my gmrs license and 3 "legal" gmrs radios, however I started buying only unlockable radios since in an emergency I want as many options as possible.

  • @TadDanley
    @TadDanley Před 3 měsíci +1

    Nice receiver - sweet!

  • @sargemarine3709
    @sargemarine3709 Před 3 měsíci

    I got 3 President Lincoln II+ radios. 6 Baofeng UV 5R Pros.

  • @paulsylvester1394
    @paulsylvester1394 Před 3 měsíci

    First off, I love the T shirt! It is the kind an engineer loves!
    I wanted to talk about another class of users. I volunteer at two railroad museums. We use radios to ensure safety and to facilitate control. While our organizations are licensed, our individual users are typically not ham operators. They follow the rules of the organization. One group, on VHF in the railroad frequencies, has rules that are quite compliant. The dispatcher controls communications and ever communication is ended by the dispatcher using our call sign. The other group, on a UHF business frequency, is like the Wild West!
    Our users like to own their own radios to control accessories and battery life. And we don’t wish to spend $50 to have someone program 2 frequencies for us.
    So these “non-ham” radios with decent quality audio are important to us. Sure, a Buofeng cheapo has an interesting value proposition but we are willing to invest in better quality.
    Keep up the good reviews. And yes, we are working to tighten up the Wild West radio useage though they are not all that bad and there is not any useless chatter on the air.

    • @bettersaferadio
      @bettersaferadio Před 3 měsíci

      To boot, the UV9PX comes pre-programmed with over 130 AAR channels and the dual-receivers work great for your purpose. :)

  • @vicrattlehead8665
    @vicrattlehead8665 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Ofc uploaded when my kg935g+ (not a sexuality) came in. I already like this thing way more than my first gmrs radio. I already have a ft60 to tinker on ham bands (a boofwang too ofc), but I may have to snag one of these 👀 later on.

  • @6.8SPC4me
    @6.8SPC4me Před 3 měsíci

    I love your “license”

  • @user-oe4lr1pd8t
    @user-oe4lr1pd8t Před měsícem

    Love your posting

  • @kurtpietrzak9168
    @kurtpietrzak9168 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Who cares if your not a ham the info you put out is great.

    • @ethansmith9065
      @ethansmith9065 Před 3 měsíci

      Hams care. They all care deeply. I wonder how they even know, being so far up their own ass

  • @watts_da_freq
    @watts_da_freq Před 3 měsíci

    Best show to date!

  • @ugsisr
    @ugsisr Před 3 měsíci

    Great channel... Thank You

  • @hdflame
    @hdflame Před 2 měsíci

    ​ @TheNotaRubicon I've been watching your videos for a couple of weeks now and thoroughly enjoy the tongue in cheek humor. I'm sure "Those People" watch it for the same reason!
    I have started a list of your t-shirts so I can have my wife make some for me. Do you have a place online to buy them?
    BTW, I had to rewind to get a better look at your HAM license! For your information, I have started a go fund me in order to purchase a case of #2 pencils for you.....just in case you get hungry and need a little snack!

    • @robertduffy5805
      @robertduffy5805 Před 2 měsíci

      He provides a link in the description for the shirts

  • @MsRandiCook
    @MsRandiCook Před 3 měsíci

    Love this!

  • @TheEdudo
    @TheEdudo Před měsícem

    you really enjoy this....

  • @BackwoodsLaw
    @BackwoodsLaw Před 3 měsíci +2

    🤣 Do we need to start calling you Captain Kelly now? Nice station id.

  • @lyresmyth
    @lyresmyth Před 2 měsíci

    Randy, Thanks to you I'm going to purchase this radio, though looking at the programming section of your video, what you're saying and where you demonstrating on Chirp is not the same. I was wondering if you can clarify the exact limit your are talking about and the value? Much appreciated..

  • @dudeman_1970
    @dudeman_1970 Před 3 měsíci

    I still have the KG935G that you recommended a while back... decent radio but I never found any kind of unlock feature for it... so it was kind of a waste of money for what it is... the uv5r out does it imo.

  • @drmikeyb1
    @drmikeyb1 Před 3 měsíci

    I apologize if you've already been asked this question but for a SHTF situation and were only allowed to pick one GMRS radio which would it be. Thank you for your help and informative channel. Take care

  • @JLatzMD
    @JLatzMD Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks!

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael Před 3 měsíci +2

    I Love My Wouxun KG-UV9PX KG-UV9GX they are Great radios Been impressed how Long the batteries last Even when using a ton from transmitting on high gotten well over 2 days worth with heavy transmitting great video as always Randy 3:00 @NotaRubicon Productions

  • @charderothelupe
    @charderothelupe Před 3 měsíci

    Great video! Ordered a super-stick for your affiliate monies💸

  • @waynekaczmarek946
    @waynekaczmarek946 Před 11 dny

    Damnit man I knew I had another brother out here in this F** up place.
    I love you brother, more than you'll ever know

  • @Sonicgott
    @Sonicgott Před měsícem

    You just LOVE that antenna, don’t you? 😂

  • @tommyj1811
    @tommyj1811 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I must have this!!!!!

  • @armyman1986
    @armyman1986 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Do you happen to have any extra "Farsometer 2000" stickers for sale? It would be really be cool to put one on my SW-102, too...

  • @Charlottesville798
    @Charlottesville798 Před 3 měsíci

    Randy, you are a 'national Treasure'. We love you, keep up the awesome work. regards from Blighty! 🇬🇧

  • @atlantaswelder
    @atlantaswelder Před 3 měsíci

    So i've been testing my UV-5Rs and not getting a performance change between mid power and high power according to the SWR meter. Now im looking for a change.

  • @rusty-oc2tj
    @rusty-oc2tj Před 2 měsíci

    nail on the head

  • @project_poor_runner
    @project_poor_runner Před 3 měsíci

    For those running the GMRS- Pro from BTECH, there’s an issue with the screen going black after the recent firmware update. Just FYI.

  • @jquantum23
    @jquantum23 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Can you review the Quansheng UV-K5(8) flashable HT? Curious of this is UV5R replacement in your opinion...

  • @delbertrohrbach4734
    @delbertrohrbach4734 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Very nice suggestion! Love this radio!

  • @kumasu
    @kumasu Před 3 měsíci +1

    What were the results of the informal poll about whether or not to get your ham license? Inquiring minds want to know.