[Elecraft] Elecraft Linear

[Dennis W0JX]

I am waiting for the right solid state linear to make the move away from tube amps. Here is a list of features I would like to have in order of importance:

1.) Power - at least 1200 watts out. I use an 40 year old SB-220 almost every day 80-10 for DXing. That power level is adequate for 80 meter DXing. I 
     have separate amps for 160 and 6 but would like to see a 160-6 meter solid state amp. It does not need full power for RTTY as I usually run my 
     amps at reduced power in that mode;

2.) Quiet - Fan and blower noise is a major distraction;

3.) SWR tolerance - up to 1.75 or 2 to 1 without an external tuner;

4.) Auto band switching - follow the rig;

5.) Remote control head and remote control ability;

6.) QSK - relatively unimportant, I use a foot switch;

7.) Price - competitive - I would rather buy American and spend my money for US equipment.

73 Dennis W0JX