[Elecraft] Digital modes on 144MHz only

[Wes]

The OP was talking about 144 MHz.  For weak signal work I can't imagine not 
using a mast-mounted preamp. Even with sub 1 dB NF devices (that we paid dearly 
for when I was on EME) located in the shack, line loss is a killer.

Wes  N7WS

On 7/4/2019 10:01 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
> In today's world, a mast-mounted preamp is a waste of effort for the vast 
> majority of hams because circuit noise in the receiver is rarely the 
> limitation on what we hear.