[CQ-Contest] Advice on CW/contest rig for $1000-$2000?

[Ken K7ZUM]

 >  > - Which brand/model are preferred for the above (TS-570DG is
one I´ve been
 >  > considering)
 >
 > The TS-570DG is a terrible radio for contesting.  From what I
understand,
 > it can't transmit and talk to a computer at the same time.
Kenwood
 > has been unwilling to admit there is a problem, and therefore
we have
 > no idea if it has been fixed.
 >
 > Avoid this radio at all costs.
 >
 > 73 Tree N6TR

    I'll have to agree with Tree, I purchased one 3 years ago to
take to St. Martien for c.q.w.w.,  I brought it back and have not
used it since ! is alright for casual use, but not serious
contesting !

73.... Ken... K7ZUM...... FS/K7ZUM... PJ7/K7ZUM


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