[Amps] Amp Pricing(??)

[Ozzie Oz]

Hello everyone. I'll just cut to the chase. The itch is back to return to
radio after only 5 years, and began researching prices for equipment. Yea,
I'll admit there was a "gasp". But the real sticker shock hit when I saw
the prices for amplifiers. What happened?? I'm still amazed to see the
price for a new AL-811 is $1400!! (Not even going to dare mentioning any of
the other Ameritron amps...lol.) So...umm...(again)...what happened? Are
there no other options for operators that want a small foot print 600W??

Maybe I should've taken the time to pay attention to those who tried to
guide me down the road of "home-brewing".



Ozzie, N2QN