I do not have cable, but need an antenna to go with converter box. What antenna should I buy?

Question

I do not have cable and do not plan to get it. I have already purchased a converter box, but understand I need a new antenna. I live in a basement and get poor reception. I would appreciate any recommendations (other than that which would cost me a monthly fee)

Answer 1

Prepare to spend 200-300 dollars for a good antenna. Or spend 30-40 a month on cable. One you maintain yourself, and the other is done for you.

Antenna amplifiers btw are pointless, they just amplify poor reception.

Just get cable :-)