I have played around with various antenna combinations on my G5B (the low UHF band). I prefer a smaller antenna while clipped to my belt, so my RS800 though good is a bit too much. Overall, I think the stock antenna works as well as any other I have tried for overall performance.
One comment I saw in another thread about antennae is having had to shave off part of other manufacturers base to make a good connection. One thing I noticed between my Motorola NAR6595 and the stock antenna is the internal contact on the stock is more recessed than the Motorola. The Motorola contact and insulation is flush with the base of the screw while on the Unication stock antenna (at least mine) it is recessed a bit.
Another thing I noticed on the UHF side is the reception with different antenna. I know the external is supposed to be for the 700-800 band and the UHF is internal. However, I lose reception to some UHF systems (out of range) with the external antenna removed or with the Motorola attached. If there is no connection between the internal and external antennae, that shouldn't be.
Personally, I would like to see the external antenna be used for all reception. Let the user determine the best antenna for their needs.
One comment I saw in another thread about antennae is having had to shave off part of other manufacturers base to make a good connection. One thing I noticed between my Motorola NAR6595 and the stock antenna is the internal contact on the stock is more recessed than the Motorola. The Motorola contact and insulation is flush with the base of the screw while on the Unication stock antenna (at least mine) it is recessed a bit.
Another thing I noticed on the UHF side is the reception with different antenna. I know the external is supposed to be for the 700-800 band and the UHF is internal. However, I lose reception to some UHF systems (out of range) with the external antenna removed or with the Motorola attached. If there is no connection between the internal and external antennae, that shouldn't be.
Personally, I would like to see the external antenna be used for all reception. Let the user determine the best antenna for their needs.