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super antenna MP1DXR HF. is it a wast of money?
- Thread starter Mudduckmobile
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But, But, But,...................... EVERYTHING about this antenna is SUPER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PACKAGE CONTENTS: MP1C Super Antenna + SW1 SuperWhip + UM2 SuperMount + MR4010 Super Radial Set + FG1 SWR Ruler + GB1 Super Go Bag. Everything collapses down and packs into the stealth black Go Bag zip case. DESIGN: The MP1DXR is a genuine Super Antenna.
Well, I guess the SWR ruler (WTF?) is not SUPER
the "reviews" are hilarious...........
the first reviewer compares it to his "30 meter NVIS dipole"
the second reviewer actually said " remember that physics has been and will still be wrong many times. so FORGET the whole big antenna is better battle.
the first reviewer compares it to his "30 meter NVIS dipole"
the second reviewer actually said " remember that physics has been and will still be wrong many times. so FORGET the whole big antenna is better battle.
Looks like some bullshit aimed toward the doomsday prepper type. Mainly a person who doesn't have a clue how a radio works but just needs one when someone drops a duce in the fan.
Moderator's note: It's not cool to start a thread, get a bunch of opinions on the product in question and then delete the thread. Others may find the information useful.
I actually have experience with this antenna - well, at least the original version from the original company (there is an interesting story there). This is the same maker, though.
The first thing to understand is that purpose of any antenna like this is to provide portability, mobility, and simple setup and takedown in a small package. Its purpose is not to provide the most efficient HF antenna possible. The same can be said for any antenna with a similar design such as the Buddistick.
Calling an antenna like this "snake oil" is unfair unless the manufacturer is making performance claims which are false. Unless I missed it, I didn't see any outrageous performance claims on the manufacturer's website. The performance of this particular antenna is no worse (and probably a little better) than hamsticks that tons of hams run in their mobile every day. I would hope that people that choose an antenna like this are doing so for the portability and size requirements over unrealistic performance expectations.
I see that they've made several small improvements over the one I played with, including the radial system which was an issue originally. I used the older version of this antenna quite a bit at RV campgrounds and other places where large antennas could not be erected. I had fun and made contacts - a lot of them. The antenna is quite a compromise, so band conditions are really important.
You didn't state what you're trying to accomplish or why you're looking at an antenna like this. Maybe it suits your purpose or maybe it doesn't, but we need more information.
The first thing to understand is that purpose of any antenna like this is to provide portability, mobility, and simple setup and takedown in a small package. Its purpose is not to provide the most efficient HF antenna possible. The same can be said for any antenna with a similar design such as the Buddistick.
Calling an antenna like this "snake oil" is unfair unless the manufacturer is making performance claims which are false. Unless I missed it, I didn't see any outrageous performance claims on the manufacturer's website. The performance of this particular antenna is no worse (and probably a little better) than hamsticks that tons of hams run in their mobile every day. I would hope that people that choose an antenna like this are doing so for the portability and size requirements over unrealistic performance expectations.
I see that they've made several small improvements over the one I played with, including the radial system which was an issue originally. I used the older version of this antenna quite a bit at RV campgrounds and other places where large antennas could not be erected. I had fun and made contacts - a lot of them. The antenna is quite a compromise, so band conditions are really important.
You didn't state what you're trying to accomplish or why you're looking at an antenna like this. Maybe it suits your purpose or maybe it doesn't, but we need more information.
It's a portable antenna...You can't expect large beam performance with a portable antenna can you? It is a bit pricey and there is better portables out there. For about $150 you could buy a MFJ 17ft. telescoping whip with a tapping loading coil and a portable tripod.
All else fails, take a slingshot and some wire and a few dipole parts and find a good tree or make a mast out of PVC sections.
All else fails, take a slingshot and some wire and a few dipole parts and find a good tree or make a mast out of PVC sections.
Its the same old thing. Portable and comprimise or stay home and have a big system. If I bought it, I would get that MFJ 17' collapsable whip. 1979 I think it is. I use it with my Alpha Antenna with good success.
