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This radio receives ten bands, including AM, FM, TV1, TV2, WX (weather), AIR, VHF, CB, SW1, and SW2. It has a telescoping antenna, an external antenna jack, and a direction-finder antenna (on the top of the Radio Shack 12-795). Unfortunately, it doesn't have a handle mounted on the top (it has two small handles mounted on the sides which are somewhat useful), which reduces its portability. The Radio Shack 12-795 has a large speaker, tone adjustment dial, signal strength meter, and public address function as well. The telescoping antenna is long and rotates 360 degrees. It has an AFC switch for improving FM reception. It does not have a squelch control, which is a drawback for listening to the VHF and AIR (aircraft) bands. It is best for listening to the FM and WX bands, which have better reception than quite a few other radios I have used.
 Reception on CB, SW1/2 and AM are fairly good, although not as good as on some receivers in this price range. Shortwave reception is from 4-12MHz (4,000-12,000 kHz). It has a built-in power cord, a battery compartment which takes four "D" batteries, and a DC power jack. It has analog tuning, with a large dial and fine tuning. All switches and dials are conveniently located on the front of the radio, except for the AC/DC power switch. The Radio Shack 12-795 also has mounting bars for attaching a carrying-strap, which significantly improves the radio's portability. Radio Shack included an earphone, carrying strap, and instructions, in addition to the wire antenna. The DC adapter or microphone may be purchased separately. Overall, a good radio, although it may be surpassed in quality and features by some of the older similar radios. UPDATE: The Emerson MBR-1 Owner's Club also accepts owners of the Radio Shack 12-795, which is very similar to the MBR-1.
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