Assume a non-contester is looking at a K3.
There would be no need for a second receiver nor the
absolute selectivity of the K3. Aside from those
points, can anyone suggest how the K3 might compare to
the Kenwood TS870?
K3 is new, '870 is at least several years old, possibly unknown history.
K3 synthesizer is quieter, and with selectivity options you're like to
have less listening fatigue.
K3 covers 6m.
K3 is smaller/lighter/more portable.
K3 will be getting new features over the next several months/years. '870
is what it is.
K3 makes it trivial - and fun! - to play with digital modes even if
you're not a digital modes person. '870 requires computer, soundcard
interface, etc. to even casually experience them.
K3 has manual notch in addition to autonotch/denoiser.
K3 has 8-band mic equalizer.
K3 has 8-band Rx equalizer.
K3 has better dynamic range.
K3 has lower power consumption.
K3 has excellent QSK.
If you have problems, K3 has excellent support.
K3 has...
73,
Lyle KK7P (who is admittedly biased)
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