The 870 does not have 6, 2, or 440 in it but it's a great radio, I know a
ton of people that have them but honestly,  they say it's very close in
performance to the 2000.  I don't know about the accessibility of it though
it does take the VS-2 so it's probably about the same as the other kenwoods,
problem is, getting a new one is harder and harder because the 870 is
discontinued so pretty much you can get them special ordered or you might
find a place with a couple on the shelf, but a friend of mine had to wait 2
or 3 months for his not too long ago.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard and Karlene" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2004 9:04 PM
Subject: kenwood


> Hi;
> I could almost get tempted to seriously look at the Kenwood 2,000.  Its
nice
> to see lots of happy users. Although I don't like the price I am curious
to
> know if anyone has tried the ts870?  I was a bit surprised that it covered
> 160 through 10 meters and no mention of 6, 2, or 440.
> I wonder if it is as accessible as the 2,000?
> Rich
>