Note that this was literally my first time on the air with this K2 and didn't have the sidetone and filters configured properly for optimum audio--hence the pumping sound. Since this activation, I've properly configured it.
My wonderful XYL bought me a K2 kit for a retirement gift in 2019. She got me all of the available options, including 160M. I’ve got the internal QRP tuner you used today, but she also got me to 100 watt external tuner with the 100 watt amp. It took 9 months to build. Like you, I love the K2 and will keep it forever. The price has nearly doubled since got it.
I love CW Morse. They make decent keys at reasonable prices. I've collected 3 so far. The single lever paddle is my favourite (so far). I think my wife is going to stage an intervention if I buy any more radio stuff in 2023.
I sold my K2 that I built in 2004 to buy my K2. I was fortunate enough to buy it back recently :). The K2 has a soul and I missed it! The band seems dead and then you find a huge signal! I also bought the CWMorse N0SA key recently. Unfortunately it had a fault but CWMorse are replacing it. Great service to the UK! 73 de Ian, G0VGS
Years ago I bought a K2 as a father-son project. We built it on a camping trip, except that the latching relays were all missing so we could not complete it there. I still have it stored with a few upgrade kits that are calling out for attention. You inspire me to work on it again. One mod I made was to epoxy a palm paddle base to the side panel. Another was to put a lithium battery pack inside on the battery tray, one of the earliest lithium powered Elecrafts. Thanks for the inspiration! :)
Got the K2 Kit with SSB a few years back and assembled it tuned it up, but didn't get the mic. Spent a few months listening with it from my apartment, SSB on 10 and 20m, with a homebrew buddipole, and then it got stuck in the closet for a few years. Just pulled it out a few days ago, ordered a MH4 mic from Elekraft and looking into learning CW. Will probably order a CW Morse Key to practice with as they seem to be priced right. Wish I could afford to buy another K2 kit as I really enjoyed the assembly process. My one and only HF radio and looking forward to making some contacts.
Thanks for another QSO yesterday while I was at K-9122. Always a pleasure. Glad to see you enjoying your "new" K2. And nice to recognize so many fellow CW POTA peeps in your log!
I love my K2 it's one of my favorites. I have to replace the Battery in mine, and I think 4 of those 4Ah LiFePo cells may fit perfectly in place of that Lead Acid battery.
Thanks for taking us along. I am looking forward to purchasing the N0SA paddles from CWmorse. I have a set of CWmorse paddles I’m using for POTA, but time to upgrade. Just waiting to get notified when they’ll be available. Thanks - Mat - K4OCY
Nice addition to your "stable" of radios. Some time I hope you might comment on what options are installed. I have a K2 kitted out for QRP, meaning it has analog filter module instead of the DSP filter to reduce current draw, and the internal SLA battery, the internal 10W tuner, and SSB module.
I was using a PackTenna 9:1 Random Wire antenna. Details are in the field report on QRPer.com. (Check in the description for the direct link) 73! Thomas
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Note that this was literally my first time on the air with this K2 and didn't have the sidetone and filters configured properly for optimum audio--hence the pumping sound. Since this activation, I've properly configured it.
I was grooving to the beat box sound 😆
The K2 is my favorite rig. Thanks for showing it off here. I enjoy watching your "uncut" sessions. Good DX.
That is like a place where the 82nd Airborne Screaming Eagles trained at.
My wonderful XYL bought me a K2 kit for a retirement gift in 2019. She got me all of the available options, including 160M. I’ve got the internal QRP tuner you used today, but she also got me to 100 watt external tuner with the 100 watt amp. It took 9 months to build. Like you, I love the K2 and will keep it forever. The price has nearly doubled since got it.
What an amazing XYL you have, OM! :) Thanks for sharing that!
I really love the sound of that K2. Just so smooth. Definitely a keeper.
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful radio and activation with us. Very glad you liked the paddle and had time for the activation.
I love CW Morse. They make decent keys at reasonable prices. I've collected 3 so far. The single lever paddle is my favourite (so far). I think my wife is going to stage an intervention if I buy any more radio stuff in 2023.
I sold my K2 that I built in 2004 to buy my K2. I was fortunate enough to buy it back recently :). The K2 has a soul and I missed it! The band seems dead and then you find a huge signal! I also bought the CWMorse N0SA key recently. Unfortunately it had a fault but CWMorse are replacing it. Great service to the UK! 73 de Ian, G0VGS
Years ago I bought a K2 as a father-son project. We built it on a camping trip, except that the latching relays were all missing so we could not complete it there. I still have it stored with a few upgrade kits that are calling out for attention. You inspire me to work on it again. One mod I made was to epoxy a palm paddle base to the side panel. Another was to put a lithium battery pack inside on the battery tray, one of the earliest lithium powered Elecrafts. Thanks for the inspiration! :)
Great video, like always! Thanks for sharing my small cw learning tool in your blog!
73
My pleasure, André! Thank you!
Got the K2 Kit with SSB a few years back and assembled it tuned it up, but didn't get the mic. Spent a few months listening with it from my apartment, SSB on 10 and 20m, with a homebrew buddipole, and then it got stuck in the closet for a few years. Just pulled it out a few days ago, ordered a MH4 mic from Elekraft and looking into learning CW. Will probably order a CW Morse Key to practice with as they seem to be priced right. Wish I could afford to buy another K2 kit as I really enjoyed the assembly process. My one and only HF radio and looking forward to making some contacts.
Thanks for another QSO yesterday while I was at K-9122. Always a pleasure. Glad to see you enjoying your "new" K2. And nice to recognize so many fellow CW POTA peeps in your log!
Thank you! And, yes, it's one big happy POTA CW family out there!
I love my K2 it's one of my favorites. I have to replace the Battery in mine, and I think 4 of those 4Ah LiFePo cells may fit perfectly in place of that Lead Acid battery.
Thanks for taking us along. I am looking forward to purchasing the N0SA paddles from CWmorse. I have a set of CWmorse paddles I’m using for POTA, but time to upgrade. Just waiting to get notified when they’ll be available. Thanks - Mat - K4OCY
Just started a K2 build. I appreciate you making this video for me. :). I’d love to find an internal 100W amp but they are unobtanium these days
Give the QRP version a chance. It's a surprisingly good rig at low power.
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K2 #999 (no kidding!)
Nice addition to your "stable" of radios. Some time I hope you might comment on what options are installed. I have a K2 kitted out for QRP, meaning it has analog filter module instead of the DSP filter to reduce current draw, and the internal SLA battery, the internal 10W tuner, and SSB module.
I will need to get the full list from the builder (it's in the documentation he sent).
I'm jealous, if I could find a K2/100, i would buy it in a minute! Elecraft says that the /10 is the only one available.. thanks for your videos!!
@@BrianMoore-uk6js I found a K2/100 with the outboard elecraft tuner, wasn't the 10 watt model, but it was in perfect shape!
I'd love a K2, very rare here in VK land unfortunately. Great looking rig and nice paddle. Thanks for posting.
I'd love to see your shack. Would love to see your collection of rigs.
Maybe one day! :) In truth, many of my rigs are packed for the field, so they're not on display in the shack.
I traded my K2 and KX1 for a new KX3. I regret it.
Oh, that would be a tough one. I love my KX3, but also my K2 and KX1.
@@ThomasK4SWL now the question is, if you could only have one?
When is your next activation, Thomas? I'm getting better at my POTA hunting, looking for you! lol
scratch that, just caught you via RBN notification, good to work you finally!
Thank you for hunting me! Great to get you int he logs!
Well done! Allá QSO in 30M band? What type antenna working? 73 LU8HRW
I was using a PackTenna 9:1 Random Wire antenna. Details are in the field report on QRPer.com. (Check in the description for the direct link)
73! Thomas