Comments on Fanfare FM-2G - FM Antenna

Hello, I have used one for about a year now in place of a Magnum Dynalab SR100. The SR100 is pretty good for what it is, but the Fanfare improved the quantity and quality in all regards. Better sensitivity, less noise, better, fuller sound. I am using it inside, but I have not played with different location so much because of it's basically omni design. It makes my tuners sound really good (if the signal is). I actually mounted it on a telescoping mike stand and have kind of hidden it behind my rack. All that shows is the narrow "whip". Great investment for where I live.

I am using the antenna as well, but I never really compared it with anything, I started with it; I would be curious to compare it to some cheaper alternatives. I asked the guy that installed my dish, I have known him for years, and he had a Winegard antenna with him that he would of sold for $25, but it was universal.

I'm only familiar with the MD version, which 'looks' identical. Compared to a $1.98 RS dipole, the dipole won IN MY LOCATION AND SITUATION. It's my understanding that, dispite any manufacturer's BS, a directional at elevation is needed for any significant improvement. Zero gain is zero gain after all...