[Elecraft] K1 vs K2 opinions

[Robert Tellefsen]

Hi Dave
My suggestion would be to look to the future.
You have spelled out what you are looking for and need, Right Now.
We all have our ideas change with time.  Why lock youself out of
future capabilities?
I recommend the K2 with the just the options you feel you need
Right Now.  You can always add others later, as your tastes in
operating change.  This way you have the best of both worlds,
a World Class receiver in the K2, additional power (up to 15w)
if you need it in casual ragchewing, 80-10m from the start,
and ability to add options as you feel you need them.
What a way to go.
Good luck and 73
Bob N6WG
K2 s/n 12

-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of David Toepfer
Sent: Sunday, July 17, 2005 2:04 PM
To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K1 vs K2 opinions


On the surface it seems a silly question.  I am considering finally
purchasing
one of the above, but the decision actually seems to be a struggle.  So I
guess
I'll ask for some voices of experiences.

*** What I do not need:

I do not need something that will operate anything other than CW, so I don't
need the ability to send SSB or the IF bandwidth to receive SSB (I love the
simple variable bandwidth of my KX1).

I do not need something that will operate on bands I can't get for a K1
(80-15
is fine, and I have the info on how to do 160 if I wish).

I do not need power beyond what I can get from a K1 (5W is fine).

I do not need computer control or direct frequency entry.

*** What I have heard:

I have heard some state that they actually feel that the LC VFO in the K1 is
quieter and nicer than the PLL VFO in the K2.

I have likewise heard some say that they feel the K1 is more sensative than
the
K2 (thought I do not recall why, save just personal impression).

*** What I am looking for:

Opinions?

David, K3TUE

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