[Elecraft] Unhappy With Your KX3?

[Andrew Moore]

The KX3 as a "base station" doesn't mean it's as good as a K3 for heavy
duty contesting etc., but rather, it can serve that role.

When the modules are available, hang a 100 watt amp or 2 meter capability
on it, hook up your favorite paddle and external amplified speakers, a
computer and panadapter display, etc. The add-ons and extra wires shouldn't
matter, since it's sitting in a shack, not being portable.

So far, seems like a K3 would fit the role better.

But now... disconnect things and take it portable. Won't work so well with
the K3.

I enjoy the KX3 for what it is, not for what it isn't, and I think Elecraft
has been fair in their descriptions.

Since mine arrived, it's been my base station rig, and I'm using the
built-in speaker and built-in paddles, and loving it.

--Andrew, NV1B
Maineware.net
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> So where did Elecraft market the KX3 as a base station radio? Well, it was
> mentioned several times here and on the KX3 mailing lists by Eric and Wayne
> themselves during the last 15 month' since introducing the radio. That was
> one of the reasons why I bought my KX3 as I wanted K3-like performance in a
> small package as the KX3 is that can be used portable but also be used at
> home with big antennas, i.e. in contests.