Marine Radios

So my old full size27MhZ GME GX290 radio has finally died (Volume on/off switch seized) so I need a replacement. Also looking to add an AM/FM radio so I can kick back and listen to the cricket while not catching fish.

Suggestions anyone?

Was thinking something like the GX300 (compact 27 Mhz), and perhaps something like a GR200 AM/FM radio that will also receive VHF. Open to suggestions, tried the GME webstite but it is crap!

Also suggestions on best place to purchase, local or online.

Cheers,

BD


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 Go VHF mate. 

Mon, 2013-09-30 21:54

 Go VHF mate. 

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VHF

Mon, 2013-09-30 21:58

Thanks Swompa, have heard that VHF is the way to go. My boat is a glorified tinny, that has never gone further than five fathom bank. Is VHF really that much better than 27Mhz for what I'm doing? I've never had a problem receiving/transmitting on my old unit.

 

And do you still need a VHF licence?

 

Thanks again for your thoughts.

 

BD

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 Yes, VHF is that much

Tue, 2013-10-01 12:33

 Yes, VHF is that much better.  And yes you still need a license to use it (although you can use it in an emergency witout a license).

 

 

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Range and quality

Tue, 2013-10-01 12:52

With VHF you will get better reception and quality of signal compared with 27 meg.
If you re thinking of travelling north of Gero don't expect to find anyone using 27 meg as most have turned to VHF only.