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Category: Amplifiers: RF Power - HF & HF+6M

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Review Summary For : ACOM 1500
Reviews: 41MSRP: 4540. USD
Description:
Acom 1500 - 1500w PEP (1200w carrier modes) 160 through 6m
manual band change and tuning. 3 Antenna Outputs, 1x 4CX1000
final.
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.acom-bg.com/home.html
# last 180 days Avg. Rating last 180 days Total reviews Avg. overall rating
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K7JQ Rating: 2015-10-30
Ditto to all the other superlatives Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Purchased this amp almost two months ago from DX Engineering, replacing an Acom 1000. Just like the 1000, it's quiet, and super easy to tune...just 400-500 watts more. I put it through its paces in the CQWW SSB DX contest last weekend, and it performed flawlessly for hours on end. Not much more to say in addition to all the other 5/5 reviews. Bob, W5OV, at DXE was very patient in answering all my questions, and they are now an authorized Acom service and repair center. If you're looking for a reliable, quality-built legal limit amp at a fair price, you can't go wrong with the Acom 1500.
W9BDN Rating: 2015-10-23
FANTASTIC !! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I purchased this amp last week and still getting use to the tuning which is a bit different. My decision to buy this amp was due to the excellent reviews. So far I really love this amplifier after retiring my trusty ole Henry 3KA after 30 years. The 1500 is extremely quite to operate, I can't hear it switch from RX to TX and the blower is also very quiet. Would recommend this amplifier to anyone. 73's Steve W9BDN
KE5JA Rating: 2015-09-27
Super Amp Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
Fantastic amp, super easy to tune, very quiet, will do 1500+ watts all day long. I have also owned an ACOM 1000 for about five years and love that amp. The 1500 was not out yet when I bought the 1000. Last fall when I purchased equipment for my A93JA station, I wanted more power and the ACOM 1500 was exactly what I wanted. I never have had a problem with either the ACOM 1000 or 1500. I would never buy an amp from any other manufacturer!
W4PIG Rating: 2015-08-01
OUTSTANDING AMP Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I HAVE HAD MY ACOM 1500 NOW FOR A YEAR THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST AMP I HAVE EVER OWNED. I WOULD GIVE IT A 10 IF I COULD. MUCH BETTER THAN THE ALPHA 9500 OR ANY ALPHA. BETTER CUSTOMER SERVICE WILL DO 1500 WATTS ALL DAY LONG. 73

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Earlier 5-star review posted by W4PIG on 2014-05-25

I HAVE OWNED A LOTS OF AMPS THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST I HAVE EVER OWNED EASY TO TUNE WILL DO LEGAL LIMIT ON 160 THRU 6 METERS. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT GOOD REPORTS ON THIS AMP ON ALL BANDS IF YOU WANT A AMP THAT WORKS 160- 6 THIS IS THE AMP TO BUY. 73S
WZ1U Rating: 2015-05-16
This a Keeper ! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I've had quite a few legal limit amplifiers during my years in Ham radio, but the ACOM 1500 ranks at the top...I new when I sold my ACOM 1000 that I made a mistake, but this time I'm not going to make another mistake again...It puts out the legal limit on SSB with ease, its quiet and the ease of tuning using the TRI tuning aid makes it a breeze...The 4CX1000A tube is available from different sources on the internet and not a problem at all...Plus dealing with Jay at Array solutions made it an easy decision purchasing an amplifier knowing that they will take care of it if ever a problem exits....Thanks Jay for your good customer service..
K4USV Rating: 2015-02-23
Top-Notch Amplifier Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
It's difficult for me to resist giving the Acom 1500 an "over-the-top" review. I've had it in my shack for only a month, but it seems as though I've had it for years. From day one, this amplifier has been a breeze to operate...quiet, relatively cool...fail-safe and most of all...FUN! My favorite feature is the switchable 6 db attenuator at the amp input which is used during the initial tune-up phase. I purchased the Acom 1500 from Array Solutions and their service, just like the amplifier, is "top-notch".
W5RDW Rating: 2015-01-24
Outstanding amp! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Bought my Acom 1500 from Array Solutions sometime ago. No problems whatsoever. It lets you know when it senses things are not right and I have accidentally exercised that feature a few times! :) I use a K3 to drive it at around 45-50 watts input. Very simple to tune up. Would recommend it to others.
NW0Q Rating: 2014-12-05
Outstanding Product Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
This is a great amp with intuitive tuning controls; performs as promised. Solid and well-built. Great service and response from Array Solutions as well.
K3UL Rating: 2014-11-27
Great Amplifier Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I purchased the 1500 three months ago and have used it on all bands and modes except for 6 meters. It does everything as advertised. I have used it in the CQWW RTTY and SSB contests and it just performed flawlessly. On RTTY, it doesn't even get hot running 1200 watts. I'm thrilled with my purchase and am planning the purchase of the 2000A. Oh, and the tune up is a breeze. Now that I am familiar with the amplifier and have the tuning charts complements of Array Solutions, I can make band changes and be ready to go in 5 to 10 seconds. If you are considering an all band amplifier, give a serious look at the Acom 1500. 73, Bob K3UL
WB4OQX Rating: 2014-11-25
I'm Impressed Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Just received my 1500 yesterday. It feels solid and works as advertised. I wanted a tube amp that would do 1500 watts on 160 and 6 meters - this one does and is easy to tune and well protected against operator error. Very pleased with Array Solutions products and service as always.