Aart The airwaves were a bit wild last weekend! QRM on 5.970 kHz tried to knock us off the dial — but we don’t give up that easily. After fresh testing and some serious radio wizardry, we’re thrilled to announce:
📡 6.040 kHz is our brand-new main frequency for the coming weeks!
And when the skies get noisy, 5.970 kHz stands ready as our trusted backup.
The 25-meter band had its own share of chaos too. With interference crashing in on 12.030 kHz, we’re moving to 12.005 kHz as our new alternative. More options, more stability, more freedom to keep the music playing — no matter what the QRM throws at us.
One change you should know: we’re officially signing off from 9.800 kHz. CRI’s heavy interference left us no room to breathe there.
But now for the fun part…
🎄 This weekend, Elburg turns into a sparkling winter fairytale during “Winter in the Fortress”!
The historic streets fill with lights, music, and festive cheer — the perfect backdrop as we fine-tune our holiday broadcasts and bring shortwave to life with that unmistakable December glow.
So here’s your winter listening plan:
▶️ Tune in daily on 6.040 kHz from 07:00 to 16:00 UTC
Grab a warm drink, twist that dial, and let the sound of winter roll in.
Because this season… shortwave is alive, kicking, and more magical than ever.
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Hallo, Aart!
Danke für die Info! Vielleicht kommen meine Freundin und ich dieses Wochenende nach Elburg und wir genießen einen Schluck Glühwein in der weihnachtlichen Atmosphäre der Stadt Elburg.
Auf dem Rücksitz des Autos liegt dann der Grundig Satelitt 2100, damit wir Euer Radioprogramm auf 6040 kHz während der Fahrt hören können! Das wäre doch eine klasse Aktion!
Mal sehen, was sie dazu sagt?
Viele Grüße vom Niederrhein, Horst
Das klingt nach einer wunderbaren Idee – Elburg im Weihnachtsmodus hat wirklich eine ganz besondere Atmosphäre, und ein Glühwein gehört da einfach dazu. 🎄✨
Und dann noch mit einem Grundig Satellit 2100 auf der Rückbank, um unterwegs auf 6040 kHz reinzuhören – das ist wirklich eine herrlich nostalgische und zugleich sehr stilvolle Aktion! Ein echter Radiomoment. 📻🚗
Ich bin gespannt, was deine Freundin dazu sagt – vielleicht findet sie die Kombination aus Ausflug, Weihnachtsstimmung und Retro-Radiotechnik ja genauso charmant wie du. 😉
Wie auch immer ihr euch entscheidet: Ich wünsche euch ein wunderschönes Wochenende!
Viele Grüße zurück an den Niederrhein! 🌟
Hello Aart,
great news. I will check the new frequeny on the weekend in my area. Let’s see how the reception is on my new AMNVOLT V4 ATS mini.
Now I know what I forgot to buy today: mulled wine. I wish us many trouble-free moments and hours on shortwave with Radio Delta. Regards from Hamburg, Dieter
Dear Dieter,
Thank you for your kind message and for tuning in. We wish you good luck testing the new frequency this weekend and hope the reception on your AMNVOLT V4 ATS Mini will be excellent in the Hamburg area.
Mulled wine can always be added later 😉
We wish you many enjoyable and trouble-free listening hours on shortwave and hope to hear from you again.
Warm regards,
Radio Delta
Hello Aart & Radio Delta, hopefully I can receive your broadcasts once more, here in Scotland.
Best wishes with the new frequencies.
Regards, Lewis
Hello Lewis,
we are happy to hear from you again! Nice that you are responding here on our blog.
In the coming period, we plan to broadcast every weekend on 6040 kHz.
We would love to hear from you again!
Best wishes!
Hello Aart,
Nice copy this morning on 6040 Khz, as usual. peaking 9+10dB, signal shall continue to increase.
Thanks for leading the Airwaves with such energy Aart, it’s a real pleasure to listen Radio Delta Programs weekly, the new Christmas schedule is a gift for the SWL community, I take this opportunity to warmly thank you for this.
Wishing all SWL & Radio Delta Team happy Christmas time, Shortwaves are alive, it is great,
Best 73s to all from Paris France
Vincent & Vanessa
Good morning Vincent and Vanessa,
Thank you very much for your kind message and for your loyalty! It’s always a pleasure to hear from you, almost every week, via WhatsApp. We’re delighted to know the reception on 6040 kHz is so strong and still improving. Your support truly motivates us to keep Radio Delta active on the airwaves.
Many thanks as well for your warm words about the new Christmas schedule — we really appreciate it. We wish you a wonderful Christmas time.
Shortwaves are alive and well!
Best 73s,
Aart & the Radio Delta Team