[Amps] Choosing a first amp

[Rob & Terri Sherwood]

I have two TL-922As with all the Measures mods and Kessler QSK and bias 
mods .  They are stable now, work fine on semi-breakin, and put out 1200 
watts.  The down side is the output loading cap is under rated, so I 
tune up on low voltage, switch to high voltage and leave the tuning 
alone.  Otherwise I can arc over the load cap.  My older Alphas were 
work horses, but had no protection circuitry.  Bought my Alpha 99 used 
for $2500, and could not be happier.  Significantly easier to tune up 
than my 89.  All these amps were significantly cleaner than my IC-4KL 
that has found a new home.  If you can find a used 99, buy it and keep 
it forever.
73, Rob, NC0B


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>--- Brad Hedges <bhedges at nc.rr.com> wrote:
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>>Hello to all,
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>>I have decided to get a linear, and since I can't afford an Alpha 87 I'm
>>looking for used. What are some recommendations for a used tube-final amp,
>>KW or better; doesn't need to be full legal limit, but would take one; that
>>will work well, reliably, and easily with my new and don't-want-to-ruin-it
>>FT-1000?
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>>I am mostly thinking SB-220 or Ameritron 811H/80B, but other than referring
>>to the eHam reviews, what advice can you folks give me? I am interested in
>>DX and mid-level contesting. That is, not quite a complete weekend, but
>>about 24 hours of a 48 hour contest, 1000+ QSO's type of contesting.
>>
>>Thanks,
>>
>>Brad
>>K0BHC
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