> Well, let’s think about this one a bit. I for one was not disappointed with the pricing; I think they did a super job.
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> I have a K4D on first-group order for $4700. The new price adds $300. I’m ok with that due to the extreme circumstances involved with getting parts, etc. But there’s another way to look at it.
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> To get a rig from Elecraft pre-K4 such as the K3S, compared with the K4D, you would have to add a K3S SUB RX, synthesizer board, at least one CW or narrow SSB filter (or both), the I/O board for all the antenna connections, a P3, a P3 SVGA option, a P3 TX monitor option, a digital voice recorder. And, I’ve probably forgotten a few, such as the K4’s ethernet connection and all that implies.
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> Throw in the extras offered by the K4D and man this is a great deal. For example the P3 cannot compare with the display on the K4(D).
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> Throw in performance and it’s even better.
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> Enjoy the hobby whatever you choose to get. Fun is the name of the game.
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> 73,
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> Gary W2CS
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>> On Oct 3, 2020, at 12:09 AM, Dave <
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>> I was disappointed to see the pricing for the K4. I thought the base K4 would be in or around $3500 to $3700 and perhaps $500 or so to go to the K4D. As it turns out, another $900 for the K4D. These prices do not include the ATU ($400) or even a hand-held Mic. The total for the K4D that I was thinking of purchasing would have been almost $5470. (+shipping ??) it’s out of my price range. It will be interesting to see what the K4HD goes for. I’m glad that I had my $1500 deposit refunded several months ago. I have to wonder if one will really be able to tell the difference between any K4 and the FTDX101D which can be purchased for under $3000 and includes the ATU and a Mic????
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>> I hope you folks enjoy the K4 as I’m sure it will be a great radio. I will continue to use my K3s as the price for that fine radio is dropping like crazy and has allowed me to pick up a second one for a surprisingly low price.
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>> 73,
>> Dave N8AG