[Elecraft] [K2] Amplifier suggestions?

Barry N1EU barry.n1eu at gmail.com
Tue Jan 19 14:29:27 EST 2010



W0FK wrote:
> 
> I haven't operated an Acom, but note that it uses 4cx800's (as do a few
> other companies). Those have been discontinued, and not having a future
> source of tubes could be a concern. That's why Alpha switched the tube in
> its 8400 from 4cx800's to a 4cx1000's (new model is an 8410). 
> 

Perhaps the most overblown non-issue I can recall in the past year, debated
to death on the Acom reflector.  Bottom line: NOS tubes are still readily
available for $150 on eBay.  If I were buying a new amp today, I wouldn't
hesitate to go with 4cx800's.  

73,
Barry N1EU

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