[Amps] Intro and a query - which amp?

[Gary McAdams]

Steve,

I just went through the same process. While the AL-1200 and 1500 are 
good amps, the entry price is a bit too steep.

Have you looked at the AL-82?

After much consideration, I went with the AL-82, and so far, admittedly 
only a month or so into it, the AL-82 does what I need it to do. About 
1500 watts out on most bands some more, some less, when driven with my 
Pro-III. Easier and cheaper to replace 3-500ZG's in case you manage to 
blow a tube. No worries about overdrive. Easy tuning. Low noise from the 
blower...

Many reasons to go with the -82 plus its closer to your bucget.

73 Gary


Steve Hanlon wrote:
> A quick intro - been a ham since 2003, upgraded to General in 2004, and 
> then to Extra in 2006.  i currently have a 30L1. 
>
> i push the 30L1 too hard in contests and want to move to an amp that is 
> better suited to a contest environment.  i have been looking at the 
> Alpha 76, and Alpha 78 as possible options, but the price of the "rare" 
> tubes makes me nervous as does availability (or lack thereof) for spare 
> parts.  some suggested options are the Ten Tec 425, Drake L4B, Heathkit 
> SB-220(221), Commander HF-2500, or an AL1200.
>
> I have been told to be weary of the Ten Tec and the AL1200, the L4B 
> isn't up to the challenge of running past 1200w for extend periods, and 
> the SB-220 won't run past 1300 without some stress to the tubes and 
> power supply.
>
> Looking for some guidance for my $1500.00 or so budget.
>
> I will be driving it with an Icom 756PROII.
>
> -Steve, WM3O
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