I know there have been some different views on this little radio from many different users..My thoughts are it's a Fantastic radio.Just got it in and i have compared it to 2 different rigs on the same antenna..A 2950dx and a kenwood ts-450s..I can state for a fact mine has a lower noise floor that either the kenwood or the 2950..I can honestly say it beats them both on reception..I hope others that have bought this version has had the same results..Amazing bang for the buck..Mine put's out 55 watts SSB and 45 watts am with glowing audio reports on am and ssb plenty of punchy audio..I had not even intended to get one of these but i picked it up off feebay for nearly nothing new in the box..Less than half price..If they all perform like mine has you will be in good shape i highly recommened it.Mine has a bit slower agc that the 2950 and makes for crystal clear reception on ssb..I can't say enough good things about this radio so far No issues at all..Just my 2 cents