Voltage doubler AM detectors.

[catman]

G'day all, I've recently put together a simple TRF AM receiver using a simple BAT46 two schottky diode 'voltage doubler' AM detector circuit arrangement which produces absolutely superb audio quality on detection.

Way better than any other simple approach AM detector that I've used. I am aware than some kit and other receivers used voltage doubler AM detector arrangements in the past.

I wonder how common they were as based on my personal experience the potential performance as a high quality AM detector is exceptional! Regards, Felix (vk4fuq) aka catman.