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[k6se@juno.com]

Mike, W4EF wrote:

"I am trying to figure out if an external pre-amp will offer any
advantage when used with the flag antennas my friend Bob and I are going
to install at the local club station."
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Virtually all users of Flags and Pennants without preamps have reported
the antenna as "dead" and were disappointed.  After adding adequate
preamplification, they reported "the antenna came to life" and were
happy.

Remember, a Flag has -30 dB "gain" on 160!

73, de Earl, K6SE


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