Yaesu FTDX3000 Review, Making Contacts On HF

Here is a video of a radio I have yet to play with, the Yaesu FTDX3000. Than you to GigaParts.com for letting me play with this radio. You want something at a more affordable price, with a good build quality and a name people know? The FTDX3000 will fit a lot of operators, and a lot of operators will know what you are talking on. HF and 6 meters, USB connectivity and some good sounding audio. Check it out on this video, and you can check out the price at GigaParts.com.
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[@radioaxe6964]

The FTDX 3000 was my first HF rig. I ran it for 2 to 3 years with exceptional results. Real pleasure to use.I have since moved onto the FTDX 5000MP and will use the 3000 as a field radio. Thanks Eric 👍

[@LivePDOfficerInterviews]

Best rig I’ve run. Sensitivity and selectivity are fantastic with this rig. It forces you to actually “use it“ to pull in those weak DX signals. In just four weeks in what everyone calls “bad conditions“ I’ve reached three continents with this rig using a basic dipole and 100 W. Farthest QSO has been 8100 miles away. Not too shabby at all. Love the FTDX 3000!!

[@nortec1988]

Great video, I have owned one of these for the past 2 years. Would you believe I won this radio at a DX convention in Visalia, CA. Spent $20.00 on raffle tickets and that was my lucky day. It performs great in all modes, highly recommend this radio. Keep up the good work and videos.. 73 from Chandler, AZ. K7NWF

[@mriflyrc]

Liked your video so much that I went to GigaParts in Las Vegas and bought one.

[@LivePDOfficerInterviews]

Wayne mc you’ll love it. I’ve sure made incredible barefoot calls with mine. Enjoy!

[@AmishSpecialForces]

Just got my FT-DX3000D, and I absolutely love it. My first new radio, got it hooked up to my Chameleon MPAS antenna and had a great time with it this morning. Easy for this new Ham to figure out, with minimal manual reading. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this radio, great value for the money.

[@Joe_HamRadioGuy]

It's a nice radio I like the meter on it. And yes thank you Gigaparts for lending Eric the radios to review for everyone.

[@felixdeshawn4439]

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[@hanklevi1405]

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[@felixdeshawn4439]

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[@hanklevi1405]

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[@mikeparker5119]

Just a few comments in reply to your queries on the video. The micro tune socket is for the optional yaesu high Q preselectors. The CW speed has a knob control too - it would freak CW OPs out if they had to go via a menu. The rotator socket is covered as it's not used by many but there is a socket there. The 13.8v output is for low power accessories, an external auto ATU for example. The scope can go full screen by pressing scope a few times. The ATU doesn't need a push and hold each time, if active on or around a recently tuned frequency it will switch to its LC combination. Full retune only required if a change in antenna or you significantly move off the tuned frequency. Hope that helps. 73 DE Mike M0SAZ.

[@cliffengle2897]

I've had the 3000 for about a year and am still learning. Tremendous receiver. One adjustment is to change the default contour value from negative whatever to about +12 or so. It really makes the signals jump out of the noise when enabled. 73 and have fun. Cliff W3KKO

[@Drewboo1968]

This is going to be my first HF rig. I did consider the IC-7300, and the 991A... but I'm a sucker for knobs and buttons. This will run straight into my SDR and give me the full screen pan adaptor in any case. The other thing is that I watched a few KZbin vidz and the noise reduction on this unit is mental for the money as far as my ear can tell. I'm a new HAM in my 50's, and I am looking forward to spending many happy years with the 3000. 73's. Drew KD9PBT

[@fullsaildigital]

One of the best deals in a new radio right now. Great quiet and sensitive RX. Smooth audio and packed with features.

[@millstj]

I've looking at buying one of these as my first HF radio, but all the video reviews have been so old. Thank you for reviewing it, it was like you were reading my mind!

[@LivePDOfficerInterviews]

Tim Mills It’s a great rig. It requires you to actually use it by adjusting filters based on the QSO conditions and enjoy the experience. If you have any questions I’d be happy to help you.

[@Craigjordan121]

I just bought one with a yeasu power supply for 1200. I think I got a good deal on my first radio. Looking forward to learning it.

[@Sui778]

Exactly why I got this radio - sounds great, very capable filtering and I prefer buttons. Love mine!! Glad to see you reviewing this on your channel.

[@bdm1000]

There is something to be said about real buttons.

[@LivePDOfficerInterviews]

Yeah... I agree. Buttons and knobs at least to me are so important on a radio. Everyone has their likes and dislikes. I’m glad we still have radios like this. Mine worked over 8,000 miles on a multiband dipole barefoot. It’s noise reduction is amazing.

[@EdzashedFudwinkle]

A touch screen breaks, you've lost the radio, a button breaks, you've lost your squelch. I think digital & old school reflects differently on people, bit only depending on their age I'm old (ish) and I like old, not really a digital person, and definitely no tech

[@adrianmg5322]

Thanks....That has almost made my mind up. Coming back to Ham radio after 25 years off air I wanted a radio with knobs and buttons to twiddle. Toss up between the TS590 and the FTDX3000. Now the UK price has come down the 3000 is a sure purchase. It will replace my old Icom IC703 10 W rig that was bought as a standby/ mobile radio.....

[@9Z4Y]

Eric, I have looked at a lot of videos of this Rig, because I am fixing to get one soon, there are a lot of videos out there but not any as nice as yours the video quality of all your videos are such a pleasure to look at, its nice to see the FTDX3000 up close on my big screen it's almost like in real time, Thanks for this great video, 73 de 9Z4Y

[@garysmith8455]

I have one of these ('D' model) and I love it. It has KILLER audio on AM !! Don't need mixers and processors. Appreciate your videos !!

[@ae1tpa92gwtom2]

Hey Eric thx for this Video, I have this radio, and like it, how can anyone give thumbs down for any informative video.. i am always mystified by thumbs down.. cheers n 73s Eric A92GW

[@WJ6FRadio]

Great radio! I had the FTDX-1200 with the FFT-1 board, but I sure wish I would have saved just a bit more and picked up the FTDX-3000!

[@EdzashedFudwinkle]

Noted ✅

[@ki6ada2005]

HI Eric. I really enjoy your videos. I have been wanting to replace my FT 857D. Don't care much on the new touchscreen radios. Having a limited budget. I am having a great interest in FTDX-3000D. Thanks Steve

[@billvet6]

Glad I stumbled upon your videos while looking for FT3 videos. I like my FTdx3000 alot. The receive and noise control is much better then on my FT1000D or my TS-2000. I hear stuff on the FTdx 3000 that I don't hear on the TS-2000. I still want an FtT5000 tho.

[@rossbassette7518]

I am going to ignore those who keep telling me "Thou Must Buy An Icom IC-7300 or IC-7610". This FTDX-3000 looks damn good.

[@AmishSpecialForces]

I went back and forth between this and the IC-7300, and bought this. A FAR better radio imho. Played with the IC-7300, totally not impressed.

[@itperdition]

Was about to buy a 7300, but being able to receive outside the ham bands, three antenna connections, having the ability to plug in a cheap sdr for panadapter without modifying the radio and the excellent sound/transmit quality made me dump the 7300 and choose this radio. After you get past the pretty interface on the 7300, there's just not a lot there.

[@GetCTOwned]

I am looking to get my first dedicated HF rig. I have a 991A and MD200 mid, I was leaning towards the FTDX-101D but cannot justify the price. The ICOM7300 is nice, but I like Yaesu and my MD200 mic doesn't work properly with the MD200. Then theres the FTDX-3000. Seems to be perfect for me, and the fact is has an IF/RX out that can go straight into my SDRPlay RSPdx and also use CAT control, Im sold.

[@Dennisjp-8318]

Testing out radios on youtube is a great idea, thanks, Eric.

[@davec4474]

Mine should arrive tomorrow.

[@philparrish6914]

Let us know if you like it.

[@geejayp3583]

Love the video. Keep up the great work!

[@HamRadioConcepts]

Thank you

[@kellyklaask7su990]

Just bought one of these. Waiting for it to arrive on 9/17/20!

[@CaptainK007]

Baby 5000, great radio.

[@pu2xbt74]

please tell gigaparts to release a kenwood TS 890 S for a rewiew

[@hamradiofrequencies]

If and RX out allow SDRPlay and other SDR receivers to be integrated seamlessly with TX grounding so as to not compromise the SDR receiver when transmitting. Gives you FULL COMPUTER SCREEN WATERFALL.

[@buzzsah]

I may have said it before but I got off the air in 83-84, in 2015-16 I told my wife I was thinking of starting up again. So, the early part of the year my wife bought me an FT-1200 and FT-400 for my birthday., then in 2017 she bought me the IC-718, and Ft-891 fr the van. The reason for this comment is I am thinking of the IC-7600/7610 and the IC-9700. if you were going to buy 2 more radios which would you look at?

[@buzzsah]

@LastConfederateSoldier Back then I ran the Yaesu 902DM and a 101z as backup. I found the FT1200 was/is a good radio to startup again after 35+ years, not a lot of money so if I were to say I don't care for radio anymore I didn't waste a lot of money. I will keep it as a backup alone with the ic718 but seeing I'm staying on I need to buy something better. I was never a fan of the 7300 but I do like Icom.

[@dondonaldson1684]

Nice review, thanks!

[@paulyosef7550]

I'M NOT A TOUCH SCREEN GUY. WIPING GREASE OFF IT AND EVENTUALLY GETS SCRATCHED IS NOT FOR ME. I M BUYING ONE THIS SUMMER. I NEED A LICENSE FIRST. I'M 62 AND RETIRED AND WANT TO HAVE SOME FUN BEFORE I CROKE.

[@EdzashedFudwinkle]

Keep some wet wipes on the table, and wipe your greasy finger dabs before you turn it on. I think it's a great radio, but I would need my license before purchasing 1 of these. I use a CRT 6900n for 10,11,12m bands, and I can shoot skip with most of Europe from England. Once I upgrade my £40 Thunderpole with a decent 5/8 wave, I plan to shoot skip with the US 🇺🇸 too. Hope you got a radio, I am enjoying every minute of it, met many friends too, 73's from 🇬🇧

[@johncundiss9098]

13.8 volts out the back. It is most likely switched by the power switch on the front. This is for antenna tuner power, manual ones, also I think powers the micro tuner.

[@realFoxBox]

you could probably use the 13.8v out to power an external antenna tuner.

[@LivePDOfficerInterviews]

Hey Eric, you do a lot of videos and put a lot of time into them. Why not do a review on the Yaesu FTDX 5000? Top 10 Sherwood, number 1 AARL receivers list... even over the 101D. It’s a great rig for you to review. It’s an older “Legacy rig” but has held its own for a decade. Hard to imagine with all of the improvements ham radio receivers have seen in the last 10 years. Merry Christmas to you and yours Eric.

[@frankthetank3342]

I wosh RF and Squelch had separate knobs and not habe to choose one. Maybe theres a quick step to switch back and forth.

[@o00scorpion00o]

I am contemplating selling my 7300 for the 3000, reason ? well I'm actually really surprised my little cheap FT-891 has so much better NB and NR, it amazes me how well it can pull out a weak signal compared to my 7300. I love the 7300 but I was so impressed with the DNR on the 891 that it makes me think the 3000 is a far better radio if you care more about performance, sound quality and noise reduction than fancy looking waterfalls. The only real issue I have is that I work shift and can work the 7300 remotely which is very convenient and this is the main reason I got it to be honest so I would find it hard to let go. I only wish the NB and NR was a lot better on the 7300 which can sound harsh and tiring after a while.

[@johnc3403]

13.8V out to light the LED on your external PWR/SWR meter... that kind of thing.

[@philparrish6914]

@8:14 It has a cover on it. It is not "blanked out".

[@Jeremy-vt2in]

Eric, nice video. K4BAI is a CW Legend. Keep up the informative videos.

[@michaelbradley8508]

Thanks for the video, it was great.... Do you still have your IC-7100? If so are you going to be making more videos on it? Michael VA6XMB

[@pamelagirt794]

Really enjoyed your FT3000 review and contacts! I learned a lot for use of my 3000. Interested... Why would you pair the IC 7300 and the IC 9100? Aren't they very much the same radio?

[@51nw]

i have this rig and enjoy it. my only complaint is that during transmit the waterfall and audio scope stop which in turn does not let you monitor your tx signal and audio bandwidth. very annoying, most all rigs the display does not stop on tx, this one does for some reason.

[@jamesmackinlay4477]

13.8 out would be good for your tuner or wattmeter?

[@joeframo3347]

Really nice rig

[@ICU8I2]

Hi Eric in response to having 13.8 vdc RCA jack on the back a person may want to power an external keyer. Dave W8DEP 73

[@jay-rus4437]

Picked up an FTdx10 this past week. Sort of wondering if I should have picked up one of these instead. What are your thoughts? One negative Ive noticed on the dx10 is that when using the DNR it sounds very “hollow”....like someone talking into an old coffee can. This is not the issue with the ft-991. My 991 doesn’t sound like that when using the DNR. Maybe Im missing something? My primary use of HF is 20, 40, and 80 stateside coast to coast contacts and nets

[@JayN4GO]

That old ham told the story of yaesu. “ we don’t repair these anymore “

[@stevejones8665]

My Dad told me as a youngster there is nothing that .can't be fixed...after 60 years I still haven't found anything that couldn't be fixed. I guess we Just can't get the staff anymore to fix thing's properly.

[@michaelm1keyhardy865]

whats the model of the hygain vertical you use ? and his it grounded with wires ? nice film on the yaesu ftdx3000 mike M1KEY M0FCG

[@stevenkaeser8583]

13.8 V would be power for an antenna tuner . . . perhaps.

[@stevejones8665]

Or the Bulbs or LED,s in external swr power meters,,the bulbs in manual Tuner meters, power for Transverter board's for 2Mtrs and 70Cm,s.

[@mikeklemens8970]

The Yeasu 3000 looks great. Is this equivelant to your Icom IC7300 or slightly more features? You are so lucky to be able to review all the new radios for us hams. Enjoy what is remaining of the weekend Erik. Mike N6IMY

[@HamRadioConcepts]

This is actually a step down from 7300, no SDR and no touchscreen with fancy waterfall options...

[@K4MJV]

@@HamRadioConcepts It depends on what you consider a "Step down" is. This has a better, more sensitive and selective receiver, better filters, and more options overall. It's actually a step up in performance.

[@HamRadioConcepts]

@@K4MJV well in terms of that, probably yes, it is a step up in performance, but a step down in looks and bells/whistles..

[@JasonTDolan]

Icom 7610 blows this old out dated junk away.

[@martinhertkorn8446]

Jason Dolan That’s a kind of a joke, I don’t know if you have one 7610, I have and tell you the receiver is better on FTDx 3000, I have always overload blinking, the receiver isn’t quite as the yaesu!

[@KB2CWN]

Why not fully familiarize yourself with the manual and operation of the transceiver before trying to make a video review. You seem to be guessing a lot about what certain connections and functions do and saying you haven't read the manual yet!

[@michaelbradley8508]

Great video... Thank you. Which Hy-Gain antenna do you use? Love your videos - keep them coming. Michael VA6XMB

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

Decided to sell my 3 MONTH old IC7300. tO BE HONEST, it doesn't feel like a true amateur radio. It kinda looks and feel cheap. Decided to go with Yaesu FTDX3000

[@Dg-zj6jo]

hi eric what vertical do you use please

[@Team-fabulous]

Torn between a ftdx 3000 or an Icom 7600....

[@vk5jajay147]

The FT-2000 beats this rig hands down. Who would want a rig with hidden menu's when in the middle of a DX contact?? Certainly not me! I will stick to the FT-1000MP, FT-2000 and FTdx-5000 line up 💯👌😎

[@jamesmackinlay4477]

I agree had the FT-1000 Mark5 great radio in fact I have had them all over the years looking to get a new base station soon. But all the ones I really want are getting many years on them so I think I will get a new one. Cant afford the FT-5000 but I can get the 3000 being a Yeasu guy that's what I think I will do not a contester the 3000 will work. Its new and has a warranty so that's what I will do wish I could get a brand new FT-1000 Mark5 or MP in the box would get it in a minute.

[@setofirons]

Hot damn!

[@scottfulton159]

You asked why there would a jack for 13.8 dc on the back of the radio. A ARB 704 amp interface, perhaps a supplemental lighting system. Just two reasons off the top of my head.

[@ATCATL]

Cant really decide between this radio and a icom-7300. I maily use ssb. Any advice please? Thank you

[@o00scorpion00o]

I don't have a FTDX-3000 but I have the 7300 and ft-891 and the FT-891 beats the 7300 NR and NB hands down, the little FT-891 can really pull out weak signals much better than the 7300. That being said love my 7300 and the waterfall is very convenient, the 3000 has some kind of waterfall that is probably good enough, at the end of the day the 3000 is supposed to sound a lot better and is generally a quieter receiver, the 7300 can be tiring to listen to after a while. I'm actually considering selling the 7300 and getting the FTDX-3000 only problem is I can remote operate the 7300 from work, I work Shift and it is convenient at night to be able to work the radio 45 miles away or when I leave the country.

[@ATCATL]

@@o00scorpion00o Many thanks for the detailed and clear reply! Really much appreciated. I also need to remote operate the receiver, that is a decisive factor for me. Do you use the remotehams software or the RS-BA1?

[@o00scorpion00o]

@@ATCATL Yes I use RS-BA1, it's not the most reliable software and I frequently need to log into the server computer to close and start the remote software but when it works it works fine. Remote access is essential. I have no fixed line internet and have to have 4G via 2 meter pole and 4G Antenna on my Chimney but it works with some occasional stuttering, if you can get your modem close to the 7300 server computer and use LAN connection, this isn't possible for me. There is also bad stutter at times if using a Bluetooth headset however, Bluetooth headphones work fine when connected to "headphones" and not "headset" there is too much of a delay when on headset so I use headphones and then use the MIC on the Laptop at work and it will take some time to set it all up but disable the noise reduction on the Laptop and any other enhancement that might be effecting or controlling the laptop Microphone. Of course you can try a good USB headset or just use the Laptop speakers but I prefer a headset. Using a remote SDR is a good way to hear what your Audio might sound like at the other end but some compress the audio a lot such as the Kiwisdr so it might not give an accurate representation of what your Audio will sound like but it helps.

[@ATCATL]

@@o00scorpion00o Have you tried the remotehams sw as well? It can be more stable and trouble free operation. It's a shame to pay such a high price for RS-BA1 and still have issues in the way.

[@o00scorpion00o]

@@ATCATL No I haven't tried remotehams , I will check it out. The RS-BA1 is fine for most of my remote usage, with remote access I can log into the server laptop and restart the application and it usually gets it back working, 99% of the time.

[@keesvanoosbree5911]

What kind of antenna are you using?

[@stevejones8665]

Eric mentioned his Antenna in this Video a Hygain Multiband vertical.

[@keesvanoosbree5911]

@@stevejones8665 Thanks. I knew it was a High Gain antenna, but I didn't know what the model number was. 73 de KE0STO

[@richb.4374]

The 3000 is a very nice rig except for one issue I do not like. Look up the transmitter imd specs...it's terrible. These rigs have dirty transmitters for some reason. The 1200 has a cleaner transmitter than these do.

[@neildombroe3600]

Seriously looking for a viable UHF/VHF handheld with good simplex range and not a BlowFung !! What can you suggest?

[@fialekbruno3923]

France

[@basilbrush4518]

how does it compare to the icom 7300?

[@philparrish6914]

Light years ahead of the IC-7300

[@EdzashedFudwinkle]

I'd leave my screen protector on lol 😆

[@johngodfrey6455]

hi i have alpin linear and i whot to conect to ftdx3000 his the phone plug go in to the tx out socket john uk

[@philparrish6914]

No, it connects to the 'TX GND' socket

[@paulyosef7550]

touch screen gets dirty/ greasy constant cleaning scratches screen.

[@ralph9987]

lets not tune on top of a transmitting station next ime huh?

[@jeffreypetchharrison4363]

MY 897 DE HAS A SCOPE .. jeff.. so not a new thing then ..

[@TingILi]

Pilling off ..... feels good.

[@lucamastino5570]

Radio giocattolo.

[@MrFlashx1]

They are not big waves. what's wrong with you?

[@Kibwunga]

My FTDX10 is epic. Never ran a 3000. RX performance on the DX10 is better.

[@stevejones8665]

Yaesu should be ashamed saying It Can't be fixed.

[@paulwithers1803]

Y

[@blueharley2]

I'm sorry to say this, but I don't have time to watch you learn the radio. I'd rather you prepare a demo & walk-thru and then post in a more concise & structured way that I can remember. . I tune into youtube channels to learn from others quickly, instead of having to figure it out myself. Not that I don't enjoy your friendly chatter about ham radio concepts, but I tire quickly when you're not telling me anything. I'd be better spending my time reading the manual. This was 24 minutes of learning nothing more than "this radio has all the features I'd expect".

[@HamRadioConcepts]

Mark Phillips why don’t you put your efforts into creating your own KZbin videos instead of wasting time watching and commenting on mine? You would probably do a much better job.

[@fashionskiller]

I agree 100%. 24 minutes of video and nothing that couldn't be read from a brochure or webshop description. When he was describing the rear side vein on my forhead started pulsing.

[@JasonTDolan]

Too old fashioned for me. Ideal if you are older and don't like touchscreens. I'll stick with SDR.