OK folks,
I need some input here. I'm looking for a reasonably priced general coverage
rig (either receiver or transceiver). The intended uses would include both SW
BC and ham band listening, with good CW performance a must. Also, the XYL is
a KC Royals fan (with no local affiliates -- all the stations are "secondary
coverage" situations), so good performance on the AM BC band would be a plus.
I would also prefer "user-serviceable" solid state (i.e., no surface mount).
In looking at the possibilities, I have come up with the following list among
the Ten-Tec offerings: a few other alternatives I am considering are listed
at the end. Your comments/suggestions concerning my assessment of these is
requested (list is in alphabetical order):
Argonaut V: positives: compact size, good performance based on reviews.
Drawbacks: not easily user serviceable, stretches the budgeted range.
Delta II: positives: reasonably compact size, fits target price range, good
performance from my contact with one some time back. Drawbacks: lack of
availability?
Paragon: positives: excellent performer based on "hands-on" experience, good
availability (several currently listed for sale in various places).
Drawbacks: larger footprint, stretches the budgeted range.
RX-320: positives: excellent performer according to reviews, small footprint.
Drawbacks: not stand alone (requires control computer of some sort or 3rd
party "front panel" at extra cost).
SP-325: positives: excellent performer, reasonably priced. Drawbacks: limited
availability, possible service issues due to obsolete parts, large footprint.
T-kit 1254: positives: small footprint, well within budget range. Drawbacks:
not as versatile in filtering etc.
Other possibilities outside the TT product line I am considering include the
Drake SSR-1 or SW series and possibly some of the Ickesu (AKA Yaecomwood)
offerings.
Any comments or suggestions?
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TNX/73, Al
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