Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
I used an Icom IC701 from 1978 thru 2006. A decent radio for its time. I replaced it with an IC 756 PRO III (Dec 2006) and the new radio blew the IC701 out of the water. In my opinion the PRO III is a superb radio. When looking for a new radio I was told to stay away from the Jupiter. I'm glad I did, but for the price I suspect it is OK. I heard good things about the IC746, but I wanted more than just a replacement radio for my IC701. I am not disappointed. In every way, I love he PRO III. It is, however, more expensive than the IC746, about twice the price. Ouch. But, I would do it again. Good luck. I just completed the Elecraft K1 and like it very much also. Jozef WB2MIC Phil Zminda wrote: Now that I've been using my K2 serial # 5719 for a while, I am a bit disappointed in my Ten-Tec Jupiter, particularly when there are strong CW signals on adjacent frequencies. I was always a Ten-Tec fan and loved my Corsair II, but wanted to try a newer design radio. Now, I'm thinking of selling or trading the Jupiter, but I wonder what's out there in the $1200 to $1500 range (new or used) that might be a step up from the Jupiter in receiver performance. Without opening up a can of worms, I'd like to hear some feedback on the IC 746 Pro, Ten-Tec Omni VI, TS-2000 or any others I may have over-looked. What else are you guys using? Thanks for this great resource. It's been a great help in getting to know my K2. Phil N3ZP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
I own a ProIII since it appeared on the market; before I owned a ProII and an IC751A. The ProIII is excellent, (see my review on eham, it is #1 and my tests: http://www.ab4oj.com/icom/ic756pro3/i1odp.html ) but recently I did an extensive test side by side with 2 different Elecraft K2 and on 95% of the reception of weak and strong signals the K2 won really clearly. I believe due to a single conversion, the K2 is much more quiet (same sensibility both receivers). Only cons is the small size. We did tests again on IK1AUS and IK1QHB QTH and we confirmed our findings. IK1QHB bought immediately a K2 100W (he is using a Mark5) and IK1AUS sold out his excellent IC781 and bought 2 K2s one QRP and one 100W. IMHO if you want TenTec look at Omni V or Omni VI plus 73' paul, i1odp - Original Message - From: Phil Zminda [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 4:54 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs Now that I've been using my K2 serial # 5719 for a while, I am a bit disappointed in my Ten-Tec Jupiter, particularly when there are strong CW signals on adjacent frequencies. I was always a Ten-Tec fan and loved my Corsair II, but wanted to try a newer design radio. Now, I'm thinking of selling or trading the Jupiter, but I wonder what's out there in the $1200 to $1500 range (new or used) that might be a step up from the Jupiter in receiver performance. Without opening up a can of worms, I'd like to hear some feedback on the IC 746 Pro, Ten-Tec Omni VI, TS-2000 or any others I may have over-looked. What else are you guys using? Thanks for this great resource. It's been a great help in getting to know my K2. Phil N3ZP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
Unless you are willing to spend more than double that, or find a great bargain, you will be hard pressed to find anything better than the K2 IMHO. I have a Kenwood TS2000 for xbanding vhf/uhf and back up, but prefer the K2. If you have the DSP unit, etc., that to me does it all. I am building a 2nd K2 which will haved the KPA100,etc. My original is a fully equipped QRP portable radio. Bill K9YEQ -Original Message-: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs Now that I've been using my K2 serial # 5719 for a while, I am a bit disappointed in my Ten-Tec Jupiter, particularly when there are strong CW signals on adjacent frequencies. I was always a Ten-Tec fan and loved my Corsair II, but wanted to try a newer design radio. Now, I'm thinking of selling or trading the Jupiter, but I wonder what's out there in the $1200 to $1500 range (new or used) that might be a step up from the Jupiter in receiver performance. Without opening up a can of worms, I'd like to hear some feedback on the IC 746 Pro, Ten-Tec Omni VI, TS-2000 or any others I may have over-looked. What else are you guys using? Thanks for this great resource. It's been a great help in getting to know my K2. Phil N3ZP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
Having just spent quite a bit of time comparing the rigs in that price range before I just purchased the K2, I would say you best bet would be the Ten-Tec Omni http://www.elecraft.com/K2_perf.htm - performance comparisons between K2 and other rigs. http://www.arrl.org/tis/info/pdf/020910qex036.pdf - an explanation of why the simpler designs of the K2 and the Ten-Tec perform so well. The TS-2000 is a good all around rig, and it would be handy to have, but especially after using the K2, I think you may be a bit disappointed with the receiver. It is my understanding that the digital IF filters are a big help. The Icom I ended up drifting away from after hearing about quite a few problems with the backlight on the LCD. But you can see its performance ratings on the page above also. As I said, I was trying to make a decision in that price range, and ended up at the K2. Just think, for half of that, you could build the QRP version, and have a second receive.. David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 #5982 Phil Zminda wrote: Now that I've been using my K2 serial # 5719 for a while, I am a bit disappointed in my Ten-Tec Jupiter, particularly when there are strong CW signals on adjacent frequencies. I was always a Ten-Tec fan and loved my Corsair II, but wanted to try a newer design radio. Now, I'm thinking of selling or trading the Jupiter, but I wonder what's out there in the $1200 to $1500 range (new or used) that might be a step up from the Jupiter in receiver performance. Without opening up a can of worms, I'd like to hear some feedback on the IC 746 Pro, Ten-Tec Omni VI, TS-2000 or any others I may have over-looked. What else are you guys using? Thanks for this great resource. It's been a great help in getting to know my K2. Phil N3ZP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
Phil, If you MUST have another rig in addition to your K2, how about another K2? (:-)) I have recently sold my FT-1000D that I bought new a number of years ago. It was a wonderful radio ... some say the best available ... but recently sold it to fund my loaded K2. I don't regret the sale. One reason I sold it was it's age and the fact thyat Yaesu is likely to stop supporting it in the near future. I currently own an FT-990 / FL-7000 combo and an IC-756 PRO II. The FT-990 combo will be on eBay soon and I'll keep the PRO II. It's an excellent radio and every bit as good as the FT-1000D. How do these radios compare with the K2? The K2 hears at least as good and sometimes a bit better ... and it's far simpler to operate. The receiver's quieter. I only have one negative comment about the K2. The clock display is gawd-awful to access. It's several levels deep in the menu and can only (!) be displayed -IF- you happen to be using the DSP unit. I'd expect it to be available at the poke of a key, even for a brief peek to make a log entry. I suppose there's a good reason it's placed where it is, but it's essentially useless to me. Maybe I'll have time to learn how to use it one day, but right now I'm having too much fun on 3536 and 7036! 73! Ken Kopp - K0PP [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
I have had a couple of 756 pro's, and they are nice radios. Quite a bargain at about $1500.00. The 756 (non pro) seems to have had the display problems (lines). Its quite a sharp looking and working rig. I cant say I know how they work under battle conditions on CW, but it seems good for typical use. I suspect, if you want the best receiver for CW contest type conditions, the K2 is tops at any price, or real close. I do love the band scope on the 756 pro. Its noisy, and on AM and SSB its average quality both transmit and receive, on par with other of the same type rigs I suppose. Its easy to use though, lots of knobs and buttons, which is better than menus I suppose. Its big, heavy, and sucks lots of power. I have mine mainly for an RF exciter for the big homebrew AM rigs, and the band scope. I have never actually made a contact with it by itself, but I listen on it from time to time. I tell you what, I have had a 756 pro for years now, and never had any real desire to get on the air with it on any mode. I am trying to get up to speed with the code so I CAN get on the air with the K2. Brett N2DTS Having just spent quite a bit of time comparing the rigs in that price range before I just purchased the K2, I would say you best bet would be the Ten-Tec Omni http://www.elecraft.com/K2_perf.htm - performance comparisons between K2 and other rigs. http://www.arrl.org/tis/info/pdf/020910qex036.pdf - an explanation of why the simpler designs of the K2 and the Ten-Tec perform so well. The TS-2000 is a good all around rig, and it would be handy to have, but especially after using the K2, I think you may be a bit disappointed with the receiver. It is my understanding that the digital IF filters are a big help. The Icom I ended up drifting away from after hearing about quite a few problems with the backlight on the LCD. But you can see its performance ratings on the page above also. As I said, I was trying to make a decision in that price range, and ended up at the K2. Just think, for half of that, you could build the QRP version, and have a second receive.. David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 #5982 Phil Zminda wrote: Now that I've been using my K2 serial # 5719 for a while, I am a bit disappointed in my Ten-Tec Jupiter, particularly when there are strong CW signals on adjacent frequencies. I was always a Ten-Tec fan and loved my Corsair II, but wanted to try a newer design radio. Now, I'm thinking of selling or trading the Jupiter, but I wonder what's out there in the $1200 to $1500 range (new or used) that might be a step up from the Jupiter in receiver performance. Without opening up a can of worms, I'd like to hear some feedback on the IC 746 Pro, Ten-Tec Omni VI, TS-2000 or any others I may have over-looked. What else are you guys using? Thanks for this great resource. It's been a great help in getting to know my K2. Phil N3ZP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
Phil, the ICOM IC-7000 is in the price range you mentioned. I have one and think it is a LOT of rig for the money. I operate 95% CW on the low bands, so can't comment much on the SSB performance. On CW, it is quite capable with good DSP filtering and a better noise blanker than the K2. Probably the biggest advantage relative to the K2 is having low bands, 6, 2 and 70 cm all in one very small box and capable of CW, SSB, FM and AM. Very nice for portable ops and for the home base if you don't mind doing some menu surfing. I can recommend it as a second rig. Even so, my K2 remains my all-time favorite. I love the receiver, the low power consumption, the two antenna support from the internal tuner, the receive antenna port on the 160 m option, etc. etc. etc. - not to mention all the fun of building it! 73 ... Craig AC0DS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs
You can have a band scope on the K2. Check out the March/April QEX for the article on the Z-90 Panadapter kit. Works with most radios, but integrates particularly well with the K2. You can read the article online if you don't subscribe. The link is http://www.arrl.org/qex/2007/03/smith.pdf You can read even more at www.cliftonlaboratories.com 73, Larry N8LP Brett gazdzinski wrote: I have had a couple of 756 pro's, and they are nice radios. Quite a bargain at about $1500.00. The 756 (non pro) seems to have had the display problems (lines). Its quite a sharp looking and working rig. I cant say I know how they work under battle conditions on CW, but it seems good for typical use. I suspect, if you want the best receiver for CW contest type conditions, the K2 is tops at any price, or real close. I do love the band scope on the 756 pro. Its noisy, and on AM and SSB its average quality both transmit and receive, on par with other of the same type rigs I suppose. Its easy to use though, lots of knobs and buttons, which is better than menus I suppose. Its big, heavy, and sucks lots of power. I have mine mainly for an RF exciter for the big homebrew AM rigs, and the band scope. I have never actually made a contact with it by itself, but I listen on it from time to time. I tell you what, I have had a 756 pro for years now, and never had any real desire to get on the air with it on any mode. I am trying to get up to speed with the code so I CAN get on the air with the K2. Brett N2DTS Having just spent quite a bit of time comparing the rigs in that price range before I just purchased the K2, I would say you best bet would be the Ten-Tec Omni http://www.elecraft.com/K2_perf.htm - performance comparisons between K2 and other rigs. http://www.arrl.org/tis/info/pdf/020910qex036.pdf - an explanation of why the simpler designs of the K2 and the Ten-Tec perform so well. The TS-2000 is a good all around rig, and it would be handy to have, but especially after using the K2, I think you may be a bit disappointed with the receiver. It is my understanding that the digital IF filters are a big help. The Icom I ended up drifting away from after hearing about quite a few problems with the backlight on the LCD. But you can see its performance ratings on the page above also. As I said, I was trying to make a decision in that price range, and ended up at the K2. Just think, for half of that, you could build the QRP version, and have a second receive.. David Wilburn [EMAIL PROTECTED] K4DGW K2 #5982 Phil Zminda wrote: Now that I've been using my K2 serial # 5719 for a while, I am a bit disappointed in my Ten-Tec Jupiter, particularly when there are strong CW signals on adjacent frequencies. I was always a Ten-Tec fan and loved my Corsair II, but wanted to try a newer design radio. Now, I'm thinking of selling or trading the Jupiter, but I wonder what's out there in the $1200 to $1500 range (new or used) that might be a step up from the Jupiter in receiver performance. Without opening up a can of worms, I'd like to hear some feedback on the IC 746 Pro, Ten-Tec Omni VI, TS-2000 or any others I may have over-looked. What else are you guys using? Thanks for this great resource. It's been a great help in getting to know my K2. Phil N3ZP ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
Don't forget to consider a second K2. You won't be dissappointed. Dan / WG4S / K2 #2456 ps: Seriously, you don't memtion WHY you want another rig. Other bands? General Coverage? Larger knobs? snip I would like to know of other list members personal experiences comparing the K2 receiver to either the Icom 756 pro series, the Knwd TS2000 or most specifically, the Yaesu FT1000MP MKV Field. /snip ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
Larry, You have just explained the very reason that I have sold all of my Japanese radios. Service is expensive and slow. I now have all American made, and for the most part built myself from kits equipment. I would highly recommend the TenTec line of gear. The Jupiter or a used OMNI VI+ would work nicely. I also like the Orion and am ordering one at the end of January. But that radio is pricey and I am at that dangerous stage in life. I'm getting old and I'm trying to spend it all before I go :-). The folks at Ten Tec have always been easy and efficient to deal with. I love their radios as much as I love my K2. I have no financial interest in Ten Tec... I'm sure others will have different opinions, and they wil be equally valid to mine Dave, K4TO ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
Larry - I owned a pair of Kenwood TS-940 rigs for about 12 years, and was generally very happy with them. I sold them a couple of years ago and replaced them with a pair of Yaesu FT-1000 MK V sets (the 200 W version) , with which I am also quite content. I put the Inrad front-end kit in the Mark 5's, along with a selection of Inrad filters for various modes and bandwidths. The K2 I have has the KDSP2, KNB2, KSB2, KBT2, KIO2, and the 160 meter kit, but not the 100W amplifier. The Mark 5 is a lot like the K2 (I only have one of those, HI) in that the front end is a lot more resistant to overload than was the '940's.A few operating sessions at the KL7Y contest station convinced me of the superior performance of the MK 5 over the 940 when the bands are very crowded and signal levels are high to very high. I think I like the DSP in the K2 better than the MK 5, mostly because the K2 DSP can be tweaked and fine tuned, whereas the MK 5 DSP is pretty much what you see is what you get. The MK 5 DSP works well enough, but I am sure there are lots of advances in noise reduction algorithms yet to be discovered. I generally prefer the K2 when band conditions permit the use of low power, but the Mark 5 has several operating features that the K2 does not, and I prefer the MK 5 for day to day use on SSB. I like the K2 better for CW, and it's receiver does have a more open sound than the MK 5. Either rig performs well, and I am sure the differences are simply a matter of personal preference. I did like the 940's implementation of passband tuning MUCH more than the MK 5 version. The 940 high cut / low cut selectivity control was and is much more intuitive, whereas the shift and width controls on the MK 5 are much harder to figure out. If Elecraft ever considers putting variable selectivity into a future K3, then I hope they do it the way Kenwood did. The noise blanker for the K2 is adequate. The one in the MK 6 is better, but the one in the 940 is the best I have seen, even better than the old Drake R4C I had before I switched to the 940's. Don't know if this helps, but then again, it was free grin What's wrong with the 940? One of it's huge advantages is that it was built with discrete parts (mostly) and was very easy to service. Great for areas that don't have a well stocked parts house in the same town. The 940 is still a great 2nd rig, and I certainly wouldn't toss it out if it can be repaired at a reasonable cost. I have not looked at the Kenwood 2000 or the ICOM 756 series , so cannot offer anything there. - Jim, KL7CC Larry - WA2DGD wrote: Hello all, Like most others on this list, I absolutely love my K2, and I also have a second rig, kenwood ts-940sat. The ts940 has been waiting for parts for over 3mos. and I was considering replacing it. I would like to know of other list members personal experiences comparing the K2 receiver to either the Icom 756 pro series, the Knwd TS2000 or most specifically, the Yaesu FT1000MP MKV Field. If anyone has any personal experiences comparing the TS940s to the above mentioned rigs, I'd like to hear if you think its even worth replacing the 940s. Happy and Healthy New Year to all. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
Hi Larry. Bet you get a lot of responses to this one! I've had considerable experience comparing the K2 to other rigs but it's been a long time since I've had a TS-940S so any comments that I might make trying to compare it to the K2 would be useless. I do remember that the 940 was a very nice rig - worked lots of dx under adverse conditions with it and generally thought very highly of it. I'd probably just repair it! As to comparing the K2 to other modern radios, you might want to read the review I posted on eHam of my K2/100. Go to: http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/2357 and look for my review under my call sign: N4HH I can tell you that the other two rigs mentioned (in addition to the Collins) but not identified are the Icom 756 Pro II (had 2 or them at the time and a Pro III a bit later) and the Yaesu FT-1000MP Mark V - loaded with INRAD filters (almost $1000 worth including the roofing filter)! The other radios are excellent, have many desirable features and present themselves very well - but - well, check out the review. Just one person's opinion so YMMV. Now what I really wish is that I could take the guts of the K2, add a couple of additional features and put it into a Collins KWM-2 box. To me you just can't beat the aesthetics of the Collins S-line gear - but that's another story! 73 es hv fun -- Don N4HH, K2/100 #2028, KAT100, K1 #1456, KX1, etc, etc! ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
I compared TS930 FT1KMP and my K2 3204 http://www.s55m.com/teh/RXPN.gif http://www.s55m.com/teh/K2930MP.jpg HNY 2006 to all Elecraft fans! Adi S55M 9A8WW ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
RE: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
HI I have a FT1000Mp Mk5 Field here that I have compared with the K2 many times, The Field is a great radio, with very nice audio for SSB work, my main problem with it is the CW rx noise , it sounds like someone blowing over a bottle top on the narrow filters, if I use the DSP it sounds better but hollow. The K2 just sounds better for CW (IMHO) I can listen to the audio from the K2 (or K1) for hours in the shack while im doing other tasks but the audio from the Field is tiring after a short while, im sure the Field is a very good radio for many folk but im just not using it , for that reason its now up for sale and I have now bought another K2 , a K2/100 now that sits next to the base QRP K2. I have a switch box connected to the K2 and the Field, tuned both into the same cw station and switched between the two, my wife who is not a radio ham and can not read any Morse has been sat in front of the two doing a blind test and she always chooses the K2 as the one that sounds Nicer . Good luck with your choice. 73 Happy New Year Paul M0BMN -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.9/216 - Release Date: 29/12/2005 ___ To help you stay safe and secure online, we've developed the all new Yahoo! Security Centre. http://uk.security.yahoo.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
On Dec 29, 2005, at 2:21 PM, Larry - WA2DGD wrote: The ts940 has been waiting for parts for over 3mos. and I was considering replacing it. I would like to know of other list members personal experiences comparing the K2 receiver to either the Icom 756 pro series, the Knwd TS2000 or most specifically, the Yaesu FT1000MP MKV Field. You just can't beat the price / performance of the K2/100! The FT1000MP series (plain, MkV, and MkV Field) are all great radios. Far superior to the TS940. The TS2000 isn't that great an HF radio -- it's designed more for lots of buttons and VHF capability. The IC 756 Pro series are respectable rigs, but most contesters prefer the FT1000MP. I don't have any experience with the IC 756 Pro. I have used the FT-1000D and every flavor of the 'MP. All these rigs are going to be $3000 or so new. On the used market, you can find the FT-1000MP (plain) for a bit less than you can buy and build a new K2/100 with all the goodies. Another rig to consider in this price range is the Ten-Tec Orion (and Orion II). Of course, your best bet is to buy a second K2! Barring that, I'd recommend the Orion and then the FT-1000MP series. Bill Coleman, AA4LR, PP-ASELMail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Quote: Not within a thousand years will man ever fly! -- Wilbur Wright, 1901 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
Re: [Elecraft] K2 compared to ?
Like most others on this list, I absolutely love my K2, and I also have a second rig, kenwood ts-940sat. The ts940 has been waiting for parts for over 3mos. and I was considering replacing it. I would like to know of other list members personal experiences comparing the K2 receiver to either the Icom 756 pro series, the Knwd TS2000 or most specifically, the Yaesu FT1000MP MKV Field. If anyone has any personal experiences comparing the TS940s to the above mentioned rigs, I'd like to hear if you think its even worth replacing the 940s. Besides my K2/100, I have two TS-940s with CW filters and a 756 Pro III. I like them all, for different reasons. I operate from two locations, and at one, the K2 is the main rig, and the ProIII is primary at the other, with a TS-940 as backup at each location. All of my operation is CW. The TS-940s have served me well for almost two decades, and I can't bring myself to sell them even though they're getting old enough that they're starting to get a little cranky (lost the power supply in one, which took out the finals, and the cooling fan has died in the other). The ProIII is my 'city' rig - the DSP really does a great job on the man-made hash at my urban location, and at that location it outperforms the K2 on receive - the K2's DSP is OK, but not nearly as good on the kind of urban spectrum pollution I have as the ProIII's.The ProIII's spectrum scope is very useful, at least for seeing at a glance where the pileups are, but while I really like it when I'm using the ProIII, I don't miss it when I'm using the K2 ... I'm not sure I can say for sure whether I like the K2/100 or the ProIII the most - each has aspects that I really like. I haven't used the two side-by-side much but at least in the country, I don't think there's anything I can hear on one that I can't hear on the other, whether chasing DX or working contests (in town, the ProIII definitely wins because the way its DSP mashes down the noise). To get back to your question about replacing the TS-940 ... if you can get it working again, I'd keep it. It's a great rig, and unless you have a special need, such as handling the kind of city hash I have in town, spending $3K+ on a newer Japanese rig won't get you $3k worth of improvement. /Paul W3PH ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
