Congrats, Troy,

I am really enjoying my 590.  But, the TS-2000 is almost as accessible, is a 
bit cheaper, and has all modes on HF, 2 meter, and 440 MHz; and you can get 
a module for 1296MHz.  This would let you work 2 and 440 FM including 
repeaters, as well as satellite.

Unlike the 590, there are a few parts that don't speak, such as setting the 
sub-audible tones.

For an HF rig, the 590 in terms of accessibility and a nice hot receiver 
can't be beat.

As far as Vhf/Uhf handi-talkies, the Wouxun is accessible although the key 
layout and programming is a bit counterintuitive.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Curtis Delzer" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2012 10:52 AM
Subject: Re: new to the list


> many accessible radios, the one I recommend is the TS590 from
> Kenwood, and worth the investment for many years to come.
>
>
>
> At 08:18 PM 1/10/2012, you wrote:
>>Hi, My name is Troy Sullivan. I'm from Columbus Ohio.
>>I'm not a ham yet but studdying to be one. I am learning a lot using the =
>>currage center handihams online lectures, they are very good and pat did =
>>a nice job with them. Is the rouxun the cheapest accessible radio out =
>>there?
>>
>>I hope to be on the air soon!
>>73's.
>>Troy