[Elecraft] Experiences with my KX3, #620

[David F. Reed]

I have had my KX3 for 3 days now, and have formed some initial 
impressions I thought I would share.

I ordered the filters, paddle, and battery charger options (the BC was 
back-ordered as expected).

The manual is complete and helpful.  I found many functions to be 
similar to what the K3 has; the layout is somewhat different, but very 
functional.

My initial tests were on a 40M folded dipole, 12 feet above the ground. 
Not my usual Quad, as I wanted to simulate portable operation.

I loaded Energized Lithium batteries as that what what I had on hand.

My first contact was on 6 M; a local ham; now for some HF SSB...

I managed to work several of the 13 colonies special events stations, 
and VP2VQ, and then checked into the Elecraft net.

I found that if I turned off the preamp, and they were strong then they 
would hear me well.

I have to admit, its a fine piece of gear, well worth the wait and I am 
addicted.  CW awaits now that I have adjusted the paddle to my taste.

Thanks Elecraft, you have done a fine job - keep it up; may you enjoy 
the success you so richly deserve.

Best 73 de Dave, W5SV