K-1 vs KX-1
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I am interested in your opinions on the differences between the K-1 and
KX-1 transceivers, beyond the band coverage issues; for example, which has the better receiver? What makes it that for you? Anyone that has had both care to comment? Just one? Bought when both were available? Reasons? many thanks for indulging this request. -Dave- -- David F. Reed - W5SV - cell: 512 585-1057 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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It depends a lot on what you are going to use it for! I have both (well all
3 - K-1, KX-1 and K-2). For performance you cannot beat the K-2 of course. Between the K-1 and KX-1 I do like the no drift synthesizer of the KX-1 and its variable selectivity. The speaker on the K-1 is nice, as is the capability for 80 M. I just put together a ATS-3, it has some nice qualities too. 73/72 - Mike WA8BXN _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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It was a tough choice, but here's basically what made me pick the K1:
1. More traditional look. 2. I day pack and tent camp, so the K1 size was not a factor. 3. A little more power. 4. Larger size meant more features with their own buttons instead of buried in menu layers. 5. The K1 is about as compact as I care to have a radio and still want to work on it. 6. It works well as a second radio next to the K2. Notice there is really nothing about differences in performance. On paper, the differences didn't have anything to do with my decision. The radios seem to perform nearly the same. Flip a coin. No matter which one you buy, there will be times when you will say, gee, I wish I had bought the other one and other times when you are happy you made the decision you did. Or buy both. Maybe some day... Eric KE6US -----Original Message----- From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of David F. Reed Sent: Thursday, June 02, 2005 10:17 AM To: 'Elecraft Mail' Subject: [Elecraft] K-1 vs KX-1 I am interested in your opinions on the differences between the K-1 and KX-1 transceivers, beyond the band coverage issues; for example, which has the better receiver? What makes it that for you? Anyone that has had both care to comment? Just one? Bought when both were available? Reasons? many thanks for indulging this request. -Dave- -- David F. Reed - W5SV - cell: 512 585-1057 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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Dave,
Here's one op's opinions. I have them both and they're both great rigs. The K1 is more traditional and makes a fine rig in the shack. The KX1 is better set up for portable and field ops with its top mounted controls and attached paddle. If I had to rank performance, I'd give the nod to the K1 for a slight advantage, but the KX1 is more useful and flexible. It's a real toss up, but if I had to pick one, I'd keep my KX1. Here are some of the differences between the two: K1 KX1 Tuning Range Limited to ~80KHz of band full band Tuning Speed Fixed three step sizes Tuning Lock No Yes RF Atten 1 step variable Filters 3 set widths (200-850) variable (wide-narrow) NB Option No Speaker Yes No (need headphones) Display LCD (NO backlight) LED (variable brightness) Work Light No Yes (inspired!) Size Small Tiny (espionage size) Cross Mode No Yes (and really useful) SWL coverage No Yes (better w/ 30m option) GeeWhiz Lots More Whatever you decide, you'll have a great little radio. Do get the ATU. It makes either radio much more convenient to use. Good Luck es 72, Lonnie NY2LJ _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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David :
I would say that the K1 receiver has a performance advantage over the KX1. If you are trying to decide which of the two to buy (tough decision, that's why I own both) I would suggest that you think about how you plan to use the rig. If you are looking for something that will primarily be operated portable, in the field from park benches, at the beach maybe in the car etc, then the KX1 is hard to beat. My whole station including a 2ahr external gel cell and folding 5w solar panel fits into a small satchel-type bag. I often operate mine Pedestrian mobile, carrying the rig in one hand. If you plan to use the rig mostly at home, but will occasionally take it out to the park for an outing, or if you plan to operate 50:50 then perhaps the K1 is a better choice, because of the form factor, internal speaker etc. As someone else has mentioned, with either rig be sure to buy the ATU. Both the KAT1 and KXAT1 perform extremely well and are very convenient when operating both from home and in the field. Not having to drag along extra cables and an external tuner makes setup a lot simpler and your antenna can just be a couple of pieces of wire thrown up into a tree. In either case you can't go wrong. Both rigs work extremely well and I am sure that you will be pleased with either rig. Michael VE3WMB _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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