Costa Constantinides from Cyprus

Today, we are overjoyed to share a heartwarming story from Costa Constantinides, who hails from the beautiful island of Cyprus, specifically Limassol. At 69 years young, Costa has been immersed in the fascinating world of DXing since his teenage years, with his journey beginning in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Costa’s passion for radio started in an era when listeners enjoyed clearer signals and less interference, making his experience with DXing a delight. Throughout his extensive journey, he has confirmed reception from an impressive 136 countries over both shortwave and medium-wave bands. His impressive collection of receivers—like the renowned Barlow Wadley XCR 30 and his current setup with an NRD 525, Sangean ATS 909X, and Tensun PL 310—showcase his dedication to the craft. Furthermore, with two loop antennas at his disposal, Costa is well-equipped to capture every frequency with clarity.

Recently, on March 9th, 2025, Costa tuned in to Radio Delta International on 9.800 kHz from 16:28 to 18:53 UTC. He shared his detailed reception report, noting that the signal quality improved from SIO 433 to SIO 444, and he fondly recalled the opening song “It’s Now or Never” at 16:28 UTC. With excitement, Costa highlighted the program details, including the male announcer who brought us music and special messages. At one point, he even heard a surprise message dedicated to him in Cyprus, which brought him immense joy amidst a challenging week, as his 92-year-old mother was recovering from an illness in ICU.

Why are we sharing Costa’s story today? It all ties back to our cherished 9800 kHz frequency that many of you tune into. This frequency has become a lifeline, connecting us to passionate listeners like Costa. By sharing such stories, we not only celebrate our connection to the airwaves but also reinforce the community spirit within our listening family. We take great pride in our listeners, who inspire us to keep the airwaves alive and vibrant with music, news, and stories from around the world.

Costa’s experience serves as a perfect reminder of the powerful connections that radio can foster, crossing borders and uniting us in our shared passion for DXing. We encourage all our listeners to visit our website, where many more stories like Costa’s await you. These narratives showcase the diversity and richness of experiences that make Radio Delta a breath of fresh air on the bands.

As we recount Costa’s glorious journey through the frequencies, we are reminded of how lucky we are to have you—all of our listeners—as an integral part of the Radio Delta family. Thank you for being with us on this magical ride through the airwaves.