[Elecraft] Augment KX3 or buy K3?

[Mark Tannert]

Four months ago or so I sold my KX3/KXPA100 combination to purchase a used
K3/100. There were a couple of factors. First of all, I had used my KX3 kit
for NPOTA extensively, and I was done with that operation. Second, I had
purchased an IC-706Mk2G and installed it mobile, permanently. Third, I
wanted to install various accessories to operate contests that simply were
not compatible with the KX3.

I wanted to use N1MM+ software to run FSK RTTY. I wanted to be able to swap
between digital and phone operation without having to unplug and re-plug. I
wanted to use a MicroHam microKeyer, which wasn't compatible with the KX3.
Finally, I wanted a smaller desktop package for home station operation and
a cleaner permanent install. I also didn't want to daisy chain amplifiers
to go > 100w (KX3 to KXPA100 to QRO amp).

In short, my operating style changed and thus my equipment did to. The fact
is that there are some accessories and software which are just not
compatible with the KX3. And while it may be possible rig up something and
'make it work', I'd rather just use gear that works as intended.

Still 100% Elecraft, though!

- WN8U