I hope they still have it in 2 weeks. if not, I will have to hold on to the money until another one comes up.

-eric

On Mar 26, 2014, at 7:05 AM, Bob Ray wrote:

> I just took a look at the used section for The Ham Station and they have
> TS570 for $669.  Add in the speech chip and that would be a very good radio.
> Here is their link.
> 
> http://www.hamstation.com/shopping/index.php?category=7&main_page=pricelist
> 
> Bob kd0br
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> On Behalf Of eric oyen
> Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 8:08 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: best radio for the blind under $800?
> 
> hello everyone.
> 
> well, it looks like I finally won against UPS. I should be getting my =
> funds in 10 days. Now, all I need is a blind friendly HF radio. Newer =
> would be better, but I will only have about $800 to spend. Land Air =
> Communications in NY has a few kenwood models with the speech chip. =
> Unfortunately, no ts-590 in stock. He has a few 940's and a 540 (among a =
> few others). I would like some input from you guys on what would work.
> 
> I am looking for one that can use the speech module (vs or vg series) = and
> doesn't require computer control.
> 
> anyone have suggestions? I would like to stick with the kenwood line if =
> possible. if not possible, then going with one of the other rands that = can
> be easily computer controlled (as well as read) would certainly be =
> helpful.
> 
> thanks,
> 
> Eric