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Honestly I never thought an antenna could cause this situation. Once pointed out I can understand that RF radiating from an antenna to close could be a problem. But the quality I assumed would be on and only transmit and receive performance. Now is this the problem or a symptom? When using all plastic mics I am able to turn up higher, using plastic mic with wire mesh guard more problems, using Silver Eagle ALL METAL mic the most problem with squealing unusable. What are your thoughts on the new Star Duster? I am really looking to get the most distance local is the Star Duster with it's angled ground planes throwing the signal up in the ionosphere I don't know of a signal falling back down? I have spent more money quickly replacing something I just bought for something better but I can't justify the money I have spent lately so I do need a good deal cause I can't afford the best.