Perhaps the reason you did not get a lot of replies is, the just isn't a
huge amount of performance difference.
A lot of people here sold their Omni VI(+) to buy and Eagle and I have yet
to hear anyone say they regret it.
I will take a shot at it, just passing on my ideas in no particular order.
THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE IS REAL-ESTATE AND WEIGHT. IF YOU TRAVEL WITH THESE,
it makes a huge difference.
PLUS FOR THE EAGLE:
> Size (if real-estate is an issue)
> Easy to operate, even the menus are better than on the 6+.
> Slightly better RX, unless you had the INRAD Roofing filter in the 6+
> Computer integration (USB instead of Serial)
> More software available for it (ie contest software, N4PY, etc.)
> GC receiver (if you like that sort of thing)
> Many steps in the bandwidth (though I don't think that is so important
> My gut feeling is, it has steeper filter slopes when working SSB. I
haven't seen any measurements on this On CW with 2x250Hz on the 6+, it's
about as good as the Eagle, though the Eagle offers even narrower filters.
> Probably 10 or more years newer so it should live longer
> Stays cooler during contests
PLUS FOR THE OMNI VI+:
> SIZE (if you prefer larger radios with larger knobs)
> Much better S-Meter
> Band stacking registers
> Simple and effective xtal filter scheme
> Manual Notch Filter
> Easier to work Split
> Dedicated RIT and much easier to use
> Better AGC for dealing with very short pulse noises, such as an electric
fence pulse. If you have a strong, short pulse, the Eagle AGC will pump and
it can be disturbing,,,,unless you simply turn down the RF gain a bit.
That's about all I can think of.
I don't think you would ever hear a signal on one that you would not hear on
the other.
I envy the boys who can afford both.
I made my choice. Eagle.
73
Rick, DJ0IP
-----Original Message-----
From: tentec-bounces@contesting.com [mailto:tentec-bounces@contesting.com]
On Behalf Of Dave Edwards
Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2012 6:35 PM
To: Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment
Subject: [TenTec] Eagle vs. ???
Can anyone tell me their thoughts on how the new Eagle compares to an older
Omni 6+ ?
I have my thoughts, but would like to see if anyone concurs.
Actually...I'm thinking of letting go of my old workhorse...the Yaesu 1000D.
It's nice, but getting a bit long in the tooth!!!
What I'm wondering is if the Eagle simply blows the Omni VI+ off the map in
any particular areas....or perhaps the truth is the other way around??
Thanks in advance!
....Dave
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