Topband: Which compromise receiving antenna

[Richard (Rick) Karlquist]

On 11/6/2018 10:46 AM, donovanf at starpower.net wrote:

> Could you install two or three short verticals over a total length of
> 120 feet? The YCCC three element array is a superb choice if you
> can. The Hi-Z arrays are also worthy of consideration.
> 
> 
> https://static.dxengineering.com/global/images/instructions/dxe-yccc-3inline.pdf
> 
> 
> 73
> Frank
> W3LPL

I am puzzled by the choice of the AD8055 for the amplifier.
It seems to be unprepared for strong BCB signals.  Has
anyone successfully used this near a BCB station?  I am
6 miles from a 50 kW station.  It seems to me there are
much better amplifiers available.  Or why not a FET follower?

Rick N6RK