Thank you all for the help. This is what I am left with after all your help:
K2: far better base specs (performance and features) much easier to operate more space to experiment K1: smaller simpler unquantifyably easier on the ear If it was not for the last point under the K1 this would be so simple. :-) David, K3TUE . --- David Toepfer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > On the surface it seems a silly question. I am considering finally > purchasing > one of the above, but the decision actually seems to be a struggle. So I > guess > I'll ask for some voices of experiences. > > *** What I do not need: > > I do not need something that will operate anything other than CW, so I don't > need the ability to send SSB or the IF bandwidth to receive SSB (I love the > simple variable bandwidth of my KX1). > > I do not need something that will operate on bands I can't get for a K1 > (80-15 > is fine, and I have the info on how to do 160 if I wish). > > I do not need power beyond what I can get from a K1 (5W is fine). > > I do not need computer control or direct frequency entry. > > *** What I have heard: > > I have heard some state that they actually feel that the LC VFO in the K1 is > quieter and nicer than the PLL VFO in the K2. > > I have likewise heard some say that they feel the K1 is more sensative than > the > K2 (thought I do not recall why, save just personal impression). > > *** What I am looking for: > > Opinions? > > David, K3TUE > > _______________________________________________ > Elecraft mailing list > Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net > You must be a subscriber to post to the list. > Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): > http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm > Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com > _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
