High definition, digital radio has been around for a few years but the public is not generally aware of it. Up until recently, HD Radio tuners were expensive and did not perform very well. Now, they are inexpensive and the technology has been improved. My audiophile brother-in-law recently gave an HD tuner to me as a gift. I love it! AM radio sounds like FM stereo and FM radio sounds like a perfect stereo, compact disc recording. The sound quality is unbelievable. This is much better than satellite radio and it is free! If the primary digital signal is lost, the HD Radio receiver will revert to the analog signal, thereby providing seamless operation between the newer and older transmission methods.
No hiss, no static, no distortion and no subscription costs. This is the biggest improvement in radio broadcasting in 50 years. You should take advantage of it. My brother-in-law recommends the SONY FM/AM DIGITAL TUNER XDR-F1HD. It works great for me. Thanks Bill!
Are there many HD stations broadcasting now?
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No, there are not many but they are rapidly coming on line. Depends on where you are. Detroit only has a couple but Houston has 6. Soon, they will be as common as standard FM stations. Most of the large universities have an HD Radio station. In the mean time, the new HD Digital Radios receive the analog stations with improved reception. A music lover like you should definitely get a new HD Tuner.(IMO)
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