[Kenwood] RE: best all round rig

[Larry Phipps]

I think I misunderstood the question. I thought you were posting to the 
remote-base group, and my answer of TS480S was based on that. As far as 
a good all around rig for home use, I would not recommend TS850S. Mine 
was great for 10 years, then started developing problems that were hard 
to fix due to the design and layout.

I still like Kenwood, but if I were buying a current model main rig for 
use that includes DXing, it would be an IC756PROIII. For older rigs, an 
earlier '756 or a TS950S would be a good choice. I assume from the list 
of reflectors you posted to that you are not considering TenTec, which 
makes some very nice performing rigs.

Larry N8LP



Rob Atkinson wrote:

> No such thing.  Your question is like asking, "What's the best boat?"
>
> If you want to stay submerged for 6 months a nuclear powered submarine 
> is best.  If you want to launch and land airplanes, an aircraft 
> carrier is best, if you want to move freight on a river a barge tow is 
> best and on and on....
> Same with rigs--there is no one rig that does everything best.   BTW, 
> you did not say what mode or which modes you want to operate.
>
> 73,
>
> rob / k5uj
>
>
> On Thursday, February 9, 2006, at 10:47 PM, Hart wrote:
>
>> In your opinion what is the best all round [base] radio for both dx 
>> and local rag chewing.
>>
>> Thanks
>>
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