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W6AAV
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 6, 2009 04:44
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Excellent
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I just installed this antenna on the tower yesterday at 36 feet. The SWR on 15 and 20 is broad and 1.2:1. 10m on the other hand has a 1.5:1 which is well within the specs and workable. Would love to see it lower. The antenna is built like a tank! There are a lot of parts and measurements to this antenna. I took my time and completed the assembly within 4 days keeping in mind I have other house hold duties to tend to. The key is taking your time and read the instructions many times before starting the assembly and pay close attention when you do assemble. The following morning I worked Europe with 100 watts receiving 59+ reports and the band was not in the greatest shape. Bit pricy as others have stated, but you get what you pay for. Great antenna.
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N3EON
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 3, 2007 09:05
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Dependable Antenna
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I looked at a lot of small to medium size tribanders before deciding on the KT34 by M2, which is the new and improved version of the now defunct KLM KT34A. This antenna is pricey and comes with many parts that will take considerable time to build. Careful attention to dimensions is the key to getting it right the first time. Fortunately, I worked with an experienced ham who knew his way around these antennas. The beam has 4 active elements on 10, 15 and 20 meters. It is very broadbanded and my SWR is well within specs even at 40 feet. I previously owned a Cushcraft A3S and a small Optibeam. Evaluating antenna performance in poor conditions is not easy, but I can certainly say it puts out a very competitive signal. It has a robust 3" boom and solid construction. This is an excellent antenna for those looking for a dependable workhorse that should give you years of enjoyment.
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IK4PKN
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 28, 2007 14:05
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The best buy!
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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I was on freq for 2 years with my optibeam 11-3
but i receive 2-3 point smeter minus Vs my ham friend that use a klm kt34 ..very near to my station..and in a march 2007 i buy this m2 kt34..
now i listen the same signal :-)
Thanks to M2
Paolo ik4pkn
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N3AF
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 12, 2004 20:55
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A+
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Just a quick followup to my previous posting. The antenna exceeds all my expectations on performance. I worked VR2 with 200w and received a solid 599, a first from a VR2. Today worked 3DA0 with my QRP rig at 5w...no problem 599.
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K6JMH
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 7, 2003 01:18
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Great Antenna
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I've been using this antenna for over 12 months at my home qth set at 33 ft. on a tower. Using only 100 watts, I consistently get 59+ reports from most stations. Almost always am heard quickly in the pileups. I'm hearing and working stations I never heard with lesser antennas
Strong and well built with the machined shorting bars and boom to mast clamps, this antenna has rekindled my interest in the HF bands.
This antenna is by far the most intricate antenna assembly I have attempted, but by reading the manual a few times, I was able to get it put together correctly the first time!
Kudos to the gang at M2 !!
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