Topband: FT 1000MP MK5 on 160?

[W9zr@aol.com]

I am thinking about replacing my FT 1000D with a FT 1000MP MK5.  If anyone 
has performed some bench tests or on the air A/B tests comparing them, 
particularly on the low bands, I would appreciate your comments.  The added 
rx capabilities of the Mk 5 really look attractive.

I use the APF on the 1000D on 160 a lot and it has proven itself over and 
over again.  I noticed that the APF on the MK 5 has 4 preset levels rather 
than a variable pot.  This seems to me to be a giant step backwards but in 
practice does it perform as well?

Any comments would be appreciated!

73 Randy  W9ZR