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| Reviews Summary for DX Tools Quantum Loop v2.0+ |
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Reviews: 5
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Average rating: 4.6/5
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MSRP: $$250
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Description: MW Amplified ferrite loop antenna designed for serious DX, options for LW and Tropical Band.
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Product is in production.
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More info: http://www.dxtools.com
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K2VI
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 5, 2011 18:11
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Superb quality
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I have owned the wellbrook 1530s and palomar LA-1
Both preformed well however my quantum V 2+ will bring in signals noticably stronger than the above mentioned. For instance the wellbrook would pull in WBAP 820 in fort worth TX on my R-30A S-4-6 WITH NOISE.The quantum would pull it in s-9 with very little noise. I just ordered another.Im afraid gerry will retire and i will never be able to aquire one of theese gems again.Thanks gerry for such a fine DX tool.
Anthony Costa
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K4FMH
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 25, 2011 17:30
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Excellent!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I've had the 2.0+ model for several years. I've been building and using loops for MW DXing for over 45 years now. This is the best loop fir MW DXing that I've ever used...bar none. I marvel at Gerry's craftsmanship. I also bought his Phaser product and used it in conjunction with a random wire to enhance the 2.0+ loop. Gerry gives good instructions on how to use the phaser with the loop but he's also available to work out any kinks. Couldn't ask for any better!
I've used this loop with both a JRC NRD-545 and a Perseus SDR for MW DXing. I'm not sure that I could do better with the Perseus and Gerry's 2.0+ Loop.
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K5MSY
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Rating: 3/5
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Sep 10, 2011 07:58
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Average
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I bought this one used on Ebay. Maybe the components are of good quality, I don't know. But, the feel of the knobs and switches seems cheap and rather flimsy. Performance is OK, but not to the same standards as the old KIWA loop. I tried three times to purchase a manual from the company, but the owner refused to sell me one. My overall experience with the company and their loop antenna is one of disappointment.
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WI0H
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 4, 2011 12:00
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A must for the MW DXer
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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While I consider myself a casual mediumwave DXer at best, I love my Quantum Loop. The loop has all of the nulling capabilities you'd expect, and can easily get rid of the local pests here in Baltimore and hear what's behind them. The controls are all simple and straight forward, and the build quality is very good. In case there is a problem though, Gerry Thomas will stand behind his products. Best of all, the 9v battery power gives you complete portability. Between this and my Yaesu 817 I can set up a very capable and portable mediumwave listening post in no time at all. Believe me, there's nothing like taking this little combo to the beach for a little transatlantic DXing.
I highly recommend this antenna for anyone interested in mediumwave.
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K6HOM
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 28, 2009 16:29
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One of the best MW antennas!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I have been very pleased with this antenna. Use it with my Drake R8A for MW DXing in conjunction with a 100' sloper antenna and an outdoor-mounted Wellbrook loop.
This is an excellent AM MW performer. It consistently delivers stronger signals with quieter backgrounds than my wire. The Wellbrook is also quiet, but its signals are of relatively low strength compared to the QL 2.0+. The QL 2.0+ signals have significantly higher "intelligibility" than my other two antennas...can't think of a better quality for a SWL product to have! Easy to operate, right on your desktop! Do NOT underestimate the value of the QX control in separating stations that are very close together, this is a deal-breaker over the Wellbrook or any wire. Probably the best MW active antenna out there for the money.
Gerry at DX Tools is a gem, he hand-tunes every one of these. You won't get a bad one.
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