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Choosing a Ham Radio HF Antenna—DX Commander Signature 18 Nebula Part 1, Making the Selection and Prepping for Installation (Image/DX Commander)
Technical Articles
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Choosing a Ham Radio HF Antenna—DX Commander Signature 18 Nebula Part 2, Installation Day

Troy, AC80W, chronicled his installation of the DX Commander Signature 18 Nebula eXtreme HF Multiband Vertical Antenna. Find part 1 of this series here: “Making the Selection and Prepping for […]

HAM Radio 101
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Ham Radio Contesting 101: Top Ten “Rookie” Mistakes, Plus Bonus—Because This List Goes to 11

A while back while operating a contest, I realized that I was hearing certain types of mistakes made over and over throughout the contest. I thought that it might be […]

Events
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Get on the Air to Support Young Amateur Radio Operators in the Biannual ARRL School Club Roundup This October (& February Too!)

A big event for young amateur radio operators is coming up in a few weeks: the bi-yearly ARRL School Club Roundup (SCR). Every February and October, this weeklong operating event […]

Products & Product Reviews
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Getting in Tune with Your Antenna: What Do Antenna Matching Devices Do?

If you’ve ever spent time tinkering with radios—whether ham, shortwave, CB, or even more exotic setups—you’ve probably heard about antenna matching devices. These gadgets, often referred to as antenna tuners […]

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Antenna Tech

Choosing a Ham Radio HF Antenna—DX Commander Signature 18 Nebula Part 2, Installation Day

Troy, AC80W, chronicled his installation of the DX Commander Signature 18 Nebula eXtreme HF Multiband Vertical Antenna. Find part 1 of this series here: “Making the Selection and Prepping for […]

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Ham Culture & Entertainment

Youth Ham Radio Insights: Volunteer Opportunities for Young Operators

The question of how we should refer to amateur radio is an eternal debate. Is it a hobby? A lifestyle, perhaps? A community? A public service? Really, the best answer […]

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Amateur Radio News

DX Engineering Launches New Customer Rewards Program

When you buy items at DX Engineering, earn points good toward the purchase of more products, from coaxial cable to transceivers, antennas to apparel. Join today—it’s free! *** DX Engineering […]

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Antenna Tech

Choosing a Ham Radio HF Antenna—DX Commander Signature 18 Nebula Part 1, Making the Selection and Prepping for Installation

As some of you may remember from my previous articles, I have always been a wire antenna kinda guy. In fact, you could say I’ve been the poster child for […]

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HAM Radio 101

Ham Radio Contesting 101: Top Ten “Rookie” Mistakes, Plus Bonus—Because This List Goes to 11

A while back while operating a contest, I realized that I was hearing certain types of mistakes made over and over throughout the contest. I thought that it might be […]

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Antennas and Tuners

Getting in Tune with Your Antenna: What Do Antenna Matching Devices Do?

If you’ve ever spent time tinkering with radios—whether ham, shortwave, CB, or even more exotic setups—you’ve probably heard about antenna matching devices. These gadgets, often referred to as antenna tuners […]

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Products & Product Reviews

New Yaesu FTX-1 Transceivers at DX Engineering

What’s that buzz you hear? Don’t worry—it’s not emanating from your station. It’s the good kind of buzz—the sound of amateur operators talking about the latest transceivers from Yaesu. Visit […]

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HAM Radio 101

Youth Ham Radio Insights: How Young Operators Can Get Involved in Contesting Season

The most wonderful time of the year for many hams is right around the corner—Contesting Season! It’s a great time for young operators who may be interested in trying out […]

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Amateur Radio News

Act Now! Tell Your Lawmakers to Support the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act

The federal legislation prevents HOAs from enacting restrictive antenna rules. Use the link in the article to send your letters of support. It’s quick, easy, and will make a difference. […]

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Videos

DX Engineering Sponsors October 2025 Youth-Focused PJ6Y Saba Island DXpedition (Videos)

Support the future of amateur radio and snag two never-before-activated POTA locations! DX Engineering provides critical equipment for the Saba Island activation. In partnership with Youth on the Air (YOTA), […]