[Elecraft] K2: maximizing RF output, upping audio output.

[Fred Jensen]

On 9/26/2013 5:55 AM, Allan Taylor wrote:

> Yes, I know this amounts
> to only a dB or two. But it can be the edge needed in very marginal
> conditions.

Sounds like quite a bit of effort for 1.155dB.
>
> Second issue. The K2 has always been on the low side for RX audio.

Same problem for me and on KX1 too.  I found a little AF distribution 
amp at RS, plugs into the headfone jack and has 3 outputs.  Runs on a 
couple of AA batteries, seemingly forever.  Seems to have about 15dB of 
gain.  I also found some RS ear buds that say "Koss" on them and they're 
noticeably more sensitive.  The combo doesn't really fix it for me 
[nearly deaf], but it sure helps.

73,

Fred K6DGW
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