13 Colonies—a Truly Special Event
Independence Day is one of my favorite times of the year. Cookouts, friends and family, fireworks and, of course, the 13 Colonies Special Event. The 15th Annual 13 Colonies Special […]
An Amateur Radio Blog by DX Engineering Recent Posts
Events
Events / HAM Radio 101
Hamfests—What’s in it for Me?
If you’ve been to one—or several—you already know. If you haven’t, read on. You could be missing a good time! A hamfest is a convention of amateur radio enthusiasts, usually […]
Amateur Radio News
Yasme Foundation Announces 2023 Grants and Excellence Award
In June, the board of directors of The Yasme Foundation announced the recipient of its annual Excellence Award, Neil Rapp, WB9VPG, along with grants that will be used to support […]
Products & Product Reviews
Some Antenna Choices for Successful Portable Operations (Part 2)
Earlier this month OnAllBands highlighted the DX Engineering EZ-BUILD UWA Center-T and End Insulator Kit—an excellent choice for hassle-free and effective portable operations. Today, we’re showcasing two more proven options […]
Photo Galleries
It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Lithuania and Poland
Poland/Lithuania Special Event in July On July 17, 1933, a modified Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker piloted by two Lithuanians, Steponas Darius and Stanislovas Girėnas, crashed in a treetop in Poland, killing […]
Antenna Tech / Technical Articles
Antenna Choices for Successful Portable Operations (Part 1)
When it comes to choosing the right gear for portable operations, you may want to consider the 4 Ps as you make your selections: Portability, Performance, Perfectly Easy Deployment, and, […]
Products & Product Reviews
Highlighted Gear at Dayton Hamvention 2023 from Comet, Icom, Yaesu, Kenwood, and Geochron
One of the cool things about being at Dayton Hamvention is having the opportunity to chat with the manufacturers whose products you’ll find at DXEngineering.com. After all, DX Engineering carries […]
Events
Guide to July 2023 Ham Radio Contests
Create some July fireworks of your own by taking part in a full slate of contests as we ease into mid-summer, including the quadrennial Olympics of ham radio. Before you […]
Products & Product Reviews
Ciro Mazzoni Talks Magnetic Loop Antennas with DX Engineering at Dayton Hamvention 2023 (Video)
This month OnAllBands willbe featuring videos of some of our favorite amateur radio manufacturers from Dayton Hamvention 2023. Today, we’re highlighting the magnetic loop antenna specialists at Ciro Mazzoni. Rod, […]
Products & Product Reviews
Tim, K3LR, Interviews Rod, K8RR, about DX Engineering’s New Hexx Beam and Other Gear at Dayton Hamvention (Video)
If you were not able to make it to Dayton Hamvention 2023, here’s your chance to catch up on some of the highlights. This excellent discussion between DX Engineering CEO […]
