John, Thanks for your comments. In general, it seems more people favor the KX-1. I was thinking more about building a kit than I was what I would ultimately use it for. So being prodded by this question multiple times, I concluded that clearly the portability is an issue and that favors the KX-1. So my order is placed and I now look forward to the arrival of yet another white box.
73, Doug -- K0DXV WA6L wrote: > Hi, Doug, > > That is a tough one. You might want to start (if you haven't already) with > the KX-1 FAQ at http://www.elecraft.com/KX1/kx1faq.htm This also has a > section on KX-1 and K1 comparison. > > I built a K1 and ended up selling it after getting my KX-1. I do have to > say that I miss the K1, but for me the KX-1 was a better fit. As others > have said, you need to determine what you are going to do with the radio and > go from there. > > The big advantage to the KX-1 is its portability. I have mine in a small > case with ear buds, two small spools of wire (my antenna) and the BNC to > binding post adapter. I can throw this into any suitcase or backpack and > have a radio with me wherever I go. > > Once you get where you are going, you an be up and running in minutes. The > built-in paddles mean that all you need is a place to sit. No table > required. I have modified the battery setup on my KX-1 to get 12VDC and 3.5 > watts, so the difference in power between it and K1 is negligible. > > What do I miss on the K1? The primary thing is 15 meters. I wish I could > get that on the KX-1, but I think I will build a MFJ Cub to cover that band. > > At any rate, you will have fun building and operating the rig no matter > which way you go. Good luck and enjoy your recovery! > > 73, > > John, WA6L > > > > Doug Person wrote: > >> While I hang around the recovering from my back surgery and a nasty case >> of pneumonia, I've run out of projects that require melting solder. >> This of course means its time to order another kit. After spending >> hours (I have lots of time) researching kits, I, naturally, arrived back >> at Elecraft.com reading the QST reviews of the K1 and KX1. I've built >> them both before and it will certainly be a joy once again regardless of >> which I choose. >> >> It seems I just can't operate cw with the K3. Not that it isn't >> fantastic - its just, well, too easy. So another QRP radio is what I >> need. >> >> I just can't seem to decide between the KX1 and the K1. And, no, I can't >> buy both. >> >> I did look at a few single band kits. But then I start pinging and >> ponging over 40 VS: 20. I gotta have both. >> >> So, what? flip a coin? Have my wife choose? >> >> Dilemma. >> >> 73, Doug -- K0DXV >> ______________________________________________________________ >> Elecraft mailing list >> Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft >> Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm >> Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net >> >> This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net >> Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html >> >> >> > > ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
