Category Archives: QRP Radios

Video: Tuning the Ten-Tec Argonaut VI

Posted on May 23, 2012 by k4swl

As Ten-Tec was setting up at the Dayton Hamvention last Thursday, I was able to meet with their engineer (John Henry) briefly and had a little time to play with the new Model 539 Argonaut VI. As I tuned around … Continue reading →

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Sneak peek: Ten-Tec Model 539 Argonaut VI and Model 418 Amplifier at FDiM and Hamvention

Posted on May 18, 2012 by k4swl

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to see the new Argonaut VI and Model 418 100 Watt amplifier up close and even operate them. Though I’ll keep my comments short–I have a l o n g day at the Hamvention ahead … Continue reading →

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The Ten-Tec Argonaut VI: the Model 539 QRP transceiver follows the legend (while we follow the spec sheet!)

Posted on May 14, 2012 by k4swl

I well remember first speaking with a Ten-Tec rep at the Ten-Tec Hamfest last year when the company first displayed the concept Model 539 transceiver, which was beginning to generate enormous interest.  After viewing it, I casually asked the representative … Continue reading →

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Vlado’s challenge: home-brewed QRP DXCC

Posted on April 20, 2012 by k4swl

My good friend, Vladimir (Vlado) Karamitrov (N3CZ/ZS6MG) is someone who likes to challenge himself. Perhaps this is why he’s such an accomplished DXer and contester. Recently, at his QTH, he showed me one of his latest projects: a home brewed … Continue reading →

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Ten-Tec sale on R4020 and R4030 QRP transceivers

Posted on March 30, 2012 by k4swl

Ten-Tec has just announced that they’ve placed their models R4020 and R4030 two band QRP transceivers on sale. Both are now available for $199 US and include a QRP go-pack (which includes a shoulder bag, rig, and antenna). Very good deal and … Continue reading →

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Ten-Tec: Updated info on the Model 539 QRP transceiver and the Model 418 Amplifier

Posted on February 16, 2012 by k4swl

Several of you have written in asking me about updates on the status of the Model 539 and Model 418 from Ten-Tec. I asked Ten-Tec Software Engineer, John Henry, for an update. Here is his response: Hi Tom, We have … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on the Elecraft KX1 and comparing with the Ten-Tec HB1B

Posted on February 6, 2012 by k4swl

I’ve been meaning to write a post about my Elecraft KX1, because, of all of the rigs I own, it’s the most-often-used, thus the clear favorite in my stable. But:  this morning, I read John Harper’s (AE5X) excellent assessment of the Elecraft … Continue reading →

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Building an Elecraft K3 in 7 minutes

Posted on January 4, 2012 by k4swl

This is a great time-lapse video of the assembly of the Midland Amateur Radio Club‘s Elecraft K3: See, that wasn’t so hard!

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Update: Ten-Tec should take orders for the Model 539 QRP transceiver at Dayton

Posted on January 3, 2012 by k4swl

I just received the following from Ten-Tec: We are progressing along per our schedule for having the 539 ready for orders at Dayton of 2012. I have a hunch the Ten-Tec booth will be busy at the Hamvention this year.

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Elecraft now accepting orders for the KX3

Posted on December 27, 2011 by k4swl

It appears that Elecraft is now accepting orders for the KX3 QRP tranceiver that we first mentioned on QRPer.com during the 2011 Dayton Hamvention. Order are expected to be shipped in February 2012. The kit version of the KX3 will … Continue reading →

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