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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), […]

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Ham Culture & Entertainment

It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Burundi—on the Air in November 2025!

DX Engineering sponsors November 2025 Burundi DXpedition Whether you’re a Big Gun or Little Pistol, here’s a great opportunity for DX chasers to record an ATNO or fill bands with […]

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HAM Radio 101

Ham Radio 101: Band Aid—How Do I Choose Which HF Band to Use?

Choosing the right ham radio band is a decision we all make when we fire up our transceivers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced operator, you want to […]

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Amateur Radio News

Make Your Reservation Today for the Icom IC-7300MK2 & ID-5200

It’s a great time to be an Icom fan…or any operator looking for a smart way to boost your on-air capabilities. If that describes you, here’s an excellent opportunity to […]

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Events

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 […]