By using the OsmoSDR block you can take advantage of a common software api in your application(s) independent of the underlying radio hardware. Depending to your hardware you may want to install some or all of the optional dependencies: rtl-sdr, uhd, osmo-sdr, gr-iqbal, hackrf. (the last two is recomended). Optional: MiriSDR, bladeRF, airspy and Dongle Pro+. (not available at slackbuilds.org)