E1587: Yaesu FTX-1 Field vs Optima: The #1 Comparison Guide for Radio Enthusiasts

from Ham Radio 2.0 · host Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Dive into our YouTube video comparing the Yaesu FTX-1 Field and FTX-1 Optima radios, unveiled at Dayton Hamvention 2025! Explore the compact FTX-1 Field, a 6W QRP SDR transceiver perfect for portable SOTA/POTA with a 6400mAh battery, versus the FTX-1 Optima, a 100W powerhouse with a built-in tuner for base station and field use. Discover their SDR technology, dual-band C4FM, and 4.3" touchscreen features. Which is right for your ham radio adventures? Watch now! #YaesuFTX1 #HamRadioToday's video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% on all products with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=HR2CABLES#?lp=HR2CABLES&res_per_page=60&Brand=Messi+and+Paoloni&search_return=allYaesu FTX-1 Radios - https://hr2.li/8a5vhBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

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