Hi, I read the three pages and I noticed some discussion on linear amplifiers. What would you have to buy to boost a radio signal on a ge super radio so I can get far away radio stations?

I also have a portable Midland cb as well.

I've heard good things about the loop antennas CCrane sells.

Linear amplifiers are usually for transmitters for ham radio and CB use.

For reception an amplified antenna or a long wire is the way to go....If you really want to have fun DXing find one of the better rated portable world band radios made today. They will be better than a super radio on AM and you get SW as a bonus. About 10 years ago my Sony ICF7600 was the best thing you could get in the $150 price range...It's one of my favorite new purchases ever.

Ccrane no longer sells them. Best bet is Ebay.

I often listen daytime on the kitchen radio to WHP 580 Harrisburg PA, which is about 40 miles from me. If the LED fixture (on dimmer) in the kitchen is on, there's a strong buzz on the station regardless of dimmer setting. However, if at the same time I switch on another ceiling fixture in the kitchen, which still has a couple of CFL bulbs in it (no dimmer), and then adjust the dimmer on the LED to a point about 2/3 full, the buzz will be greatly reduced. Just a happy combination of inductance and capacitance, I guess.