Build Your Own Radio (Even as a Beginner) – Homebrew Ham Radio with ZL2BNE

Build Your Own Radio (Even as a Beginner) – Homebrew Ham Radio with ZL2BNE

From Ham Radio All Portable Discussion Zone by Charlie NJ7V

March 29, 2026 · 1h 28m · Season 5 · Episode 12

About this episode

Neville Marr discusses how beginners can get started with homebrew ham radio projects.

Neville Marr, ZL2BNE, is a New Zealand amateur radio operator known for turning homebrew radio into something approachable and practical. He’s designed and shared projects like a 40-meter SDR receiver kit and regularly operates using self-built SDR transceivers, including the T41 platform. Along the way, he’s supported wider ham radio initiatives such as Reverse Beacon Network stations, and today he helps inspire others to get started building and experimenting with their own gear.Join us as we explore how you can get involved in portable radio, QRP, and more in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone (AP/DZ). Every aspect of portable operations is covered in this biweekly podcast, from news and gear to achievements, the workbench, contests, awards, and beyond.Connect with us:* Discord: https://discord.gg/YDeM3JeH* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/redsummitrf* TikTok: @redsummitrf* X (formerly Twitter): @NJ7V_Support the channel:* Buy us a Coke: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RedSummitRF* Red Summit RF Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/redsummitrf#apdz #SOTA #HamRadio #PortableOps #QRP #Workbench #Electronics #POTA

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Host: Charlie NJ7V

Guest: Neville Marr

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Organizations: Reverse Beacon Network

Products: 40-meter SDR receiver kit, T41 platform

Places: New Zealand

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