I bought a Jupiter in 2001 at the Ten-Tec hamfest, back when the prices were
about $500 less than
what they will be after the price increase. It was the first new HF radio I
ever purchased. I've never had
any problems with it. Since it's a software defined radio, I'm able to take
advantage of upgrades, such
as when the 60-meter band became available.
A used Jupiter is still a good buy since they carry this upgrade advantage.
Plus, Ten-Tec has a
reputation of servicing all its past equipment, even after it's discontinued.
I've never owned any of the
Japanese HF radios, so I have no experience with their service. However, it's
hard for me to imagine
any company offering better service and product support than Ten-Tec. That
alone is a major factor for
buying Ten-Tec, in my opinion.
73, Winston K4CWQ
> From: Alan Sewell <alan.n5na@gmail.com>
> Date: 2007/03/26 Mon PM 12:15:32 EST
> To: TenTec@contesting.com
> Subject: [TenTec] Ten-Tec Price Increases April 1
>
> The Ten-Tec website is showing price increases coming. From the "What's
> New" page:
>
> Price increases are coming on some Ten-Tec equipment. New prices
> effective April 1: Orion II without tuner, $ 4095. Orion II with tuner,
> $ 4395. Jupiter without tuner, $ 1549. Jupiter with tuner, $ 1849. 238B
> antenna tuner, $ 649. 1208 20-to-6 meter transverter kit, $ 159. No
> other price changes are planned at this time.
>
> 73,
>
> Alan N5NA
>
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