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    Is resonance really where you get best antenna performance?

    Ground plane is on the imax.
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    Is resonance really where you get best antenna performance?

    Like I said in my original post. That 22' of wire sure seems 5/8 to me...‍♂️ I guess that makes me a troll because I don't agree with one's personal opinion. (sad)
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    I use a 4 element for DX. The antenna works great. Don't plan to sell anything.
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    Is resonance really where you get best antenna performance?

    LOL I am sorry, I am confused as you must be talking to someone else about the troll comment??? This is a forum...just speaking my opinion. Now, I am pretty sure there is a healthy 22+ feet of wire after that capacitor but you can sit here and tell me it's whatever wavelength you want...
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    To be honest, I just wanted solid equipment. I looked at Texas stars and other cheaper options. Nah, better to spend the money and be done. The 7300 and 80B have been ROCK SOLID for me. Very happy with the setup. I also plan to get my general soon.
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    Is resonance really where you get best antenna performance?

    My "Max 2000" after some tuning. Yes, I did lengthen the overall length to 24' 4". So I added a total of 9 inches to the top whip. Works pretty good for a (1/2) wave...
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    Is resonance really where you get best antenna performance?

    The Imax is 5/8 wave....period. My tape measure doesn't lie.
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    I ended up going with an Icom 7300 and an Ameritron AL-80B. I'm happy!
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    I take it you are not a 811A fan?
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    Interesting. I find the Anytone to be fairly stable and clean. Maybe not "kenwood" clean but it isn't bad. I had a 570D and nobody has noticed a difference between the two.
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    That is a big part of the reason I have been looking into Ameritron.
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    I like the idea of either. DX1600 definetly has ease of use and the Ameritron having more options. Sounds like I can't really go wrong with either. Ameritron is back ordered until who knows when. I have been looking for used amps. Pretty few and far between. I must not be looking in the right...
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    How do you feel about the new (fake) 2879's in the new texas stars? Are they ok at 13v with "reasonable" drive? I hear mixed reviews.
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    What is your opinion on the 811H?
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    Yes those are nice amps. I just talk with a local group on 27.335 lowerside. Good clean group of guys. I just need a few extra Ws in the wire to get to the stations over the mountain. The problem is not everyone in our group has horizontal beams (including myself). So I figured a few extra clean...
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    I agree it is overkill but I don't want to drive it hard. I might consider the 500v. Run it at 400 with a fan. Hope it lasts.
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    I am also leaning towards a higher end Ameritron. How do you feel about the AL-80B?
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    My problem is I am right against the side of a hill. Running an Imax at 30'. Back to the original question now..
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    Looking for amplifier options for SSB (10-12)m

    Hi, I am a SSB user on 11 meters. Soon getting license for other bands. I am looking for a good clean amp for use with SSB. What would be a good option? My current radio is an Anytone 6666. I have my eyes set on the Texas Star DX1600. My question is, is the 1600 clean on SSB or would I be...