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KG4OHE
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 24, 2012 08:28
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Very Happy with this rig
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I've now had my Pro3 for nearly 6 months and have nothing but praise for it. Replaced my old faithful warhorse ICOM 746 (non-Pro) and I couldn't believe the difference betwen the rigs, especialy the Pro3 receiver!
As far as DSP complaints in earlier reviews, how can you expect a DSP to create a hole between overlapping signals when none exists! DSP isn't magic.
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G4RNW
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 22, 2012 11:40
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Nearly 4 years on
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Still go strong - So Far ! My only minor niggle is the tiny power adjustment pot, otherwise it has not dissapointed so far! I can't see myself trading this in, in the hear future.
I would still recommned this rig, even though it is no longer the latest technology. But it depends of course on what your priorities are. I am not a contester, just an occassional DXer and rag chewer.It is an easy rig to use and soon becomes instinctive.
You dont have to keep delving into the menus once it is set up to your liking.
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W3LZK
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 16, 2012 12:08
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756 Pro III Haven't found one better..yet
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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In 2 weeks I will have had my Icom 756 Pro III for 3 years, mine was one of the last batches of Pro III's to be manufactured by Icom before it went out of production. This rig is still impressive, the band scope is quite the thing, it as close to real time as you can get. Are there newer and better rigs out there..sure, for me though..I haven't found it..yet. The Pro III was and still is for me the culmination of 10 years of saving..buying..selling, upgrading to the point I'm at now. My other rig is a 8 year old IC-746 Pro, which in and of itself is a good rig. Will I ever sell my Pro III..can't picture it..maybe one day, when I really, really tire of her, but that time hasn't come. If you can find one of these rigs in great shape..get one, this is still a rig for the ages, still a viable contest rig, a will hold its own in most if not all applications you may want to use this rig.
73 de Mark
W3LZK
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W3UT
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 16, 2012 09:23
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Great Rig
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I have owned the entire 756Pro line. The Pro 3 is an outstanding performer and the best of the Pro series. The Pro 2 was a fine radio, the Pro 3 was slightly better in the receiver but very close. Have tried the newer Icom models and my ears really can't hear significant receiver improvements. The newer models have a simulated VU meter that's lame. The newer models are very nice, but for me, not worth the expense of upgrade. The Pro 3 isn't the newest kid on the block but is still one fine radio that's hard to beat.
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AK7V
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 26, 2011 15:20
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Excellent
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I am primarily a CW op. This is an excellent rig. Receiver is great, noise reduction works well, good QSK, variable filters work well, display is easy to read. Some knobs are a little small, but certainly usable. Internal antenna tuner is very good -- matches better than 3:1 SWR in my experience. Spectrum scope is useful and effective. General coverage receive is great.
I've been having nothing but fun with this rig. I haven't operated anything newer, but am completely satisfied with the Pro 3.
If you're looking for an excellent all-around rig, keep an eye out for a good used Pro 3.
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K1VI
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 15, 2011 09:06
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It just keeps on keeping on
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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This is a follow-up to my Sept 2007 review. Every bit as happy now, as then. Sharp, simple, and receiving many unsolicited compliments on the audio with the Heil 781 mic. With my THP 1.5 linear (super!), and my modest G5RV at 40 feet (if that), I should complete my 5-band DXCC this year, with most contacts using this radio.
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KC0MFK
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 13, 2011 09:16
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Impressive Radio
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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After looking at many radios I purchased a used ProIII in mint condition. This is one fine radio with more features than I'll ever need. I considered a new 7600 but after operating one for an afternoon liked the ProIII better. I couldn't hear any significant improvement with the 7600 and the lack of a real meter was a shortcoming. The 7600 is a very nice radio but I like the ProIII better. If not for the meter issue I probably would have purchased the newer 7600. I'm very happy with the ProIII and happy with my purchase
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VE7REN
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 12, 2011 19:25
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epic!!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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update to my 2009 review. have yet to find a nicer and or better rig in this category/feature/price category. unbelievably beautiful radio to use and have fun with.i mimic all the good things said about this fine radio,after 2 yrs...............
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W3DS
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 11, 2011 10:29
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Great Rig!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Purchased a new ProIII two years ago and it's been an outstanding transceiver. Supurb quality, an enjoyable radio to operate. I think this radio will be remembered as one of the all time greats. If you can find one used you won't be disappointed.
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AK2F
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 28, 2010 19:37
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Does everything I need and more
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Does everything I need it to do and it does it well. Two features over older/basic rigs are the nice color band scope, and 100W 6 meters.
Works well on 6M - 160M and occasional general coverage RX. RX bandwidth on SSB can be programmed from 3.6 KHz to anything narrower. SSB transmit can be set to 2.8 KHz which results in unsolicited audio compliments using stock hand microphone.
Size and cost are good for my shack. I don't run contests, so haven't seen a need to chase after roofing filter craze. In my opinion, much of the QRM is right on your frequency from poor operators. I don't run pre-amplifiers on 20M and lower which helps dynamic range.
I've operated lots of other high end radios and haven't notice anything really performing better. If anything, some of the more expensive radios add more complication in user interface. I find the Pro II to be just about right for me.
These give one of the best bang for the buck in the used market, about $1300. Hopefully this will leave you some change for a good antenna and amp.
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