@audiolabyrinth I'm selling mine https://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/ele/6291300794.htmlAnd from what I understand, I'm asking a very reasonable price. I've seen this on the Internet for more than twice what I'm asking. If you are in the NY Long Area and are interested, let me know. |
erik_squiresIn
my mind, the FM tuner has by and large been replaced by Internet radio.
While we can argue sound quality, issues of reception are more or less
fixed given a stable Internet connection. Given good reception conditions (a reasonable distance from the transmitter, and a proper antenna and installation) FM offers a v-e-r-y stable connection. In fact, the signal from many radio stations is sent over-the-air using an STL (or two) before it ever reaches the transmitter.
As for sound quality: Let's face it, the SQ of many radio stations is nowhere near audiophile standards. But on those stations that do care about SQ, I think the best FM - using a good antenna and high-end tuner - walks all over any Internet stream that I've ever heard.
To be fair, many people have never heard high-quality FM. They use a receiver or cheap tuner and the little free folded dipole that was packaged with it. In those instances, streaming probably is the better solution.
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cleeds +1
The only problem is good outdoor FM directional antennas are not made anymore!
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Remember too that many older tv antennas blocked fm, as it falls between channels 6 and 7 |
yogiboy
The only problem is
good outdoor FM directional antennas are not made anymore!
It is very difficult to find good outdoor FM antennas and @jl35 is correct that many TV antennas have traps for FM. They are sometimes removable, but I think the best FM antennas are dedicated to that purpose.
There are some directional FM antennas still available. One is here (India-based, but they have a US distributor) and Kathrein is another source. I think both of these are oriented towards the pro market (for translator use), but there are also DIY options, if you are so inclined.
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