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I might think about stepping into a base in the near future...what would be a good type-accepted, entry-level base? Let's try to keep in under,say, $350??

And then to follow, what would be a decent omni-directional base antenna?

Galaxy 2547 and I max 2000

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Master Mason
32 Degree Scottish Rite

I was looking at that Galaxy 2547...looked like a solid unit.

How much can you afford? $350? That is a lot to work with!
Or, are you asking - what is the best that is still available?

This link should work for you. It's a new radio, it's a Ranger, it talks well, and has freq counter - and only $100+s/h!
I got one, and I'm using it right now..
http://www.customcbradios.com/catalo...06/6619285.htm

EDIT:The handheld mic that comes stock on this radio is a very nice piece of work. It modulates great, fits the hand perfectly, and feels very solid. Not a cheap piece 'o junk feel or audio sound - by any means. I'm really quite impressed with my purchase. I need to get a transformer/linear power supply, as I am using the Ham radio supply to run it at the moment. Between the radio, the mic, and a decent power supply for $45 - I can afford the Maco 5/8 ($128/ship incl) and still be well under $350...

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What gear do I use?
BASE: Kenwood TS-2000 w/Alpha Delta DX-CC, Diamond X50A, and IMAX 2000.
OUTBOARD GEAR: MXL V88 Condenser mic, BBE 822A Maximizer, Behringer U/G Pro2200 mic preamp and DEQ2496 digital EQ/Comp/Limiter/Expander
MOBILE: Galaxy DX99V w/RF Limited CR-577 mic, Wilson 1000. Yaesu FT-8800R & Diamond NR-770.
"...World Radio One-One Northern CAL - Standing By..."

Can't go wrong with a Galaxy 2547 for sure. Another good one to have is the Ranger TR-696F base, that's pretty similar to the 2547, although I think they may have discontinued the Ranger...


Undertaker nailed it with the 2547 and the Solarcon I-Max 2000 antenna. That would be a great setup there.


-Exit

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Bases:
Cobra 142GTL, President Washington (D858)
Astatic D-104, Astatic Silver Eagle
Hy-Gain Super Penetrator 500

Mobiles:
Cobra 148GTL, Cobra 146GTL (Philippines)
Cobra Coffin Handmikes
Wilson 1000 trunk mount, Mr. Coily antennas

Seeing as you're looking at a straight CB, you could consider saving money on a good older unit and put more cash towards a boss antenna setup, maybe even a decent beam & rotor.

Lot's of good older bases. Cobra 2000, 142 GTL, Uniden President Madison....and a galaxy (pun intended) of very many older rigs going back to the early 80's and with 40 channels.

Ebay is loaded with them all the time. A good place to look around just to see what's out there even if you don't buy on ebay. Now the Cobra 2000s still bring much more money, but I've seen all the others go for $50 or less.

Good luck

I have a less than 2 year old 2547 and a small klv 100 watt linear. $265 for both of'em plus about $25 or so shipping...
Moved up to a 2995 dx, so I don't need this one anymore..

Put an $89 Imax 2000 with this an you are at about what you had to spend an will have it all

Heres my ad on the KC MO. craigslist

CB Galaxy DX2547 Base & KLV-203 Amp for sale


Ron
ol'fart

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Ronnie-The Toolman
CB Handle--Six Pack
Lake of The Ozarks

are you only interested a dedicated base with a built in power supply ? a mobile version with a correct power supply will give the exact same performance for much less money when buying new . the TR696FD-1 seems to get good comments in the forums , but id get it from sparkys myself . put a 7 amp+ contious power supply with it and youll still have $200 for an antenna system/coax and a meter , maybe even a few mods by al to go along with his normal free tune up and alignment .

Kenwood TS 430S or 440.

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XDX74

See if you can find a Uniden Grant LT mobile that hasn't been all hacked up. Add a small power supply and spend the rest on a good antenna and coax.