When I got my license in 2001, I discovered the
Elecraft K2 transceiver on the internet and noticed the excellent reviews that it had received. Its receiver
outperforms most, if not all, of the commercial rigs on the market. It combines state-of-the art performance with the thrill of building something yourself. It is also important for me that the kit designers encourage experimentation and modification.
My basic K2 with no options, serial #2198, was assembled in August
2001. I have later added the options that are needed to make all the
front panel labels meaningful: the KSB2 single sideband option, KAT2
automatic antenna tuner, KAF2 audio filter and real-time clock, KNB2
noise blanker, and K160 160m/2nd RX antenna.
