If you don't mind spending a little more than you would for an Ameritron
which I've found to be not very reliable, I would recommend either of the
solid state offerings from Tokyo Hy-Power.  I have the HL-1KFX which is the
smaller and simpler of the two.  It puts out a good 600 watts on all bands
and has only three controls to worry about--of/on, band/range selector and
metering.  Since I don't use the metering, that only makes two items to
think about using the amp.  On top of that, the service from Tokyo Hy-Power
was excellent when I did have a problem and even though a new module was
sent, I was never charged for it.  I don't know about U.S. service now that
HRO handles these but I would swear by this amp.  Their bigger version which
I hope to own someday is the HL-1.5KFX and will put out a cool 1kw to the
antenna from what I understand.  It also has facilities to control the amp
frequency range from your radio.

I don't know what current costs are on either of these but am guessing the
HL-1KFX is still in the $1500 to $1600 range while the HL-1KFX is probably
in the $2500 range.  Well worth the money though.

Good luck and very 73. 


Kevin :)
Amateur Radio:  K7RX



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From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Gary Smith
Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 08:13
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Amplifiers

I am looking for a solid state no-tune amplifier for the HF bands that is
fairly accessible.  I know some of you on the list have one or are
knowledgeable on the subject.  I'm looking for any suggestions good or bad.
If you have or had one that you liked, if you could pass on the make, model,
and what website I could go to and look at specs and prices it would be
appreciated.

 

Thanks,

Gary, N5GD          

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