What amp is everyone running?
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
Bit of an update on my set up. I now run my 1X4 in my mobile and for my base station I bumped it up to a 3CX3000A7. I did not build the 3000 but I did build a 4 pill class AB amp as driver. As for the 3000, HOLY CRAP! Incredible.....Before the 3000 I ran a 16 pill class C that I built and I always said if I was going to bigger than the 16 pill I'd move into the steel. I'm so glad I did! My wideband audio sounds incredibly smooth through that tube.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
I currently run an RM Italy KL203P on a Uniden 980 SSb tuned to 1.5dk, Cobra HG model 75 power mic that has been modded, and a K40 antenna. I'm very happy with the set up and have gotten very good reports in regards to clarity and volume. I'll soon be running the above through my new Sirio 5000 Fighter Edition and will report back in the Product Review forum. 73's to all and Semper Fi!
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Still using my trusty old Maverick 250. I have had in use for several years.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
ain't running one now but on my first radio, ran a Texas Star 500 . good amp. will reach out and slap someone.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
Hey..
Tokyo Hy-Power HL 1.5KFX or a Elecraft KPA500 for the Amateur bands, and a RM Italy KL 203P for the 11M mobile.
I don't use an amp in my shack for 11M.
Bombero
Tokyo Hy-Power HL 1.5KFX or a Elecraft KPA500 for the Amateur bands, and a RM Italy KL 203P for the 11M mobile.
I don't use an amp in my shack for 11M.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
Home brew. Lol
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
Kl-503 base and KL-203P mobile
Scholar (John)
KEB7787
"7787" ---- 38 lsb
Base
RCI 2995DXCF ---- MFJ-299Mic ---- Sirio Tornado 5/8 Wave Antenna
Galaxy DX2547
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RCI-2950DX ---- Wilson 1000 Antenna
KEB7787
"7787" ---- 38 lsb
Base
RCI 2995DXCF ---- MFJ-299Mic ---- Sirio Tornado 5/8 Wave Antenna
Galaxy DX2547
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RCI-2950DX ---- Wilson 1000 Antenna
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yessirree bub, give me a hit of that thar Popcorn Sutton finest.Crusher wrote:Home brew. Lol
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
I run a Fatboy 2x4 driving a YU-209 in a hotrodded AL- 1500
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
I was very lucky to find recently as NEW as can be except no box for it, a silver streak 150 with MRF 455's and the little Semi on the faceplate. With a 3 watt dk from my "philly" Uniden Washington, it is awesome. I also could not believe the pre-amp receive unlike my previous Silver Eagle 200. For such a small little package, it sure fooled me. If you get a chance to get one of these, don't pass it up, their awesome. It is much better in size comparison as my Contex 500 was in 1970, can you tell I'M PUMPED, thanks for listening.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
I run a D&A Maverick 250 8 tube 2 stage. And it works perfect with my set up.
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Texas star 400 v love it gotta get that sucker set up for my general lee though
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
How many watts in? Running 12w peaked and tuned. Have that same amp. How many watts can I expect out?Slyguy wrote:Ameritron AL811
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
never needed one.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
Texas Star DX350 (2X2879) that I loaf, only push it to around 90-130 watts.. That's more than enough for me in my mobile setup..
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
Base:
RM KLV 400 ....dead keys 50w, swings to 275w pep with the Cobra 2000........swings to 350w pep with the Galaxy 2547
Elkin 4 tube Mini-Max....dead keys 15w, swings to 390w pep with both the Cobra and Galaxy. (I know that sounds like to low of a dead key but it is clear and not ragged sounding at all)
Mobile:
Texas Star Modulator V-plus..... dead keys 20w swings to 90w with the Cobra 75WXST.
RM KLV 400 ....dead keys 50w, swings to 275w pep with the Cobra 2000........swings to 350w pep with the Galaxy 2547
Elkin 4 tube Mini-Max....dead keys 15w, swings to 390w pep with both the Cobra and Galaxy. (I know that sounds like to low of a dead key but it is clear and not ragged sounding at all)
Mobile:
Texas Star Modulator V-plus..... dead keys 20w swings to 90w with the Cobra 75WXST.
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
UPDATE:
Hooked up my KL-300P to my truck's vintage 1980's President Grant (dual-final) four button *has FM too*. I'm impressed!! Very clean TX too...using a K-40 antenna.
BARRRKK!!
Hooked up my KL-300P to my truck's vintage 1980's President Grant (dual-final) four button *has FM too*. I'm impressed!! Very clean TX too...using a K-40 antenna.
BARRRKK!!
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RCI 2995DX CF (PRIMARY BASE)
President HR2600 with Palomar TX-150 amp(backup base) *solar powered*
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Re: What amp is everyone running?
What does everyone think of the Xforce Midnight Specials class C, or the TS 500? Some say class C is best for AM.
In my mobile, Ford CVPI, have a Wilson 1000 mounted on the trunk lid where there was a hole for the former police antenna. Have double braided ground straps from the trunk lid to the body, just to make sure the trunk lid is grounded. Have a 200 amp alternator doing 120 amps at idle, and a Big 4 wire upgrade all in 0 gauge high strand wire.
Radio is a Cobra 29 Phill highly modded, variable power 0-18 watts. I'm looking for 500 watts out the antenna, but no more. Advise please.........thanks all...........73
Here is a link to the build, sweeeeet radio!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukVOvaEgSXg
-- September 05 2016 --
Any thoughts guys....?
In my mobile, Ford CVPI, have a Wilson 1000 mounted on the trunk lid where there was a hole for the former police antenna. Have double braided ground straps from the trunk lid to the body, just to make sure the trunk lid is grounded. Have a 200 amp alternator doing 120 amps at idle, and a Big 4 wire upgrade all in 0 gauge high strand wire.
Radio is a Cobra 29 Phill highly modded, variable power 0-18 watts. I'm looking for 500 watts out the antenna, but no more. Advise please.........thanks all...........73
Here is a link to the build, sweeeeet radio!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukVOvaEgSXg
-- September 05 2016 --
Any thoughts guys....?
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