Kristinn,
First choice is a GOOD used Ft-1000MP. Make sure it has all of the
filters that you need. I agree with Tree that not only is the TS-570
to be avoided but anything new from Kenwood is to be avoided.
You may ask why. I paid nearly $4000 for a TS-950SDX which had
terrible
modulation on SSB and a rotten note on CW, but only after several
hours of contesting. Kenwood couldn't fix the problem. I even sent
a tape recording of the rotten signals.
After two years and five returns to the Kenwood factory, they told
me to go to Hell. I responded that I would go to ham conventions
and hand out papers describing accurately my experiences with
Kenwood support. They responded by sending me a USED TS-950SDX
with fewer filters than were in my broken SDX.
After that experience I will NEVER again buy anything with the
Kenwood name.
Good luck,
Bill K6KM
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> Hi, everyone:
>
> I need to replace my old TS-440S and am planning to purchase a good
> new/recent model transceiver in the $1000-$2000 range. My primary
> interests are:
>
> 1) CW
> 2) Contesting
> 3) Digital modes.
>
> I have not been following closely what is "in" lately, and I would
> appreciate suggestions on:
>
> - Which brand/model are preferred for the above (TS-570DG is one I´ve been
> considering)
> - Do you suggest any specific mods or accessories (my FoxTango Xtal filters
> in the old 440 worked wonders).
>
> Appreciate your feedback and I will summarize for the list.
>
> 73 - Kristinn, TF3KX
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