[Elecraft] Musings on a K4

[Nate Bargmann]

* On 2011 25 Jul 20:36 -0500, David Dietrich wrote:
> I know that many would want to see a "do everything" K4.  However, something like that could price it beyond the reach of most. Also, keeping a rig strictly HF keeps things simple and does not compromise performance. 

I'm now of the opposite opinion.  Should there ever be a K4 I would hope
for a 2m/70cm rig with the ability to choose modules of 222 MHz, 1.2
GHz, etc. with comparable specs to the K3 and full duplex capable for
satellite work.  Elecraft has HF through 6m covered (yes, I'm aware of
the 2m module which is a "bridge" between the Hfer who wants VHF
capability in the K3 and the hard core denizen of the upper spectrum who
would go for the K4), IMO, especially with the KX3 entering the pipeline
soon.  It's time for a superb rig for the upper part of the spectrum.

73, de Nate >>

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