[UK-CONTEST] Expert 1K amp

[Bob Jones]

Alex

I had one for 2 weeks, after which the PA failed. It was put down to  
problems with static handling precautions at the factory but despite  
its rave reviews on eham I didn't really like the amp much. At  
anything like heavy use all the fans make a great deal of noise. I  
also has a membrane switch front panel so the feel of the switches  
isn't great. Finally, the QSK is done with conventional relays - a  
bit noisy and I can't believe that they will have a great operating  
life. I got my money back and bought an Acom 1000 - love it. Not the  
ideal contest amp if you need to switch bands a lot but romps along  
at full power and is very quiet - both in terms of the fan and the  
vacuum relay. Bigger of course, but for a base station I think it's  
the better bet, and better value.

73 Bob G3YIQ