[CQ-Contest] radio recommendations

[Tim Duffy K3LR]

I have owned lots of contest radios in the past 30 years, including the TS-830, TS-930 series. I do not think these radios represent the best value for the $ invested.
The TS-930S is not computer controllable without a substantial modification.

I feel one of the very best bargains in high performance (great receiver performance) contest/dx radios is the Icom IC-765. Take a look at Rob Sherwood's receiver test
page and also look at the  765 QST review. A few of the well documented 765 mods are recommended. The Icom service and parts people have always been VERY helpful.  The
Icom reflector on qth.net is super! The 765 is a tremendous value used at less than $900.00.

Having had recent bad experiences with other high end radio manufactures, the K3LR station is 100% Icom with IC-781s and IC-765s.

73!
Tim K3LR

http://www.k3lr.com


"Didonna, Richard" wrote:

> Wow...TS-830S.  Tube rigs are quickly becoming a thing of the past.
>
> I always was very comfortable with the TS-930S with CW filters and the auto tuner.  Excellent performing radio and readily available for less than $1000 these days.
>
> Rich KI6ZH/4
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: cq-contest-bounces at contesting.com
> [mailto:cq-contest-bounces at contesting.com]On Behalf Of Robert Katz
> Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2004 11:08 AM
> To: cq-contest at contesting.com
> Subject: [CQ-Contest] radio recommendations
>
> I am looking to upgrade my radio for contesting from the TS-830S I
> currently have.  Most important to me right now is a receiver that
> will hold its own around strong signals, although there are probably
> other factors I should consider too.
>
> I have a budget of around $1000, so I'll be looking for used rigs.
> What radio would you recommend, and why?  What criteria should I use
> in deciding on a radio?
>
> 73,
>
>     Rob, KA1ARB
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> Rob Katz, Director
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