Hi,

The Timewave DSP-59+ is a very good alternative to the top-end DSP-599zx.
I've owned both, and except for the nice LCD display and additional fixed,
narrow bandwidths for exotic modes, the SSB/AM mode performance is the same.
I recently auctioned one on Ebay for a little over $100. I didn't have need
of it any more, as my new rig has IF-DSP internally which works great.

I think the DSP-59+ is a great value for the voice modes, especially if the
unit has the newest ROM chip as mine did.

Guy

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Thanks for the input. I'm also considering one of the Timewave
products, specifically the DSP-599zx, though even a used one is really
expensive and the reviews I've read about it have been mixed. It also
offers a lot more than I need. I don't work a lot with very narrow
bandwidths. I just want something that will allow me to cut through the
noise a bit better on SSB (and even on the broadcast bands, if
possible). The smartest thing for me to do might be to forget about DSP
and buy myself a 1980's vintage notch filter.