Ham Radio in 30 Days: From Zero to Hero
You’ve passed the licence test… but now what? Are you feeling overwhelmed, mic-shy, or unsure how to actually get on the air? This practical course helps you go from “what do I…
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September 2, 2025
Icom IC-7300MK2
Icom has officially announced the brand-new IC-7300MK2 HF/50/70 MHz transceiver, unveiled at the JARL Ham Fair 2025. As the long-awaited successor to the hugely popular IC-7300, this next-generation SDR-based transceiver…
August 23, 2025
Easy to Build 10 Meter (28 MHz) Vertical Antenna for DX
If you’ve been active on the ham bands lately, you may have noticed something exciting — the 10-meter amateur radio band (28 MHz) has been absolutely alive with DX contacts.…
August 12, 2025
How to Get Your Ham Radio License in the United States
Becoming a licensed ham radio operator in the United States is your ticket to joining a global community, experimenting with radio technology, and being prepared in emergencies—all legally and safely.…
August 6, 2025
Ham Radio’s 70cm Band at Risk!! FCC to Decide?
A commercial space company - AST SpaceMobile - launching satellites operating within the 70cm 430-440 MHz band has requested to the FCC for permission to use more sections of the…
August 1, 2025
Vero VGC VR-N7600 Manual
I was researching the newest mobile radio from Vero - the VR-N7600 and struggled to find a manual. Eventually I found it so I thought I'd post a link to…
August 1, 2025
What Ham Radio Band Should I Use? HF & VHF Explained for Beginners
Are you confused by all the different ham radio bands—80 meters, 40 meters, 20 meters, 2 meters—and when to use them? You're not alone. In this comprehensive video guide, let's…
July 20, 2025
SDR Console Download Link Confusion
On my videos about SDR Console I mention the download link location on the SDR Console website. The comments I receive the most are "I can't find the correct download…
July 15, 2025
Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood DATA Jack 6 Pin Mini Wiring Notes
I thought I'd do a quick write up whilst I was developing the TOADs Digital Interface Daughterboards with some information about the 6 Pin Mini DIN DATA jack you find…
July 10, 2025
Software Defined Radios (SDRs) for Beginners
Some links in this article are affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases In recent years, Software Defined Radios (SDRs) have completely changed…
June 16, 2025