
I'm not considering the FTDX10 although it's a great radio. Also, I want to make sure the TX options include a parametric equalizer and possibly an effects processor. RX audio, DSP performance, AGC performance and ergonomics are also very important for me. Like I mentioned early, dynamic range is important but it's not the only factor to consider, in my opinion. The Yaesu's receiver was performing much better and I ended up buying one. I did compare IC-7600 to FTDX3000 when I was shopping for a newer radio. I started as a SWL and it is correct to call me a receiver geek. Use I would get the 101 for sure at the 3k price point. Reviews of the Yaesu are glowing as to receiver performance. The use of good rf preselection before an SDR radio helps, but that is not so inexpensive to build either especially It is more expensive to build than a direct SDR Performance as well as to limit the sensitivity to out of band strong signals. Roofing filters before conversion to SDR or DSP is an excellent way to get quieter receiver Yaesu is using the same sort of design as the 7851,ħ800, 7700, 7600, and the 7410. Note how much better theīlocking dynamic range wide spaced the Yaesu is vs the Icom SDR. Main limitation of a direct SDR radio.the limitation of dynamic range of the A/D convertor. By using roofing filters and a low phase noise oscillator for the first conversion the Yaesu directly addresses the
