Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 384.545 EAN: 9780914941668 ISBN: 0914941666 Label: International Broadcasting Services Manufacturer: International Broadcasting Services Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 592 Publication Date: December 25, 2007 Publisher: International Broadcasting Services Sales Rank: 10008 Studio: International Broadcasting Services
Product DescriptionAs events unfold, those wanting answers go beyond everyday sources to seek out news, opinion and perspectives direct and unfiltered. Only world band radio delivers this no matter what, and quick-access Passport to World Band Radio is the #1 seller to this market-over a million copies sold to date. Each edition is welcomed by established and emerging readers alike, as Passport delivers in nearly 600 pages what world band listeners seek: * Three-way guide to what's on from stations in dozens of countries: news, entertainment and opinion in English and other languages. All three formats: country-by-country, channel-by-channel, hour-by-hour. * Award-winning reviews of world band radios and accessories, with ratings of dozens of models from Sony, Grundig and others. Radios for emergencies, too. * Wealth of helpful how-to articles, along with a directory of station contacts, webcasts and a glossary. This annual title keeps readers coming back year after year, making it what one chain buyer hails as a quiet bestseller.
What Others Say
Must have
Didn't know how much I needed Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 Edition (Passport to World Band Radio) until I bought it. Love the section called "What's On Tonight." Just go to the current universal time and check it out. Like it says on the cover, "TV Guide for world band radio." Slick. Or if you found a great frequency look it up in the "Blue Pages" and find out who is on at a particular time. It even has a section dedicated to what's on in English. I was happy to find my receiver was highly rated. If you aren't happy with yours check out the reviews.
Like I said, "It's a must have."
Book is a "Must Have" for SW Listeners
Many interesting articles and reviews on various receivers, antennas and more. The book's value to me lies elsewhere though. I'm using a 70's model Realistic DX-160 (analog tuning) radio. For me, the sections on worldwide broadcasts in english, and the "blue pages" - essentially a map of broadcasts by frequency (2.310Mhz-21.850Mhz) are extremely helpful. I haven't even looked at the section: "what's on tonight?" - features a guide to hour-by-hour listening to worldband programming / shows in english. I need to get reading...I mean listening. This guide is an excellent value.
A GREAT BUY!
For all the information here, I can't believe Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 Edition (Passport to World Band Radio) didn't cost twice as much! Reviews, radio listings, a glossary of terms, etc. Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 really expanded my radio experience by opening my eyes up and tuning my ears into what all else is out there!
Essential Tool for Shortwave Radio Listeners
I have used Passport for almost twenty years now. Before the internet it was the best way (and only practical way) to keep track of schedules and frequencies and still is since my PC can't be everywhere my radio is. It also is a great resource if you are shopping for a shortwave radio as all major sets in all quality and price ranges are reviewed. There is also alot of general information for shortwave listening and information on future trends. No world band listener should be without the most current version of Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 Edition (Passport to World Band Radio).
You won't regret it. BUY IT, BUY IT, BUY IT!
This is a must own for any shortwave listener, form newbies, to professionals. I've barely scratched the surface of all Passport to World Band Radio, 2008 Edition (Passport to World Band Radio) has to offer. My Favorite feature is the "blue pages". The blue pages have frequencies down the side, and times along the top, you just find the frequency you're listening to and intersect it with the time, and you've got the station you're listening to.
