I'm in the market for a new radio to replace my DX-375 (also made by Sangean), which finally died earlier this year. The price and the performance of the PRD 15 seem to be about what I'm looking for. I'm seriously considering it. But given that I'm a frequent traveler, I'd like to find something that's a little smaller to pack in a suitcase or briefcase.
So what do you guys think about the PRD 7 AND 9 as alternatives? I'm not all that interested in FM (for DX) and I do most of my listening with stereo headphones.
I've looked at both and couldn't find any information on the internal AM antennas used in these receivers. I'm guessing it is not the 200 mm used in the larger receivers, and it's the antennas that make the D5 and D15 great MW DX receivers.
You might look at the Tecsun PL-606 or the PL-390 (although I hate the tuning system of the PL-390). Buy a Tecsun AN-200 or Terk loop, and you have a potent MW DX combination.
To avoid discussions with the TSA, I put my AN-200 loop in my checked baggage.