Preferred Rig SB-101 or SR-150?

[Brian Carling]

If either is built with a PC board construction, that might be a consideration.

I really dislike the use of PC boards in tube rigs.

YMMV...

On 1 Apr 2004 at 20:59, Rinkie & Ron Pollack wrote:

> Another consideration might be the availability of parts and service
> help & advice.  There are thousands of SB101s out there, and an active
> Heathkit list, and many rigs being parted out.  I've never looked much
> for Halli parts or advice, but I'd bet that there is a lot more
> available for Heath products.  In addition, there are loads of
> accessories and mods, which may not be as plentiful for the
> Hallicrafters.
>
> On the other hand, Halli was factory built with excellent quality.
> The assembly quality of the Heathkit may be questionable.
>
> I have about 40 Heathkits, and use them on the air, from AT1 to DX20
> to SB303/401 and HW101, among others.  Have always been pleased. For
> what it's worth!
>
> Ron K2RP
>
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>
> Is there any substantive reason to choose a
> Hallicrafters SR-150 over a Heath SB101?
>
> Both get solid reviews on the Internet.
>
> The Halli uses 12DQ6B finals, the Heath 6146's.
>
> I have some 6146's and have run rigs with them in
> the past.  I think they generally sell for $20.
> each.
>
> The 12DQ6B is a sweep tube but seems to be commonly
> available and runs $4. - $9. from a quick Google
> search.
>
> I am guessing that the 6146 is more rugged than the
> sweep tube and there does not seem to be a significant
> design power output difference between the rigs.
>
> Anything else I should consider other than the finals?
>
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