>> That's a lot of money for a schematic and parts list.
>
>well, yes, it's a lot for a schematic and parts list. but remember,
>they are in the business of bulding these things and trying to sell
>them at a viable profit. having spent *many* hours doing the
>designing and testing of a few amplifiers over the years, i think i'd
>be hesitant to part with the "recipe" which had taken me so long to
>develop. there's a distinct difference between ham-to-ham sharing
>with no commercial interest, and what is supposed to be a
>money-making operation. another example: if i write a clever computer
>program and offer it for sale, then i don't also give the source code
>away (or even sell it for $50.)
>
>the bottom line here is, these folks are trying to make money.
>
>i, for one, don't begrudge them their trying to protect their
>"intellectual property."
>
>just my opinior. others graciously respected.
>
>73,
>k6gt
I recently purchased the 8K Ultra book from Ted @ $25.
(((73)))
Phil G4ZOW/M
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