I've used an Antron 99 for a while now and it's proven itself (to me anyways) that it's a cheap viable option that works good enough for both local and DX. However does have a tendancy to pick up a lot more static then desired. No biggie when the skip is rolling, but local chatter (within say 20 miles or so can be a challenge) But I may be looking for a upgrade at some point. No amps, or extra power used. Just a simple operator at stock power. Just transmitting 26/27 MHz.
What are your thoughts on the Sirio Gainmaster antennas? Gain-Master, the new reference in its class of antennas is it worth paying over $200 CDN (New) ?
Another antenna that I can purchase for a reasonable cost ($100 CDN Used) is a Jetstream JTV 680 JTV680 Jetstream Antenna HF Vertical Aluminum 6 - 80 Meters 23.4 Feet High 250 Watts Max.JTV680 Jetstream Antenna HF Vertical Aluminum 6 - 80 Meters 23.4 Feet High 250 Watts Max.
I am not looking at comparisons with any other antennas, just these ones mentioned only.
What are your thoughts on the Sirio Gainmaster antennas? Gain-Master, the new reference in its class of antennas is it worth paying over $200 CDN (New) ?
Another antenna that I can purchase for a reasonable cost ($100 CDN Used) is a Jetstream JTV 680 JTV680 Jetstream Antenna HF Vertical Aluminum 6 - 80 Meters 23.4 Feet High 250 Watts Max.JTV680 Jetstream Antenna HF Vertical Aluminum 6 - 80 Meters 23.4 Feet High 250 Watts Max.
I am not looking at comparisons with any other antennas, just these ones mentioned only.