Amateur Radio Magazines
Ham Radio Magazines
Amateur radio magazines are a primary source of information for hams, offering technical articles, operating tips, and news from around the world. These publications cover everything from antenna projects and homebrew equipment to DXpedition reports and contest strategies. Many national amateur radio societies publish their own journals, providing updates on licensing, regulatory changes, and local club activities.
Operators can find a wide range of content, from general interest publications like QST and The Canadian Amateur, to specialized journals focusing on specific aspects of the hobby. For example, contesters often read The National Contest Journal for scores and strategies, while VHF and up enthusiasts might prefer Dubus. Many magazines, such as K9YA Telegraph and SWR Magazine, are now available as free digital editions, making it easy for hams to stay current with the latest trends in digital modes, satellite operation, and equipment reviews.
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Ham Radio Magazine of DARC -
Ham radio magazine intended for the serious VHF and up operator. Published in Germany, but fully bilingual. -
FREE ham radio newsletter The K9YA Telegraph is in full-color and delivered to your computer each month as a PDF. -
"QEX is the ARRL "Forum for communications experimenters." QEX is published bimonthly, it features technical articles, columns, and other items of interest to radio amateurs and communications professionals -
QST, ARRL's monthly membership journal -
The National Contest Journal (NCJ) is a bimonthly publication by ARRL, offering articles from top contesters, statistics, and scores for various events. -
CQ ham radio, Japanese monthly ham radio magazine publieshed since 1946 by CQ Publishing Co., Ltd. It has no relation with CQ Amateur Radio US magazine. -
Funkamateur is a german amateur radio magazine, published in German since 1952 and circulating with monthly issues in most of the german speaking countries like Austria, Switzerland and of course Germany. -
National Communications Magazine is a subscription-based weekly publication on Substack, focusing on scanner radios, CB radio, GMRS, FRS, and MURS. Transitioning from print to an online PDF format in 2012 and to Substack in April 2023, it delivers timely content for radio enthusiasts. Edited and published by Chuck Gysi, the magazine provides in-depth coverage and updates across diverse communication services. -
Nuts & Volts, founded in 1980, began as an advertising-based newsprint and evolved into a leading electronics magazine. A major shift came in 1992, introducing content-rich articles, columns, and DIY projects, cementing its role for hobbyists and professionals. Reformatted in 2003 to standard magazine size, it now averages 100 full-color pages on high-quality paper. Celebrating 40 years, Nuts & Volts remains the longest-running U.S. electronics publication, with loyal readers and advertisers since the 1980s. Its diverse topics span robotics, circuit design, automation, microcontrollers, and more, appealing to all skill levels. -
Practical Wireless is a doing magazine focusing on the practical and constructional side of amateur radio and appeals to all ages. Written by expert authors and contributors, Practical Wireless reflects developments in the technology, participants, activities and licensing framework of the hobby. -
QST is the monthly membership journal of ARRL. Each issue is your source for equipment reviews, technical tips, projects, and news. -
SWR Magazine is free montlhy ham radio online magazine published in English and Spanish. SWR Magazine presents a mix of analysis, hands-on experience, and technical insight for ham radio operators. Covering global radio trends, technical topics like antenna takeoff angle, operating practices outside the shack, reviews of radios, propagation. Explore innovative antennas, digital modes like RTTY, and historical radio origins. This issue bridges the past, present, and future of amateur radio, inviting readers to not just read, but experience and experiment with the content. -
The Canadian Amateur (TCA), Canada’s premiere national magazine devoted to Amateur Radio, is published six times per year and is the membership journal of the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC). It is available in both print and digital versions (eTCA). Members of RAC, Canada’s sole national Amateur Radio organization, receive TCA automatically. A subscription to TCA also provides membership in Radio Amateurs of Canada. RAC is also the publisher of TCA. For information on how to join Radio Amateurs of Canada and subscribe to TCA please visit our Membership Sign Up page. -
The Communicator, a digital magazine by Surrey Amateur Radio Communications (SARC), offers over 125 pages of engaging amateur radio content. With contributions from regular columnists and minimal advertisements, it delivers practical articles, tips, news, and how-to guides for all levels of the hobby, reaching readers in over 165 countries.