YAESU has announced their forthcoming release, the “FTX-1F,” an all-mode field transceiver designed to meet the demands of modern ham operators. The 24th and 25th of August will mark the first time the FTX-1F is shown at HAM FAIR in Tokyo, Japan, with full details expected to be unveiled later.
The FTX-1F is a tunable multi-band transceiver covering HF/50MHz/144MHz/430MHz, ideal for a variety of amateur radio purposes. Its key selling point is its mobility: the radio includes a powerful 5670mAh lithium-ion battery that provides up to 9 hours of stand-alone operation on HF bands in SSB mode and up to 8-10 hours on V/UHF bands when running FM. For those needing more power, the FTX-1F can deliver up to 10W when connected to an external DC power supply.
With advanced SDR technology, the FTX-1F provides high-performance communications in SSB, CW, and various modes, along with the enjoyment of AM/FM broadcast stations and the addition of C4FM digital capability. The 4.3-inch high-resolution full-color touch screen panel (480×272 pixels) features a live real-time spectrum display and waterfall, allowing for both general visual observation of band status and detailed resolution of up to 46 elements under sweep spectrum view.
The FTX-1F also operates on dual bands, thanks to two independent receiver circuits, making it possible to operate concurrently on two bands, for example, SSB on HF and digital C4FM on V/UHF, offering maximum flexibility.
With its two speakers, the FTX-1F provides high-powered audio output and includes options for automatic antenna tuning and a cooling fan, enhancing performance during demanding modes like FT8.
Enter the YAESU FTX-1F, a full-fledged IF Transceiver slated to arrive in early 2025, which is expected to be an essential tool for any ham who desires both portability and power without compromise, combining cutting-edge technology.
This ham would be amiss to say he isn’t just the slightest bit interested in this piece of hardware. As of the writing of this post, the price has yet to be announced with just a few online retailers taking reservations for the radio.