Elecraft KX2 - Initial Review (Shack in a Box Accessories)
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Published 2019-01-13
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Currently using a Xiegu X6100. Ordered a Kx2 kit on 11/02/2022 - wait time 16-20 weeks. At least I have the X6100 until then, but to say that I am impatient would be an understatement. Thanks for the video.
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Awesome vlog.. I just ordered one of these.. great unboxing expectation.. thanks for sharing.
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Thanks for the interesting video. I also ordered a KX2 transceiver. 73 DO2YK Frank👍🏻
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I saved up for a KX2 after comparing the specs on the KX2 and the FT818, and I'm glad I did. What particularly sold me on the KX2 was its lower receive current drain, and higher maximum output power on transmit. Elecraft radios do cost more, but they are worth it.
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Good video. I built a K2 (60 hours) and K1 (40 hours) back when they were getting started. I enjoyed using my K2 and building the extra accessories for it. The K1 was built for another ham operator.
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Thanks for a very informative video, I am in the market for a KX-2 and this has given me the confidence to place an order.
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I also own a KX2 and find it to be the best portable rig built....good luck with yours and great job on this video....
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I've got this shack in the box on my wish list. It's this or the icom but the elecraft is sooo much smaller and has a tuner and uses less power
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Thanks, I enjoyed this and it was helpful. Good for you for taking the necessary time to read and study the manual. I'm sure that will contribute greatly to getting the maximum performance and enjoyment out of the KX2. One reason I specifically watched this was, I was curious if it would come with the antenna tuner installed or whether you would have to do it yourself. (Assuming you order the radio and tuner together, of course.) Glad to see that it came installed.
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Very nicely done video, excellent photography, editing, scrip, and audio. Elecraft certainly makes a wonderful products. I started with a K-1 and now have added a KX3. It was difficult to part with the K1 as it was such a surprising performer. I considered the KX2 but had been planning on a KX3 for a long time. Bought a KX3 from Eric at Dayton. The WOW factor is remarkable! Thank you for such a nice video. W5JCS
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This is a superbly crafted video that does not miss anything of importance. This young man produces excellent video products that are informative and well explained without the usual rubbish that so many videos on YouTube offer. Thank you very much and please go on making these great videos.
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Ok, Thanks for the excellent review! Looks like I’m going to be spending some money. This will be perfect for my SOTA project!
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Excellent video!
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nice vid... and great radio...
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I love this radio good luck with your radio
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Great video, thank you. 73 PA5BAS
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A few thoughts: 1. Great video! 2. I just bought a used KX3 with all the options included. It's great and will be my primary (possibly only) HF rig. 3. I need to find a way to get the KX3 Fred Cady book here in Australia! 4. What's the little paddle you're using? I have a Kent paddle for home use and a 3D-printed paddle for portable, but I'd like something high quality for portable ops.
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Can you fit the battery charger and the Bioenno Battery in the case? Thanks. Nice video.
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Very good video. I have been torn between the X-5105 and the KN@. The reason that I was looking at the -5105 was the larger display because I have vision problems and was wondering if I could see the KX2 screen good enough. I have just about made up my mind to get the KX2 Shack in the Box if it is still offered. Jim AA4KR
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I'm not sure about how many based it is, but I guess you would get use to it after awhile
