If it is between the 2000 and the 480, then there's really no contest in my opinion.  

The 2000 gives you more features; 6, 2 and 470CM coverage, with about the same level of accessibility from the voice-chip.  

The 480 has the detachable head, if that matters in a confined space or if you want to operate mobile, that would give you more room in the driver's compartment.

Steve
----- Original Message ----- 
From: Dustin Thompson 
To: [log in to unmask] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 21, 2015 12:34 AM
Subject: Re: Accessible Transceivers


I'm thinking about just saving up and getting either the 2000 or   start wit=
h the 480, and maybe getting the 2000 or maybe even the 590=E2=80=A6 later o=
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> On Jul 20, 2015, at 11:10 PM, howard kaufman <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> Well that would give different answers for every question.
> You could argue the basic kx-3 for cost, but not if you need 100 watts, a
> wider range tuner, 2 meters and 440 MHZ and speech.  Each options adds to
> the purchase price.  The k-3 is similar, but the 100 watt amplifier fits i=
n
> the same case as the radio, which makes it less portable.  The k-3 does it=
s
> functions using more hardware, while the k-3 does it all with software.
> So you see, the answer gets complicated.  Its rather like buying a house,
> what is essential, and what can you compromise on?
> There is no best, the question is what is the best for you?
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> On Behalf Of Dustin Thompson
> Sent: Monday, July 20, 2015 9:44 PM
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