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Galaxy-DX-959 40 Channel AM/SSB Mobile CB Radio with Frequency Counter
Brand | Galaxy Audio |
Color | Black |
Number of Channels | 40 |
Special Feature | Roger Beep |
Product Dimensions | 9.25"D x 7.87"W x 2.31"H |
Item Weight | 4.4 Pounds |
International Protection Rating | IP66 |
About this item
- Large, easy-to-read meter with scales for power output, modulation, SWR and incoming signal
- Five-digit frequency counter with large yellow digits , two-digit channel display with larger yellow digits, variable power output control, variable talkback circuit with on/off switch
- Automatic SWR circuit and an SWR alert LED, Roger Beep with on/off switch
- Variable dimmer control with push switch to turn off the meter lamp and display digits, 3-position tone switch for receive
- Proprietary Galaxy Noise Filter (GNF) Circuit reduces noise to aid in the recovery of weak SSB signals
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Easy to install | 4.8 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Value for money | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.7 | — | 4.0 |
Noise cancellation | 4.1 | — | — | 4.1 | 4.5 | 3.8 |
Easy to use | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.3 | — | — | 4.5 |
Sound quality | 3.4 | 3.8 | 3.8 | — | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Sale Stores ✅ | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
number of channels | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
tuner technology | — | AM/FM | AM/FM | VHF | — | HF |
water resistance | — | not water resistant | not water resistant | not water resistant | not water resistant | not water resistant |
voltage | — | 13.8 volts of direct current | 13.8 volts of direct current | — | 12 volts | 12 volts |
IP rating | IP66 | IP00 | IP00 | — | — | IP67 |
weight | 4.4 pounds | 3.35 pounds | 3.35 pounds | — | — | 2 pounds |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 9.25 x 7.9 x 2.35 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.4 pounds |
ASIN | B00415KISO |
Item model number | DX-959 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #225 in Fixed-mount CB Radios |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Special features | Roger Beep |
Other display features | Wireless |
Color | Black |
Manufacturer | GALAXY |
Date First Available | March 25, 2005 |
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Product Description
Galaxy CB radios are designed with features that a serious CB operator can appreciate and a new user can easily master. The radio functions are laid out in a driver friendly format essential for ease of use while keeping your eyes focused on the road ahead. Each knob or button controls its own task, minimizing the need to look at a display or cycle through multiple menus. The DX-959 has been a solid performer for more than 15 years. It is at the top of our mobile CB line and is jam packed with big radio features. The Galaxy DX-959 Features AM/SSB and PA Modes. Large, Easy-to-Read Meter with: Power Output Scale calibrated for AM and SSB, Modulation Percentage Scale for use on AM, Signal Strength Scale indicates up to 60 dB over S9, SWR Scale Five-digit Frequency Counter with On/Off Switch Automatic SWR Circuit (no complicated calibration procedure) High SWR Alert Circuit with Warning LED Talkback Circuit with On/Off Switch and Volume Control Variable Power Output Control Variable Dimmer Control with On/Off Switch Roger Beep with On/Off Switch and LED Indicator Noise Blanker and Automatic Noise Limiter Circuits Galaxy Noise Filter (GNF) Circuit for use on weak signals White Meter Lamp Yellow Channel and Frequency LEDs Full-sized Chassis Side Mic Jack Clarifier Control 3-Position Tone Control Switch for Receive Green/Red LED Indicator for RX/TX Receive (RF) Gain Control Mic Gain Control Rear Jacks for External Speaker and Public Address Use Two Year Limited Warranty Dimensions:7-7/8"W x 9-1/4"D x 2-5/16"H (Depth does not include knobs or antenna connector) (Width does not include side mic connection) Radio Weight with Microphone: 4.4 pounds Shipping Weight: 5.8 pounds What's in the box beside the radio: Handheld Microphone, Radio Mounting Bracket and Microphone Mounting Hardware, Power Cord, Owner's Manual
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Customers like the clarity, tuning, and quality of the two-way radio. For example, they mention it's clear, has great modulation, and can be tuned for expanded frequencies. That said, some complain about the drifting. Opinions are mixed on the sound quality, transmitability, and value.
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Customers generally like the quality of the two way radio. They mention it's a great radio, and works well as a mobile radio or base station radio. Customers also say that it has good ears and transmits well, and that it gets great reports on AM.
"...Never had that feature on a radio before. Other then that everything is in great shape...." Read more
"...Packed full of features, big beautiful meter, adjustable power, talkback, roger-beep, dimmer....Wow!..." Read more
"...The RB is ok for some that like silly toys but not for me. The talkback is great to check a mic or an echo board...." Read more
"...The knobs are a little flimsy and feel cheap, the frequency drifts a bit, especially during warm-up, the frequency display only reads down to 1 kHz,..." Read more
Customers like the tuning of the two way radio. They mention that it's easy to adjust and tweak, has great modulation, and can be modified for expanded frequencies. They also appreciate the adjustable RF in and out gain, and the variety of controls. Overall, most are happy with the performance of this radio.
"...Pros: incredible receiver, nice looks, adjustable RF in and out gain.Cons: cheesy-feeling plastic knobs, drifty VCO, 99-cent microphone." Read more
"The Galaxy DX 595 is the type of radio I've always wanted. Packed full of features, big beautiful meter, adjustable power, talkback, roger-beep,..." Read more
"...and receive need to be adjusted to be on frequency, modulation needs to be fixed. I would still buy from this seller due to stellar customer service...." Read more
"...Love the built-in SWR meter as it makes it easy to tune the antenna and monitor its tuning as time goes on...." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the two way radio. They say the display is easy to read, the clarity is superior, and the meter is large and easy to see. Customers also say the signal is direct and everything is clear.
"...on this radio, people want to talk back to you,meaning that it's a clear,loud radio...." Read more
"The radio works as advertised. Clear and sensitive. Also a powerful transmitter. The controls are a little complex...." Read more
"...The meter is large and easy to see. I love the features of this radio, especially the frequency display. Lots of mods available for this radio...." Read more
"...to much. 2- The blue back light on the meter makes it almost impossible to read...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the two-way radio. Some mention it has a nice sound, great modulation, and a clear, loud radio. The signal to noise ratio is great, and it's very easy to make loud. However, others say that it causes a high pitched noise all the time, an awful electric hum, and the audio sounded cluttered. The noise blanking and Galaxy Noise Filter are not more effective than similar features on any other radio, and there is a roger beep that stays on all the
"...I do like the looks and receive is very good as well as AM has good audio quality...." Read more
"...even on low power, and the noise blanking and Galaxy Noise Filter are no more effective than similar features on any other HF radio..." Read more
"...full of features, big beautiful meter, adjustable power, talkback, roger-beep, dimmer....Wow!..." Read more
"Have had to take apart 3 times because everything gets so quiet because one of the plugs come loose randomly, never had this problem with my old 939" Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the two way radio. Some mention that it's well worth the price, has good performance for the price and is excellent right out of the box. However, others say that it was not worth the money, is not a cheap purchase and was made with cheaper internal components.
"Well worth it. My favorite radio." Read more
"...If your looking for a good radio at a reasonable price this is the one to get." Read more
"...You can tell the 959's are being made with cheaper internal components, but that's with all electronics these days." Read more
"...And the stock mic is better then an astatic addon mic. Well worth the money. I am gonna buy another for the car. Made the first one base unit." Read more
Customers are mixed about the transmitability of the two way radio. Some mention it receives and transmits very good right out of box, while others say it stopped transmitting clearly lately and only puts out static.
"Receives and transmits very good right out of box" Read more
"...I got it back, install it and it lasted maybe 3 hours, The radio just goes dead they put in a 70 D what ever that is...." Read more
"...I gave it 4 stars because I do like the looks and receive is very good as well as AM has good audio quality...." Read more
"I got one of these from Amazon..... the first one arrived DOA with NO TRANSMIT but receives fine...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the display of the two-way radio. They mention that the display didn't work properly, and the frequency counter didn''t light up. They also mention that there's a lack of an illuminated faceplate.
"...Add to that my observation that the meter lamp dims when transmitting, even on low power, and the noise blanking and Galaxy Noise Filter are no more..." Read more
"At first I thought I had to send it back cause none of the displays were lighting up. Then I checked all the switches and knobs...." Read more
"...second 959b starlite was defective right out of the box as the face didn't light up (photos included) it almost looks as if a non starlight face was..." Read more
"...The radio turned on but the frequency counter would not light up (regardless of dimmer switch settings)...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the drifting of the SSB radio. They mention that the volume pots wiggle and the radio jumps frequency. Some customers also report that the buttons rattle.
"...It may not even be the best choice for SSB given its wandering VCO and vague frequency readout, but these problems are not an issue at all for AM,..." Read more
"...radio I would but buyer should be aware that you will have drifting issues on SSB as far as a AM radio the drifting would not be so much a issue as..." Read more
"...One complaint that I have is that the buttons rattle and overall the knobs seem cheaply made which seems surprising for a unit of this caliber...." Read more
"The only real issue is the very drifty VCO on Sideband. This is not an issue at all using AM channels of course...." Read more
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After a couple hours fumbling through the alignment procedure, I am very happy to report that receive sensitivity is way, way, way better than advertised. Understand that results vary from one rig to the next, but this radio can pull in a tenth of a microvolt in SSB and less than a quarter uV in AM. That's four times better than the manual claims. I was able to pull the VCO in and get back on frequency, but for some reason the procedure in the manual did not work; I had to figure it out (it was not that tough).
There are a couple complaints out there, and I found that I agreed with them. The knobs are a little flimsy and feel cheap, the frequency drifts a bit, especially during warm-up, the frequency display only reads down to 1 kHz, and the mic is gigantic and of relatively low quality. Add to that my observation that the meter lamp dims when transmitting, even on low power, and the noise blanking and Galaxy Noise Filter are no more effective than similar features on any other HF radio (they're best left turned off).
The SWR meter was a little pessimistic, reading about 3:1 with a 2:1 match, which is good, and measuring signal strength, modulation and power it was spot-on. Being able to dim or shut off the display lights is also a neat feature, as I don't like lights glaring at me from my dashboard.
In a laboratory I was of course able to get very high transmit power out of it, but keep in mind that "swinging" a CB is against the law, as is making adjustments described above without a GROL to at least look over your shoulder. I backed mine down to the spec 3.8W and 90% modulation because in my opinion, quality is better than quantity when it comes to radio signals. Also note that if you want your radio "tuned up," you should specify what you want because given the opportunity, many radio techs will just snip the AGC diode and crank the RF power all the way up; this is much faster than performing the entire alignment procedure, and it gives results on a wattmeter that are hard to argue with. And the 959 is tough enough that, depending on how much you talk, you will likely get a couple hundred miles down the road before the finals blow, making a return trip to the radio shop impractical.
This radio is also easily programmed to operate on the 10m band if you are licensed to do so, and its extremely sensitive receiver makes it an excellent transverter head unit.
The Galaxy DX-959 does not have an echo feature. It does not change colors. It does not play mp3's, and you can't use it to view digital photos. But these are all features that made it an even more attractive rig for me. I like my radios to do radio stuff, and nothing else. (There is a PA feature, by the way.)
If you don't want sideband, you can probably do just as well with another Galaxy offering. It may not even be the best choice for SSB given its wandering VCO and vague frequency readout, but these problems are not an issue at all for AM, and I would confidently recommend the Galaxy DX-959 to anyone who wants a CB that gives them communication when they need it. Buy it. You won't be disappointed.
Pros: incredible receiver, nice looks, adjustable RF in and out gain.
Cons: cheesy-feeling plastic knobs, drifty VCO, 99-cent microphone.
Well what can I say about this radio that has not been already said. I gave it 4 stars because I do like the looks and receive is very good as well as AM has good audio quality. However like others have said in the past this radio has some major drifting issues after being on for at least a 1/2 hour or so. Really noticeable is on SSB, automatically because of the locked transmit clarifier you will be told in UN-CERTAIN Terms you are OFF FREQUENCY on channel 38 LSB when the skip is in. No matter your explanation of having a locked clarifier does not please many who will sit there and argue with you about it. I guess they never grasped the concept that that's why they make clarifiers to tune in off frequency stations that are slightly off. I'm sure they will never grasp the Ham radio concept that anywhere along the band can be used for transmission even if it's 100 hertz's off the next guy! Anyway sometimes CB'ers have some odd ball idea's about being OFF Frequency. I guess they will never be satisfied.
Back to Galaxy this has the Blue display which I like but wish it had 2 more 00;s after the 5th digit and had a more stable
circuit to keep it from drifting so much.
The cabinet came scratched which to me is poor quality control despite being a New radio and packaged fairly well.
Would I recommend this radio I would but buyer should be aware that you will have drifting issues on SSB as far as a AM radio the drifting would not be so much a issue as receive on AM is wider than SSB receive.
Would I buy another one for myself Not Likely despite the issues. I will get the clarifier unlocked and solve that problem and get it lined up on SSB but this will not totally fix the normal drifting issue!
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Diculpa el radio que te adquiri me salio una falla en el mismo
que puedo hacer para cambiarlo
Reviewed in Mexico on May 6, 2023