Alternatives to Sony ICF Range

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Hi RS.

I don't know the Sony ICF radio. Does it have SSB capability?

For a shortwave receiver SSB capability will let you pick up hamateur radio transmissions both voice and Morse code.

I Use an Eton G3 for travelling and am extremely satisfied with it. Its a bit beyond your budget and rins from an external 6v supply, not 12v

A quick e-bay trawl found this which is in your price Range ( actually under £40) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TECSUN-PL-600-...337e0e5633
Its specifications are almost identical to the Eton. It could be a good gamble.