Resonant and Non-Resonant Amateur Radio Antennas–Which is Better?
When it comes to ham radio, choosing the right antenna is one of the most important decisions an operator will make. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of varieties: Yagis, […]
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DX Engineering 25th Anniversary: A Look Back at the Early Years—DX Engineering Antenna Hardware
In celebration of DX Engineering’s 25th anniversary this year, OnAllBands will be taking an expansive look at how DX Engineering grew from a company carrying a small but highly regarded […]
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It’s All in the Cards! VU4AX DXpedition to South Andaman Island Coming Soon
The excitement is building for the VU4AX DXpedition to South Andaman Island scheduled for March 10-20, 2025. This 12-operator HF (160-10M, including WARC bands and some CW/FT4-FT8 on 60M) activation […]
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New Product Spotlight: “The CW Way of Life” Reference Book
Want to learn Morse code and enjoy the thrill of CW operating? Here’s more than a little help from an operator who knows his way around a straight key and […]
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Celebrate President’s Day with the Hams Who Served Them
Make a QSO with the White House Communications Agency Amateur Radio Club’s Special Event Station, WØH, Feb. 16-18 2025. Hams with a knack for history know that President’s Day (which […]
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FT8
FT8: Saving or Destroying Ham Radio?
Let me start by saying that this is an OPINION PIECE. Everybody has an opinion. Everyone is entitled to his or her opinion. I try to explore all sides, but […]
EMCOMM
EMCOMM in Action: Providing Communications Support for the Pan Ohio Hope Ride
The Pan Ohio Hope Ride (POHR) is a noncompetitive one–, two–, or four-day cycling event that supports the American Cancer Society. Either as an individual or part of a team, […]
Antenna Tech
Resonant and Non-Resonant Amateur Radio Antennas–Which is Better?
When it comes to ham radio, choosing the right antenna is one of the most important decisions an operator will make. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of varieties: Yagis, […]
Product Reviews
New Product Spotlight: Chameleon SOTA Activation Zone Portable HF Antennas
In the market for an antenna that’s portable, lightweight, easy to set up, versatile, and effective for SOTA, POTA, Field Day, or any outdoor ops? DX Engineering’s Michael Murphy, KI8R, […]
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Ham Culture & Entertainment
DX Engineering 25th Anniversary: A Look Back at the Early Years—DX Engineering Antenna Hardware
In celebration of DX Engineering’s 25th anniversary this year, OnAllBands will be taking an expansive look at how DX Engineering grew from a company carrying a small but highly regarded […]
Events
It’s All in the Cards! VU4AX DXpedition to South Andaman Island Coming Soon
The excitement is building for the VU4AX DXpedition to South Andaman Island scheduled for March 10-20, 2025. This 12-operator HF (160-10M, including WARC bands and some CW/FT4-FT8 on 60M) activation […]
Products & Product Reviews
New Product Spotlight: “The CW Way of Life” Reference Book
Want to learn Morse code and enjoy the thrill of CW operating? Here’s more than a little help from an operator who knows his way around a straight key and […]
Ham Culture & Entertainment
Celebrate President’s Day with the Hams Who Served Them
Make a QSO with the White House Communications Agency Amateur Radio Club’s Special Event Station, WØH, Feb. 16-18 2025. Hams with a knack for history know that President’s Day (which […]
HAM Radio 101
Ham Radio 101: The Amateur Radio General Class License—Is It for You?
A General class amateur radio license is the middle level of three amateur radio operator licenses in the United States. It gives you access to most amateur radio bands and […]
Events
Registration Open for Contest University 2025 Dayton. Sign Up Today to Reserve Your Spot!
Okay, it’s freezing at DX Engineering headquarters near Akron, Ohio. If it’s equally frigid at your QTH, here is some hot news that will get you psyched for sunnier days […]
Ham Culture & Entertainment
What Does Amateur Radio Do for Youth?
Surprisingly, most high school students would prefer not to spend their weekends in the basements (granted, basements furnished nicely with radios and, hopefully, amplifiers) of hams who will spend a […]
Ham Culture & Entertainment
Did Parks on the Air (POTA) Save Ham Radio?
Several months ago I saw a non-ham friend at the park. During our chat, he happened to look at the call sign license plate on my SUV. “Ham radio? Are […]
Events
DX Engineering’s Jeff Steinman, N5TJ, to Speak at the 2025 Orlando Contest Dinner
Plus, Stop by and Talk Amateur Radio with Some of the DX Engineering Crew at 2025 HamCation! If you’re one of the fortunate amateur radio enthusiasts to be taking in […]
