The K2 has better overall performance and many more features. But the Triton can hold its own under most conditions, at least on the non-WARC bands.
The Triton is fine for rag chewing and some contest work. It helps to keep the RF Gain control down a bit if the bands are crowded. The CW filters are in the audio circuit, but they are also in the AGC loop, so the overall system works fairly well. The receiver is quiet and sensitive. The PTO needs a re-build every 8 years or so (based on my experience). I traded a set of Drake twins for a Triton 4 many years ago. But now I have the Drake twins again. They each have certain advantages and disadvantages, but it sure is nice to be able to select any one of the rigs for a QSO. At this stage of the game, I wouldn't want to have just the Triton or just the Drake twins. I might be able to live with just the K2, though. But I find myself going back and forth as the mood strikes. YMWV, as they say. 73, John W2XS _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] 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
