CB Radio

CB (Citizen’s Band) radio is a system of short distance simplex radio communication. Communication is done between people over a selection of 40 channels within the range of 27 MHz band. This unique radio communication system is different from other personal radio services like the amateur HAM radio, MURS and FRS. CB radio exists in various countries and in most of them CB does not require any license.

CB radio came into existence in the United States in mid 1940s. Over time, such private radio services were introduced in other countries as well. Most of them use similar frequencies, antenna and propagation. The increasing popularity of CB radio and other similar private radio services has resulted in the launch of various radio and related accessories specifically designed for Citizen’s Band.

Many of the leading consumer electronics manufacturers produce high quality CB radio, parts and components. Some of the popular CB radios are Midland CB radio, Moonraker CB radio, radio mods CB radio and Amstrad CB radio. Most of the CB radios are hand held and are equipped with a high end mic. Other features of a good quality CB radio include full channel scan, RF gain control and mic gain control. One can shop online for CB radios at various shopping websites.