[W2CRA] alinco mikes

[WB2AZE]

Bill, it wasn't a problem when it was brand new, out
of the box.  The mikes died in a few months of
operation!!!  They are not built well, and cannot
handle day to day operation.

Now I went thru 3 mikes for my wifes DR-135T, (the 2
meter version) including the original one! The radio
itself only cost  $159.  
replacement microphones cost $50 each and had to be
special ordered as the dealers didn't stock them, so I
have had to purchase $150 of mikes for that radio.  I
am not buying another mike for that radio!!!!

dave


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> > Date: Sun, 17 Jul 2005 09:53:32 -0700 (PDT)
> > From: WB2AZE <wb2aze at yahoo.com>
> > Subject: [W2CRA] re alinco 220 radios
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> > FYI, the Alinco radios are notorious for having
> bad
> > mikes.  I have had to replace 2 of them so far
> within
> > a year.  The mikes are not able to handle day to
> day
> > operation.... If you are going to buy this radio,
> then
> > do yourself a favor and order a 2nd mike with
> it...
> 
> I agree.
> 
> Out of 4 Alincos, I got one with a bad mic.
> 
> As with ANY new radio, I strongly suggest that ALL
> accessories be tested as soon as it comes out of the
> box!
> 
> Bill - WB1GOT
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WB2AZE David R. Kanitra
ARECC Level I,II,III
ARRL ARES District Emergency Coordinator for
Hunterdon County, NJ

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