Hi;
I have been enjoying the radio comparisons. I too feel that the icom
receivers may be superior but accessibility is worth a little something.
As for the 480, I have been very tempted and may in fact do the deed but
there are a few things I don't like. At one time there was supposedly a
rack that would hold the radio and control head. Apparently it wasn't
available in the U S. Is that still the case? I too am not delighted with
the antenna and power connections. The microphone plug and adaptor that
needs modification were also considerations. It just seems like its going
to be a radio with lots of extra wires to deal with.
On the other hand, I may still get tempted this summer.
Rich