Flex 6400 vs icom 7300 forum. I have an IC-7300 and it is a great radio.


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    1. Flex 6400 vs icom 7300 forum But the Flex 6000 series rigs offer much more operational versatility than ICOM rigs; either by using the remote SmartSDR software operation within your home, or anywhere you have an internet connection, using a laptop, iPad App, or the optional Maestro. Much has been said in other reviews about the filtering and noise cancellation for reception, also on the number of options for honing your transmit audio using the built in compression Feb 1, 2017 · The 7300 has set a precedence with Icom and if they keep all the good stuff the 7300 has and expand on its performance and features in the 7610, I think it will have its own following and record sales. I must admit I have never The features that make the Flex better are: better filters, much harder to overload, can monitor two bands at the same time, you have two TX antennas and a third RX antenna that you can switch between on any band (having the ability to specialize your RX and TX antennas separately is a huge benefit), IQ outputs that allow you to run software Jan 2, 2011 · The 7300 is ICOM's low cost entry into the (as they call it) SDR world. to/2srAkRD🔥 TekPower: 13. Working digital modes with the 7300 was easy-peasy, although it did require using a USB cable between the radio and the computer. Either the Flex 6400 or the IC-7610. :-) [Editors Note: "Calmly" and "Politely" are words that RARELY come into use while describing eham. I like my Flex. Gotta luv these Forums! :) (I wonder if the ICOM Forums have Flex posts? hi) My IC-7300/PTRX-7300 combo is paired with an Alpha 87A. We did socially distanced Field Day last year with a Flex 6600, 6700, and Icom 7300. I expect flames. The Yaesu FT-991A or the Icom IC-7300, both great radios for the starting ham. If I use the Icom external speaker even better. . For me going from Flex to Icom one of the biggest pains in the arse was not being able to adjust the vertical scale of the spectrum scope. Now that the 6400 and 6600 have been shipping a while, I was hoping to find more than 5 really short reviews on eham. Jan 2, 2011 · Love my 6400M had week It’s best HF radio out there I have owned yaesu 3000 ,Icom 7300,7610 7700 The controls and Digital NR ect just let you tune noise Out to hear weak signals . So, although I’ve been an Icom guy since the 1980s, I bought the Flex and sold my IC-7300. There are 48 for the Icom 7610. The high-resolution display is also very nice. 00 seems very low though, for a 100 watt radio with a built in tuna and nice display. Jan 2, 2011 · The Flex-6400 has 2 slices and 2 panadapters that can tune independently anywhere in the coverage range of the rig. The 7300 RX was getting overloaded on several bands. Not sure on the performance of the 7610. ⚫ Flex 6400 100 dB ⚫ Flex 6600 99 dB (16 dB preamp ON) ⚫ Flex 6700 (2017) 99 dB (Preamp OFF) ⚫ Icom 7610 98 dB (IP+ ON) ⚫ Icom 7300 97 dB (IP+ ON, S/N around 10,000 and up) ⚫ Flex 5000 96 dB ⚫ Ten-Tec Orion II 95 dB ⚫ Ten-Tec Orion I 93 dB ⚫ Kenwood TS-590SG 92 dB ⚫ Ten-Tec Eagle 90 dB ⚫ Flex 6300 89 dB Feb 15, 2021 · The IC-7610 had a few issues at first, but Icom has addressed all but the screen burn-in problems. Flex 6000 series discussions I have read, I don't recall anyone mentioning how absolutely fantastic the 7300 transmit audio sounds. Okay Redit, I'm considering making the swap from my 7610 I've had for a couple years to a Flex and I'm wondering if I'm going to regret it. Aug 10, 2020 · John, If plug & play is your main objective, go with the 7610. But choice is good, and if you like the Icom better, nothing wrong with that. 3F operation. In Thread by: VK7HH , Aug 5, 2021 , 117 replies, in forum: Amateur Radio News Thread Jan 2, 2011 · My recent choice of the Flex 6400 was driven partially by good RX performance, but mainly features and function (particularly a really great panadapter). I cannot speak to ICOM's cost engineering but am not surprised that the transmit final amp bias is set for a much lower power draw as less bias current requires lower power transistors and lower cost powering circuits; aka cost engineering. A little background, I've had a few different HF transceivers in my career as a ham: Icom 706, Kenwood TS-480, Icom 7300, Icom 7610. Apr 15, 2021 · The Icom 7300 is more susceptible to front end overload vs the Flex. But the Flex does not allow you to connect an external loudspeaker, it only provides a line output for a powered speaker system. Was thinking of selling it and using the proceeds to help pay for either the 6400 or 7610 but it is a great radio and can’t let it go. The Flex 6400 itself is a wonderful radio. I've used a Yaesu FT-991, Kenwood TS- Oct 11, 2015 · If the Icom 7300 is anywhere around the $1200. Jan 2, 2011 · Now to the point. The 6600 Has TWO SCU's (receiving units) and will have 4 panadapters and 4 slices, any of which can be connected to either of the two SCU's/Antennas. Sep 6, 2019 · If you mean only performance, I cannot think of anything in the SunSDR 2 Pro that is better than in the Flex 6400 and in fact all performance features and operation of the 2 Pro are below that of the 6400 so that in a straight 1v1 test, leaving out all the other factors listed above, the 6400 is a clear winner. AGCT /AF combo is your best friend try 35/50 Combo adjust noise to lowest level with AGCT than adjust AF volume to normal hearing range Oh NR when I use it not much Jan 2, 2011 · Interesting that this Post started back in 2016 as an IC-7300 price issue, then died for nearly 4 years, then became reserected as an ICOM vs Flex comparison. Neal But between the Flex 6600, and the Icom 7610, the people replying in this thread have calmly and politely shared enough information where the Flex does better than the Icom, that I am leaning 90% to the Flex 6600 now. However only one antenna can be used at the same time. I would like to thank Willy (KJ5BWB) and Jeff (KJ5BOG) for assisting. Flex 6400. This is due to the 7300 using 14 bit ADC vs 16 bit. I also tried googling for Flex 6600 vs. g. I have not explored the optional software for the 7300, but doesn't it allow for complete operation of RTTY and PSK via the computer keyboard? Feb 7, 2022 · Im pretty partial to Yaesu, so imo I would probably go with the FTDX-10 over the 7300, even though Icom displays are beautiful. net forum discussions Jan 2, 2011 · Well, comparing a nice Flex 6700 to an Icom IC-7300 is an apples to oranges comparison, IMHO. the antenna. The obvious choice for me was the IC-7610. to/2SQeF0TFor sale l I agree that the FTDX10 is so close in price to the 7300 at this point that it's the better radio to buy between the two. But my Flex 6600 has capabilities that the Icom does not. I'm a phone and digital use here and the digital mode with DAX is excellent with very good reports on phone also, very easy to setup the mic's and Indeed, switching the antenna to my Icom IC-7600 and the audio is an order of magnitude better, even on its top mounted internal speaker which is by no means HiFi. 00 price point, its going to be very attractive. net. May 23, 2016 · Full user manual for the Icom 7300 here: https://usermanualdownload. It has superb receiver characteristics, transmitter performance and the built-in antenna tuner works very reliably. My current rig is a Flex 6400. Nov 15, 2023 · OK this evening I was doing some testing on the Flex 6400. My backup station. My main radio is a Flex 6400 and has been my daily driver for 3 years and find it suits my style of operation best. Being a direct sample setup it should be quite good performance wise. For instance, in my particular case, I will be mounting my IC-7300 in my Merc G550 SUV, using either the Icom AH-740 or AH-760 autocoupler antenna systems, I own both antenna sysytems, and plan to see which one performs better in a mobile environment. Main reason was 4 slices compared to 2 for the 6300 an advantage to any contester be able to see that much more. The Flex is a great radio, but after three years, I got a hankering for a radio with real buttons and knobs. Jan 2, 2011 · I am still trying to decide if I will purchase a Flex-6600 or an Icom-7610 in ~30 days. 🔥 Icom-7300: https://amzn. I have an IC-7300 and it is a great radio. My FT-991A would be PERFECT if they would update the firmware to make the waterfall refresh rate better, and actually give you dual monitor VFO ability. Feb 15, 2021 · The IC-7610 had a few issues at first, but Icom has addressed all but the screen burn-in problems. Icom 7610 comparison, but could not find anything. I use the IC-7300 as a backup, so for me the IC-7610 would be a better choice. You can do this on the Flex very simply which allows weak signals to have higher peaks. Oct 20, 2018 · Great discussion on the Flex vs Icom radios guys ! I am on the edge of the fence as to which way to go. Same anten Where the biggest difference is is in the ergonomics. Jan 2, 2011 · My rankings are as follows 1 Icom ic-7850 2 Flex 6700 3 Yaesu FTDX-101D 4 Icom ic-7300 I base this on my listening experience and with a singe switch for comparison. Jan 2, 2011 · The Icom 7610 is a very nice rig, as is the Icom 7300 that serves as my backup radio. That all works pretty well. As an Amazon Associate I earn from links/qualifying purchases. I am keeping my Flex. I spent a lot of time at the local ham store playing with the various ICOM and Kenwood rigs (they were out of demo Yaesu rigs). com/icom-7300/Here is a side by side comparison of the Icom 7300 vs Flex 6300. In all of the Icom 7300 vs. What was said below about the Flex's audio piping and CAT is true. I have been involved with "hi-fi" ESSB audio ever since W2ONV started experimenting with the Focusrite Red series mic preamps in the 1990s. The 7300 is notorious for front-end overload in fairly moderate RF environments because of the direct conversion SDR design decision that Icom made. You can change a lot more on the display with the Flex than the Icom. My choice of purchase was either the ICOM 7300 (not as many features as this radio) and the ICOM 7610 (Much more expensive) and I was so glad I went for this. 8V Power https://amzn. $1200. All other variables are the same e. I am on the Flex 6400 using Jan 2, 2011 · I made a switch from a K3 to a 6300 and after 3 weeks traded it in to Flex for a 6500. You wouldn't need that cable with the Flex. Feb 7, 2023 · A little over three years ago, I got a pretty good on a Flex 6400. I have the Flex 6400 connected directly to my Xfinity router via an ethernet cable and that has provided very reliable access from wherever I am. sajdr pjnys eetfy crqcjumy ycjlciru teol agbcod dcduxu geqizh cswle