OK, now this is a legitimate breadcrumb trail. I do not know where you (LNXAUTHOR) are located. If in the US, John Kruk, Yaesu National Sales Rep, should be contacted, if you wish.
Others *may* have credible sources but an unidentified someone on a Facebook group isn't a credible source.
Quote from: K4FMH on December 28, 2022, 07:31:11 AM Others *may* have credible sources but an unidentified someone on a Facebook group isn't a credible source.I find Facebook user groups more credible than eHam and QRZ, and more up to date with younger members trying new things.
Chip shortage excuse? Probably more due to pricing. It seems that more hams would rather have a cheaper Xiegu from China than a Yaesu from Japan.73, Ed