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by !KANT
Tue Apr 08, 2014 11:30 am
Forum: To VOODOO, or Not To VOODOO
Topic: Is this a utopian goal!?
Replies: 4
Views: 16922

You're NOT going to get to past 3.6kHz with a bandwidth oshift of 0 - 3000, just not going to happen. The shift MUST be 100 - 3000 for proper balance. With proper EQ'ing and control you can have a response of 50Hz - 4kHz--[I've seen/heard 39Hz - 4.7kHz with extreme EQ control.] With the 870 there is...
by !KANT
Sun Mar 23, 2014 8:11 pm
Forum: Maniacal Microphones
Topic: Condenser microphones
Replies: 5
Views: 18987

Personally, I prefer the FULL sound condensers are known for. But depending on environment, many need to be tamed/controlled. There is a video I acquired several months ago named, "Master Class". It's a uncut comparison of HIGH END condenser microphones tested in a Professional studio environment. I...
by !KANT
Wed Mar 19, 2014 6:33 pm
Forum: The Audion Connection
Topic: VIRUAL Audio Processing
Replies: 2
Views: 14738

VIRUAL Audio Processing

The strive for improved eSSB at the lowest possibly cost is still staple. More than a lot of us have spent thousands on audio processing components alone. But cost isn't the only factor I'm wanting to touch upon. We also have to take into consideration the time consuming task of physically plugging ...
by !KANT
Mon Feb 03, 2014 8:36 pm
Forum: Yak, Yak, Yakity, Yak.....
Topic: Grind My Gears Moment..."You Sir, Are Wide!!"
Replies: 0
Views: 16006

Grind My Gears Moment..."You Sir, Are Wide!!"

*In Peter Griffin's Voice* You know what grind my gears??... The operators with bandSCOPES built into their radios. Then come to the frequency where another station is operating to tell them, "you're wide, I can see it on my scope!!" I have heard this first hand on several occasions, different bands...
by !KANT
Mon Feb 03, 2014 8:09 pm
Forum: Yak, Yak, Yakity, Yak.....
Topic: Grind My Gears Moment...It's NOT Plug and Play!!
Replies: 0
Views: 13200

Grind My Gears Moment...It's NOT Plug and Play!!

*In Peter Griffin's Voice* You know what grind my gears??... Operators who purchase audio gear, hook it up, get RFI or bad audio reports, throw blame like a flame thrower, then "burn down the house to get rid of termites". All of us have been influenced by at least one person involved with eSSB and ...
by !KANT
Mon Feb 03, 2014 7:27 pm
Forum: Yak, Yak, Yakity, Yak.....
Topic: Grind My Gears Moment..."How Does My Audio Sound?"
Replies: 0
Views: 12774

Grind My Gears Moment..."How Does My Audio Sound?"

*In Peter Griffin's Voice* You know what grind my gears??... Operators that constantly ask, "how does my audio to you??" The first couple times are tolerable, maybe a little baiting. BUT every 2 minutes on the minute??!!! Then get compliments with most other operators suggesting to not touch a thing...
by !KANT
Mon Feb 03, 2014 5:36 pm
Forum: Yak, Yak, Yakity, Yak.....
Topic: Software Audio Processing...
Replies: 0
Views: 12014

Software Audio Processing...

As many of you may have already noticed, more than just a few Hams are using Software to process their audio rather than rack gear. In fact, they're sprouting thru the weeds at a secretively decent pace. It shouldn't be of any surprise considering the trending popularity of SOFTWARE Defined Radios. ...
by !KANT
Wed Jan 15, 2014 1:44 am
Forum: Tricks of the Trade
Topic: Solid-sate vs. tube amp and RFI in audio chains!?
Replies: 1
Views: 11968

I can NOT provided a documented answer, but I've heard stations with both types of amplifiers and had their fair share of RFI--neither proved to be more problematic than the other. I will say, you WILL hear a difference between Solid State and Tube linear amplifiers. This test was done several times...
by !KANT
Mon Jan 13, 2014 10:37 pm
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: Should we inform others of the mode of operation. ESSB
Replies: 2
Views: 14738

This is a VERY interesting question. Last week I started calling "CQ CQ CQ eSSB...eSSBers or VooDoo Crew" on 10M. Obviously no one came back, but still I thought it was a hoot to call just for eSSB stations ONLY. Another little fun I will start having is, having QSO's with "narrow" audio and in the ...
by !KANT
Wed Jan 08, 2014 4:16 pm
Forum: Maniacal Microphones
Topic: Variable D (Explained)
Replies: 0
Views: 11543

Variable D (Explained)

by !KANT
Wed Jan 08, 2014 4:02 pm
Forum: Maniacal Microphones
Topic: Electro Voice RE-20 vs. RE-320 Comparison
Replies: 0
Views: 12257

Electro Voice RE-20 vs. RE-320 Comparison

Comparison

Think I'll keep mine after all. 8)
by !KANT
Thu Jan 02, 2014 2:12 pm
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: How to scope your signal
Replies: 4
Views: 17951

You can also check out Alan's [W2AEW] video on Youtube. 8)
by !KANT
Wed Jan 01, 2014 11:28 am
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: (((((RFI))))))
Replies: 14
Views: 43196

You're welcome. Continue to keep us updated on this.
by !KANT
Wed Jan 01, 2014 3:29 am
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: (((((RFI))))))
Replies: 14
Views: 43196

C&P from NU9N.com... Bypass Capacitors: RFI Bypass Capacitor Installation Another trick you can use to suppress RF is the installation of ceramic disc bypass capacitors. For balanced audio signals, use .001µF ceramic disc caps between plus and chassis ground, and between minus and chassis ground. Th...
by !KANT
Wed Jan 01, 2014 2:56 am
Forum: Modification Maddness
Topic: FT DX3000 Settings
Replies: 6
Views: 36779

I believe there was a firmware update. The FT-DX-3K can hit 4.2kHz if EQ'ed correctly, but the low end end suffers by dropping like a rock at 100Hz. If Yaesu allows for extended low-end response [to 40Hz] the DX-3K would really have an improved sound.
by !KANT
Wed Jan 01, 2014 2:48 am
Forum: Modification Maddness
Topic: TC Electronic Triple C mod
Replies: 6
Views: 27561

Still, congratulations on a job well done!! 8)
by !KANT
Tue Dec 31, 2013 10:50 pm
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: Hello u all ! I am new here to forum
Replies: 2
Views: 13756

Welcome to the Forum Section. Look forward to fielding any questions you may have. Trying to find a DSP-100 is like finding a pound gold particles in your fingernails. But you may be surprised when one pops up anywhere and fetch top dollar--prepare yourself. :wink:
by !KANT
Tue Dec 31, 2013 10:44 pm
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: How to scope your signal
Replies: 4
Views: 17951

There was a design which was readily available online years ago--may have been from Tyler's site too. It was rather simple to make, so long as you had the necessary parts on hand it would take about 30 minutes to construct. [If I did it, ANYONE can do it :lol:] And it worked perfectly even with the ...
by !KANT
Tue Dec 31, 2013 10:36 pm
Forum: Yada, Yada, Yada......
Topic: (((((RFI))))))
Replies: 14
Views: 43196

I inquired with a fellow ham bud/Electrical Enginneer of mine in regard to grounding the clip. His suggestion, if it's less than 6ft. don't bother shorting it to ground. Installing .001 bypass caps on inputs are still suggested.
by !KANT
Tue Dec 31, 2013 10:22 pm
Forum: Maniacal Microphones
Topic: Behringer T-1 mic
Replies: 1
Views: 11830

I have yet to hear one on the air. I was considering adding one as a replacement if I move the RE-320, since I'm preferring the "effortless" reproduction of sound condensers provide. Keep us posted. Would enjoy getting some feedback of your likes and dislikes of the T-1.