VHF Marine Radios & Communications

Marine communication has moved beyond simple voice calls. Modern VHF (Very High Frequency) radios now serve as critical safety hubs, integrating GPS for location sharing, AIS for collision avoidance, and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) for instant distress signaling.

At Anchor Express, we carry the industry-leading trio of Standard Horizon, ICOM, and Raymarine to name a few.

1. Fixed-Mount VHF Radios (Helm Power)

Fixed radios provide the maximum legal output of 25 Watts, offering a range of up to 30 miles depending on antenna height.

2. Handheld VHF Radios (Portability & Backup)

Handhelds are essential for kayakers, emergency ditch bags, or as a secondary "roving" radio on larger boats.

3. Essential Communication Accessories

Your radio is only as good as the system supporting it.

• VHF Antennas: For powerboats, an 8-foot 6dB gain antenna (like the Shakespeare 5225-XT) is the standard. Sailboats typically use a 3-foot 3dB stainless whip at the masthead.

• Remote Microphones: Tools like the Standard Horizon RAM4 allow you to control your main fixed-mount radio from the cockpit or flybridge.

• External Speakers: Enhance audio clarity in open cockpits with a 10W amplified speaker to hear over engine noise.