I want to replace my HR 2510. And I'm looking at the quad sixes because they're inexpensive. I'm also looking at the RCI 2970 Maybe an N4. Much more money for that. Is it worth it? Probably mostly do 10 m dxing.
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Quad 6 or RCI 2970?
- Thread starter ClaimJumper
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Also look at the AT-5555NII. I personally stay away from RCI. The quality is just not there.
Avoid anything made by Ranger, including all the sub-brands like Connex and Galaxy. The early version 2950's and 2970's were OK, but since then they have gone downhill and the newer ones are drifty junk with poor quality control.
6666 is a great radio, but the 5555N2 is even better, and only a wee bit more expensive. Anytone radios will give you the most bang for your buck.
6666 is a great radio, but the 5555N2 is even better, and only a wee bit more expensive. Anytone radios will give you the most bang for your buck.
And I think the 5555NII/QT-60, is closer in transition to a traditional 10m radio, like the HR-2510. Unlike the Ranger built lines, that are Export CB radios for the trucker crowd.
I've got both radios you mentioned and while they are both good, the anytone is far ahead in technology by many aspects. Both have strong points but the anytone has more than the ranger. The one ranger wins in the match up is only in power, all other aspects the anytone takes the win..... easily!
I own several Rangers, 2950dx6, 2970n2, tre-797 and all work great once they're set up but all of my anytone ssb rigs were born ready.
As mentioned above, throw the 5555N2 into the equation and it takes the crown for less money than the Ranger, a tad more that the quad 6 and it will do your ham work really well too.
Just my thoughts
I agree, and decent ham rig will run circles around these so "exports"
I already have an HF rig that runs 10 m, but I'm really after the 11 m with sideband. Though I won't use it very often. But since they make them that also have 10 and 12 m I figured I may as well stick with that type of unit.
Hands down the quad5N2. Much nicer screen, easy to read, less quirks. Also, it is much more stable on sideband than both of the other radios. The 2970 would be the least stable, followed by the Q6, and then the Q5. The Q6 is not bad but when the temp in your vehicle changes, the Q6 isn’t nearly as stable as the Q5.
Thank you for that info. I figured there would be a few folks out here that had experience with these radios who could give me some guidance.
Shadetree Mechanic
Delaware Base Station 808
The 5555n2 also has DSP noise reduction, a game changer for sure.
Well it looks like you guys made up my mind for me. Thank you for the replies. Quad five N2 it is!
Radioddity QT-60 is the same radio, re-badged for them. They offer support and more times than not, better pricing. I have one myself and think it is quite good for a 10/12 (11)m toy radio.
They do, but I'm like a Toys R' Us kid. I still like my toy radios (and my decent ham rigs).
That's debatable. The 5555N2 receive is quite good. Seems to be stable enough. Been operating on 10m flawlessly for 2yrs and getting great reports. Best $259 I've ever spent on an all mode rig since the HR-2600. Ford F-150s are notorious for being transceiver unfriendly, yet the 5555N2 has great filtering. I utilize a 1/4 λ whip antenna with stake mount. If you like 10m and don't want to take a chance ruining your precious all band HF rig while mobileering- get a 5555N2 or 6666. These hot summers in NC are dusty and brutal. If this inexpensive rig breaks it is easily replaced. Lets go camping!