You can tune into the entire world, or listen to local radio stations and emergency services, if you have a Grundig shortwave radio. There are actually a great number of people who use their shortwave radio as a pastime. Some people like to tune them to their local emergency channel, specially if they have relatives or family who are police officers or work for the fire department. These radios will keep them current with everything that is taking place in their neighborhood. Actually, back in 1921, the very first successful radio tests between England and America were conducted by amateur radio enthusiasts and hobbyists . By 1924 many specially licensed amateurs were regularly making transoceanic contacts at distances exceeding more than six thousand miles.

One of the most widely used Grundig shortwave radios is the S350. It features a robust case and military-style controls and is up to any challenge that you may expose it to. It has large, full range speakers that will deliver you a clear, highly detailed audio and the exterior antenna input will deliver you first class FM, shortwave and AM reception. This Grundig shortwave radio brings you coverage of all medium wave and short wave frequencies as well as FM bands. It has a far reaching frequency that will keep you in touch with news and entertainment from around the world. Considering the fact that shortwave radios are all about audio, you can be sure that this is a radio that you could listen to 24 hours a day. It will set you back roughly one hundred dollars.

If you would like more of a retro look in your Grundig shortwave radio, the S350 Deluxe will fit the bill. It mixes the best of yesterday and today. This model has very clear receptions across all bandwidths - FM, AM and shortwave, and is equipped with a fine large loudspeaker and external antenna. The rubberized plastic case contains the latest in technology, an analog receiver with digital display, bandwidth filter controls, headphone jack and alarm and sleep timers. It weighs in at just less than four pounds and will set you back approximately one hundred and twenty dollars.

If you would rather have a sleeker model, the Grundig WR 5408PLL is all silver and the shortwave bands and frequencies can be typed in straight in and it has an authentic leather case. It includes an exterior antenna, frequency and LDC time displays and has a great spectrum. It costs about one hundred and fifty dollars.

On the internet you should be able to find many great deals in Grundig shortwave radios. Online auction sites like eBay are also an excellent source for new and used shortwave radios. If you opt to follow this path, be certain to have a look at the seller's feedback rating so you will feel totally comfortable making a purchase from them. It's always a good idea to take a look at return policies and shipping fees. There are actually many good deals to be unearthed on the web and it won't take you very long to come across a Grundig shortwave radio that is right for you.