Thread: What is BEST all-tube, general coverage receiver under $1000? Under $2000?
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Old January 9th 07, 01:50 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.boatanchors
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Default What is BEST all-tube, general coverage receiver under $1000? Under $2000?

Nomad wrote:
Actually the Collins designed R-388/51J series of receivers was a
predecessor design to the Collins designed R390A. See:

http://www.r-390a.net/


I had a 51J-3 & sold it because it was not in the same league as my
R390A. IMHO, my HRO's, Hammarlund Super Pro & Drakes all outperformed
the 51J by considerable margins.

The 51J is a good looking radio though. But IMO the performance doesn't
live up to the looks & the mistique.


I am curious what you found lacking in the 51J compared to the
other receivers?
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Richard Knoppow
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