Steve,
Thanks for the info.  I have been debating over the THP HL 1.2 KFX or the HL
1.5 KFX.  I like the idea of having a full KW and auto band switching.  I
just don't know if it's worth the extra money.  I've been trying to find
something on the used market but they're just not out there.  

73, Gary, N5GD
      

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From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Steve Forst
Sent: Saturday, July 12, 2008 8:50 PM
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Subject: Re: Amplifiers

Hi Gary,

I have the THP HL 1.2 KFX, which is  the
 latest version of the one Kevin has.   Rated 750 watts SSB and just over 
600 CW.    As far as accessibility, just set the band switch.   I think both

the KW and legal limit versions offer auto band switching.   Mine has 5 
LED's  to indicate various faults,which can be picked up by a light probe.

I think David on this list from the UK either has or has owned the Quadra. 
Perhaps he will chime in.

I know a fellow that has the SP Expert and likes it very much.   I think 
there were some early production problems that have since been sorted out, 
and his was brought up to  current specs. There were also problems getting a

US distributor and service center lined up, but I think all is well  now.

Nothing from Kenwood, but Icom has the PW-1 kilowatt amp.  Not sure if the 
PW-2 has ever seen the light of day.  Also rumors about one from Elecraft, 
but probably not for some time, if ever.


Good luck, Steve KW3A