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ANTENNAS

ERI 4-Bay

ERI MPX-4E on 101.7. Four years old in great shape. Selling due to move.

Location: Salina KS

Contact: Rod Rogers    785-820-6454  | rodrogers@cox.net
1/18/25

PR450 Antennas

I have a set of three and a combiner for four PR 450s broadcast antennas.  Ch 25.

These units were purchased and only used for a month as there was an engineering issue and we had to change out antennas. I would like to sell them..

Location: Pahrunp, NV

Contact: Vernon Van Winkle    7752093824  |  videovern@kpvm.tv 
1/15/25

Dielectric 8-bay FM antenna

Dielectric 8 bay FM antenna on 98.3. Excellent condition. $5000.00

Location: Florence, AL

Contact: Roger Wright    9316297713   |  proscomm@bellsouth.net
10/9/24

Jampro JSP-16 four bay

new, mounted but never used Jampro JSP-16 four bay high power FM antenna, factory tuned to 102.7mHz. Cost over $18000.00, sell for $10000.00, no delivery, you must pick up.

Location: St. George, UT

Contact: David Miller    541-270-1427 |  radiodjm@gmail.com
10/10/24

ERI 6-bay on 95.1

Tuned to 95.1Mhz. Rated 100KW ERP. Purchased for a project to increase our power output, however circumstances prevented us from this frequency. It has been stored in cool dry unit since I purchased it 8 years ago, from previous owner. Antenna runs efficiently and at full power. Asking $2,000. ALL offers will be considered as I have sat on this for some time. Approximately 80’Andrews HJB-50B 3″ Heliax feed line is also available

Location: Orofino, ID

Contact: Jeff Jones    2084765702   |  jeffjones@kler-radio.com
9/25/24

SWR FEMC/2 on 95.1

The frequency is 95.1 MHZ; rated for 1 kW. Good condition. They have been in use for 7 years. The manual is included. Price $1500.

Location: Norman, AR

Contact: Len Doughty   870-828-9152   |  kpgclp@gmail.com
9/25/24

Scala CA-2 FM antenna

This antenna was used for 99.9 MHz in Provo, UT. It was in use for less than two years, and it is in excellent condition. The CA-2/FM/CP is specifically designed to produce a circularly polarized signal, thus mitigating multipath fading.

$1,500 (This antenna is over $2,600 new.)

Location: Madison, AL

Contact: Lee Reynolds    2059016600   |  leer@reynoldstechnical.com
9/12/24

14 bay ERI

We have a 14 year old ERI Rototiller 12 Bay antenna up for sale.
The frequency is 99.5 MHZ and comes with 12 Anti-Rotation Brackets.
To be picked up by seller.
Price is very negotiable

Location: Key West, FL
Contact: Sam Hunter    318-381-1041   |  samh@radiopeople.com
9/10/24

Scala PR-95- Paraflector

In very good condx. Recently removed from service. $2000.00. You ship.

Location: Bourbannair, IL

Contact: Arthur Reis    708-337-7377   |  raentllc@att.net
8/17/24

AUDIO PROCESSORS

Orban 8000A

Orban Optimod 8000A $250.00 obo

Location: Greensboro NC

Contact: Roy Moore  336-317-1388 |  roy-moore@triad.rr.com
2/17/25

Orban 8100A

Carefully stored for 25 years and in excellent condition. Make an offer

Location: Fort Bragg CA
 
Contact: Tom Yates  7079647277 |  thecoast@kozt.com
10/1/24

Optimod 8400

Digital FM audio processor with power cord and manual. Only $2395.00 plus shipping
Location: Baltimore, MD
Contact: Steve Scarborough  4103353136 | baycountry2@gmail.com
7/19/24

CODECS

Telos ONE analog hybrid

1 Each Telos ONE analog (POTS) mono hybrid $100.00

Location: Greensboro NC

Contact: Roy Moore  336-317-1388 |  roy-moore@triad.rr.com
2/17/25

CONSOLES

AudioArts D-75

1 each Audioarts D-75 12 channel console and power supply. The input cards are a mix of digital and analog. Will sell complete or individual parts. $500.00 complete. Must pick up. I might be able to meet you halfway. Will also part out. Call about individual parts needs.

5 each spare Audioarts D-75 digital input cards. $50.00 each

2 each spare Audioarts D-75 analog input cards. $50.00 each

Location: Greensboro NC

Contact: Roy Moore  336-317-1388 |  roy-moore@triad.rr.com
2/17/25

Wheatstone A-6000 console items

Wheatstone A-6000 Console modules (Various- Mic/Line-Specialty Telephone, Line select), power supplies, Console Pan Parts.
Price varies- reasonable

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Contact: Victor Pasquarelli  412-920-9400 |  Victor.Pasquarelli@Audacy.com
10/11/24

Audio Arts R60

Stereo console with 10 pots plus expansion slots, includes power supply. $800.00 plus shipping.

Location: St. George, UT

Contact: David Miller    541-270-1427 |  radiodjm@gmail.com
10/10/24

Wheatstone D-75

Several analog input modules, and several AES digital input modules. Recently removed from service due to control-room module burning out, plus unit was just too big for our needs. Rack-mount power supply was replaced with a new one about a year ago, so there is value in that. Asking $800 (the cost of the new power supply) plus you must pick up – won’t ship. Located just north of I-70.

Location: Colby, KS

Contact: Bart Jones  402-756-1270 |  kb0haw@gmail.com
9/30/24

Wheatstone A300

Beautiful broadcast console with normal wear for its age. All channels have been tested, on/off buttons have been cleaned, meter bridge relamped. There is no clock and timer does not appear to function.

The console and power supply have been stored in a climate-controlled environment, but the wiring harness mounted to a board was not and may require a little more TLC, as a few wires have been disconnected.

$1500 *Or Best Offer* will meet within 100 miles if necessary.

Location: Laurel, MS

Contact: Brandon Blakeley  601-606-9919 |  brandonb1045@yahoo.com
8/7/24

MICROPHONES

DBX Microphone preamps

5 each DBX 286s microphone pre-amp (some new still in box) $100.00 each or $350.00 for all. obo

Location: Greensboro NC

Contact: Roy Moore  336-317-1388 |  roy-moore@triad.rr.com
2/17/25


MISCELLANEOUS

Concrete Shelter

9 X 16 Concrete Shelter, Air conditioned, Elastomeric Roof Coating, Ladder Rack.
We bought it in 2020. Great condition. Buyer would have to move it. We paid $28,000. We’d like $15,000.
Location: Falun, KS
Contact: Donetta Robben    785-656-0150  | donetta@dvmercy.com
2/7/25

Grass Valley Kayak switcher

Grass Valley Kayak production switcher. Frame and switcher tub, working, just decommissioned at the beginning of 2025.

$1500.00

Location: Knoxville, TN
Contact: Joshua Cox     865-3008212  jcox@etpbs.org
2/5/25

Used Eimac 3CX 2500 F3 and 5762/7C24 Triode Tubes

  • I have several used Eimac 5762 7C34 Triodes. They were re-built by Econco at some point. I do not know the condition of the tubes. They were in service in a Harris MW 5 transmitter. I have no way of testing them, so they are sold “AS IS” They look in good shape. I can supply some pictures if you would like. They are in their original Eimac shipping boxes, a little worn, but still good for shipping. Would like to find a good home for them. Price $ 150 each plus shipping.
  • I have several used Eimac 3CX 2500 F3 Triode transmitting tubes. They were re-built by Econco at some point. I do not know the condition of the tubes. They were in service in a Harris MW 5 transmitter. I have no way of testing them, so they are sold “AS IS” They look in good shape. I can supply some pictures if you would like. They are in their original Eimac shipping boxes, a little worn, but still good for shipping. Would like to find a good home for them. Price $ 300 each plus shipping. I know that these go for $ 500 to $ 1,000, on E-Bay.
Location: Los Angeles
Contact: Barry Victor     818-883-4597  Barry@Victorgroup.net
1/13/25

Ford Econoline 350 cargo can

2005 Ford Econoline 350 1 ton cargo van. Approx 170,000 miles, runs and looks good.  $7500 obo.

Location: Escabana, MI
Contact: Todd Moht  2313011667  todd@auroramediaup.com
12/1/24

Marti STL 20 System

Marti STL 20 system. 2tx, 2rx. Was working when removed from service.
Asking $3,500 obo. Buyer pays shipping.

Location: Escabana, MI
Contact: Todd Moht  2313011667  todd@auroramediaup.com
12/1/24

RDL Amplifiers

  • two used STA-1M,
  • two new STA-1M,
  • three used STA-1,
  • one new STA-2,
  • one new ST-GCA1, and
  • one AC adapter 232-2440, 24 VDC @ 400 mA.

A total of nine new and used amplifiers plus the power supply. All in excellent physical and electrical condition. Would prefer a lot sale for $500 with free shipping.

Location: Bellingham, WA
Contact: David Harris  3609278223 
11/20/24

Remote Rig for sale

    Self contained trailer with hydraulic mast, dual air conditioners, generator and racks for equipment. Can be used for a remote broadcast or emergency transmitter site. 75′ mast with 20′ extension, weight is 25,000 lbs, needs an F-350 or equivalent for towing.
    Original price $50k, asking $25K
    Contact: Mike Vanhooser  2147255621
    11/14/24

    Cincinnati History

      Two packages:
      • Cincinnati Radio 1921-1941
      • Cincinnati Radio War Years 1941-1945

      I have each one in a CD or cassette version. 

      Also a program on Red Barber on cassette

      All I want is for someone to want it and pay for shipping and maybe a bit more… 
      Contact: Barry Mishkind  |  barry@oldradio.com
      11/5/24

      Sage Endec Receiver

        With FM, AM and Weather card installed. Incl. new power supply. $495.00 plus shipping
        Location: Baltimore, MD
        Contact: Steve  Scarborough     4103353136    | baycountry2@gmail.com
        10/31/24

        Surplu sale: everything from transmitters to small stuffb

          Bible Broadcasting Network:

          Location: Several
          Contact: Joey Mast   704-523-5555    |  joeymast@bbnmedia.org
          10/16/24

          waveguide dyhydrators

            6 units old stock in box 1 unit open box SPX MX200C – Antenna Waveguide dehydrators Overview Dielectric Model 200 Series dehydrator. 3200 per unit or best offer. multiple unit purchase will save on per unit prices. contact for inspection.

            Location: Kansas City, MO
            Contact: James Neitzer   9139994067   |  james.neitzer@outlook.com
            10/10/24

            Used PA Tubes

              YU148 (3CX6000A) triode for sale. Was used lightly after last Econco rebuild in a QEI 10KW transmitter.

              3CX15000A7 triode last operating in a CCA 20KW Tx licensed for 13KW TPO.

              5CX1500B tetrode was last operating as IPA in the above Tx.

              Make offer for any or all.

              Location: Suring, WI
              Contact: Alan Kilgore   920-373-7569   |  akilgore@wrvm.org
              10/8/24

              Anderson 50 Ohm Heliax cable

                FOR SALE: 500 ft of New Anderson 50 ohm Heliax hardline (FSJ4-50), INCLUDING Four (4) New PL-259 connectors for the Hardline. – $800 OBO ($1500+ value)
                Cable located at the SK estate, but will make the intro for a serious buyer.

                Location: Charlottesville, VA
                Contact: Alan Swinger   4349756237   |  alan.swinger@gmail.com
                10/8/24

                AM/FM Radio Equipment for sale

                  We recently closed our AM/FM translator radio station in Memphis, TN and are in the process of selling all of our equipment at a negotiable price or best offer. I can send photos and descriptions of all of the items that we are trying to move. Everything is in working condition, we just do not have any use for it anymore.

                  Location: Memphis, TN
                  Contact: Michael Tankersley    9016845556 ext 117   |  mtankersley@mofonline.org
                  9/30/24

                  1992 Ford Remote Broadcast Van

                    Great running Ford remote van with telescoping 30-foot mast and working 6kw generator. Van AC is working as is the RV-type air conditioner on top of van. Call for photos and further information.

                    Location: Abilene, TX
                    Contact: Bruce Campbell     325 370-8722   |  bhc1000@aol.com
                    9/25/24

                    1999 ENG TV Ford Econoline

                      1999 ENG TV Ford Econoline not running.
                      Has 50 foot newmetic mast with air compressor.
                      Most all of the TV equipment has been removed.
                      Make an offer. Any thing above $ 400.00 will be considered.

                      Location: Las Vegas, NV
                      Contact: Denny Todd        |  towerservicellc@gmail.com
                      9/17/24

                      100 kW Generator, Spryte SnowCat

                      Location: Las Vegas, NV
                      Contact: Denny Todd        |  towerservicellc@gmail.com
                      9/7/24

                      Radio Station Communications Building and Satellite Dish

                      We are no longer using and would like to sell.
                      Building Size: 8′ X 8′
                      Condition: Excellent. Well maintained.
                      HVAC & heating strip: Working well.
                      Contains overhead wiring racks.
                      Will need to be picked up from the site
                      Satellite dish also available. It is a 3.8 Meter Comtech. Will sell together or separately. Please make offer.
                      Location: Derby, KS
                      Contact: Joey Mast      704-523-5555  |     joeymast@bbnmedia.org
                      9/5/24

                      TEST GEAR/MONITORS

                      Belar Monitors

                      1 each Belar FMM-2 modulation monitor (factory tuned to 90.9mhz) $200.00 obo

                      1 each Belar FMS-2 stereo monitor $200.00 obo

                      1 each Belar FMM-4A frequency monitor $200.00 obo

                      Location: Greensboro NC

                      Contact: Roy Moore  336-317-1388 |  roy-moore@triad.rr.com
                      2/17/25

                      PI Test Set

                      Potomac Instruments AA-51 Audio Analyser $200 plus shipping

                      Potomac Instruments AD-51 Audio Generator $200 plus shippping

                      $300 for both of them plus shipping

                      Both are in working order and haven’t been used in years.

                      A little TLC will have them in Like New condition real quick.

                      Location: Buffalo Grove, IL 

                      Contact: Dave Dybas  224-456-4953  |  dd92251@aol.com

                      11/3/24

                      Delta Electronics CPB-1A and Delta Electronics TCA-40EX and matching toroid

                      • Delta Common Point Bridge, pulled from service working. Asking $3000 plus shipping. Half the price of a new one.
                      • TCA-40EX and matching toroid pulled working from service, 40A RF ammeter with remote output and matching toroid. Asking $300 plus shipping

                      Location: Boston

                      Contact: john Garrett  6179016104  |  John@rms.am

                      9/19/24

                      GR 1606-B

                        General Radio 1606-B RF Bridge with adapter cables. In very good to excellent condition.$450 plus packing and shipping.

                        Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL

                        Contact: Don Mansfield  954-830-9335  |  don@mangoland.org

                        8/7/24

                        Potomac FIM 4100

                          Unit appears to be in excellent condition. SN# 188, new in 2010. Last calibrated on July 15th, 2010. Brand new these meters go for $15,750. But this is available for $9,950 OBO. If you need a FIM, check this out. Very few of these (if any) ever make it to the used market. I will pack, ship and insure in the continental US (charges to be added after sale is confirmed and payment received).

                          Location: Oklahoma CIty, OK

                          Contact:Fred Morton   281-923-7100   |  radioguy@airmail.net

                          7/16/24

                          Potomac AM-19

                            in good working order.1500$ 

                            Location: Pinedale, WY

                            Contact: Dave Smith   307-231-6032   |  dave@davestechshop.com

                            5/24/24


                            TRANSMITTERS


                            MW-1A Modules/Parts

                            Parting out two Harris MW-1A transmitters. RF modules and Boards as well as switches, meters, transformers and misc. parts. Send a list of what you need and make an offer. Or take it all.

                            Location:  Southern Illinois
                            Contact: Bob Romonosky   618-841-5801 |  bobr@riverradio.net
                            2/13/25

                            BE AM-1A

                            1 Kilowatt on 1460 Khz. Includes a spare RF module. FOB Rosenberg, TX (Houston). Tested and ready to go. Please email your offer

                            Location:  Houston Metro
                            Contact: Paul Easter  832-523-1186 |  kc9jty@gmail.com
                            2/11/25

                            BE Transmitter(s)

                            BE 3.5 KW Transmitter in good working condition with extra rebuilt tube. FX 50 Exciter @ 100.9 FM – $2000
                            Also BE 500 FM Transmitter needs PA rebuild $2,000

                            Location:  Reno/Carson City, NV
                            Contact: Jerry Evans  7758848000 |  jerry@evansbroadcast.com
                            2/6/25

                            Harris Platinum Z-10CD

                            Harris Z-10 Solid State transmitter, with Harris DIGIT exciter. Currently running analog composite input, 3-phase 208-240 Volts, 10KW TPO. Unit was installed new in year 2000, and is still running on-the-air 24/7 today at 92.7MHz. We are taking offers at this time, as it will be pulled out, and upgraded this spring (2025). It very likely has a lot of hours left in it, but our business plan says it is time to upgrade.

                            Location: Ainsworth, NE
                            Contact: Bart Jones  402-756-1270 |  kb0haw@gmail.com
                            2/4/25

                            QEI FMQ5000

                            We inherited this transmitter with the purchase of WNDN-FM so I know very little about it. Does have manual and various spare parts and modules. It had been disconnected from the AC Mains so we have no way to fire it up. Name plate shows 97.3 but it was installed in TX hut of 107.9.

                            NO reasonable offer will be refused! Must be picked up in Chiefland, FL. Call or email for pictures or more info.

                            Location: Chiefland, FL

                            Contact: John Elliott    727-410-1642   |  john@suncoastradio.com
                            12/24/24

                            CCA FM8000 and BE FM3.5

                            Both worked until removed: CCA on 92.1, the B-E on 102.3. I have some spare parts and tubes. No exciters. The CCA is three-phase. They were $500 each… now free for the taking. I hate to scrap ’em but I need the space.

                            Location: Manitowoc, WI

                            Contact: Phil Beckman    9208600264   |  philbeckman@comcast.net
                            12/19/24

                            Continental 816R-6C 30 kW FM

                            I just acquired two beautiful Continental 861R-6C 30kw transmitters, a former combined pair with sequential serial numbers (45 and 46). They have been immaculately maintained and are in great shape. Asking $7500 each or both for $13K. Recently removed from service to be replaced by solid state, stored in Dallas and delivery, retuning and installation also available for additional cost. Combiner was kept by station and not available. Contact me for more info

                            Location: Dallas, TX

                            Contact: Mike Vanhooser    2147255621   |  novaelec@sbcglobal.net
                            11/10/24

                            QEI Quantum transmitter

                            1 QEI Quantum FM Transmitter
                            6 QEI RF Power Modules 5 operational (one was newly rebuilt)

                            Location: Kilmarnock, VA

                            Contact: Bill Sherard    (703) 408-1111   |  billsherard@tworivers.net
                            11/4/24

                            Nautel 8 kW FM transmitter

                            Nautel FM8 *KW solid state transmitter on 97.5. With 50 W exciter. Useable 96.7-98.5 without retuning. Currently on the air. Available November.

                            Location: Florence, AL

                            Contact: Roger Wright    9316297713   |  proscomm@bellsouth.net
                            10/9/24

                            Nautel FM8 and exciter

                            Being retired from service – still works beautifully at 5.8 kW but will not go full 8kW. 95.3 FM. Excellent physical condition
                            Includes Nautel 50 w Exciter and a lot of factory original spare parts. Make offer – if you cover shipping costs or pickup, a better deal.

                            Location: Ft Bragg, CA

                            Contact: Tom Yates    7079647277  |  thecoast@kozt.com
                            10/1/24

                            QEI 10 kW

                            Two available – both working, using one triode – when taken out of service, but the price is right! Currently one 102.1 and 105.7

                            Price: FREE – you remove from the transmitter buildings. No returns. 

                            Location: Aberdeen, WA and nearby

                            Contact: Bill Wolfenbarger      360-533-3000 
                             |  bossbill@jodesha.com
                            9/12/24

                            Sparta 701B

                            Sparta 701B am transmitter recently bought a property and this was in shed it appears to be all there and is in good shape as for a price i would accept any reasonable offer

                            Location: Pratt, KS

                            Contact: Joe Urban      6205081423 
                             |   URBAN67124@GMAIL.COM
                            9/12/24

                            Collins 10 kW

                            10 kW Collins transmitter. The model is 830.. Currently on 102.9 with a working tube. Make offer.

                            Location: Grand Rapids
                            Contact: Joey Mast      704-523-5555 
                             |   joeymast@bbnmedia.org
                            9/5/24

                            Harris DX-15

                            Excellent condition on 1360 AM. Original manuals included. Delivery/installation options available..

                            Location: Mobile, AL
                            Contact: Dave Mimard  2517538800  |  undexmedia@yahoo.com
                            8/7/24

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                            Want to Buy:


                            Harris ZX PA Power Supply

                             Cherokee CAR1238FPB is the brand and model, used in all ZX transmitters. If you’ve scrapped an old ZX, I’d like to purchase 1 or 2 power supplies from you!

                            Contact: Hal Kneller   941-391-1958   | hal@lecomradio.com

                            2/19/25

                            Poweraim VNA

                            Hopefully from someone retiring.

                            Contact: Paul Easter   8325231186   | kc9jty@gmail.com

                            1/5/25

                            Dorrough 310 Limiter Board

                            Limiter Board for Dorrough Model 310 Discriminate Audio Processor.
                            Does Not Necessarily Have To Be In Working Condition.

                            Location:  Lafayette, TN

                            Contact: Randy Swaffer  615-633-5741   | rswaffer@nctc.com

                            2/19/25

                            Hardline and Connectors

                            I have a project where I need some short pieces of hardline, connectors, slip joints, flanges for 1 /58″ from transmitter to 3 cavity filter and out to antenna. Looking for a box of goodies maybe someone has surplused out for a good price.

                            Location:  Walla Walla

                            Contact: Tom Hodgin5095271000   | tomh@kujam.com

                            2/19/25

                            Nautel J-1000 or exciter module

                            We had a lightning strike that destroyed several boards in our Nautel J000. The repair cost for the exciter is too high to be feasible. We are looking either for a complete exciter or any or all of the circuit boards for the exciter. Will buy the entire transmitter if the price is within our budget

                            Contact: David Olson    717-490-2553  db.olson@comcast.net

                            12/13/24

                            low power FM transmitter

                            WANTED: 200 watts or higher. Needed immediately. Reasonable price or you name your donation amount, to our Non Profit.

                            Location: Sacramento, CA

                            Contact: Bill Battles  9169668284  billbattles@customtronics.com

                            9/15/24

                            HT35 tube socket

                            Looking for a tube socket for Harris HT35 transmitter; Eimac SK360 or SK361. Partial and parts will help. Also need spares for HT35.

                            Location: Idaho

                            Contact: Paul Anderson  208-234-1290  paulanderson@eastidahoradio.com

                            8/28/24


                            Jobs:

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                            Jobs:


                            IL Job

                            1/22/24 – Saga Communications Radio Cluster in Champaign, IL is looking for a Chief Engineer. 

                            Experience in AM & FM RF transmission systems, including digital HD radio, studio audio (analog & digital) and sufficient IT knowledge to work with and install broadcast automation, DAW’s and general workstations required. 

                            Offer includes a competitive salary, cell phone, excellent health plan and 401k plan.  

                            Email Resume in confidence:  radioengineerjob@illiniradio.com  

                            Location: Champaign, IL

                            Contact: Sheila Wetherell      2173524141  | swetherell@illiniradio.com

                            1/22/24

                            TN Job

                            11/14/23 – A four station cluster needs an experienced engineer with andio/RF/and IT experience in Cookeville, TN.   

                            Send your resume and three professional references to Cookville Communications: hr@gpmnow.com 

                                

                                   


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