I did in fact get the Tecsun PL-310ET which I will agree is far superior to the PL-606, I believe the original PL-310 used 3x AAA cells, where as the ET version is now AA cells. It defiantly sounds much better and receives very well on all bands, (well LW when enabled is a bit lacking). Anyhow Its a good little radio. I do actually have 2 with one still new in box, I managed to get a trade account from a UK distribution centre and it cost a 3rd of the price they sell for on eBay.