The little XHData 808 blows my Sony ICF 2001 and my Yaesu FRG 7700 out of the water in every possible way but I want a big chunky version of it it with big switches and a big speaker.
I love mine, I'm based on the south coast in hampshire, right near the solent. Even with the telescopic whip it comes with i've heard so much on sw , am and ssb as well. i sometimes use it with the mla 30 loop, and it performs nice as well
I have the XHDATA and love it! I am using an end fed long wire antenna. Very good reception for international radio stations. The number stations are relatively clear especially at night. I do miss my Realistic DX160 though! I am taking my foundation exam in three weeks so look forward to choosing a transceiver.
@@LONGINTHETOOTHtvhello, what could be broken, I have a xhdata d-808 radio, old version, all bands work, but not the air band band, I also have xhdata new version and it receives the air band very well, best regards
You got me so convinced, I did get the xhdata. Couldn't love it more than I do. What an amazing piece of small equipment. I am the typical beginning shortwave listener mentioned in the video:) I had gotten an old analog grundig satellit 2400 off ebay just before that (for 180€ in an excellent state, who could refuse) but I needed a comparison point to make sure its shortwave capability is OK. This tiny xhdata is the perfect balance to that old analog receiver. Now I can work on building antennas:) Thank you so much, your video helped a ton. Keep on rocking.
Same here been in radios all my life amazed the shit outa me oustanding ive never seen better, to this day for price performance and features the air band included and multi band width select and sensitivity on mw and fm ,oustanding and shortwave ssb, bit weak on air band but hey ill take it .
Thanks for the review Peter very informative, I'm just finding my feet with the 808 I've just purchased. You have a distinctive voice... I'm sure we've worked on 40m 🤔 Keep up the good work.
I live in a ground floor flat in North London, bought the D-808 a few weeks ago. What a cracking receiver; MW is great, I can get Manx on 1368 kHz and BBC Radio Scotland on 810 kHz quite well in the evenings. Airband - I live under a Heathrow arrival flight path - is very good, also get Gatwick approach clearly, along with numerous other frequencies. SW is very good too, get a belting signal from China Radio's half megawatt Kashgar on 9760 and 9770 plus may other stations. The only weak spot is LW reception.
@@LONGINTHETOOTHtv Even more, Faroes on 531 and all the Spanish 600kW transmitters. Love it! I was listening to BBC WS from Limassol last night, 12025, with that little 6' external bundled in the box.
Good day Sir . Liked your video I have been checking many videos on U tube for picking up the XHDATA but had diubts cause it is Made In China but your video has given been just that amount of confidence for zeroing on it . But need to find out about after sales service here in my country in India. Thanks.
Almost everything seems to be made on China Niladri I don’t hear of many faults. I’ve had mine 3 years with no probs. Let us know if you buy . Happy listening
Thank you for your honest opinions I and others really appreciate them and you, I have been into shortwave radio for decades now and have enjoyed listening to English speaking foreign stations and still do. Take care and stay safe. 👍
The only thing I didn’t like about my XHDATA was the muting/chuffing on tuning. Otherwise a nice little radio for the price. Have since sold it and bought the Tecsun PL990x which, although is a better radio, it is three times the price of the XHDATA.
Interesting demo. Shortwave radio is one of my favourite stations, that, Radio Delta, Mystery 21, Channel 292.. all keep SWL interesting. The Xhdata is a great radio for the price, you can’t go wrong. It works well with a passive YouLoop as well 👍🏼
I really do enjoy your channel. Thanks for Sharing your knowledge. I’m looking to buy a good short wave radio for under $200. I’ve been eyeballing tecsun as well as the one you just reviewed. I live in the hills of Northern California. Do you have any recommendations. Anything would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Nate, thank you for your kind comment. My shortwave knowledge is not vast but my idea is that if I discover something - I share it :) .. Most modern shortwave portables will pick up the same stations at about the same strength, the more expensive ones may look nicer and have a few extra features but will only do the same job. Be aware that if you want an external antenna on medium wave, your choices will be more limited .. if you want Tecsun, the pl880 is nice audio. The 990 and s2000 support ex mw antennas but those may break the bank :) Good luck with your choice, let us know what you decide..
DH808 should be great to start with. Just got mine direct from China and am so impressed. Way better than the much more expensive Eton Satellit. I also like CCrane. They are from Nor Cal Arcata area. But more pricey of course..
Der Test zeigt wieder einmal, dass Kurzwellentransceiver nicht generell kleinen billigen Radios ueberlegen sind. Die Erfahrung habe ich auch gemacht und war nach dem Test eher enttaeuscht von meinem YAESU.
How does the analog volume stands over time? I had two Sony portable radios (both with analog tuning and volume controls) and both had developed a problem with analog controls in approximatelly 1 year. The slightest touch in volume control drastically changes volume levels. Same applies to tuning. I'm thinking about getting Retekess v115 due to its digital controls.
I would recommend the XHdata . I did own the degen some time ago but the casing fell apart after being in storage ... cant speak for the tecsun but they have a good reputation. You cant go wrong with the XHdata for the price,,, Happy Radio ;)
The PL-330 has some advantages compared to the XHDATA: you can calibrate the frequency, it's smaller (useful for travel), and it can use an external antenna on MW (you can switch between the internal ferrite antenna and an external one for MW). Disadvantages: tuning is less convenient, the battery capacity is lower, and there's no air band. I prefer the XHDATA for listening to local FM stations because the speaker is larger and better sounding. I wish that either radio had used 3 or 4 AA (rechargeable) cells in stead of lithium ion cells, they're heavier but they're available everywhere and you can stockpile them for use when the power is out for a longer time.
@@josehbhidalgo172 set the radio to MW. Push and hold the digit 3 key. When the radio shows CH-S it enables the external antenna jack for MW use. Note that both the MW and SW indicators are shown. Plug in an external antenna. Holding the 3 digit again turns this mode off.
What radio do you recommend up to 130 usd? I am interested in shortwave. Do radios with internal charger degrade shortwave? for example the pl-330. Thank's and regards
Thanks for the comment Luiz, I did own the Degen but I recommend the XHDATA, have a look at my review of the XHDATA czcams.com/video/4XBC3su4jrg/video.html
Would of rather seen the equipment instead of your mush in the way, it's a radio review not a pretty boy review, well the radio won that contest..... you say not a fair test with the xdata increased bandwidth but what about the 840 WITH ATU so it can see 50ohm and the xdata no tuner, sounds like a fair test not
Thanks for the comment. The 840 was using the ATU and the XHdata was not, I didnt try the Xhdata WITH ATU, I will try and keep off camera a bit more next time ;)
The little XHData 808 blows my Sony ICF 2001 and my Yaesu FRG 7700 out of the water in every possible way but I want a big chunky version of it it with big switches and a big speaker.
Now I agree with you George what a set that would be plus with smooth vfo style tuning
I love mine, I'm based on the south coast in hampshire, right near the solent. Even with the telescopic whip it comes with i've heard so much on sw , am and ssb as well. i sometimes use it with the mla 30 loop, and it performs nice as well
I'm glad you are enjoying the radio. thanks for the comment
Just got my XHDATA-808 a few days ago. I love it!
Audio is good and medium wave is reception is really nice.
Good choice Alfonso
I have the XHDATA and love it! I am using an end fed long wire antenna. Very good reception for international radio stations. The number stations are relatively clear especially at night. I do miss my Realistic DX160 though! I am taking my foundation exam in three weeks so look forward to choosing a transceiver.
Thanks for commenting Debby, yes you can’t go wrong with the XHDATA:) GOOD LUCK with the exam .. keep us posted .. don’t forget to subscribe :;)))
@@xhdataradio9011 Passed my Radio Amateur Foundation Easter Sunday!
@@LONGINTHETOOTHtvhello, what could be broken, I have a xhdata d-808 radio, old version, all bands work, but not the air band band, I also have xhdata new version and it receives the air band very well, best regards
You got me so convinced, I did get the xhdata. Couldn't love it more than I do. What an amazing piece of small equipment. I am the typical beginning shortwave listener mentioned in the video:) I had gotten an old analog grundig satellit 2400 off ebay just before that (for 180€ in an excellent state, who could refuse) but I needed a comparison point to make sure its shortwave capability is OK. This tiny xhdata is the perfect balance to that old analog receiver. Now I can work on building antennas:)
Thank you so much, your video helped a ton. Keep on rocking.
thats brilliant news lespetits I'm happy to hear it
Same here been in radios all my life amazed the shit outa me oustanding ive never seen better, to this day for price performance and features the air band included and multi band width select and sensitivity on mw and fm ,oustanding and shortwave ssb, bit weak on air band but hey ill take it .
Thanks for the review Peter very informative, I'm just finding my feet with the 808 I've just purchased. You have a distinctive voice... I'm sure we've worked on 40m 🤔 Keep up the good work.
Glad you like the 808 Paul. I can’t see you in the log book but maybe we worked :) happy radio
subscribed. Extremely on-point and well delivered information for my use. Cheers!
I’m delighted it was useful lespetits. Thanks for the comment
I live in a ground floor flat in North London, bought the D-808 a few weeks ago. What a cracking receiver; MW is great, I can get Manx on 1368 kHz and BBC Radio Scotland on 810 kHz quite well in the evenings. Airband - I live under a Heathrow arrival flight path - is very good, also get Gatwick approach clearly, along with numerous other frequencies. SW is very good too, get a belting signal from China Radio's half megawatt Kashgar on 9760 and 9770 plus may other stations. The only weak spot is LW reception.
Thanks for that report Bing Bong I’m delighted you like the radio. There’s not much on LW these days anyway.
@@LONGINTHETOOTHtv Even more, Faroes on 531 and all the Spanish 600kW transmitters. Love it! I was listening to BBC WS from Limassol last night, 12025, with that little 6' external bundled in the box.
Thirty meter wire antena? ALL things considered? This little rig hangs as tough as nails with the big guy. Great vid.
thanks for the comment Thomas :)
Great comparison and handy little radio for testing things too !
Good day Sir . Liked your video I have been checking many videos on U tube for picking up the XHDATA but had diubts cause it is Made In China but your video has given been just that amount of confidence for zeroing on it . But need to find out about after sales service here in my country in India. Thanks.
Almost everything seems to be made on China Niladri I don’t hear of many faults. I’ve had mine 3 years with no probs. Let us know if you buy . Happy listening
Thank you for your honest opinions I and others really appreciate them and you, I have been into shortwave radio for decades now and have enjoyed listening to English speaking foreign stations and still do.
Take care and stay safe. 👍
The only thing I didn’t like about my XHDATA was the muting/chuffing on tuning. Otherwise a nice little radio for the price. Have since sold it and bought the Tecsun PL990x which, although is a better radio, it is three times the price of the XHDATA.
Fair comment Gary - enjoy the 990
Interesting demo. Shortwave radio is one of my favourite stations, that, Radio Delta, Mystery 21, Channel 292.. all keep SWL interesting. The Xhdata is a great radio for the price, you can’t go wrong.
It works well with a passive YouLoop as well 👍🏼
FrancoAC is right, some good stations doing their bit, glad the antenna works for you :)
I have a XHDATA 808 too, it's very good for it's functions and it also has RDS, instead of Tecsuns
Nice comparison ı subscribed thank you
Thanks for the comment Proconesus and for the sub :)
This shows how good the D808 is and with multi-bandwidth selection in SSB -- in contrast to the Sangean 909x2 -- more bonus points...
thats right Dan, its hard to beat
I really do enjoy your channel. Thanks for Sharing your knowledge. I’m looking to buy a good short wave radio for under $200. I’ve been eyeballing tecsun as well as the one you just reviewed. I live in the hills of Northern California. Do you have any recommendations. Anything would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Nate, thank you for your kind comment. My shortwave knowledge is not vast but my idea is that if I discover something - I share it :) .. Most modern shortwave portables will pick up the same stations at about the same strength, the more expensive ones may look nicer and have a few extra features but will only do the same job. Be aware that if you want an external antenna on medium wave, your choices will be more limited .. if you want Tecsun, the pl880 is nice audio. The 990 and s2000 support ex mw antennas but those may break the bank :)
Good luck with your choice, let us know what you decide..
DH808 should be great to start with. Just got mine direct from China and am so impressed. Way better than the much more expensive Eton Satellit. I also like CCrane. They are from Nor Cal Arcata area. But more pricey of course..
I like this radio a lot and I ordered its sister radio the digitech ar 1780
Brilliant. Enjoy the radio :::)))
For those not familiar with the metric system 10 meters is slight less than 33 feet.
thanks for that patrick :) I'm glad your maths is tip top :) happy radio
Very nice comparison 🎉.
Der Test zeigt wieder einmal, dass Kurzwellentransceiver nicht generell kleinen billigen Radios ueberlegen sind. Die Erfahrung habe ich auch gemacht und war nach dem Test eher enttaeuscht von meinem YAESU.
sehr richtig, thank you for your comment Radio Craftbox
How does the analog volume stands over time? I had two Sony portable radios (both with analog tuning and volume controls) and both had
developed a problem with analog controls in approximatelly 1 year. The slightest touch in volume control drastically changes volume levels.
Same applies to tuning. I'm thinking about getting Retekess v115 due to its digital controls.
thanks for your comment alb3530 I have not had a problem with the XHDATA, have you tried a bit of switch cleaner?
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thanks for your comment The dancing Allen, I am delighted it works on your planet
Hi do you recommend this Radio still obviously there's the newer version now
hallo i am from belguim i want to by a new receiver what do jou recomend me please degen de 1103 dsp or xhdata or tecsun pl 330
I would recommend the XHdata . I did own the degen some time ago but the casing fell apart after being in storage ... cant speak for the tecsun but they have a good reputation. You cant go wrong with the XHdata for the price,,, Happy Radio ;)
The PL-330 has some advantages compared to the XHDATA: you can calibrate the frequency, it's smaller (useful for travel), and it can use an external antenna on MW (you can switch between the internal ferrite antenna and an external one for MW).
Disadvantages: tuning is less convenient, the battery capacity is lower, and there's no air band.
I prefer the XHDATA for listening to local FM stations because the speaker is larger and better sounding.
I wish that either radio had used 3 or 4 AA (rechargeable) cells in stead of lithium ion cells, they're heavier but they're available everywhere and you can stockpile them for use when the power is out for a longer time.
@@ge48421 hi could you explain how to use an external mw antenna on the pll-330?
@@josehbhidalgo172 set the radio to MW. Push and hold the digit 3 key. When the radio shows CH-S it enables the external antenna jack for MW use. Note that both the MW and SW indicators are shown.
Plug in an external antenna. Holding the 3 digit again turns this mode off.
@@ge48421 👋👋👋Thank you
What radio do you recommend up to 130 usd?
I am interested in shortwave. Do radios with internal charger degrade shortwave? for example the pl-330. Thank's and regards
Hello sir, i'd got a tecsun pl-660, how about its shortwaves quality?
Thanks in advance.
its a very nice older style radio nice VFO smooth tuning - no chuffing like a lot of modern portables - will do you just fine,,
Hello. Does XHDATA D-808 have rds function?
RDS on vhf fm yes
no problem with broken antenna foot, due to poor material quality?
it can happen,
Bom dia amigo, falo do Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷, tenho xhdata e o degen de1103 pll, na sua opinião, qual é o melhor? Forte abraço
Thanks for the comment Luiz, I did own the Degen but I recommend the XHDATA, have a look at my review of the XHDATA
czcams.com/video/4XBC3su4jrg/video.html
How did you connect the external speaker from the XHDATA 808? Was it direct from the headphone jack out?
Yes David - just out of the headphones socket- obviously not a lot of volume but I wanted the test to be as fair as possible
Would of rather seen the equipment instead of your mush in the way, it's a radio review not a pretty boy review, well the radio won that contest..... you say not a fair test with the xdata increased bandwidth but what about the 840 WITH ATU so it can see 50ohm and the xdata no tuner, sounds like a fair test not
Thanks for the comment. The 840 was using the ATU and the XHdata was not, I didnt try the Xhdata WITH ATU, I will try and keep off camera a bit more next time ;)
My Weapon Of Choice On The Go! XHDATA D-808 CZcams @longrangelisteners