What sort of non-standard receiver do you use? The below quote made me wonder what people use, that is not meant for scanning/SWLing, etc.
I used to use the 3586 for monthly maintenance of an analog microwave link, and wondered about what else it could be used for.
HP 3586 will be a bit over the top of the $200 limit, although I bought my "A" version for NZ$100, say US$68, in non-working condition but now it works very well after some TLC. Not exactly a toy for the newbies though. I'm hoping to hear Grimethorpe SAQ next month on 17.2kHz - yes, 17.2kHz! Google for it......
I used to use the 3586 for monthly maintenance of an analog microwave link, and wondered about what else it could be used for.