I've had a copy since it was first published in 1982. It's intended to
be more of an engineering textbook than the more cookbook-like
_Experimental Methods. . _ and its predecessor _Solid State Design for
the Radio Amateur_. (Although those books are much more than
cookbooks.) Now published in a second edition by the ARRL, it's an
excellent reference. It also contains insights into the fundamental
workings of circuits that you'll find in few other texts. As just one of
many examples, the discussion of oscillators presents some unique
insights into the similarities between oscillator types and an
understanding of the fundamentals requirements of oscillators.

I highly recommend it for anyone interested in understanding electronic
circuits on a more basic level. It nicely complements his other books,
and it's a bargain at the price.

Roy Lewallen, W7EL

Paul Burridge wrote:
Hi guys,

Many time here we've heard plaudits for "Experimental Methods in RF
Design" and no one to my recollection has derided it. But Hayward also
wrote "Introduction to Radio Frequency Design" which never seems to
get a mention. Does anyone have a copy of this other book and/or an
opinion on it? I've been offered a copy and would value the Panel's
view on it.

p.