[Elecraft] Raves about the K3

[Bruce McLaughlin]

Congratulations on your purchase of the K-3.  I have two of them.  Both are
fully outfitted as well is a K2/100 which I built several years ago.  The
K-3s are simply outstanding.  I just acquired a P3 41 of them and that works
extremely well.  I also have an FTDX 5000 MP.  That is an excellent radio
and as you mentioned it does have its strong points.  Its main receiver is
extremely good.  But as you noted its second receiver is not as good.  It
does not use the roofing filters which are available to the main receiver
and, unlike the main receiver its first IF is in the VHF region so that
narrow crystal roofing filters would probably not be very effective.  As you
know, the story is quite different with the K-3.  In fact, I am not aware of
any other radio offering two receivers with identical, outstanding
characteristics.  And of course, the company is just outstanding to deal
with.  Not only are their products cutting edge but they know how to treat
and deal with customers.  I think that will certainly ensure a long and
prosperous future for Elecraft.

Incidentally, I was a member of AF Mars for many years but finally resigned
about three years ago because of lack of activity on 1S1.  Since I was
discouraged from operating on nets with other modes, I just saw no reason to
continue the activity.

Bruce-W8FU and ex AFA1XD

---Original Message-----
From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ed Cienki
Sent: Saturday, December 11, 2010 12:43 PM
To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Raves about the K3

This is my first post to this reflector and would like to share some of my
observations.

First. I have a 4xxx series K3, built by Elecraft that is fully outfitted
and filtered running LP-Pan, an EMU-0202 and a MicroHam Station Master.

Second, I have been operating an IC-7700 for the past 2 yrs.

That being said I have run both rigs side-by-side into a IC-PW1 and Palstar
AT-Auto.

I must say that each radio has its own benefits and is outstanding to
operate, but here is where the K3 shines:

1. True dual VFO/dual receive;
2. Easy MARS modification (yes, I am a licensed AF MARS Operator);
3. IF out. LP-Pan and PowerSDR are outstanding;
4. ESSB - of course with the proper filtering being installed;
5. Tx Eq and Noise Gate - No out-board W2IHY EQ is needed (sorry Julius);
6. Light weight;
7. Unbelievable receive audio with the appropriate filtering; 
8. Menu flexibility;and
9. Easy updating of firmware.

Candidly, I still love and use the IC-7700, but more and more I am utilizing
the K3.  The K3 is an outstanding value and robust transceiver.

As a separate matter (a bit of a rant here), and for example having seen the
ARRL and Sherwood engineering reports regarding the FTDX-5000.  We as hams
are always in search of "nirvana".  While I have heard the issues regarding
the FTDX-5000 design that have not made the mainstream press, the issue here
is not to bash Yaesu, but to congratulate and thank Wayne and Eric for the
OUTSTANDING job, not only with the design and operation of the K3, but their
support of the user group to identify issues and improvements  and their
outstanding customer support when you call them for assistance. Kudos to
Elecraft.

Best, 73, Ed, N2EAC

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