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Transceiver recomendations
I am in the process of replacing the radio equipment that I lost in the fire earlier this year. I have a Yaesu FT-980 HF transceiver, but what I am looking for now is recommendations on a not wildly expensive VHF/UHF all mode base radio. I would like to have a tone board for repeater use. I also need to find things like antenna tuners and possibly a power supply. Also if you have any input on a replacement handheld dual band radio. I have been looking at the Yaesu FT-65, but would look at others. Mainly looking at Yaesu, Kenwood, or Icom equipment.
Thanks, BIll |
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The Yaesu 991 is a great all-in-one transceiver. HF, 2, 6, and 440 bands that will do all modes (including Yaesu Fusion digital) and a built-in antenna tuner. I know guys with that rig, and they love them.
If you want to do 2 meters and 440 separate, save money with the Yaesu 450D. I've got that one, and it's been great. All mode HF and 6 meters with a built-in tuner. |
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I've been thinking about a Yaesu FTDX1200, which are on sale for $1039. I've heard several on the air, and all the guys I've talked to that have them love them. |
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Kenwood TS-790a.... Icom IC-910H. Oh you said "not wildly expensive". Good luck on that!
What is "expensive"? I doubt you can find a dual band all-mode base radio under $500. I own an Icom IC-706 Mk IIG which of course is HF too, but its main purpose is an all-mode VHF-UHF radio. For HF I have an Icom IC-765. |
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Expensive meaning I am not looking at $1000 and up radios. $400 to $700 maybe.
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I am not looking for HF, only VHF/UHF. I already have HF covered.
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I have been looking at Yaesu FT736, Kenwood TS790a, and Icom IC910h.
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Well problem solved. I passed my extra exam last Saturday at the Huntsville Hamfest, and promptly purchased a new Icom 7100. I also bought a new handheld Yaesu FT60r. Got to celebrate somehow. Actually the 7100 with a $200 mail in rebate was only $750 which made it a no brainer. A used VHF/UHF rig was going to cost $600 or more. So even if I do not use the HF it is still a good deal for what I want to do. If I like the HF as well, I may sell the FT980, or keep it as a back up rig.
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