Many of us hams, SWLs, and makers buy inexpensive electronics from China. It’s become a bonanza for small, cheap and surprisingly good radio-related gadgets and parts on eBay and other vendors. I buy a fair amount, most recently a recommended project box for a set of HF bandpass filters I purchased from a small company in Australia. It finally arrived and is superb for a very cheap price!
Read MorePRESENTER OPINION : It’s Not a Begali, But….→
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One of the questions I’m most frequently asked is, “What’s a good paddle for a beginner?” My usual answer to that was to look for a used Bencher BY-1 at a hamfest or on one of the online venues. You used to be able to get them for $60 or less. Now, however, there are few hamfests and the price has gone up. Now, used Benchers are close to $80.
Read MoreComm Academy: FREE Virtual Training Conference on Emergency Communications
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Comm Academy, the conference for EmComm and preparation, has been around since 2001, but this year, the event is online and free. The event, which normally takes place in Seattle is two days of training, talks, and information on emergency communications. Comm Academy 2021 will take place on 10-11 April 2021, and the theme for this year’s event is “Disasters Here, There, and Everywhere—Are You Ready?”
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