[Elecraft] K2 compared to others rigs

[David Wilburn]

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
dave.wilburn at verizon.net
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
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