You forgot to add, Both UHF and VHF also have AM / FM / LSB / USB / CW - CW & SSB on UHF/VHF is awesome! AM @ 40W / UHF/VHF @ 50W / HF @ 100W. It is an awesome radio, hope everyone gets one! 73 de KE8GKO
This is the first 2m SSB radio I've had since the Icom 211 from the 70s, only 10 watts, cost $600. Icom makes one now w/ 100 watts that's almost $2,000. Considering the 991 has hf 100 watts, the 50 watts w/ SSB for 2m is a small compromise. Placing my discone ant higher will add to the signal as well.
Just joined the local radio club, take my tech license test on Saturday and ordered the 991a and everything to set up my station. They guys at the club are teaching me how to make my own J-pole and dipole antennas. I’m beyond stoked to get it all set up! This hobby has already substantially drained my resources but so far I have no regrets 😂
I did my tech 3 days after I started studying for it. Once I got started, I realized I didn’t have access to a lot of the activity I saw on the air. So a couple months later, after another 3 days of cramming, I got my general. I recommend you get your general. It opens up so much more and isn’t much more challenging that the tech test. Ham Radio Prep was the course I used. Lots of practice tests. Short modules that cover all subject areas.
@@flyboybbq1718 I actually upgraded to my general a couple weeks ago 👍🏻 I’ve only been on a couple times to make contacts though. Usually I just listen. I have a G5RV dipole so i stick to 20 meters for the most part.
I am newly licensed and have yet to transmit. This is definitely helping me decide on my base station! I was already leaning Yaesu, but this sealed the deal! Thanks!
As a beginner, I recommend getting involved with a local club and looking at some good used equipment first. The iCom 7300 is driving all the prices DOWN on the late model high end stuff, including Yaesu.
@@jeffbecker8716 Yeah, but I've noticed people are beginning to realize what a great CB the 7300 is and that's about all, so even the old FT-990s are still bringing $600 in great condition. People are beginning to realize that you really can't expect Amateur radio performance from a CB and those used prices for older real Ham gear are stabilizing and even coming back up.
Jason; Thank you for this video on the Yaesu 991A. I have watch this video over & over, and now I am going to buy a Yaesu 991A. Thank you again! Randy. California. KN6BZG
Jason, thanks for a great video, unboxing and showing it front , back sides menus etc, you definitely helped me make up my mind on this Rig, so I am going to pull the trigger on it soon, video quality & audio is also very good so nice work overall, thanks so much, best 73 from the Caribbean Mark de 9Z4Y
Glad to hear it and thank you for watching with all the kind feedback! So far the radio has been great. I've recently took it camping and the size is manageable and it's so nice to use on a picnic bench under the stars. ~73 KM6FAK~
So I watched your video and others with most folks going for the IC-7300 but Robert Nagy, N4HNH, and you inspired me to order the Yaesu FT991A and I have not been disappointed using Diamond X300a and Palomar engineers 80-10 OCF dipole on the east coast of the U.S. I have been able to reach repeaters out about 40 to 60 miles on UHF-VHF and Russia, Italy, Serbia, Canada and the Florida, California and the Midwest on HF. The I have a lot to learn on all the features of the radio but am really pleased with it so far and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great radio to grow with as you start the hobby. I want to thank you for the video and helping me make up my mind on my first HF /UHF / VHF rig.
So it’s almost a year and 2500 QSOs later and I still would highly recommend this radio. Have gone from a windows to a Mac for running digital modes and logging works great with both. Has great noise reduction and seems to really pull in weak signals well. I would continue to recommend this radio to anyone looking for a great base station radio.
For my first proper rig i narrowed it down to the IC-7300 or the FT-991A, i didn’t really know about the TS-590SG or that would have been in the running. All of these rigs are great, we’re in a great time for the amateur radio market right now. Ultimately i went for the ft-991a. I see the rig as an ft-817 (i wanted vhf/uhf ssb as well as hf) but with an amp, a tuner, a usb soundcard, a dsp noise filter and an equalizer BUT without all the cables and bits i’d need to run such an ft817 station. In practice though its actually some other features that i’ve come to like most. The c4fm digital mode can be used with a cheap chinese hotspot and that gives you not only c4fm but also cross mode DMR, NXDN and my favourite, P25 (it sounds better than other digital modes, higher data rate like c4fm in VW mode where all the other popular modes are like c4fm in DN mode). I also like the airband more than i thought i would, the scanning functions are surprisingly good. Another thing i like is how easy it is to work from the PC, i use 1 usb cable only and that gives me mic/audio via my pc headset (i use the free voicemeeter banana software because i add in a bunch of shiny things to my audio chain like audio oscilloscopes and fft monitor), i use flrig for my ptt and macros (e.g. ability to flip the mic source from the radio to the pc and vice versa). Enjoy your rig!
Killer video. I debated between the FT-991A and the IC-7300. I went with the IC-7300, but since selling my FT-857D I sometimes wish I would have purchased the FT-991A so I would still have 2m/440. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! The 7300 is a awesome looking radio. So far this has been the perfect shack-in-the-box. A couple of us locals have been experimenting with 2m SSB too.
I've had 2 7300s, both sold. I found them ultimately an "All-Show, No Go" experience, but then, I need an RF Gain, and I like my receiver to receive. I hope you chose right.
I'm looking at buying an SK's FT-991A, and your video was extraordinarily helpful in deciding on my purchase. A well done video! Thanks, and 73 de K8RYK.
I gotta agree with the other guys here, what a great presentation style. It's like you're talking to a friend. Nicely done for a "first look" and I appreciate that you followed the rules for IDing and so forth. I have to say A+ and 73!
This is still a fanatic radio. I use almost everyday on VHF and several times a month on HF. I've also taking it camping and did some POTA's with it. IF, you don't need the shack in the box and you have some extra money the IC-9700 & IC-7300 is a killer combo and I'm very impressed with those two radio when sitting next to each other.
I looked long and hard at this radio. I bought the IC-7300. I like it. I already had three fusion radios. However I am looking at this radio again as a mobile rig for my Jeep XJ. I think that will give me the best of both worlds having invested in Fusion and wanting a HF rig in this vehicle that I do not have a radio in yet. My other choice would be an IC-7100 but I do not have any D-star repeaters in my area.
Congrats on the rig. Heck of a radio and a major plus is it's a shack in the box. Can't go wrong with either choice. I personally chose Icom, but may still get the 991A for 2m and 70cm.
As a completely new guy looking for his first unit after only owning a 2 band hand held & being steered to look at both the 7300 & ft991A (biggest thing not knowing what any of the buttons are for. License class did not teach anything about how to operate anything) this was extremely valuable & I will look for your other videos on how to operate this unit. Liked the bigger screen on the 7300 but your step by step is more valuable,so I'll get 991A
I am definitely getting one in a month. I was undecided between the IC-7300 and the FT-991A. I have a few Yaesu equipment already (FT-3D, FTM-400DX, FT-70D). Thank you for the video... professionally done!
You will probably never see this. I bought the same radio from the same place DX engineering and they gave me about a dozen stickers. They must have heard you. I won’t leave my call sign because I don’t have a P.O. Box set up don’t want everybody to know where I live. Nice watching just used my radio the first time tonight and you thought me a lot. Much appreciated. Thanks. 73
I just upgraded the 857D to the 991A Thursday, 02May19. Called Universal Radio that morning and they said they had 1 left in stock, told them they don't have it anymore because I'm on my way to pick it up! I absolutely love this rig, the receiver blows the 857 out of the water and it is very intuitive to operate, I've had to reference the manual for a few things but other than that it's very simple to get the hang of it. '73, de John C. KC5JSR
Oh very cool! Glad to hear you were able to scoop it up. Yeah, I'm having a blast with mine. With all the menu options it has I don't think I will be bored of it for a while!~73
I share your affinity for smelling new electronics... always have since a kid. There's just something about this... As a kid in the 90's there was nothing like getting new stereo equipment, and just sitting and... yes... smelling it. :)
Me as well. My father ran an extensive ham shack and that new electronics and warm, dusty vacuum tube smell...ahhhh...there's nothing else like it! Wish we had more of a vacuum tube resurgence these days!
Thanks! 7300 is a great radio. Several club members have it and I love it's screen. Yeah, the 991A is doing good and I'm using the heck out of the 2 meters as well as the HF portion of it.
Mine is on order. Waiting for it to arrive. Please post more videos on the pros and cons for the radio. I am a new HAM and could use the help with the radio.
The short answer is no. You can use a SDR and a relay system to then get in on the computer. Not even the ic-7300 has a display out. Typically the high end radios will have that.
Still loving it I am torn between the Yaesu and the I com 7300. I do like all the frequency options on the Yaesu so for ditch rig I am kind of leaning that way.
Yes, still a great rig. But, if this is a shack only radio and you're not going take it out to the field, I might lean to the IC-7300. Although!! Take a look at the FTDX-10, a brand new HF rig that looks amazing!
SO my question is as a newbie if you only have a mobile unit a ftd-400 and looking to get a vhf rig in the house but you want to experiment with hf too. Is this a good unit for a newbie to get both. it seems more cost effective. I was thinking to get another 400 mobile and make it a base in the house then I am still looking at another 1,000 or so for a HF in the future. Thoughts?
Great video useful info, I am currently trying to decide between 7300 and FT-991A. I'm leaning towards the Yaesu now...I have limited space, and it would be amazing to have everything in one small package
It is a tough a choice! I'm still very happy with the 991A. The 7300 is a great radio but I would then want to buy the 9700...and I don't have that kind of cash right now.
@@HamRadioTV Yep exactly my thinking too, I figure I'll get more value out of having all modes on vhf/uhf than having a slightly nicer looking scope and menu structure
Life it too short for "unboxing" videos. I often wonder who ever thought that was a good idea. Nevertheless, a fine report, and most appreciated. I am on the cusp of ordering one of these too. 73 my friend.
I think the dnr makes it sound like its under water. I have to keep the settings low on my 991a. My 1200 is better in that regard. I got the 991a as a spare for either radio in the shack. It can take the place of my dual bander or hf if I have a failure. Also want to do portable/camping.
Yes, it sure does. I only run it at a 1. I'm looking forward in taking mine camping as well. I'm not sure how fast it will eat the batteries/solar I have for it...but there is only one way to find out :)
I can't wait to get mine for the 9" wide Honda Pilot center console. A real RF Gain (unlike my *now sold* two 7300s) PLUS a 500KHz up & down scope and 3 Band EQ, I'm stoked@! - I've been an icom guy most of my Amateur career but when they decided I didn't need my 2nd most used control (RF Gain) I gave icom the finger and bought *_YAESU_*
I already have a brand nre yaesu ftm-500 for my base 2m/70cm like two months old should I sell it and my two ten meter rigs and buy this? Or just get me a an icom 7300
I was looking at the G90 for the last week. But after coming across this video I'm wondering if this is a better deal. Also where it's HF/VHF/UHF seems like even with double the price tag it might be a better buy.
Have you got a radio yet? My only thoughts on the G90 is that it's a QRP radio and I hope you plan on going hiking/camping with it. It will be hard to use in the middle of suburbia.
I Got 2 stickers with mine! Love this radio. New general but this is making things alot easier. Very intuitive and the filters are great. Running an inverted v at 35ft and got 59s from Hawaii, Costa Rica, Brazil, as well as almost every state. I think I have a magic wire. I'm in Montana and am blasting everyone. great video.
Hey, nice video. I am looking for an all-mode rig for the shack. I have high beams on 40/20/17/15/12/10/6/2/440 and the FT-991a would be great for that. Being able to use the waterfall on lightly populated bands a big plus. Additionally, being able to run CW and SSB on 2 meters I see as a real plus. The smaller size does seem to be a big advantage over other all-mode rigs. My last one was the IC-746Pro. This brings digital to the table and in a nice package. I have started saving my lunch money for one as well.
So you have had the rig for a while now any issues or would you now go with something different. I’m about to pull the plug on this because I want a rig with 2/440 along with hf. My favorite radio of all time was an icom 746pro which I wish I never sold. I also am loving wires x. By the way I just moved from Sac.
This radio has been prefect. It's powered up almost every weekend for repeater chit chat or working FT8 on 20 & 40 meters and SSB too. A handful of guys got Fusion repeaters in my area, so I now need another radio to work the C4FM while also on HF. I'm not sure what I want to buy, as I'm always on a budget...lol
Tough decision between IC9700 and the FT991A…. Specially because I’m planning to get my General license this year, and that would mean getting the IC7300 (if I get the IC9700 now). If I get the FT991A I can be future proof.. but can the FT911A outperform the combo IC9700+IC7300?
They are not necessary. You can use a wire nut if you want. Powerpoles are very convenient and have some advantages. Bruce/N6THN did a presentation on them, I recommend watching: ruclips.net/video/1ijV0-QpaIU/видео.html
please do a video on 991a setup for digital modes. I have a 991a and a raspberry pi with wsjt-x and fldigi but I can't figure out how to set it up to get it working.
The FT-991A has some nice digital filters that really help hearing stations in the noise. The Omni was great radio and I enjoyed all the "hard buttons" instead of all the menus on these newer ones.
Woops, I just added it in the descriptions. Thanks for the heads up! Here is the link: www.ebay.com/itm/Yaesu-FT-891-Amplifier-Relay-Keying-Cable-FT891-FT991-FT-991A-8-Pin-mini-DIN/322379360375?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Have you done a video showing how to connect the ft991a to a monitor to run a panadaptor and would you recommend the 991a over the 7300 for a new operator
I bought a Grodan West Extra Class Test study book bundle from DX Engineering two years ago and they Used to include Sticks, but I don't know if they include them anymore or Not? I'm not sure I'll buy a New Radio from DX Engineering or GigaParts.
I just got this Transceiver a couple of days ago, I haven't got it going yet, but your video was great, will help me a lot. Thanks, will watch our for more of your video's. Cheer's Jan (YL) VK6DJL
I just bought the yaesu ftdx-3000 from them and love it. I almost went with the 991A instead, I did consider the icom 7300 as well however after talking with people it lacked some of the features that I wanted in a radio. Congrats :)
ThunderSqueak hello, new HAM here. Just tested for Technician and General this weekend. What channel do yo9u have? I assume ThunderSqueak or something of that sort. Anyway, I am interested in hearing what features drew you to this one. I am learning, so be easy on me. Haha
QSO KN6DAM I was thinking about buying the Yaesu 991a just a few weeks ago. Thinking it's my choice right now. I gave up waiting for the icom 705(and a mating amplifier). This yaesu has several advantages, 100 Watts, tuner...fusion?... 73s from Modesto, perhaps I'll hear you on the Diablo repeater.
This radio has been great. Especially for taking it outside and camping. And, yes it has 100 watts, internal tuner and Fusion (RF only). If you're not going to be active outside with it my next choice is the IC-7300 & IC-9700...oh, but you will need some $$$ for those together. I listen to the K6POU when at work and home and listen to the W6VVR when at home.
When portable I do run the tuner on 20m & 40m band. Back in the shack I'm running 500 watts, and then use an external tuner. I built a copper J-Pole out of water pipe that is mounted to my chimney for 2m. It has good SWR.
That was a fun video! I haven’t yet jumped in the water in a serious way (cost?), but just last week purchased an Eton Elite 750 to try and pick up some short wave transmissions-researching coaxial antennas right now so I can pick up distant transmissions without electrocuting me or burning my house down. 😜 However, I’m also drooling over the ICOM IC-7300 (and now that Yaesu). Disclaimer: I do not have an amateur radio license, as I just now jumped in with the Eton. However, the bug is infecting me more and more-I can see a license being just over the horizon. My dilemma: Do I go ahead and buy one of those transceivers now (free return on the Eton) and just use it in RX mode until I can get licensed? Or do I learn on the Eton, and then migrate up the chain? If “B”, then I just added the cost of the Eton to the cost of one of those two radios. Got any advice? And thanks again for a great video! P.S. I’m nearly 63 years old, and a larger display is becoming more and more appealing. 😉
Thank you and welcome to this great hobby. Yes, you can buy any radio you would like without a license and just listen. The IC-7300 does have a better display over the FT-991A. Have you herd of hamstudy.org/ ? You can study and take your test from that website.
Jason, great video! You did a wonderful job going over the features of the radio. I’m new to all of this. Just got my Technician license in May, and then my General in June. For now I’m using my Yaesu FTM 400XDR for a base station, but want a radio that has more features, and frequencies. Plan on the Yaesu FTM 400 going in my jeep soon. Since you’ve had this for awhile, is it something that you would purchase again with the knowledge that you have now? Is there a better multi-mode transceiver out there that you know of in the $1000-$2000 price range? N7WHY
Hey Mick, congrats on the T & G license and welcome to the hobby! Yes, I would buy the FT-991A today. It has been working great for me at home and out portable/camping at a picnic table. This radio checks a lot of boxes but, if you are just building a home setup having HF and VHF/UHF in two different radios would be better. This is a more expensive option but will give you the ability to be in multiple places at once and I do like operating like that. So, if you have some extra cash laying around lol, a dream setup would be the Icom IC-9700 & IC-7300.
@@HamRadioTV First, thanks for taking your time to give me some great info. It is very much appreciated! I was actually thanking about the ICOM 9700, but didn’t really know much about it. Guess I’ll have to do some more research. Thanks again!
Excellent review, I am thinking of upgrading from a ftdx1200. How do you find the radio performance on airbands and general sw utilities monitoring. Thanks de vu3mes Satyan
Thank You! Yeah, air bands come in good. It's nice it to be able to switch over to the VHF/UHF on AM and listen. I live 8 miles from Travis AFB and can hear all sorts of air traffic on it, with my homemade J-Pole on my chimney.
@@HamRadioTV hi thanks, I too live near an international airport VOMM CHENNAI. It was my passion to monitor VHF and HF aircommunications for a lifetime. I also have a flighradar24 nod at my qth, call sign is F-vomm2. Thanks very much again 73 from Chennai India.
If I pass my General at the end of March, this could be a great first HF radio for me. Reason #1 for me would have to be it includes VHF and UHF in the same chassis, so I don't have to buy another radio. Someday, if I stick with it, separating my HF from my VHF/UHF and keeping the 991A for mobility might make sense, but I can't think of a better single radio for a ham set up.
The radio has been great. I haven't done any CW yet but have worked all the other modes. It makes a great shack radio with my amp and also does great in a park on a bench. Local guys have been doing a lot of 2m SSB and this radio also allows me to chat there. I only wish there was a way to get the display on my computer when in the shack. There is nothing native that allows me to do that but I think there is some 3rd party gear.
@@HamRadioTV Thanks for the reply. Yes, the display is small but it appears to be clear and readable - good for portable use. If I hear that it does CW well, this may be the one for me. 73
Thank You! At home I'm using an inverted-V off my chimney. I picked up a balun and then made my own antenna with some 14 AWG standard house wire from Lowes. I've made 3 inverted-V's as they are all mono band-20m, 40m & 80m. I then use a pulley to bring them up and down. I also use a copper J-pole I made my self for the 2m. One antenna that has caught my eye is the Buddipole. It will do 2m-40m and comes with a great carry kit for when camping and going portable. ~73 KM6FAK~
If you have the room, an 80 mtr 1/2 wave end fed is great. Reasonably resonant on all the bands, 80-10 mtrs. If you don't have room for 130 ft of wire, you could go with a 40 mtr end fed half wave. A nice support would be a "spider beam 12 mtr fiberglass push up pole".
As a guy who takes his 991A "to go..." I use the Wolf River Coils...the TIA 1000...with Times LMR UF 400 Coax...just because it can take the abuse of being tossed around...but Wolf River Coils are excellent...
Great Video. I have the Icom IC7300 but have been thinking of getting the Yaesu ft991 for my VHF/UHF rig, plus it would give me another HF rig in the shack for monitoring other bands. It looks nice on your video. I think I have made my mind up. By the way, What mic are you using for this video. It sounds really great.
Hi Jason....So, after (almost) a year, are you still running this rig, and do you still like everything about it? I'm weighing the 991a against the 7300, preparing to spend money, and it's not an easy choice. Each has distinct advantages. Thanks! 73 W1NLJ
This is still a fanatic radio. I use almost everyday on VHF and several times a month on HF. I've also taking it camping and did some POTA's with it. IF, you don't need the shack in the box and you have some extra money the IC-9700 & IC-7300 is a killer combo and I'm very impressed with those two radio when sitting next to each other. 73 KM6FAK
Glad to see this unboxing and first impressions. I am looking to start down the path of HF, still new in the ham world, and I don't want to buy two rigs when one is enough. Looks like this may be the one? We will see. Thanks for the video and presentation!
Max Walker You are welcome! I’m just getting back from camping with it and the radio worked great. It was very handy to have the built in tuner too. Thanks for watching!
You forgot to add, Both UHF and VHF also have AM / FM / LSB / USB / CW - CW & SSB on UHF/VHF is awesome! AM @ 40W / UHF/VHF @ 50W / HF @ 100W. It is an awesome radio, hope everyone gets one! 73 de KE8GKO
Yes, great points! 73 KM6FAK
The ftdx 1200 was no match on the receiver performance for me. 7300 all the way.
Yes, for sure the FT-991A is a well underated small sized radio for sure - I couldn't resist buying another when one came up secondhand in my area!
This is the first 2m SSB radio I've had since the Icom 211 from the 70s, only 10 watts, cost $600. Icom makes one now w/ 100 watts that's almost $2,000. Considering the 991 has hf 100 watts, the 50 watts w/ SSB for 2m is a small compromise. Placing my discone ant higher will add to the signal as well.
Thank you Jason for a great video and special thanks to specialspy777 for bring the information about its capability in UHF/ VHF modes.
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Just joined the local radio club, take my tech license test on Saturday and ordered the 991a and everything to set up my station. They guys at the club are teaching me how to make my own J-pole and dipole antennas. I’m beyond stoked to get it all set up! This hobby has already substantially drained my resources but so far I have no regrets 😂
I did my tech 3 days after I started studying for it. Once I got started, I realized I didn’t have access to a lot of the activity I saw on the air. So a couple months later, after another 3 days of cramming, I got my general. I recommend you get your general. It opens up so much more and isn’t much more challenging that the tech test. Ham Radio Prep was the course I used. Lots of practice tests. Short modules that cover all subject areas.
@@flyboybbq1718 I actually upgraded to my general a couple weeks ago 👍🏻 I’ve only been on a couple times to make contacts though. Usually I just listen. I have a G5RV dipole so i stick to 20 meters for the most part.
How's the hobby going now?
This is my favorite video on RUclips.
Might be because I want a 991a, or because this bloke makes great videos, either way. Good job mate.
Thanks 👍! The 991A has been a great radio and provides so many fun options to make contacts!
I am newly licensed and have yet to transmit. This is definitely helping me decide on my base station! I was already leaning Yaesu, but this sealed the deal! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful and welcome to the Hobby!
As a beginner, I recommend getting involved with a local club and looking at some good used equipment first. The iCom 7300 is driving all the prices DOWN on the late model high end stuff, including Yaesu.
@@jeffbecker8716 Yeah, but I've noticed people are beginning to realize what a great CB the 7300 is and that's about all, so even the old FT-990s are still bringing $600 in great condition.
People are beginning to realize that you really can't expect Amateur radio performance from a CB and those used prices for older real Ham gear are stabilizing and even coming back up.
Jason; Thank you for this video on the Yaesu 991A. I have watch this video over & over, and now I am going to buy a Yaesu 991A. Thank you again! Randy. California. KN6BZG
Thanks, you are too kind! I'm still very happy with it.
Good review of the FT-991a. I'm considering getting one in 2022.
Love the buzzers and cheers on pulling the rig out of the box. Made me LOL. :D
Glad you enjoyed it! 73
Jason, thanks for a great video, unboxing and showing it front , back sides menus etc, you definitely helped me make up my mind on this Rig, so I am going to pull the trigger on it soon, video quality & audio is also very good so nice work overall, thanks so much, best 73 from the Caribbean Mark de 9Z4Y
Glad to hear it and thank you for watching with all the kind feedback! So far the radio has been great. I've recently took it camping and the size is manageable and it's so nice to use on a picnic bench under the stars. ~73 KM6FAK~
So I watched your video and others with most folks going for the IC-7300 but Robert Nagy, N4HNH, and you inspired me to order the Yaesu FT991A and I have not been disappointed using Diamond X300a and Palomar engineers 80-10 OCF dipole on the east coast of the U.S. I have been able to reach repeaters out about 40 to 60 miles on UHF-VHF and Russia, Italy, Serbia, Canada and the Florida, California and the Midwest on HF. The I have a lot to learn on all the features of the radio but am really pleased with it so far and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great radio to grow with as you start the hobby. I want to thank you for the video and helping me make up my mind on my first HF /UHF / VHF rig.
Awesome and congrats! I'm glad you are enjoying it, as I still am as well. Thanks for the kind words!
So it’s almost a year and 2500 QSOs later and I still would highly recommend this radio. Have gone from a windows to a Mac for running digital modes and logging works great with both. Has great noise reduction and seems to really pull in weak signals well. I would continue to recommend this radio to anyone looking for a great base station radio.
For my first proper rig i narrowed it down to the IC-7300 or the FT-991A, i didn’t really know about the TS-590SG or that would have been in the running. All of these rigs are great, we’re in a great time for the amateur radio market right now. Ultimately i went for the ft-991a. I see the rig as an ft-817 (i wanted vhf/uhf ssb as well as hf) but with an amp, a tuner, a usb soundcard, a dsp noise filter and an equalizer BUT without all the cables and bits i’d need to run such an ft817 station. In practice though its actually some other features that i’ve come to like most. The c4fm digital mode can be used with a cheap chinese hotspot and that gives you not only c4fm but also cross mode DMR, NXDN and my favourite, P25 (it sounds better than other digital modes, higher data rate like c4fm in VW mode where all the other popular modes are like c4fm in DN mode). I also like the airband more than i thought i would, the scanning functions are surprisingly good. Another thing i like is how easy it is to work from the PC, i use 1 usb cable only and that gives me mic/audio via my pc headset (i use the free voicemeeter banana software because i add in a bunch of shiny things to my audio chain like audio oscilloscopes and fft monitor), i use flrig for my ptt and macros (e.g. ability to flip the mic source from the radio to the pc and vice versa). Enjoy your rig!
Killer video. I debated between the FT-991A and the IC-7300. I went with the IC-7300, but since selling my FT-857D I sometimes wish I would have purchased the FT-991A so I would still have 2m/440. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! The 7300 is a awesome looking radio. So far this has been the perfect shack-in-the-box. A couple of us locals have been experimenting with 2m SSB too.
I bought my FT991A a few months ago. LOVE it!
Welcome to the club! lol
Great video...I have a new ft991A sitting on my desk waiting for DX Engineering to send me my power supply....Thanks for the hands on!!
Thank You!! Shoot, find a 12 volt battery somewhere and get that baby on the air,lol. Thanks for watching!
Would love to see that chimney antenna install. Trying to decide between this and a icom 7300 for a first hf radio.
I have some photos on my QRZ page. The IC-7300 is a great radio too!
I've had 2 7300s, both sold. I found them ultimately an "All-Show, No Go" experience, but then, I need an RF Gain, and I like my receiver to receive. I hope you chose right.
I'm looking at buying an SK's FT-991A, and your video was extraordinarily helpful in deciding on my purchase. A well done video! Thanks, and 73 de K8RYK.
Great vid! Learned some stuff I didn't even know about my FT-991, thanks!
You are welcome! And, thank you for hitting PLAY!
I gotta agree with the other guys here, what a great presentation style. It's like you're talking to a friend. Nicely done for a "first look" and I appreciate that you followed the rules for IDing and so forth. I have to say A+ and 73!
Much appreciated! I do consider all Hams out there as friends, I just haven't met.
I wish my garage was a neat as yours! :) Great video!
HA!! It sometimes is, but I'm always too busy to spend time giving it a good straighten up. Thanks for watching!
I just ordered mine now 3 years later you posted this video which made me a decision to click on the buy button.. Thanks
Are you still happy with your purchase? Do you wish they where separate? Seen your link from the Facebook question with the 7300.
This is still a fanatic radio. I use almost everyday on VHF and several times a month on HF. I've also taking it camping and did some POTA's with it. IF, you don't need the shack in the box and you have some extra money the IC-9700 & IC-7300 is a killer combo and I'm very impressed with those two radio when sitting next to each other.
I looked long and hard at this radio. I bought the IC-7300. I like it. I already had three fusion radios. However I am looking at this radio again as a mobile rig for my Jeep XJ. I think that will give me the best of both worlds having invested in Fusion and wanting a HF rig in this vehicle that I do not have a radio in yet. My other choice would be an IC-7100 but I do not have any D-star repeaters in my area.
These are great for mobile and portable...which is why I got mine...as my portable rig...plus bioenno battery for POTA/SOTA...
Congrats on the rig. Heck of a radio and a major plus is it's a shack in the box. Can't go wrong with either choice. I personally chose Icom, but may still get the 991A for 2m and 70cm.
Thank You! I'm having a lot of fun with it. The new digital filters in these types of radios are amazing.
As a completely new guy looking for his first unit after only owning a 2 band hand held & being steered to look at both the 7300 & ft991A (biggest thing not knowing what any of the buttons are for. License class did not teach anything about how to operate anything) this was extremely valuable & I will look for your other videos on how to operate this unit.
Liked the bigger screen on the 7300 but your step by step is more valuable,so I'll get 991A
I am definitely getting one in a month. I was undecided between the IC-7300 and the FT-991A. I have a few Yaesu equipment already (FT-3D, FTM-400DX, FT-70D). Thank you for the video... professionally done!
Thank you! Did you get the FT-991A and how do you like it?
@@HamRadioTV Yes I did. I love it but it’s a WIP lol
I ended up using XT 60 connectors on my 991A. Loving it so far.. dual band VFH/UVF X510N going up next week!
You will probably never see this. I bought the same radio from the same place DX engineering and they gave me about a dozen stickers. They must have heard you. I won’t leave my call sign because I don’t have a P.O. Box set up don’t want everybody to know where I live. Nice watching just used my radio the first time tonight and you thought me a lot. Much appreciated. Thanks. 73
Great review. So many YT video's presenters are awful, yours was spot on. Thank you!
I just upgraded the 857D to the 991A Thursday, 02May19. Called Universal Radio that morning and they said they had 1 left in stock, told them they don't have it anymore because I'm on my way to pick it up!
I absolutely love this rig, the receiver blows the 857 out of the water and it is very intuitive to operate, I've had to reference the manual for a few things but other than that it's very simple to get the hang of it.
'73, de John C. KC5JSR
Oh very cool! Glad to hear you were able to scoop it up. Yeah, I'm having a blast with mine. With all the menu options it has I don't think I will be bored of it for a while!~73
The Yaesu 857 & 857D are some of the WORST radios I’ve ever operated so they are a poor choice for measuring against.
I share your affinity for smelling new electronics... always have since a kid. There's just something about this... As a kid in the 90's there was nothing like getting new stereo equipment, and just sitting and... yes... smelling it. :)
Me as well. My father ran an extensive ham shack and that new electronics and warm, dusty vacuum tube smell...ahhhh...there's nothing else like it! Wish we had more of a vacuum tube resurgence these days!
Still learning my 7300, but it’s good to see the comparison. Nice to have VHF and UHF available.
Thanks! 7300 is a great radio. Several club members have it and I love it's screen. Yeah, the 991A is doing good and I'm using the heck out of the 2 meters as well as the HF portion of it.
Mine is on order. Waiting for it to arrive. Please post more videos on the pros and cons for the radio. I am a new HAM and could use the help with the radio.
Alright! Congrats on the purchase. I plan on making some very soon on connecting it to a PC and doing FT-8.
@@HamRadioTV I have yet to learn about FT-8. I still like having QSO's.
Is there a way to connect the display to an external monitor? The screen is on the small side, so I'd want to put it on a bigger monitor.
The short answer is no. You can use a SDR and a relay system to then get in on the computer. Not even the ic-7300 has a display out. Typically the high end radios will have that.
@@HamRadioTV That's what I thought. Thanks for the reply.
checking back in, does the 991 allow remote control from a PC? Linux? Thanks and great unboxing.
Still loving it I am torn between the Yaesu and the I com 7300. I do like all the frequency options on the Yaesu so for ditch rig I am kind of leaning that way.
Yes, still a great rig. But, if this is a shack only radio and you're not going take it out to the field, I might lean to the IC-7300. Although!! Take a look at the FTDX-10, a brand new HF rig that looks amazing!
I went with the FT-991a as my first radio and have been very pleased
SO my question is as a newbie if you only have a mobile unit a ftd-400 and looking to get a vhf rig in the house but you want to experiment with hf too. Is this a good unit for a newbie to get both. it seems more cost effective. I was thinking to get another 400 mobile and make it a base in the house then I am still looking at another 1,000 or so for a HF in the future. Thoughts?
Great video useful info, I am currently trying to decide between 7300 and FT-991A. I'm leaning towards the Yaesu now...I have limited space, and it would be amazing to have everything in one small package
It is a tough a choice! I'm still very happy with the 991A. The 7300 is a great radio but I would then want to buy the 9700...and I don't have that kind of cash right now.
@@HamRadioTV Yep exactly my thinking too, I figure I'll get more value out of having all modes on vhf/uhf than having a slightly nicer looking scope and menu structure
I just ordered the Yaesu 991A about three days ago, waiting for it to arrive.
Congrats! That is exciting!
I did a few hours ago as well :)
Life it too short for "unboxing" videos. I often wonder who ever thought that was a good idea. Nevertheless, a fine report, and most appreciated. I am on the cusp of ordering one of these too. 73 my friend.
I think the dnr makes it sound like its under water. I have to keep the settings low on my 991a. My 1200 is better in that regard. I got the 991a as a spare for either radio in the shack. It can take the place of my dual bander or hf if I have a failure. Also want to do portable/camping.
Yes, it sure does. I only run it at a 1. I'm looking forward in taking mine camping as well. I'm not sure how fast it will eat the batteries/solar I have for it...but there is only one way to find out :)
great video Jaison very good radio love yaesu my is 891 very good radio 73 good luck and good dx my friend
Thanks! Yes, I do like Yaesus radios a lot. 73
What is the HF DX Rx sensitivity and the QRM noise reduction of FT-991A ? 73 de VR2SA
I can't wait to get mine for the 9" wide Honda Pilot center console. A real RF Gain (unlike my *now sold* two 7300s) PLUS a 500KHz up & down scope and 3 Band EQ, I'm stoked@!
- I've been an icom guy most of my Amateur career but when they decided I didn't need my 2nd most used control (RF Gain) I gave icom the finger and bought *_YAESU_*
DANGGG! Now that is some feed back, lol! Very cool, thanks for sharing. I'm still very happy with this radio.
great review mate and for just HF get the 7300 BUT like me who's after the hf/50/2m/70cm shack in a box bag the 991a its a no brainer really :D
Thanks Paul! Yeah, I had several things as I mentioned in the video that pushed me this direction. And, so far, no regrets!~73
Nice job on the video, well done.
Right On, Thanks!
Still digging this radio???
I already have a brand nre yaesu ftm-500 for my base 2m/70cm like two months old should I sell it and my two ten meter rigs and buy this? Or just get me a an icom 7300
The FT-991A is worth the Money! Nice video. Vy 73's
Thanks! Yeah, it's been a great radio 73 K6FAK
That was a great review and I love the jazz misic intro / outro... TNX!
Much appreciated!
Just bought my 991a from DX engineering but won't ship til Sept 8. replacing my FT-857D bought in 2008, will keep as a spare. Nice helpful video, tnx
Nice video - good production values ----- My 991a from DXE arrives in two days ---- ( my powerpoles are ready)
Thank You and Congrats! It's a great radio.
I was looking at the G90 for the last week. But after coming across this video I'm wondering if this is a better deal. Also where it's HF/VHF/UHF seems like even with double the price tag it might be a better buy.
Have you got a radio yet? My only thoughts on the G90 is that it's a QRP radio and I hope you plan on going hiking/camping with it. It will be hard to use in the middle of suburbia.
Good review. Tnx. Am seriously considering this as a replacement for our TS-590 that just died. 73 de KB8QLR
Thank you! 73 K6FAK
I Got 2 stickers with mine! Love this radio. New general but this is making things alot easier. Very intuitive and the filters are great. Running an inverted v at 35ft and got 59s from Hawaii, Costa Rica, Brazil, as well as almost every state. I think I have a magic wire. I'm in Montana and am blasting everyone. great video.
Awesome! Sounds like we are running a similar setup, very cool. Thanks for watching!!
Nice review. I'm convinced now, it will be the FT-991A.
73
Thank You! I hope your new toy comes soon.
I don't like slow spectrum scope in 991 and wanna change it to 7300
Whats the 991 amp draw on receive? The 7300 is 1amp but i think the 991 is 2amp draw.
You are correct.
Hey, nice video. I am looking for an all-mode rig for the shack. I have high beams on 40/20/17/15/12/10/6/2/440 and the FT-991a would be great for that. Being able to use the waterfall on lightly populated bands a big plus. Additionally, being able to run CW and SSB on 2 meters I see as a real plus. The smaller size does seem to be a big advantage over other all-mode rigs. My last one was the IC-746Pro. This brings digital to the table and in a nice package. I have started saving my lunch money for one as well.
What duplexer you recommend for vhf, uhf. I am planning satellite communication with two antennas
I don't have any experience with that. This is something that looks like fun to me too!
@@HamRadioTV Thanks for your time .....73 good Dxs
Gosh what a lovely rig thanks for the demonstration. I'm just going to get back into Amateur stations. Greetings from the UK G1 YFR.
Thanks! I found this hobby later in life, but I'm glad I did!
Nice you got the 991a so you can still communicate with your favorite repeater!
Yes, and HF and I can hit the C4FM repeater in FF and I like to take it camping and to Field Day. It's like a Swiss Army Knife!
So you have had the rig for a while now any issues or would you now go with something different. I’m about to pull the plug on this because I want a rig with 2/440 along with hf. My favorite radio of all time was an icom 746pro which I wish I never sold. I also am loving wires x. By the way I just moved from Sac.
This radio has been prefect. It's powered up almost every weekend for repeater chit chat or working FT8 on 20 & 40 meters and SSB too. A handful of guys got Fusion repeaters in my area, so I now need another radio to work the C4FM while also on HF. I'm not sure what I want to buy, as I'm always on a budget...lol
@@HamRadioTV if you can find a used ftm 100 grab it. It’s a perfect node radio for wires x
I bought them all and they are great radios.. Thank you great stuff
Tough decision between IC9700 and the FT991A…. Specially because I’m planning to get my General license this year, and that would mean getting the IC7300 (if I get the IC9700 now). If I get the FT991A I can be future proof.. but can the FT911A outperform the combo IC9700+IC7300?
Please have a question ?? Does this FT 991A do satellite operation?
Yes, it has split operation available. I have not done it myself, but I've seen people using it online.
Great video👍. Subscribed and bell ringer!
Awesome thank you!
Are the power poles necessary for your power supply or can you just strip the wires and put them in the ports?
They are not necessary. You can use a wire nut if you want. Powerpoles are very convenient and have some advantages. Bruce/N6THN did a presentation on them, I recommend watching: ruclips.net/video/1ijV0-QpaIU/видео.html
Hey Jay...Question on you solar system on the house any issues with interference from the Inverter?
please do a video on 991a setup for digital modes. I have a 991a and a raspberry pi with wsjt-x and fldigi but I can't figure out how to set it up to get it working.
any luck woo1517 with your raspberry pi and 991a?
Thank you for the review and the Yaesu does not saturate the input like the 7300 does.
You are welcome and thanks for watching!
Colin Baker Good to know now take it to field day and you will see what I’m referring to.
I don't think you have anything to worry about.
I noticed the ten tec in the background. How does this new model measure up against the Omni vi plus??? I just bought an old Omni vi as my first rig.
The FT-991A has some nice digital filters that really help hearing stations in the noise. The Omni was great radio and I enjoyed all the "hard buttons" instead of all the menus on these newer ones.
And the ebay link for the xcvr to amplifier cable? Didn't see that listed.I need one to connect my FT-991A to an Elecraft KPA 500.
Woops, I just added it in the descriptions. Thanks for the heads up! Here is the link: www.ebay.com/itm/Yaesu-FT-891-Amplifier-Relay-Keying-Cable-FT891-FT991-FT-991A-8-Pin-mini-DIN/322379360375?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Have you done a video showing how to connect the ft991a to a monitor to run a panadaptor and would you recommend the 991a over the 7300 for a new operator
No I haven't. Both will need modified as there is no IF out. You can buy an aftermarket box that will share the antenna feed with the radio.
How many amps does the 991a draw on high power ?
I bought a Grodan West Extra Class Test study book bundle from DX Engineering two years ago and they Used to include Sticks, but I don't know if they include them anymore or Not? I'm not sure I'll buy a New Radio from DX Engineering or GigaParts.
Maybe they just forgot. I wonder if they will ever see this video. lol
I just got this Transceiver a couple of days ago, I haven't got it going yet, but your video was great, will help me a lot.
Thanks, will watch our for more of your video's. Cheer's Jan (YL) VK6DJL
Thank You! The radio has been great for me. I even took it camping recently too.~73 KM6FAK~
And, congrats on the purchases!
As for the Anderson Power Poles, You will never have enough. They are a must in my shack.
haha yes, for sure!
Would you mind showing the CW features of the 991a ? I have noticed very few of the videos showing rigs rarely say anything about CW.
Yeah, good call. I don't even own a key,lol. I have some friends that are great on CW and I will see what I can do. 73
Great video! You do realize that because of it, you just cost me $1,000 as I have to get one of those! Hope to hear you on the air! David KD9JEO 73's
haha, I've heard this before. The cost will hurt less once it's in front of you and you're smiling from ear-to-ear.
Excellent and thanks for the review @Ham Radio TV. I have the FT-991 (not A) and I love it. It's an awesome radio!
Thank You! Yeah, I'm very impressed with this radio. I'm looking forward to go portable and work some parks for POTA.
Great vid! I am faced w same dilemma. I love c4fm. Are u still happy w your decision to get 991a over 7300?
I just bought the yaesu ftdx-3000 from them and love it. I almost went with the 991A instead, I did consider the icom 7300 as well however after talking with people it lacked some of the features that I wanted in a radio. Congrats :)
Thank You! Oh, that is a great radio you went with. I hope to see you talk about it on your Channel soon!
ThunderSqueak hello, new HAM here. Just tested for Technician and General this weekend. What channel do yo9u have? I assume ThunderSqueak or something of that sort. Anyway, I am interested in hearing what features drew you to this one. I am learning, so be easy on me. Haha
Which features do you feel the 7300 lacks?
7 days to receive the radio? Did it come by the Pony Express?
HAHA! Yeah, I wanted to support DX Engineering. Amazon gets enough of everyone money.
Do you have a video of your antenna?, The HF one?
QSO KN6DAM I was thinking about buying the Yaesu 991a just a few weeks ago. Thinking it's my choice right now. I gave up waiting for the icom 705(and a mating amplifier). This yaesu has several advantages, 100 Watts, tuner...fusion?...
73s from Modesto, perhaps I'll hear you on the Diablo repeater.
This radio has been great. Especially for taking it outside and camping. And, yes it has 100 watts, internal tuner and Fusion (RF only). If you're not going to be active outside with it my next choice is the IC-7300 & IC-9700...oh, but you will need some $$$ for those together. I listen to the K6POU when at work and home and listen to the W6VVR when at home.
Does the 991A feature the same DSP the 891 has?
Yes it does.
@@HamRadioTV Thank you!
Can it be “tricked” into a TX bandwidth of 4 kHz, like some of the other Yaesus?
Yes. Can be PC controlled with Omnirig as well.
Great question and good answer! Do you have a link for the 4 kHz mod?
Did you use the internal antenna tuner when you went to the 20m band? Can you put a link for the 2m vertical antenna used.
When portable I do run the tuner on 20m & 40m band. Back in the shack I'm running 500 watts, and then use an external tuner. I built a copper J-Pole out of water pipe that is mounted to my chimney for 2m. It has good SWR.
I think you did a great choice.. I have seen several reviews on it,
Thanks!!! I just got FT-8 working on it. Making contacts now, while I type this. LOL
That was a fun video! I haven’t yet jumped in the water in a serious way (cost?), but just last week purchased an Eton Elite 750 to try and pick up some short wave transmissions-researching coaxial antennas right now so I can pick up distant transmissions without electrocuting me or burning my house down. 😜 However, I’m also drooling over the ICOM IC-7300 (and now that Yaesu). Disclaimer: I do not have an amateur radio license, as I just now jumped in with the Eton. However, the bug is infecting me more and more-I can see a license being just over the horizon. My dilemma: Do I go ahead and buy one of those transceivers now (free return on the Eton) and just use it in RX mode until I can get licensed? Or do I learn on the Eton, and then migrate up the chain? If “B”, then I just added the cost of the Eton to the cost of one of those two radios. Got any advice? And thanks again for a great video! P.S. I’m nearly 63 years old, and a larger display is becoming more and more appealing. 😉
Thank you and welcome to this great hobby. Yes, you can buy any radio you would like without a license and just listen. The IC-7300 does have a better display over the FT-991A. Have you herd of hamstudy.org/ ? You can study and take your test from that website.
@@HamRadioTV - Thank you for that link-it is now saved in my Bookmarks.
Jason, great video! You did a wonderful job going over the features of the radio. I’m new to all of this. Just got my Technician license in May, and then my General in June. For now I’m using my Yaesu FTM 400XDR for a base station, but want a radio that has more features, and frequencies. Plan on the Yaesu FTM 400 going in my jeep soon. Since you’ve had this for awhile, is it something that you would purchase again with the knowledge that you have now? Is there a better multi-mode transceiver out there that you know of in the $1000-$2000 price range? N7WHY
Hey Mick, congrats on the T & G license and welcome to the hobby! Yes, I would buy the FT-991A today. It has been working great for me at home and out portable/camping at a picnic table. This radio checks a lot of boxes but, if you are just building a home setup having HF and VHF/UHF in two different radios would be better. This is a more expensive option but will give you the ability to be in multiple places at once and I do like operating like that. So, if you have some extra cash laying around lol, a dream setup would be the Icom IC-9700 & IC-7300.
@@HamRadioTV First, thanks for taking your time to give me some great info. It is very much appreciated! I was actually thanking about the ICOM 9700, but didn’t really know much about it. Guess I’ll have to do some more research. Thanks again!
Excellent review, I am thinking of upgrading from a ftdx1200. How do you find the radio performance on airbands and general sw utilities monitoring. Thanks de vu3mes Satyan
Thank You! Yeah, air bands come in good. It's nice it to be able to switch over to the VHF/UHF on AM and listen. I live 8 miles from Travis AFB and can hear all sorts of air traffic on it, with my homemade J-Pole on my chimney.
@@HamRadioTV hi thanks, I too live near an international airport VOMM CHENNAI. It was my passion to monitor VHF and HF aircommunications for a lifetime. I also have a flighradar24 nod at my qth, call sign is F-vomm2. Thanks very much again 73 from Chennai India.
If I pass my General at the end of March, this could be a great first HF radio for me. Reason #1 for me would have to be it includes VHF and UHF in the same chassis, so I don't have to buy another radio. Someday, if I stick with it, separating my HF from my VHF/UHF and keeping the 991A for mobility might make sense, but I can't think of a better single radio for a ham set up.
I wish you the best in passing your General. I agree with you for all your reasons and I've been very happy with the radio.
It's been a few months since the review - how are you liking this radio and all of its features? HF, CW, c4fm, v/UHF all mode, portable operation?
The radio has been great. I haven't done any CW yet but have worked all the other modes. It makes a great shack radio with my amp and also does great in a park on a bench. Local guys have been doing a lot of 2m SSB and this radio also allows me to chat there. I only wish there was a way to get the display on my computer when in the shack. There is nothing native that allows me to do that but I think there is some 3rd party gear.
@@HamRadioTV Thanks for the reply. Yes, the display is small but it appears to be clear and readable - good for portable use. If I hear that it does CW well, this may be the one for me. 73
Love the bumper music??? Artist??
I noticed I saw what appeared to be a Super VGA video card with HDMI output under the transceiver. Is there a reason for that?
Those other connectors are for a laptop I put next to it. Unfortunately this radio does not have a display port.
Thanks for the video. What is a basic HF antenna that could be used with the 991?
Thank You! At home I'm using an inverted-V off my chimney. I picked up a balun and then made my own antenna with some 14 AWG standard house wire from Lowes. I've made 3 inverted-V's as they are all mono band-20m, 40m & 80m. I then use a pulley to bring them up and down. I also use a copper J-pole I made my self for the 2m. One antenna that has caught my eye is the Buddipole. It will do 2m-40m and comes with a great carry kit for when camping and going portable. ~73 KM6FAK~
If you have the room, an 80 mtr 1/2 wave end fed is great. Reasonably resonant on all the bands, 80-10 mtrs. If you don't have room for 130 ft of wire, you could go with a 40 mtr end fed half wave. A nice support would be a "spider beam 12 mtr fiberglass push up pole".
As a guy who takes his 991A "to go..." I use the Wolf River Coils...the TIA 1000...with Times LMR UF 400 Coax...just because it can take the abuse of being tossed around...but Wolf River Coils are excellent...
Great Video. I have the Icom IC7300 but have been thinking of getting the Yaesu ft991 for my VHF/UHF rig, plus it would give me another HF rig in the shack for monitoring other bands. It looks nice on your video. I think I have made my mind up. By the way, What mic are you using for this video. It sounds really great.
Glad to hear this video helped you! The mic is a AKG P120. Thanks for the complement!
I got the 7300 about 3 years ago and last week I got the 991a so happy birthday to me LOL
Hi Jason....So, after (almost) a year, are you still running this rig, and do you still like everything about it? I'm weighing the 991a against the 7300, preparing to spend money, and it's not an easy choice. Each has distinct advantages. Thanks! 73 W1NLJ
This is still a fanatic radio. I use almost everyday on VHF and several times a month on HF. I've also taking it camping and did some POTA's with it. IF, you don't need the shack in the box and you have some extra money the IC-9700 & IC-7300 is a killer combo and I'm very impressed with those two radio when sitting next to each other. 73 KM6FAK
Very nice video, I been looking at this radio now for a couple years, running a 450D right now but want the vhf/uhf built in, 73,KG7VDN
Thanks! The 450 is nice, but it is cool to have a Swiss army knife for a radio to use.
Glad to see this unboxing and first impressions. I am looking to start down the path of HF, still new in the ham world, and I don't want to buy two rigs when one is enough. Looks like this may be the one? We will see. Thanks for the video and presentation!
Max Walker You are welcome! I’m just getting back from camping with it and the radio worked great. It was very handy to have the built in tuner too. Thanks for watching!