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HAM Radio 101

Remembering My First Ham Radio License

Like many hams of my generation, I got my Novice license as an 11-year- old in junior high school (1958). I was active in Boy Scouts and already had an […]

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Products & Product Reviews

New Product Spotlight: Fresh Gear from bhi, NTE Electronics, and ISO-TIP

Here are three new offerings that show DX Engineering’s commitment to helping you get more enjoyment out of all aspects of ham radio, whether you’re soldering a connector, installing a […]

Technical Articles

The Pros and Cons of Using an Amp with QRP Radios

Less is more. QRP (low power operation) is becoming quite popular among hams who take a minimalist approach to amateur radio communications. Some radio amateurs who are licensed to use […]

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Products & Product Reviews

DX Engineering New Product Spotlight: OSL Calibration Set for RigExpert Antenna Analyzers

For anyone who loves the ease and functionality of their RigExpert Analyzer, here’s a new offering from DX Engineering that makes one of the most respected pieces of test equipment […]

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HAM Radio 101

There Is Youth in Ham Radio

“People still do that?!” -People when you tell them you’re a ham. At first, I thought about quoting Mark Twain’s famously misquoted line concerning the “greatly exaggerated” reports of his […]

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Products & Product Reviews

Off-Center Fed (OCF) Antenna: Multitalented or Misunderstood?

The Off-Center Fed dipole (OCF)–also called a Windom by many–has received mixed reviews among amateur radio operators. Although thousands of hams use and love these multi-band antennas, some people, including […]

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Products & Product Reviews

New Product Spotlight: AlexLoop HamPack Portable Magnetic Loop Antenna System

For operators who have been itching to shake off winter’s chill and enjoy outdoor operating and a much-needed infusion of fresh air, DX Engineering carries a new product you’ll want […]

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It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Ogasawara

Editor’s Note: Every month, DX Engineering features QSL cards from our team members’ personal collections. To highlight upcoming DXpeditions, we’ll be displaying a few of our favorite cards along with details […]

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Products & Product Reviews

New Manufacturer Spotlight: Eclipse Tools

For more than two decades, Eclipse Tools has continued to deliver a growing line of high-quality, value-priced tools for professionals as well as amateur radio enthusiasts who rely on their […]

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Products & Product Reviews

Ham Products for Effective Grounding and Lightning Protection: DX Engineering Grounding Clamps

Whether for permanent or temporary installations, well-built clamps are the unsung heroes of a Ham radio station’s grounding system. When looking for the right clamps for your application, keep in […]