[MXT 400 Wideband]

Okay, understood.  I missed the 500 model being wideband.  I guess if $400 big ones was to be spent on anything it would go to the KG-1000 or 575 with its display in the hand-mic than the 500 that doesnt have that feature.   I picked another hobby that isn't cheap.

[MXT 400 Wideband]

Read more that I had missed earlier doing research...the MXT400 chip isnt even certified for wideband.  So whatever software they hand out in secret only upon request that's only a link for a short time sounds far too sketchy for me to deal with.  I'll pass on it unless they make a 450

[MXT 400 Wideband]

I am considering a Midland MXT400 since they can be programed for wideband even in simplex mode, my only feature of concern.  How do they sound being chip/SOC based?  I have no GMRS equipment yet.  The lack of many advanced features isn't really bothering me as this will be only a home base or mobile radio for communication with known family/local friends in a 20 mile radius.  My main wonder is how the sound quality of these Midlands rate--the few that can do wideband (MXT400 programed and MXT575). 

  Is a Wouxon KG-XS20G a better sounding radio?  I know it's lower power (and cheaper) but it should also suit me I would think given what I've read.  I hear Midland is recommended by some but others say don't bother?   Sound quality again is a big concern 2nd only to reliability.  Is a KG-1000 just that much better than either in its super-het format?  Many Thanks.

David

Richmond

[Wouxun base station]

Ok thank you.  I'll look at possibilities...was looking at hand-held units and will still get either a 905 or 916 (or maybe) a KG-UV9GX but realized the most useful setup would be a mobile unit in my vehicle of 20 or 50 watts and a base at home of the same.

[Wouxun base station]

So stupid question, what is the best way to power the unit at a home?  Can a simple whip antenna tuned to GMRS be placed outside (not on a roof but out of the room the unit is in)?