CQ CLASSIC: The QRP Column Returns
While CQ’s first QRP column was published in 1973, it went through several iterations and, for many years, the QRP topic was covered regularly by CQ columnist and iconic QRPmeister Dave Ingram, K4TWJ (SK), in his “World of Ideas” column. The current incarnation of the column first appeared in the April 2000 edition of CQ, following a reorganization prompted by the absorption of CQ VHF into our pages.
“A Hands-On Guide to QRP Success” is that first “new” column, still penned by Dave, who, by the way, provided my personal introduction to QRP (and QRPp) by sending me a completely self-contained 20-meter transmitter in a mint tin (see photo). It runs on a 9-volt battery and even includes a miniature key. Plus, the key cable is also the antenna! It is now the foundation of my ever-growing collection of QRP kits. Many of Dave’s tips from 22 years ago still apply today. – W2VU
The Art of Low-Power Hamming
A Hands-On Guide to QRP Success
Are you ready for QRP views, tips, and words of encouragement, friends? Well the fun starts right here, right now with this new bi-monthly QRP column. Our collection of good news is growing by leaps and bounds, so let’s cut short the opening formalities of this first QRP column and
