Cobra 148 GTL CB Radio – Maybe the Best Mobile Rig Ever Produced
The Cobra 148 GTL CB radio has been the mobile rig of choice of all serious CB’ers for far more than 30 years.
Historically, the most effective sets were always the early ones manufactured inside the Phillipines. I purchased mine in 1978, and was lucky to get one of these small gems. The manufacture of this particular model was halted in the late 1990’s, but due to well-known demand manufacture has as soon as once more been resumed and they are now readily offered.
Rugged construction has often been a hallmark of all Cobra CB radios, and also the 148 is no exception. It can reside in the harshest of environments that would quickly destroy lesser makes.
The newer units have remained in their original confirmed configuration. The only change has been a little cosmetic change that now has the microphone connector located on the front of the set, as opposed to on the side. This makes for very really easy installation. Longer microphone cables are also now standard.
This model delivers a total of 120 channels. It has 40 channels on AM, plus a further 80 channels on SSB (Single side band). The SSB channels are split into 40 every on the lower sideband as well as the upper side band.
Transmitter energy output is the maximum allowable by FCC regulation – 4 Watts RF on AM, and 12 Watts RF on SSB.
The configuration is certainly feature rich –
a) Built in SWR meter, and SWR calibration controls for the accurate matching to the antenna.
b) Adjustable Dynamike microphone enhance control for maximum clarity on transmit.
c) Adjustable RF gain control allows for the optimum setting of the received signal in each strong and weak signal locations.
d) A noise blanking switch to additionally reduce the amount of received noise.
e) A PA switch allows this unit to be used as a PA system, with the addition of an external speaker.
There’s another reason why this model has proven to be so popular. The casing has a lot of room within for mods, and you will find a range of add-on boards available at radio shops to increase overall performance. Some are legal, some are not.
In case you are seeking a feature-rich, ultra dependable, mobile rig then you can do no better than deciding on the Cobra 148 GTL CB Radio.
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