Why are Yaesu radios out of stock?

Like the Alinco above, Yaesu has announced that they are discontinuing production of the popular Yaesu FT-450D general coverage transceiver due to “parts issues.” It’s worth noting the venerable Yaesu FT-DX1200 recently met the same fate. To be clear: parts obsolescence happens in the best of times.

What radios work with D-star?

D-STAR compatible radios are available for HF, VHF, UHF, and microwave amateur radio bands.

Are Yaesu radios made in Japan?

It was made in Japan. Don’t confuse the battery “made in China” label with the radio label under the battery. Even if it is made in China, it is made to Yaesu specs, nor CCR specs. I’m sure you will enjoy it for many years to come.

Is alinco going out of business?

Alinco, one of the few remaining and independent Japanese manufacturers, is no more. The company itself isn’t bankrupt (it’s not that bad yet), but development and production seems to be a Chinese affair now. Alinco’s latest VHF/UHF models are made by…. AnyTone.

What is Amateur Radio D-STAR?

D-STAR, which stands for ‘Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio’ is an open digital Amateur radio standard that offers users a number of ways to connect with other users globally via a worldwide network of digital amateur radio repeaters.

What is the difference between D-STAR and DMR?

D-Star does not support mixed mode at all. It is digital all the time. DMR and System Fusion both do but not equally. DMR can run in mixed mode but when you setup to support both analog and digital you lose the networking ability that makes these digital modes so compelling.

What does Yaesu mean in Japanese?

Yaesu (八重洲) is a district in Chūō, Tokyo, Japan, located north of Ginza, west of Nihonbashi and Kyōbashi, and adjacent to the east side of Tokyo Station. The Yaesu exit of this station, which faces Nihonbashi, is recent and primarily provides access to the Shinkansen platforms.