This is a scanner that you need if you can get the funds to purchaseWorks well in low freq areas and poor signalsSuggest a portal antenna to enjoy all it qualitiesVery clear and easy to setup and scan even if you have never used one before

Upgraded the rating to four stars after investing in a super antenna and learning how to use this scanner

Universal has a fine antenna with the correct sma connector and swivel

I read many reviews ( sadly after I bought it) and ALOT of people have the same problem, and/or have to buy a better antenna

This antenna is a little expensive, but worth it.

The addition of a good antenna will made a world of difference in the quality sound, went from garbled sound to reviving crystal clear sound

I even sent away for a "Better" antenna which was like throwing $30 down the drain

I would probably have to add a roof top antenna to get it to work which would take away the portability which i wanted.

They should include a good antenna for the $400+ dollars this unit costs

This antenna is a little expensive, but worth it.

and I'd have to hook it up to a discone or other broadband reasonably efficient antenna to hear very much, but the stock antenna actually

An outside antenna would probably improve range and reception, but the stock antenna picks up all the local channels that I want to hear.

But I recommend a better antenna if you want to use it at home on a desk.

I've owned several Uniden scanners over the years and currently own the Uniden 436HP and the classic BR330T.