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FM tuner recommendations

Many of the tuner forums seem to be "dead," with little or no activity for several years. Perhaps they are going the way of many radio stations - to the dogs and digital! Looks as if there are still a some folks that appreciate radio here on the Asylum, so I am hoping someone will be able to give me advice.

I would like to add an FM tuner to my 2-channel system. The system consists of a Teres Audio turntable and an Audio Aero Prima CD-player, Cain & Cain Abby speakers. I use a Mapletree 3-postiion switch box to change sources for my Art Audio Carissa Signature tube amp. Position number three on the switch box is just waiting for the interconnects from a nice tuner!

I have read through some of the information available on the FM Tuner Information site; much of it is way over my head, so I am hoping I can get some "newbie" advice here.

I live in the Denver metro area; most of the radio stations I listen to have a decent signal. I listen to NPR and a really nice jazz station for the most part, and some stations that carry alternative and classic rock.

What 'entry level' but decent FM tuners should I be considering? I would love a vintage tube tuner, just because, but solid state tuner recommendations are welcome - and probably more likely candidates, given my budget. My budget is not very big, $200 or less would be ideal.

I understand that a good outdoor antenna is also somewhat essential and hope to get one of these as well, so recommendations for that would also be welcome. I would prefer one that can be mounted on a side wall as opposed to the roof. (Had to have a new roof installed last year and really don't want to put holes in it! We're talking about an amateur - me - installing the antenna, after all.)

Holly


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Topic - FM tuner recommendations - OakIris 08:18:47 02/14/14 (45)

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