Comments on Fanfare FM-2G - FM Antenna

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Shouldn't the tuners signal strength meter tell you where it likes the antenna? The higher the better for one thing. 

Oh no, not at all. The cleanest signal will probably be where there's minimum multipath - that's not necessarily where the signal is strongest. It's why many classic FM tuners had multipath meters.

22 year old thread. Shouldn't the tuners signal strength meter tell you where it likes the antenna? The higher the better for one thing. 

 

Have owned and carried around a Fanfare FM-2G for 40 years without ever getting a chance to use it. At last, that day is coming with connection to an MD-108T. Question: being omni, will it be better mounted in a casement window well than trapped on the front wall behind the equipment racks? (I would certainly think so, but . . . ) 

 

I have Fanfare and a directional which is wired with Radio Shack RG-6QS, I believe. This is R-S's premium antennae wire and in A/B vs. Fanfare, the R-S wire was better than the wire Fanfare uses.
You might consider rewiring the Fanfare.
Can't comment on the Magnum Dynalab ST-2.

I hooked up my new Fanfare FM-2G antenna to my Fanfare FT-1A tuner (of course) and it sounds pretty good (more testing is required, I get static on some stations, very clear on others). I purchased a large heavy duty "L bracket" and then bolted the Fanfare smaller L bracket to the larger bracket. This allows the antenna to stand up behind my system and also allow me to move it around, as needed. My wife will not be happy but time will tell. It looks okay to me. Thanks again for the above comments. Thanks.

I have the Magnum-Dynalab on one of my tuners and it is nothing special. Moving around doesn't really improve reception all that much, but, I haven't tried the attic or outside. Presently it's located behind a Mitsubishi 40" TV where cosmetics are an issue. The indoor antenna from ccrane.com is superior and costs under $30. YMMV.

I'm only familiar with the MD version, which 'looks' identical. Compared to a $1.98 RS dipole, the dipole won IN MY LOCATION AND SITUATION. It's my understanding that, dispite any manufacturer's BS, a directional at elevation is needed for any significant improvement. Zero gain is zero gain after all...

I am using the antenna as well, but I never really compared it with anything, I started with it; I would be curious to compare it to some cheaper alternatives. I asked the guy that installed my dish, I have known him for years, and he had a Winegard antenna with him that he would of sold for $25, but it was universal.

Hello, I have used one for about a year now in place of a Magnum Dynalab SR100. The SR100 is pretty good for what it is, but the Fanfare improved the quantity and quality in all regards. Better sensitivity, less noise, better, fuller sound. I am using it inside, but I have not played with different location so much because of it's basically omni design. It makes my tuners sound really good (if the signal is). I actually mounted it on a telescoping mike stand and have kind of hidden it behind my rack. All that shows is the narrow "whip". Great investment for where I live.