[Elecraft] sub receiver

[Rick Bates]

Wayne, as usual, gave a concise answer.  

If you DX, it's a great tool to add BUT: you want to consider a P3 if you
don't already have one.  It's difficult to say which is better if you have a
limited budget and depends on if you're audible or visual oriented.

A sub-receiver for planning your DX 'attack' is very valuable.  With the P3,
you can SEE the pattern the DX station is using (moving up the split or
what?).  You essentially can hear two frequencies at the same time (to know
when to call the DX) plus see what you're not hearing.

If you don't DX, the added 'tools' may have little value.  If you use the JT
modes, a TCXO may be a valuable option.  If you simply ragchew, having the
P3 means you can nag your friends about their poor audio (it isn't too hard
to tell the KIY brands on the air, they don't have steep walls and tend to
be overdriven).

When you budget the second receiver, if you EVER plan on using diversity
reception, the filters should be the same in both receivers.  That adds a
bit more expense.

And since you have to take a few things out to install the second receiver
including the front panel (to be put back in of course), you might consider
what other options could be added at the same time.  It's only money ;o)

Best of luck,
Rick wa6nhc


-----Original Message-----
From: Alan Grant

I am a very happy owner of a K3 (whole system) but I did not order the sub
receiver, what am I missing out on

VK4KO