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EPISODE · May 17, 2026 · 1H 16M

Rick N3FJZ: Scratchbuilt HF Transceivers & Homebrew Radio Philosophy

from Ham Radio All Portable Discussion Zone · host Charlie NJ7V

In this episode, I sit down with Rick N3FJZ — a prolific homebrew builder known in the SolderSmoke community for his meticulous construction, clean schematics, and commitment to all-discrete analog design. We trace his journey from his first scratch build projects to his current tranciever with a custom front panel digital display.Join us as we explore how you can get involved in portable radio, QRP, and more in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone (AP/DZ). Every aspect of portable operations is covered in this biweekly podcast, from news and gear to achievements, the workbench, contests, awards, and beyond.Rick's website: http://www.remmepark.com/circuit6040/Show notes Listed on Rick's Website: http://www.remmepark.com/circuit6040/Show_Notes/Show_Notes.html#apdz #SOTA #POTA #PortableOps #HamRadio #QRP #Workbench #Electronics #homebrewradio #DIYradio #testequipment #RFprojects #amateurradio #hamradiopodcast #scratchbuild #ManhattanStyle #BITX #SolderSmoke #HFtransceiver #QRPSSB #directconversion #analogradio

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