I have both the K2/10 and the K3/100. I use them both in the shack and the K2 also sees use as a portable rig. I like them both.
Here are some things that the K3 has (some are optional) that the K2 does not have. Some of these helped push me over into the K3 camp instead of adding the 100W to the K2. These are in no particular order. If you can do without these features, then the K2/100 will do just fine as the main rig. 1. Sub-receiver option. Great for split-DX, contests, etc. 2. Continuously-variable selectivity down to 50 Hz and auto roofing-filter selection. 3. Frequent firmware updates (and sometimes new features). 4. AFX (binaural simulation). 5. More I/O connections. 6. Built-in digital modes. 7. AM/FM/ESSB modes (and Synchronous AM detection). 8. Simultaneous display of RF Power Output AND SWR (The K2 displays only RF Power as you transmit). 9. Rx and Tx audio equalizers. 10. Noise Reduction. 11. 6m standard, 2m optional. 12. DVR. 13. >100 memories. 14. Shift/width and/or hi/lo-cut controls. 15. CW Auto spotting. 16. Notch filters. 17. General Coverage receiver option. The K2 is a fine rig as-is. When comparing the K2/100 to the K3/100, the above features make the difference. A K2/100-only station would still be a powerful set up for most hamming, and there is still the choice of using the K2/10 as a great portable rig with batteries or a small 3A or 4A power supply. 73, John W2XS >From Harry: So what is the opinion of those who have both or had the K2 and now the K3? Which is the better value for the budget minded and for those on a budget what is the cost of a K3/100 that would meet most people needs. Not the hard core contester, they are a different breed. But the everyday ham, who likes to take it with him/her and/or have a great home station. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-vers-K2-questions-that-I-keep-seeimg-tp4410483p4416892.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ______________________________________________________________ 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
