[Elecraft] KPA-800 any news at Dayton?

[David Gilbert]

That's about what I expected.  I've been trying to figure out why some 
folks seem so keen on an Elecraft amplifier ... it just didn't make a 
lot of sense to me.  Given the already available amps out there from 
reputable manufacturers (Acom, THP, etc), I'd be surprised if Elecraft 
would be able to offer one at a compelling enough price/performance 
point to generate sufficient sales for a decent return on their 
investment.  Not everyone is going to buy another amp just to have a 
matching exterior.

73,
Dave   AB7E



W0FK wrote:
> Not in the cards I'm afraid. An amp may be developed someday, but the market
> will need to support it, and it will have to be unique from those available
> from other manufacturers. Disappointing, but understandable. Given the cost
> of R&D, diversion from other products, capital for manufacturing, sales and
> other overhead costs, etc., if the market is small it may not be profitable
> to produce. I don't anticipate Elecraft rolling one out for some time, if
> ever.
>
> 73,
>
> Lou, W0FK
>
>
> Roger Dallimore wrote:
>   
>> Any news from Dayton about the long awaited amps 800/1500?
>>
>> I'm pleased to hear about the K144XV though,  just what I need.
>>
>> 73
>> Roger  MW0IDX
>>
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