I have some understanding of the basics of both, but what I really want to know is do I need either for receiving purposes only? This is one of those hobbies, it seems, where there are so many different opinions that it becomes frustratingly overwhelming.
I have used an MFJ-959C. I never found that it brought in a signal I couldn't hear without it. The tuner amp function only serves to increase noise level along with audio level.
I do worry about resonance. The Pixel loop I use is, according to Pixel, tuned. Nothing more necessary. The Par Electronics SWL antenna is a long wire, and perhaps that might benefit from a tuner/preselector. My understanding is that such devices as a preselector will, if I understand my terminology, match an antenna to the desired frequency. This would have me assume that I need a preselector or tuner, though they both seem to do something different. A preselector seems to be the best option, but I don't know - which is why I am asking.
Honestly, the biggest improvement to my listening has come from a West Mountain Radio CLRdsp filter (that thing really works well).
If it matters, the antennas I normally use are: Pixel Pro 1B, Par Electronics SWL, and a DX Engineering ARAV3-1P. My HOA frowns upon unsightly contraptions, and these have been the best antenna options for me in my neighborhood.
Thanks for your consideration.
I have used an MFJ-959C. I never found that it brought in a signal I couldn't hear without it. The tuner amp function only serves to increase noise level along with audio level.
I do worry about resonance. The Pixel loop I use is, according to Pixel, tuned. Nothing more necessary. The Par Electronics SWL antenna is a long wire, and perhaps that might benefit from a tuner/preselector. My understanding is that such devices as a preselector will, if I understand my terminology, match an antenna to the desired frequency. This would have me assume that I need a preselector or tuner, though they both seem to do something different. A preselector seems to be the best option, but I don't know - which is why I am asking.
Honestly, the biggest improvement to my listening has come from a West Mountain Radio CLRdsp filter (that thing really works well).
If it matters, the antennas I normally use are: Pixel Pro 1B, Par Electronics SWL, and a DX Engineering ARAV3-1P. My HOA frowns upon unsightly contraptions, and these have been the best antenna options for me in my neighborhood.
Thanks for your consideration.