Re: K3S Comparison table finalized

[Charlie T, K3ICH]

 I think the comparison of the K3S to the IC-7610 is just slightly unfair on
strictly a cost comparison.
First, I will say that I own both radios, so I'm not "drinking the Kool-Aid"
for either one.
I like them both and use them equally.
 The IC-7610 can be had now, even without the $200 "Dayton Discount" for
about $3.2k
A similarly equipped K3S even in kit form is well over $5k, including the
P3/VGA required to make the proper comparison, but NOT counting any extra
filters you may want.

Please note, I am NOT arguing on the basis of ultimate performance, but
simply cash outlay for similarly equipped radios.
And yeah I know a TS-520 sounds great and will do all a casual op will need
and, can be had for less than the "Dayton Discount" itself.

I like the operating logistics of the Icom over the K3S, but the Elecraft
works better AND has more features even though some are buried in multiple
menus which is also a requirement due to the lack of panel space.  Elecraft
does the best to wring out multiple functions from one control....punch,
hold to 1 sec, hold for 3 sec while standing on one foot etc.....

Icom's touch screen really IS easy to like, even though I thought I'd hate
it.

Being a ¾Centurion, these are probably the last radios I'll buy anyway, so
WTH..... "Live long and prosper" as the saying goes.

73, Charlie k3ICH




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Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2018 7:23 AM
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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S Comparison table finalized (link attached)

Nice document.  But it would be interesting to augment the P3 section with a
feature comparison to the Icom.  IMHO, the P3/SVGA a a natural component of
the K3S - not just an add-on option.   Thanks!

N4OI



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