D Peter Maus wrote:
Drifter wrote:


I had a 3030, as well. Very nice. Not the greatest dynamic range. Would
probably overload like a sumbitch in Europe. But here in the Midwest, it
handled the available signals pretty well.

I was surprised at how small it was. I'd first run across it in the
Gilfer catalog. Without reference, it looked to be a pretty average size
tabletop. Was quite surprised to find that it was about half the size I
expected.

What I liked most about it was it's amazing versatility. Features and
functions found on much more expensive sets.

I spent hours a day listening to that radio. There are times I miss it.

Then, again, AR3030 wouldn't stand toe to toe with my AR7030, so, I
can't really complain. But, in the right hands, I'd recommend this radio
without hesitation.




Hi Peter. not knocking it. brought mine back from the UK long time ago.
i like it a bunch. it was the main work horse here till i got the
RX-350. i use the 350 as the all, receiver/ most used. BTW, if you don't
have, and may have wanted that certain crystal filter for the 7030,
AOR-UK has them in stock again. after i believe 2 years, AOR-Japan
released their supply. got one here in my 7030+. i figure, with the
7030 ending, they are clearing out the stock. and, i wouldn't mind
having a second 3030 for the collection, but, i won't pay $1750 for
it. i could surely find one over seas for a lot less than that.

GOOD DX!
Drifter...

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