The high prices of the roofing filters for the K3 and optional filters for
other rigs reminds me of a little history.
I want Elecraft to make a good profit so they'll remain in business
to support me, if needed, down the road.
You can't remain in business without making a good profit.
The high prices of the roofing filters for the K3 and optional filters for
other rigs reminds me of a little history.
In the very early '80s, I desired to purchase a CW filter for an Astro 200,
long after CIR went out of business. I happened to be visiting Phoenix, AZ
for a few days, so I dropped
Jerry,
I cannot comment on the price level over time even if I have been both in
the radio business and a ham for many decades.
One can always wish for lower prices, only way to make that happen is by
competition which Drake was utilizing.
Nobody forces you to buy a K3 with or without filters.
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On Thu, 3 Jul 2008 13:07:31 -0700, Jerry T. Dowell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
The high prices of the roofing filters for the K3 and optional filters for
other rigs reminds me of a little history.
In the very early '80s, I desired to purchase a CW filter for an Astro 200,
long after CIR went out of
Wow, I wish we could buy 8 pole filters in amateur radio volumes for a
wholesale price 1-5$. Or even $30-$40! They just don't exist. (But let
me know if you find some..)
Our filters -were- designed for their excellent IMD performance. Also,
we have these filters tested for IMD and passband
Guys - Jerry does indeed own a K2 and a K3 and is a long time Elecraft
customer. He certainly is allowed to state his opinion. In -my- opinion
he stated it fairly, even though I disagreed with him on the pricing and
technical points.
Its OK to argue in a polite manner, but please do not jump
Jerry:
I don't know if you own a K3 or not but if you don't then you should invest
in one before knocking the K3 down. The fact that Sherwood Engineering and
others have found the K3 to surpass the receivers in those expensive radios
like the IC-7800 and the FTDX-9000, should be enough
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