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Don Wilhelm-4

Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Jer,

The information I have is that it is indeed manufactured in California.
Components (jacks, switches, etc.) are sourced worldwide.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 9/14/2015 1:38 PM, [hidden email] wrote:

> I guess I shouldn't have assumed anything but I did..
>
>
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> Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 12:03 PM
> To: [hidden email]; 'Bob McGraw - K4TAX'; 'Wayne Burdick'; 'Elecraft Reflector'
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> Jerry's (AE4PB) post and others suggest new speaker is actually made in the USA. Is that true??
> Mike AC5P
>
>

Cliff Frescura

Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

In reply to this post by ae4pb

I don't know where it is made, but I was able to see one in the flesh at
HamCon this past weekend and it has a solid feel and weight to it (in
addition to sounding great too). Seems like a no brainer addition to me.

One wish would be to have the headphone jack on the speaker and use the
input switch (as an output switch) to switch between headphone and speaker,
so that the headphones can stay plugged in (I modified my SP-940 to work
this way)

73,

Cliff K3LL/6

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Burdick'; 'Elecraft Reflector'
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

I guess I shouldn't have assumed anything but I did..

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Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 12:03 PM
To: [hidden email]; 'Bob McGraw - K4TAX'; 'Wayne Burdick'; 'Elecraft
Reflector'
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Jerry's (AE4PB) post and others suggest new speaker is actually made in the
USA. Is that true??
Mike AC5P

On Monday, September 14, 2015 10:34 AM, "[hidden email]"
<[hidden email]> wrote:

I believe when you consider the engineering reputation of Elecraft and
economies of scale for the manufacture of the SP3 several expectations
arise:
1. This is likely a very well-engineered component that's not easily
replaced by a similar sized speaker.
2. Performance of the speaker exceeds similarly priced speakers (and
definitely less expensive ones to a degree).
3. There is NOT likely a premium baked in to the price for the Elecraft name
due to the economies of scale (low quantity manufacture generally means
higher costs, thus higher price). Translation - the price isn't just for the
name.

At the end of the day consider the labor costs plus parts are likely fairly
high if they are US manufactured.

The US consumer is the sole reason most US manufacturing has gone overseas
(especially China). Buy cheap, get cheap.

So it comes down to a question of quality vs "good enough" vs "price"

I can only speak for myself in saying that it means something to have a
matching set rather than a hodgepodge.
I do compromise and use what I have to be able to get the job done UNTIL
I've saved enough for the next piece.

Personally the SP3 is last on my list because most if not all of my
operating will be with headphones.
The point here is that it's on my list :)

Jerry Moore
AE4PB, K3S SN# Arrives Wed.

-----Original Message-----
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McGraw - K4TAX
Sent: Sunday, September 13, 2015 3:28 PM
To: Wayne Burdick; Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

New products are always welcome. I look forward to "hearing them" at maybe
one of the next ham fests. I like the fact the SP3 uses an oval speaker.
I've never figured out exactly why, but I find ovals typically do sound
better than rounds, but maybe it seems to be only in my findings.

As a comment, I prefer non-amplified speakers as this avoids the potential
RFI issues when used with the radio. The model that I mentioned and use has
a slight tilt to the bottom which aligns the front with the K3S with its
front elevated by the stand.

I also find the audio system in the K3S to be really nice, specially the
2 channel effect using the AFX feature along with a stereo speaker
configuration. This give a nice wide spatial effect to which I find very
pleasing. Thanks Wayne and company for doing a fine job with the K3S and
its new features.

73
Bob, K4TAX
K3S s/n 10,163

On 9/13/2015 2:09 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> The K3 or K3S will work with a wide range of speakers, including the
> ones
Bob (K4TAX) mentioned.

>
> Here are some possible reasons for using an SP3:
>
> - matches the K-Line perfectly, including a rugged fold-up tilt stand
> - full stereo A/B source selection, supporting dual-rig and
> dual-speaker configurations (or both)
> - plenty of room inside the cabinet for built-ins that might improve
> station integration
>
> Of course these factors don't apply to everyone. But the good news is
> that we will no longer have to say "maybe next year" every time
> someone asks us to add a matching speaker to the product line :)
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
> Bob McGraw - K4TAX <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
>> I use a pair of "off the shelf" brand speakers which have 2" x 4"
>> ovals

in a nice efficient solid enclosure that is 5" deep....
>
>
>
>
>

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Jim Low man

Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

In reply to this post by Mike Maloney

I'll leave that question to Eric, but in his presentation on Saturday he
did go into detail about the *American* firms that Elecraft uses when
outsourcing is necessary.

73 de Jim - AD6CW

On 9/14/2015 9:02 AM, [hidden email] wrote:
> Jerry's (AE4PB) post and others suggest new speaker is actually made in the USA. Is that true??
> Mike AC5P
>
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Brian Broggie-2

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Did the boys at HamCon quote a price for the speaker?

73,
Brian, W6FVI

On 9/14/2015 11:51 AM, Cliff Frescura wrote:

> I don't know where it is made, but I was able to see one in the flesh at
> HamCon this past weekend and it has a solid feel and weight to it (in
> addition to sounding great too). Seems like a no brainer addition to me.
>
> One wish would be to have the headphone jack on the speaker and use the
> input switch (as an output switch) to switch between headphone and speaker,
> so that the headphones can stay plugged in (I modified my SP-940 to work
> this way)
>
> 73,
>
> Cliff K3LL/6
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
> [hidden email]
> Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 10:39 AM
> To: [hidden email]; [hidden email]; 'Bob McGraw - K4TAX'; 'Wayne
> Burdick'; 'Elecraft Reflector'
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> I guess I shouldn't have assumed anything but I did..
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
> [hidden email]
> Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 12:03 PM
> To: [hidden email]; 'Bob McGraw - K4TAX'; 'Wayne Burdick'; 'Elecraft
> Reflector'
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> Jerry's (AE4PB) post and others suggest new speaker is actually made in the
> USA. Is that true??
> Mike AC5P
>
>
> On Monday, September 14, 2015 10:34 AM, "[hidden email]"
> <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
>
> I believe when you consider the engineering reputation of Elecraft and
> economies of scale for the manufacture of the SP3 several expectations
> arise:
> 1. This is likely a very well-engineered component that's not easily
> replaced by a similar sized speaker.
> 2. Performance of the speaker exceeds similarly priced speakers (and
> definitely less expensive ones to a degree).
> 3. There is NOT likely a premium baked in to the price for the Elecraft name
> due to the economies of scale (low quantity manufacture generally means
> higher costs, thus higher price). Translation - the price isn't just for the
> name.
>
> At the end of the day consider the labor costs plus parts are likely fairly
> high if they are US manufactured.
>
> The US consumer is the sole reason most US manufacturing has gone overseas
> (especially China). Buy cheap, get cheap.
>
> So it comes down to a question of quality vs "good enough" vs "price"
>
> I can only speak for myself in saying that it means something to have a
> matching set rather than a hodgepodge.
> I do compromise and use what I have to be able to get the job done UNTIL
> I've saved enough for the next piece.
>
> Personally the SP3 is last on my list because most if not all of my
> operating will be with headphones.
> The point here is that it's on my list :)
>
>
>
> Jerry Moore
> AE4PB, K3S SN# Arrives Wed.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Bob
> McGraw - K4TAX
> Sent: Sunday, September 13, 2015 3:28 PM
> To: Wayne Burdick; Elecraft Reflector
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> New products are always welcome. I look forward to "hearing them" at maybe
> one of the next ham fests. I like the fact the SP3 uses an oval speaker.
> I've never figured out exactly why, but I find ovals typically do sound
> better than rounds, but maybe it seems to be only in my findings.
>
> As a comment, I prefer non-amplified speakers as this avoids the potential
> RFI issues when used with the radio. The model that I mentioned and use has
> a slight tilt to the bottom which aligns the front with the K3S with its
> front elevated by the stand.
>
> I also find the audio system in the K3S to be really nice, specially the
> 2 channel effect using the AFX feature along with a stereo speaker
> configuration. This give a nice wide spatial effect to which I find very
> pleasing. Thanks Wayne and company for doing a fine job with the K3S and
> its new features.
>
> 73
> Bob, K4TAX
> K3S s/n 10,163
>
> On 9/13/2015 2:09 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
>> Hi all,
>>
>> The K3 or K3S will work with a wide range of speakers, including the
>> ones
> Bob (K4TAX) mentioned.
>> Here are some possible reasons for using an SP3:
>>
>> - matches the K-Line perfectly, including a rugged fold-up tilt stand
>> - full stereo A/B source selection, supporting dual-rig and
>> dual-speaker configurations (or both)
>> - plenty of room inside the cabinet for built-ins that might improve
>> station integration
>>
>> Of course these factors don't apply to everyone. But the good news is
>> that we will no longer have to say "maybe next year" every time
>> someone asks us to add a matching speaker to the product line :)
>>
>> 73,
>> Wayne
>> N6KR
>>
>>
>> Bob McGraw - K4TAX <[hidden email]> wrote:
>>
>>> I use a pair of "off the shelf" brand speakers which have 2" x 4"
>>> ovals
> in a nice efficient solid enclosure that is 5" deep....
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
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Cliff Frescura

Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Didn't ask. But the web site lists the SP3 at $179

-----Original Message-----
From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Brian
& Cyndi
Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 1:06 PM
To: [hidden email]
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Did the boys at HamCon quote a price for the speaker?

73,
Brian, W6FVI

On 9/14/2015 11:51 AM, Cliff Frescura wrote:
> I don't know where it is made, but I was able to see one in the flesh
> at HamCon this past weekend and it has a solid feel and weight to it
> (in addition to sounding great too). Seems like a no brainer addition to
me.

>
> One wish would be to have the headphone jack on the speaker and use
> the input switch (as an output switch) to switch between headphone and
> speaker, so that the headphones can stay plugged in (I modified my
> SP-940 to work this way)
>
> 73,
>
> Cliff K3LL/6
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
> [hidden email]
> Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 10:39 AM
> To: [hidden email]; [hidden email]; 'Bob McGraw - K4TAX';
> 'Wayne Burdick'; 'Elecraft Reflector'
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> I guess I shouldn't have assumed anything but I did..
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
> [hidden email]
> Sent: Monday, September 14, 2015 12:03 PM
> To: [hidden email]; 'Bob McGraw - K4TAX'; 'Wayne Burdick';
> 'Elecraft Reflector'
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> Jerry's (AE4PB) post and others suggest new speaker is actually made
> in the USA. Is that true??
> Mike AC5P
>
>
> On Monday, September 14, 2015 10:34 AM, "[hidden email]"
> <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
>
> I believe when you consider the engineering reputation of Elecraft
> and economies of scale for the manufacture of the SP3 several
> expectations
> arise:
> 1. This is likely a very well-engineered component that's not easily
> replaced by a similar sized speaker.
> 2. Performance of the speaker exceeds similarly priced speakers (and
> definitely less expensive ones to a degree).
> 3. There is NOT likely a premium baked in to the price for the
> Elecraft name due to the economies of scale (low quantity manufacture
> generally means higher costs, thus higher price). Translation - the
> price isn't just for the name.
>
> At the end of the day consider the labor costs plus parts are likely
> fairly high if they are US manufactured.
>
> The US consumer is the sole reason most US manufacturing has gone
> overseas (especially China). Buy cheap, get cheap.
>
> So it comes down to a question of quality vs "good enough" vs "price"
>
> I can only speak for myself in saying that it means something to have
> a matching set rather than a hodgepodge.
> I do compromise and use what I have to be able to get the job done
> UNTIL I've saved enough for the next piece.
>
> Personally the SP3 is last on my list because most if not all of my
> operating will be with headphones.
> The point here is that it's on my list :)
>
>
>
> Jerry Moore
> AE4PB, K3S SN# Arrives Wed.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
> Bob McGraw - K4TAX
> Sent: Sunday, September 13, 2015 3:28 PM
> To: Wayne Burdick; Elecraft Reflector
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details
>
> New products are always welcome. I look forward to "hearing them" at
> maybe one of the next ham fests. I like the fact the SP3 uses an oval

speaker.

> I've never figured out exactly why, but I find ovals typically do
> sound better than rounds, but maybe it seems to be only in my findings.
>
> As a comment, I prefer non-amplified speakers as this avoids the
> potential RFI issues when used with the radio. The model that I
> mentioned and use has a slight tilt to the bottom which aligns the
> front with the K3S with its front elevated by the stand.
>
> I also find the audio system in the K3S to be really nice, specially
> the
> 2 channel effect using the AFX feature along with a stereo speaker
> configuration. This give a nice wide spatial effect to which I find
> very pleasing. Thanks Wayne and company for doing a fine job with the
> K3S and its new features.
>
> 73
> Bob, K4TAX
> K3S s/n 10,163
>
> On 9/13/2015 2:09 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
>> Hi all,
>>
>> The K3 or K3S will work with a wide range of speakers, including the
>> ones
> Bob (K4TAX) mentioned.
>> Here are some possible reasons for using an SP3:
>>
>> - matches the K-Line perfectly, including a rugged fold-up tilt stand
>> - full stereo A/B source selection, supporting dual-rig and
>> dual-speaker configurations (or both)
>> - plenty of room inside the cabinet for built-ins that might improve
>> station integration
>>
>> Of course these factors don't apply to everyone. But the good news is
>> that we will no longer have to say "maybe next year" every time
>> someone asks us to add a matching speaker to the product line :)
>>
>> 73,
>> Wayne
>> N6KR
>>
>>
>> Bob McGraw - K4TAX <[hidden email]> wrote:
>>
>>> I use a pair of "off the shelf" brand speakers which have 2" x 4"
>>> ovals
> in a nice efficient solid enclosure that is 5" deep....
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
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Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

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$179.95 is what I paid at the convention - times two.

73 de Jim - AD6CW

On 9/14/2015 1:06 PM, Brian & Cyndi wrote:
> Did the boys at HamCon quote a price for the speaker?
>
> 73,
> Brian, W6FVI
>

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I can't imagine what makes it cost that much. Too rich for my anemic blood.

73, Mike NF4L

> On Sep 14, 2015, at 4:24 PM, Cliff Frescura <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> Didn't ask. But the web site lists the SP3 at $179

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OMG OM cheap at twice the price 8>)
Fred/N0AZZ

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I can't imagine what makes it cost that much. Too rich for my anemic blood.

73, Mike NF4L

> On Sep 14, 2015, at 4:24 PM, Cliff Frescura <[hidden email]> wrote:
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> Didn't ask. But the web site lists the SP3 at $179

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Mike Reublin NF4L

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Not even at half that. Maybe it's a misplaced decimal punkt. . . . . .

73, Mike NF4L

> On Sep 14, 2015, at 7:24 PM, mfsj <[hidden email]> wrote:
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> OMG OM cheap at twice the price 8>)
>
> Fred/N0AZZ

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Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

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Yes, the SP3 is made in California, as are all of our radios.

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> Jerry's (AE4PB) post and others suggest new speaker is actually made in the USA. Is that true??
> Mike AC5P
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I have to admit that I, too, find $179 for a passive speaker in a metal
cabinet shockingly expensive. I was expecting $99. The price just gets
a shrug and an "Oh well.." from me. Not a chance I would spend that
kind of money on a speaker just because it matches the K-Line.

Doug -- K0DXV

On 9/14/2015 5:42 PM, Mike Reublin NF4L wrote:

> Not even at half that. Maybe it's a misplaced decimal punkt. . . . . .
>
> 73, Mike NF4L
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>> On Sep 14, 2015, at 7:24 PM, mfsj <[hidden email]> wrote:
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>> OMG OM cheap at twice the price 8>)
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>> Fred/N0AZZ
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Tony Scandurra K4QE

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Have any of you who are complaining seen the prices of speakers from other
radio manufacturers? How about the other third-party speaker makers?
Elecraft is in the ballpark.

A lot of folks asked (begged, bugged, pestered...) Elecraft to come out
with a speaker for the line. They finally relented. Thank you, Elecraft!

73, Tony K4QE
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Amen, Tony.

My sentiments exactly.

Gary

-----Original Message-----
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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Have any of you who are complaining seen the prices of speakers from other
radio manufacturers? How about the other third-party speaker makers?
Elecraft is in the ballpark.

A lot of folks asked (begged, bugged, pestered...) Elecraft to come out
with a speaker for the line. They finally relented. Thank you, Elecraft!

73, Tony K4QE
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This happens nearly every time Elecraft releases a new product.
To me it honestly appears to be a case of sour grapes.

As I view it God bless them and good for them that they can make a quality product and a living for them and their staff.
I believe that Elecrafts products are quite fair priced (especially considering the quality of service).
I try to buy US when possible even in my other hobbies and yes it tends to cost a little more to get a better product and service.

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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Have any of you who are complaining seen the prices of speakers from other
radio manufacturers? How about the other third-party speaker makers?
Elecraft is in the ballpark.

A lot of folks asked (begged, bugged, pestered...) Elecraft to come out
with a speaker for the line. They finally relented. Thank you, Elecraft!

73, Tony K4QE
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With my due respect to intellectual right, I would feel this price tag will trigger a Chinese variant at 1/3 price with similar appearance but unknown quality.
73
Johnny VR2XMC
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主題︰ Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

I have to admit that I, too, find $179 for a passive speaker in a metal
cabinet shockingly expensive. I was expecting $99. The price just gets
a shrug and an "Oh well.." from me. Not a chance I would spend that
kind of money on a speaker just because it matches the K-Line.

Doug -- K0DXV

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Gary Gregory-2

Re: Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

Johnny,

It will (as it should) carry the stigma of being a copy from a serial offender and it may indeed be adequate in performance for many, but it would never carry the reputation of quality that comes from being a genuine Elecraft product.

The market will decide how well the SP3 is accepted just as the market will decide on any alternative offerings from other manufacturers.

Some if not many of us will choose the SP3, over any alternative, others will make their own choice.

It's a free world (up to a point) I choose Elecraft.

I borrowed 2cents to throw in here. Our dollar has sunk so low I need a submarine to find it.
Gary

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With my due respect to intellectual right, I would feel this price tag will trigger a Chinese variant at 1/3 price with similar appearance but unknown quality.
73
Johnny VR2XMC
寄件人︰ Doug Person via Elecraft <[hidden email]>
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主題︰ Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SP3 External Speaker details

I have to admit that I, too, find $179 for a passive speaker in a metal
cabinet shockingly expensive. I was expecting $99. The price just gets
a shrug and an "Oh well.." from me. Not a chance I would spend that
kind of money on a speaker just because it matches the K-Line.

Doug -- K0DXV

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