ACOM Solid State 500S Linear Amplifier—Video Review
If you’re thinking about enhancing your amateur radio performance, get a closer look at the features and benefits of the ACOM 500S Solid State Linear Amplifier, covering 160-4M (1.8 through […]
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Manufacturer Spotlight: bhi Limited Noise-Canceling Products (video)
Today’s OnAllBands video shines a bright spotlight on a company that has been helping amateur operators enjoy brighter, more intelligible, and fully customized audio since its founding in 2002. DX […]
HAM Radio 101
Ham Radio 101: Everything You Wanted to Know About Coax But Were Afraid to Ask
Coax cable has its roots dating back to the mid-1800s, when engineers developed transatlantic cable communication. These early telegraph cables were made up of a center conductor encased in a […]
Events
The Paris Olympics Has Us Thinking Ahead to the Ham Radio Olympics in 2026
DX Engineering Becomes 2026 WRTC Sponsor With the 2024 Paris Olympics past the halfway point, OnAllBands thought it would be appropriate to give a shout out to what’s been dubbed […]
Ham Culture & Entertainment
It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia QRV in August Located in the eastern Caribbean, the West Indies island country of Saint Lucia will be in play this month for DXers (August 10-17) thanks to […]
Events
Young YDXA Operators Once Again Display Their Amateur Radio Skills at K3LR
Were you able to make contact with the K3Y team of youth operators on the air July 27 during the 2024 RSGB IOTA Contest? We hope so. Your QSO made […]
Events
August 2024 Guide to Ham Radio Contests
While not including any of the heavy hitters on the ham radio calendar, August is one of our favorite months at OnAllBands because it showcases the great diversity of amateur […]
Antenna Tech / HAM Radio 101
Ham Radio 101: A Few Basic Tips on Building Wire Dipoles
Single-band wire dipoles are one of the easiest antennas to make. But just because they are easy to make doesn’t mean they do not work well. In fact, single-band wire […]
Product Reviews
New Product Spotlight: Carlson Communications Roof Towers (Video)
If you’re looking for a practical solution to overcome limited space or HOA restrictions, Carlson Communications offers four sturdy aluminum roof tower options that provide a range of choices for […]
Antenna Tech
Ham Radio Tech: RF Ground—The Un-Ground
When it comes to ham radio, there are grounds…and then there are grounds. Here are three types we typically find with radio systems: Safety grounds protect you from a shock […]
