[Elecraft] Confused about K3 to K3S Migration service

[Bill W4ZV]

NI0C wrote: 

"I guess what I really want (and can currently afford) is an upgraded K3, 
not a new K3S."

I think you're not alone Chuck.  I recently saw the invoice for my current
K3 S/N 4717 purchased in September 2010.  The K3/100 kit cost $1899.95 and I
added a KXV3A for $109.95.  I had many other options in an older unit (S/N
21XX) and had decided I'd rather roll to a new K3 than do the DSP upgrade
myself.  I uninstalled all the filters, KRX3, KDVR3, KAT3; put them in the
new unit and then sold the older 21XX unit bare bones (KXV3 plus CW filter).

I've since added two KSYN3As and am very happy with the resulting rig.  I
never felt the need for the preamp, USB or 630m capabilities.  I think
Elecraft may have hurt themselves by letting the basic K3S cost escalate
above other options like the IC-7300, Kenwood 590 and Flex 6300 and hence
we're seeing the recent shipping/bundling/upgrade deals.  I wonder if they
should have continued offering the original K3 for those who may not have
wanted all of the features bundled into the K3S base price?  A used K3 is a
very viable option since these are available for around $1500 +/- options,
although I'd definitely want one above ~3626 to get the new DSP.

73,  Bill  W4ZV





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