Hi Al -
For my 2 cents - the RX-320 is not a bad way to go despite the need for a
"front panel".
They can be purchased new or used at a reasonable cost, have good general
performance, and
depending on the demands of your application, a low cost or used Palm Pilot can
serve as the "front
panel".
73 - Steve N8KOM
On Tue, 4 Apr 2006 07:08:19 -0500, Al Gulseth wrote
> OK folks,
>
> I need some input here. I'm looking for a reasonably priced general
> coverage rig (either receiver or transceiver). The intended uses
> would include both SW BC and ham band listening, with good CW
> performance a must. Also, the XYL is a KC Royals fan (with no local
> affiliates -- all the stations are "secondary coverage" situations),
> so good performance on the AM BC band would be a plus. I would also
> prefer "user-serviceable" solid state (i.e., no surface mount).
>
> In looking at the possibilities, I have come up with the following
> list among the Ten-Tec offerings: a few other alternatives I am
> considering are listed at the end. Your comments/suggestions
> concerning my assessment of these is requested (list is in
> alphabetical order):
>
> Argonaut V: positives: compact size, good performance based on
> reviews. Drawbacks: not easily user serviceable, stretches the
> budgeted range.
>
> Delta II: positives: reasonably compact size, fits target price
> range, good performance from my contact with one some time back.
> Drawbacks: lack of availability?
>
> Paragon: positives: excellent performer based on "hands-on"
> experience, good availability (several currently listed for sale in
> various places). Drawbacks: larger footprint, stretches the budgeted
> range.
>
> RX-320: positives: excellent performer according to reviews, small footprint.
> Drawbacks: not stand alone (requires control computer of some sort
> or 3rd party "front panel" at extra cost).
>
> SP-325: positives: excellent performer, reasonably priced.
> Drawbacks: limited availability, possible service issues due to
> obsolete parts, large footprint.
>
> T-kit 1254: positives: small footprint, well within budget range.
> Drawbacks: not as versatile in filtering etc.
>
> Other possibilities outside the TT product line I am considering
> include the Drake SSR-1 or SW series and possibly some of the Ickesu
> (AKA Yaecomwood) offerings.
>
> Any comments or suggestions?
>
> --
> TNX/73, Al
>
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