{"product_id":"shakespeare-galaxy-65in-broadband-vhf-antenna-sha-hs-2774-1-r","title":"Shakespeare Galaxy 65\" Broadband VHF Antenna (SHA-HS-2774-1-R)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShakespeare Galaxy 65\" Broadband VHF Antenna (SHA-HS-2774-1-R)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shakespeare Galaxy broadband VHF antenna is a benchmark in marine communications — trusted by commercial operators and serious offshore cruisers who demand maximum range, durability, and zero-compromise signal performance. At 65 inches (5.4 ft), this antenna delivers high gain across the entire VHF marine band without the need for tuning or matching, making it a true fit-and-forget installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadband design covers the full VHF marine band (156–163 MHz) without tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-gain 6 dBd output for extended transmission and reception range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e65-inch (165 cm) fibreglass construction — lightweight yet exceptionally rigid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV-stabilised fibreglass radome resists fading, cracking, and saltwater corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShakespeare Galaxy series — a proven standard in commercial and offshore marine use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 1–14 UNS thread base for compatibility with most marine antenna mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow VSWR across the full band ensures efficient power transfer from your radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Broadband?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNarrowband antennas can exhibit elevated VSWR at the edges of the VHF marine band, reducing effective radiated power on channels like 16, 22A, and AIS frequencies. The Galaxy’s broadband design maintains consistent performance across all channels — critical for DSC, AIS monitoring, and coast guard communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e SHA-HS-2774-1-R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shakespeare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galaxy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 in (165 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 dBd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 156–163 MHz (VHF Marine Band, Broadband)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–14 UNS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibreglass radome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: This item is currently out of stock. Inventory tracking is suspended until further notice. Contact us to inquire about availability or lead times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43943902609444,"sku":"SHA-HS-2774-1-R","price":1334.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/Galaxy-Broadband-HS-2774-1-R.jpg?v=1775948853","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/shakespeare-galaxy-65in-broadband-vhf-antenna-sha-hs-2774-1-r","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}