🆚 Which is better—transformer power supply or switching power supply? ICOM IC-7300MK2 price and release date! One-time special price!

Without a reliable power supply, it remains silent

Whether you choose a powerful transformer power supply or a lightweight switching power supply, your choice will determine clear reception, interference-free modulation, and long-term reliability. In this new article by Alfred Klüß, DF2BC, you will learn where the real differences lie, why switching power supplies are not all the same, and why many shack enthusiasts continue to rely on tried-and-tested transformers.

The ideal power supply for your station

Now it's official – the ICOM IC-7300MK2 has a release date and a price

The successor to the globally popular ICOM IC-7300 will be launched in December 2025. The estimated price is €1,549 including VAT – slight changes are still possible, so the final price has not yet been finalized.

The new IC-7300MK2 is an update to the most successful transceiver. If you want to be among the first to get your hands on the new IC-7300MK2, you can pre-order it now in our shop with no obligation. This will secure your place at the front of the queue when sales start!

The IC-7300MK2 continues the success story of its predecessor – over 100,000 units sold speak for themselves.

ICOM IC-7300MK2

Switching power supply 50 A greatly reduced for a short time

For those who want more power at their disposal, we are offering this compact switching power supply at a particularly attractive discount price!

Take advantage of this opportunity now and secure sufficient power reserves – but be quick, because there are only a limited number of units available at this reduced price!

The compact PSU-1250 switching power supply delivers an impressive 50 A peak current and up to 40 A continuous current – ideal for power-hungry transceivers, accessories, or power amplifiers. The output voltage can be set to a fixed 13.8 V or variably between 9 and 15 V. A temperature-controlled fan ensures quiet operation, as it only starts up under higher loads. A control allows the switching frequency to be adjusted to avoid any RF interference. The backlit instrument displays either voltage or current, while all controls are conveniently located on the front panel.

Once they're gone, they're gone – so grab yours now before they sell out!

Only while stocks last

In the early days of amateur radio, power supplies were often cobbled together from old tube radios or televisions. Today, such constructions would probably be more at home in a museum – back then, they were considered good form in the shack.

VGC VR-N7600 APRS mobile radio 2m/70cm

The VR-N7600 is a modern dual-band mobile radio for the 2 m and 70 cm amateur radio bands with up to 50 W of power and a compact black box design. The color remote control microphone allows you to control all functions conveniently and clearly. Thanks to integrated Bluetooth, GPS, compass, and speedometer, the device is perfect for mobile APRS operation and can even be paired with headsets or vehicle audio systems. The free app (Android) adds numerous additional functions to the controls, such as global network communication, SSTV, Morse code, and offline maps. The two-piece design ensures flexible installation in the vehicle and a tidy user interface.

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