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Review Summary For : ACOM 1000
Reviews: 198MSRP: 3250 USD
Description:
HF+6M Linear Amplifier

The ACOMĀ 1000 HF Linear Amplifier is the world's best value in an amateur HF amplifier. The ACOMĀ 1000 gives you a comfortable 1000 watts output on all amateur bands from 160 through 6 meters.
Power Output: 1000W PEP or continuous carrier, no mode limit. Uses single 4CX800A (GU74B)
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.acom-bg.com
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K7JQ Rating: 2014-05-12
Top notch Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Bought this from Array Solutions, and have been putting it through its paces for about a week. As stated by 99.9% of the reviews, you won't find a better amp for the price. It replaced a Tokyo Hy-Power HL-1.5KFX, and, in my opinion, build quality and fit and finish is on par with THP...commercial grade. 60 watts input will give you in excess of 1,100 watts out on all bands; quietest fan I ever heard (or didn't hear) in any amp; no ALC hook-up...just key in, RF in, RF out, plug into 240V; easiest and fastest tune-up for a manual tune amp, honestly about 10 seconds tops; fully microprocessor protected in case you goof up.

Jay and Bob at Array Solutions stress customer service, and are always happy to answer any questions thoroughly, and provide guidance and advice. For a very small fee, they'll install a 240V plug, and completely test the amp before it's shipped out.

All in all, so far I'm very pleased with my purchase, and look forward to giving the amp a workout in the CQ WPX CW contest.
K5UX Rating: 2014-04-06
Outstanding protection features Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
This is my second time around with the Acom 1000. Bought a used one several years ago and when I saw the price reduction recently, I ordered a new one from Array Solutions. Can't say enough about the protection features and reliability. The construction is first-class and support from Array Solutions is top-notch. This will certainly be a "keeper" for me, along with my Flex 6500.

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Earlier 5-star review posted by K5UX on 2010-12-12

Moved up from an AL811. Wow, what a difference. Acom manufactures a very solid product. The build quality is outstanding. Very easy to tune and the protection features are second to none. It would be difficult to harm the amp due to all the built-in protection features. Have never used an amp that runs as quiet as the 1000. You have to listen carefully for the fan, even after heavy SSB use. Some say that tubes (GU74B) are difficult to find. I didn't find this to be the case. Found that NOS were plentiful and easy to find on the internet. This amp is certainly a "keeper" for me.
TA1CR Rating: 2014-03-31
Best Amplifier ever seen :) Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I bought Acom 100 amp. from Array Solutions 2 weeks ago. I have some problem with the HV unit, and then i sent mail to Jay and he helps me very well, i solve the problem to adjust the voltage selection 240V to 220V and then my problem solved. Array Solution Jay is very helpful man :) The amp is very quiet and very stable work. Thanks Jay :) and Tnx Acom :)
ON7RU Rating: 2014-03-04
5 start product - great customer service. Time Owned: more than 12 months.
After 5 years of ownership the amplifier generated a fault in the protection circuit. After visual inspection I contacted Val to point me to a qualified dealer. Instead of pointing me to a dealer Val tried everything (I mean really everything) to solve the issue by mail. After several mails with clear instructions and high quality pictures we got the amp starting. There was still an issue with a specific board and repair was beyond my skills. Val accepted to perform the repair himself, he even arranged pickup and transport from ON to LZ. This is the best customer service experience I ever had. Price was reasonable and the baby is back on the shelf, works and looks like new.

The amplifier rocks, and Val walks the extra mile for you when you have an issue.

Thanks Val for this great product and service.
N1VJJ Rating: 2014-02-25
Great Performance and Price Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
Have to say....prior to this amp I owned an Alpha 89 (powerhouse) that was very easy to tune. This amp mimicks the Alpha and it also is very easy to tune. The amp is just cruising along putting out 1kw with 50 watts of drive. The fault shut down feature works really good protecting you from damaging the amp. I wish we in the USA could build this good an amp for the same price point. I would definitely recommend a buy for this amp.
G3RCE Rating: 2013-12-15
A reference standard in HF amplifiers Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Top marks go to Ron at Vine Antenna Products.
Always excellent advice and help.
Almost immediate reply to emails.
Always superb service.
I've purchased both the 1010 and 1000 over the years.
My favourite is definitely the 1000 and I have fitted the extra cooling fan just in case I use rtty etc.
Lots already said about the 1000.
73
Rob G3RCE
G0MJK Rating: 2013-11-01
Brilliant amp Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I bought my Acom 1000 second hand to replace my ageing Drake L7. I suspected the tube might be on its way out as it seemed to want more drive than it should. Sure enough the GU74B finally arced and the excellent protection closed the amp down - top marks. I had purchased a new tube from the Ukraine, the ruggedised version which I fitted and all is now well. But be warned there is 3000v floating in there. Top marks to Ron of Vine Antennas the UK agents for helpful advice who provided me with full instructions to change the tube and set up the bias. So easy to use and tune and my Palstar HF Auto loves it. If you can find one buy it but it won't be this one it is staying here.
KF7QLQ Rating: 2013-09-03
Great purchase Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
My remarks are a little biased as this is my first amp purchase. I have owned the ACOM 1000 for about 3-weeks. I drive it with an Icom IC-7600. With 45 watts in I get a solid 1K. Connection could not be simpler, A single RCA cord for Keying and an antenna from the exciter. The tuning is about as easy as it gets. 10 seconds max.
I do run through a Palstar HF-AUTO tuner as my antenna a Zero-Five 10-40 GP is only resonant at 40M, the amp will compensate up to VSWR of 3:1.
Local support via email closed the deal. I am relatively new to the hobby and ask allot of questions. All were answered in detail and typically within hours. If considering this amp, the reviews speak the truth.
AK4NG Rating: 2013-08-25
Great Amp Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
This is my first Amp and I got it in Oct 2012. It performs flawlessly and is very easy to tune. It has excellent protection. I have made my own tuning table which allows me to tune up rapidly with the built-in circuitry. If you get one, you will love it.
F4FJL Rating: 2013-06-17
Just great ! Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
I use my ACOM1000 for a year and I must say it amazes me every day. Easy to use, very well protected, it gives 1000W output with 60W input. Nothing more to say than what has already been written, if you are looking for an amp, go for it without hesitation! Good DX & 73 at all.