Hi, Group, Those of you who enjoy SWLing and have considered purchasing the KX3 might want to check out my review of the KX3 as a SW receiver (spoiler: I like it!): http://swling.com/blog/2013/07/a-review-of-the-elecraft-kx3-a-world-class-transceiver-superb-shortwave-receiver/ 72, Thomas K4SWL http://QRPer.com "Less is more!"