[Elecraft] K3S vs K3 - upgradability

[Edward R Cole]

There are times that I am glad that I am four hours behind the East 
Coast (and Dayton).

I've read the two links and see the upgrades the K3S has.  Here I 
list them and show which I am likely to update on my 2010 K3 (ser 4043):
1. Ultra-low noise synth.  Boards obtainable for upgrading the K3 - 
I'll do this (for both Rx).
2. Second Preamp - I have a 6m preamp so not sure I will get the 
external PR6-10 - but maybe.
3. Multiple Atten Levels - not necessary for me.
4. USB/RS232 ports - I will not upgrade this.  I am not fond of RJ45 
connectors and current RS232 is fine.
   Internal soundcard probably will not suit my use - I like having 
the direct audio lines in/out.
5. KAT3 - not installed - no plan to do it now - I would like a two 
antenna selectable system - but not end of world.
6. Redesigned speaker amp - probably not - cost factor of replacing 
two DSP boards.
7. Fast T/R - I only do 15wpm - understand this is part of the synth upgrade.
8. Extended RX with modified KBPF3A - I understood a kit was 
available for to DIY - I will get a kit
9. Enhanced Look/Feel - maybe the soft touch VFO knob - not an 
important thing for me.

So doesn't seem to leave me behind in upgrading my K3 on those things 
that are important to me.  With the improved boards that Elecraft has 
recently released, the S version radio makes sense.  I like that they 
offer upgrades for those who have the original radio so the 
obsolescence is caused.

73, Ed - KL7UW
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