[Elecraft] Elecraft and Ten Tec

[Richard Fjeld]

Roger,

I went through the same decision process as you a few years ago.  I had a Ten-Tec at the time. I bought my K3 kit sight unseen.

As for the radio, I can't imagine anything better that my ears would notice. (I use a CM500 headset/boom mike.)  I bought the 8-pole filters to give it the steepest skirts.  I bought a few extras, but I did not stuff it full.  I find the K3 QSK is excellent if you are wondering.  Pretty much, everything about CW is user tailored.  The CWT feature is great. 

I find operating conveniences are excellent. The chassis size has been fine for me.

As for the menu question, it gives me no trouble, and using a menu is seldom needed. IMHO, the menu system is easy to use, and affords versatility to the radio.

Your decision should include the future possibility of adding a P3 pan adapter.  It adds flexibility and control to operating. Even if you only ragchew, it will show interference on the band and is a valuable aid for trouble shooting. 

All things are relative. I recommend you consider your vision if your plans are to build a kit.

Dick, n0ce

  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Rip R 
  To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net 
  Sent: Saturday, June 22, 2013 6:30 PM
  Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft and Ten Tec


  It is time for a new rig; actually my first "new" rig in many years since I
  typically buy a used rig from someone.
  I own both Elecraft and Ten Tec; K-1 and Omni 6 among others. The choice I
  am working on now is that of
  either the K-3 or the Eagle. The K-3 with one filter for CW will be more
  expensive than the Eagle with one filter (not by much)
  and of course the Eagle is not a kit. I operate mostly CW for rag chew,
  occasional contest, and DX. I do not
  think that I need all the options shown on the Elecraft website order form.
  I have never seen a K-3 up close,
  but I am concerned about the menu that some say takes a lot of getting used
  to. So several questions: is the menu
  concern not really an issue (?) or is it ; do I need anything else in the
  way of options (I have a good ATU) (?); and does
  the physical size of the control face pose a problem in your opinion.
  Please feel free to reply directly offline since
  I am sure the list has heard these questions many times. I would like to
  hear from you. 73s Roger  W7RIP
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