Tips on How to Make Your Next Hamfest a Prime Day for Buying or Selling
After parking and waiting in line, you finally make it inside the gates. You drop off your ticket for the prize drawings, and you’re ready to bargain. No two hamfests […]
An Amateur Radio Blog by DX Engineering Recent Posts
Technical Articles
Events
3Y0J Bouvet Island 2023 QSL Cards Have Arrived!
QSL cards from the DX Engineering-sponsored 3Y0J Bouvet Island 2023 DXpedition began arriving in mailboxes around the world in May. One of the recipients, Dave, N8NB, was kind enough to […]
Uncategorized
Deliberate QRM (DQRM): What is it and What Can Be Done About It?
The Northern California DX Foundation is Looking for Answers We’re sure you’ve heard the expression, “A few rotten apples spoil the whole bunch.” This seems to be increasingly, and alarmingly, […]
Events
K3LR Super Station to Host Young Hams During the RSGB IOTA Contest on July 29
DX Engineering has a long history of supporting young hams. The experienced operators at the company recognize the importance of extending opportunities to the bright and talented youngsters who represent […]
Events
13 Colonies—a Truly Special Event
Independence Day is one of my favorite times of the year. Cookouts, friends and family, fireworks and, of course, the 13 Colonies Special Event. The 15th Annual 13 Colonies Special […]
Events / HAM Radio 101
Hamfests—What’s in it for Me?
If you’ve been to one—or several—you already know. If you haven’t, read on. You could be missing a good time! A hamfest is a convention of amateur radio enthusiasts, usually […]
Amateur Radio News
Yasme Foundation Announces 2023 Grants and Excellence Award
In June, the board of directors of The Yasme Foundation announced the recipient of its annual Excellence Award, Neil Rapp, WB9VPG, along with grants that will be used to support […]
Products & Product Reviews
Some Antenna Choices for Successful Portable Operations (Part 2)
Earlier this month OnAllBands highlighted the DX Engineering EZ-BUILD UWA Center-T and End Insulator Kit—an excellent choice for hassle-free and effective portable operations. Today, we’re showcasing two more proven options […]
Photo Galleries
It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Lithuania and Poland
Poland/Lithuania Special Event in July On July 17, 1933, a modified Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker piloted by two Lithuanians, Steponas Darius and Stanislovas Girėnas, crashed in a treetop in Poland, killing […]
Antenna Tech / Technical Articles
Antenna Choices for Successful Portable Operations (Part 1)
When it comes to choosing the right gear for portable operations, you may want to consider the 4 Ps as you make your selections: Portability, Performance, Perfectly Easy Deployment, and, […]
