Unboxing the Italian Sports Car of Morse Code Keys: Begali HST Mark III

I’m continuing the exciting unboxing of two incredible CW keys straight from Italy. In my debut episode, I unboxed the Begali Spark key, and today, I’ll continue with the HST Mark III single lever key with a switch for sideswiper (Cootie) mode.
This key is a true testament to Italian engineering at its finest and is the epitome of sleek, stylish, and fast, reminding me of an Italian sports car.
In this video, I'll demonstrate the key in action, showcasing its incredible performance at both 20 and 25 wpm. You'll get a first-hand look at just how smooth and precise this key truly is as I attach it to my iPad using the Morse-it app.
I have more exciting content planned for future videos, including tips and tutorials, morse code apps, and gear reviews. So, stay tuned for more fantastic content from my channel!
Watch part 1 - Unboxing the Begali Spark:
• Unboxing the Begali Sp...
Begali website:
www.i2rtf.com
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[@Lyndon_K]

Nice video once again. You have a unique style that I really like. I think the pacing of your videos allows the viewer more time to take in the fine visual details of the items you are reviewing. Very enjoyable. Well done!

[@themarconian]

Thank you, Lyndon. You've made my day with your comment. I make a great effort to produce these videos to both educate and entertain. I'm glad my efforts are being noticed. I'm currently putting together the final touches on a morse code practice video that is a little experimental in how it is presented. Cheers and 73, my friend!

[@jeffreyblackman5430]

I've listened to morse at greater than 40 wpm and its absolutely insane! Very nice Key!

[@AaronDengler]

Bravissimo for this compelling presentation. I am now seriously thinking of ordering a Bengali HST Mark III even though I already own a perfectly good paddle. The machine is impressive. If Bengali hasn’t compensated you for this very persuasive video, perhaps they should consider it. I’m looking forward to learning more about your practice setup with Morse-It.

[@themarconian]

I was on the fence for a long time. I'm glad I finally ordered it because it's a beautiful key and a joy to use. TU ES 73!

[@justin9605]

Thank you.

[@nsixvl]

Nice! But where's the sideswiper demo?

[@themarconian]

Thanks for the comment. I'm a newbie to the sideswiper function and am having difficulties getting used to it. I won't be able to do a good sideswiper video until a lot more practice! Sideswiping is harder than it looks. 😊

[@bryantwalley]

That thing is sweeeet!

[@gilgabo]

May I know the interface that you use to connect to your iPad? Thanks

[@havefun2952]

So, you just connect your key to your iPad without any adapter? Did you just plug it into the audio jack?

[@yrath5034]

Thanks for this video. How many takes did you need to do in order to get the iPad section almost correct and error free? ;-)

[@themarconian]

I believe it took me three takes if I recall.😃

[@jimgoldwinger422]

What app are you running on the iPad? @@themarconian

[@jimgoldwinger422]

Cancel that!

[@themarconian]

Don't forget to watch the first part of unboxing the Begali Spark here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4qWeZyPntZ-iLs

[@joshhoman]

That looks like a nice piece of equipment. I noticed that the paper on the right said "Tasti Telegrafici " on it. Respectfully, I don't think that I will be eating one of these anytime soon.

[@themarconian]

Italian food is delicious. Maybe it will be tastefully prepared! TU 73!

[@joshhoman]

@@themarconian Italian food is VERY delicious! I will eat as much spaghetti as you put in front of me!

[@oe5pop320]

Hello, what a Genius Video, please , wich Program to you use ? Mny tks

[@themarconian]

Hi. Thank you very much for the nice comment. I use the Morse-it app on the video. It's an IOS app that works on iPad or iPhone. I actually made a video specifically about the app here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4i5nZdmgMqerZo Hope this helps. TU ES 73!

[@oe5pop320]

@@themarconian it is possible to connect your key to the tablet and Control your keying? Thats my reason for the question. And does it goes up to 40-45 wpm? Mny tks, 73 de OE5POP

[@themarconian]

I connected my iPad with an Apple Lightning to a USB Camera adapter to the VBand adapter, which connects to a key. The Morse-it app settings allow you to go 100 wpm! It is accurate and I can control the keying with the Begali HST at 25-30 wpm, so it should work at 40-45 wpm if you can go that fast! That's an awe-inspiring speed! I just can't confirm how well it works at those faster speeds because I'm not at that skill level to check accuracy for myself. Bravo to you if you are that fast! I hope this helps!

[@oe5pop320]

@@themarconian mny tks

[@098317]

Lets open the box and see what we've got inside........ Err? We know whats inside.!

[@maurolimaok]

Hi. Could you make a video about the app translating your morse code in the tablet, and learning morse online? What's the name of it? Thanks for the video.

[@themarconian]

Hello. Thank you so much for stopping by to comment. The app is called Morse-it. I made a video about it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4i5nZdmgMqerZo Morse-it is a very versatile app and is my favorite app to learn morse code. Hope this helps!🤗

[@user-ge9yh6qc3h]

Thanks for the nice video. Very well done. I don’t like the app since it displays the code in a visual sense which is counterproductive as we all know. Perhaps one can turn it off?

[@mattsartori2624]

Wonderful!!! Mamamiaaaa 😮 Una bellissima macchina 🏎️ congratulazioni !!! 73 de KK7GiJ dit dit

[@pitotopuk]

TOP!!!

[@glenmartin2437]

Thanks. N0QFT