Wouxun REVEALS the KG-1000G | Best Mobile GMRS Radio?

[@TheNotaRubicon]

The KG-1000G is in my opinion the best mobile GMRS radio you can buy.. The remote-mount faceplate is priceless in a vehicle with scant space (like a Jeep).. and that speaker in the mic is also very helpful when flying down the freeway in a loud, rattle-bucket/heavily used 4x4 .

[@davidbrennan5]

Yeah tough to mount a small radio in a jeep huh. Chinese radios are the best!

[@NickFrom1228]

Careful, sad hams may post stupid comments🙂

[@mj-dd2fb]

Thanks, Jason, for the review. Got my GMRS license in December, browsing the market for a radio. Goal this year - my tech/general licenses. You and Josh and Dave C are my main channels. Keep up the good work!

[@jamesmichaelwoods2930]

WREY-907 - I have two of these radio's. One Mobile and one base with an Ed Fong antenna. The systems work well. I appreciate your video's.

[@Soladaddy]

Glad that Wouxun is making turnkey GMRS radios. Helps in getting more people into radios.

[@jimphillips2301]

Hello and thanks for taking the time to review this radio. I'm taking a hard look at buying this model. I live in the Southwest Houston area and recently obtained my GMRS license WRTG540.

[@karinchaney101]

If you buy the Quad Band version of this radio and unlock it then you get SOO much more.

[@FF4408]

Jason, the HAMS repeaters you saw listed were put up and are maintained by the Houston Amateur Mobile Society. They have a slew of amateur repeaters around Houston and down towards Galveston as well as the GMRS repeaters.

[@davemarriott9332]

Hey What’s the link to the Ed Fong a tan a for this GMRS frequencies? Couldn’t find it below video

[@brettberger-KM6MCI]

WQZS494 here.. I don’t have the Wouxon GMRS radio. I have the Midland mxt105. I do like that your incorporating GMRS videos into your channel. 73 Jason. KM6MCI

[@tallpaulmagic]

I got one of those about a month ago and finally got it up and running. WROW990 GMRS and KI5UIV Ham. Thanks for the video.

[@lanacionpipil8680]

Here in Buckeye, AZ, the only GMRS repeater that is closed to us is a private one, and has two tones. One for TX and another for RX. And since it's private, you can only get the two tones by becoming a member of that GMRS club, which I'm planning to do eventually.

[@shawnwade302]

I believe that port on the left side of the radio not only is it for programming but I believe you can link to kg 1000g radios together and make them into a repeater.

[@jeanninefraley7090]

I’ve had my GMRS license for about a year now and recently my amateur! I have been looking at these for awhile but haven’t purchased one yet. I really enjoy watching your videos and want to thank you for all of your help while I learn.

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks

[@chris85326]

Hey Jason. Chris, KD5HIY here. WRKZ272 with you on GMRS also. Hoping to pick one of these radios up soon. Very nice equipment.

[@kurtp5379]

I currently have a Midland MXT275 in my Jeep. Unfortunately not much traffic on GMRS in Wichita Kansas. If it ever catches on this radio would be a good upgrade. WQZB703.

[@tekmaster2375]

Is it possible to do a video on the repeater function of this radio please? Heard its very neat 👌

[@SbrGrendel65]

He talked about it in the video, did you watch the video?

[@babj615]

@@SbrGrendel65 or does this radio have the ability to act as a mobile repeater?

[@BuyTwoWayRadios]

@@babj615 Two can be linked to create a GMRS repeater. We have a video that demos this on our channel.

[@babj615]

@@BuyTwoWayRadios yes, I watched that, just didn't want to post it here out of politeness. Thank you!

[@tomzawacki8906]

Enjoyed the video, just got my GMRS license this summer and bought a KG-1000 G plus. Lots to learn not only about gmrs but how radios work, looking forward to learning what this radio can do. Thanks for the information.

[@ThadJamesReview]

WSCB835, Ex-Truck Driver Retired. Haven't found anyone to talk to on GMRS. But my Stryker 955hp reaching out there. My GMRS needs work I'm getting this one next. I enjoy watching you and Notarubicon on you tube.

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks for stopping by, hope to hear you out there soon

[@adambatchelder4121]

Looks like you can link 2 of those kg1000 and make a repeater.

[@nate0954]

That's correct. You can make a repeater out of it. And a passive repeater if I said that right. Or an extender. Something like that. I read it in a manual for the radio. You can google the radio and add user manual to the search and down load it. :) WRKY813

[@adambatchelder4121]

@@nate0954 Ya pretty cool. I guess my question is will a pair used as a repeater self identify and do they need to to be legal?

[@RicArmstrong]

Does the manual to this radio explain to a complete novice (me) how to properly use this radio?

[@nate0954]

Yes.

[@78tag]

@@nate0954 I don't mean to be contradictory PCM, but I have yet to see a manual for anything that is useful for first-time users. Hopefully, the Chinese/American translation is good anyway.

[@SimonTemplarVK3XEM]

Here in Australia we do not have GMRS, we do however have 80 channel UHF CB at 477 MHz, limited to 5 watts with repeaters.

[@JeffPalmer941]

Nice video. great radio. I wish the FCC would consolidate call signs. If you're already licensed in one thing, that same call sign should be the same across all your other licenses.

[@terrym3753]

Just installed this radio in my Tundra, Thanks for reviewing it. WRKJ573/KD2VSS .73

[@blackhillsrider2626]

WRFG263 from Maine! Great video. I am going to pick one of these up. Also a ham. Merry Christmas!

[@utterden]

Great review. I've been a ham for about 4 years (KI5ASO) and just got my GMRS license WRQG467. I've been looking for a radio and after watching your review this is now at the top of my list.

[@DennisLamberth]

WRNA759 here. Have armature extra (K1ATM) for ham and just recently got GMRS license. Not sure which radio to purchase. Watching your videos with respect to Wouxun radios befor purchasing. Appreciate your informative videos. 73'

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks

[@jeff3043]

KB7VPL / WRMA512 I just bought this radio. Going to get an antenna up this weekend, and see how it goes. Great video, thanks! 73 Jeff

[@TheNoCodeTech]

Team replay for the win! Glad to see more GMRS content. Looks like a great little radio. If GMRS was more active in my area I'd consider picking one up. Thanks for a great review.

[@theblindsharpshooter]

More radio traffic has to start somewhere...you may be the one to kick it off

[@TheNoCodeTech]

@@theblindsharpshooter ya know man, you are right. Easy to sit back and complain, I'm going to start calling out. Thanks for the motivation man. You rock. Hope to hear y'all on 462.675

[@theblindsharpshooter]

@@TheNoCodeTech I hope that was sincerity and not sarcasm 😁. I'm still waiting on my KG-905g to be able to legally participate on GMRS.

[@TheNoCodeTech]

@@theblindsharpshooter very sincere, made contact with two local GMRS operators.

[@mikeswildoutdoors7279]

wrpy611, I'm in California still waiting for this radio on back order and the KG-UV9G PRO

[@RebootADude]

Dang near perfect video. Finally pulled the trigger on my GMRS license because of your videos... WRMI790

[@josebriones4990]

My question every time I see a video on these radios is this, can I use this radio as i would a cb? Can I send out a general call and have whoever else is listening response to my call.

[@HamRadio2]

Yes you can. This is true for any 2-way radio.

[@josebriones4990]

@@HamRadio2 thank you. I've asked it several times to different people posting videos about gmrs. None have responded. I know it sounds like a dumb question. I'm tired of the reception on cb and looking to upgrade.

[@HamRadio2]

@@josebriones4990 The range on GMRS will be better than CB simply due to the legal power output of each service. As with all radios, the reception (defined as the signal you HEAR) really depends on the quality of the receiver in the radio you are using. Lesser expensive radios have poorer reception than more expensive ones, as you might suspect. But yes, folks monitor GMRS simplex and repeater frequencies and you can strike up conversations in the way you mentioned above.

[@garytedlock7533]

WRVF952 I'm thinking about buying a Wouxun1000G or a Midland MXT500 ,I leaning more towards the KG1000G. But like the idea of the turnkey 50cal. ammo box can get for the Midland

[@togeika]

WRUF615. I have this radio on a Slim Jim I bought for camping but plan on buying an Ed Fong. Have a Nagoya magnetic on my motocycle and Sidecar

[@danh4232]

Can the TYT MD-UV 390 Plus perform the same functions as the KG-1000G? This obviously a newbie question.

[@bigalbert1598]

I have twoKG 1000 connected as a repeater works excellent

[@markallan4849]

Jason thanks for finally doing the video on the KG-1000. I'm going to get one soon with a power supply to use as a GMRS base station. I like your power meter, would that take away from your transmit power? Could that of been the reason your meter only showed 45 watts on key up? Another video I saw with a smaller inline power meter showed this rig at 50 watts on transmit.

[@briancole9715]

applied for my GMRS license. im looking for a 50 watt mobile unit. what would you recommend ?

[@w0jwjohn680]

Is there any repeater coordination in GMRS ?

[@thelandrethfarm4782]

WRCI575 Dale, that is a fine radio! I use it for a base at the farm, so easy to operate from the front! Thanks for the video Jason, K7DFL

[@warzone7571]

I can’t not set up my offset manually why?

[@addisondentremont3070]

I am Amateur callsign AB1OR along with WRKY522 located in Haverhill Ma I have been thinking about this radio for quite a while but haven't been able to buy anything because I was in the middle of restructioning my fiance's and paying off loans but this month I cleared 2 major hurdles so in the upcoming I might pick up this radio by the way I have been a ham for over 30 years ans an Extra class licensee and involved with radio since the age of 10 and what I have seen of your shows you do make very good if not great presentations an your show keep up the great work de AB1OR

[@thuff3207]

Thank you for showing the features of the radio. Yes I have GRMS license its WRAX693 to go with my ham license KM4ESU. This looks like a good choice for a GRMS radio.

[@davidtallent4230]

Thanks looking at that radio for a truck appreciate your time in making the video WFRX321

[@ghost762]

Just got my GMRS license. Call sign is WRQW587. Looking for a good mobile radio to add to my truck. Will this one allow you to transmit on FRS as well? I realize it would be less than a half of watt of transmission power.

[@CharlesM-dp4xe]

I can tell you something I've noticed with several of the gmrs radios in reference to the output power. For the Base/mobile types you need a really good power supply and an accurate meter. The higher the voltage setting is close to between 14 and 15 volts and rated to at least 30 amps or better you will get your wattage. If you are running economy, your output will suffer. I've had at least 10 of these radios and they all seem to be weak at 12 volts and if you are at 13.8 your output will be nominal. A good antenna with an excellent low loss cable is a requirement and of course the higher your elevation the greater your distance. There are allot of other factors as well If you are looking for skip ... forget it ! My cable was the most expensive part of this system. If you want performance its going to cost, otherwise if you go cheap, don't complain . WQXK742

[@JbowlizzleKC]

Curious about mounting the Ed Fong J-pole antenna in my attic or does this defeat the purpose of putting something outside.

[@HamRadio2]

It will work better outside, but if you can't do that, having it in the attic should be fine. It'll definitely improve reception over having the antenna inside at ground level or just using the HT antenna

[@reginaldwalton]

WRMQ972 - got mine installed and learning it now. New to GMRS, but also have my HAM license (KI5ATB). Great video on the KG-1000G. I'm local in the DFW metroplex.

[@elginbilbo1549]

Jason, My call sign is WRPN884 for GMRS, and for Ham radio it is KI5KHR, enjoy your videos. Does the face of the KG-1000 detach for separate mounting?

[@HamRadio2]

Yes

[@zachariahrutledge340]

I just got my KG-1000G set up last week and started using it. I really love it. I am very new to radio (and to GMRS for that matter), but I've been using one of the local repeaters out here about 30 miles away and have already made a handful of contacts. I have one question though...every now and then I see the receive light come on when I have the channel set on the repeater channel but no noise comes out of the speaker (even when I have the volume turned up). It usually only happens for a second or two at a time. Do you have any ideas what is causing that to happen? WRKJ910

[@kilobyts5703]

Can you put incode and dcode like D5321i and D365n i need some help on this thanks

[@HamRadio2]

Yes

[@kilobyts5703]

@@HamRadio2 thank you sir its a great video

[@TheMan4547]

I am new to the radio world and just got a KG935G. Is there a base style radio you would recommend that can be moved from the house to the car ?

[@Rubi747HVY]

The video makes a lot of sense now that I have one to follow along. Thanks

[@smccrory]

WRML487 here. Great video but would have like to seen this with multiple contacts across different distances and equipment on the receiving end. All we kinda know is that you can push power through a meter and probably hit a repeater. I kinda want more from a radio and antenna costing almost $400 all-in ;-)

[@HamRadio2]

I never planned for this to be my only video about this radio

[@WalterGreenIII]

N3PLA HAM - WRMB762 GMRS I understand two of these and a GMRS duplexer make and excellent GMRS repeater.

[@smashwindow01]

Has anyone found a way to change the backlight color?

[@Chriskinikin]

jason did you make up your call sign for GMRS i have not heard of that.

[@HamRadio2]

Nope

[@bennyimbert3672]

WRMB912... Hello. I'm new to the GMRS world. I used CB Radios back in the day. I purchased the Wouxun KG-1000-G a week or so ago and just installed it. I need to program in repeaters for the Reno, NV, and surrounding area, and obviously, learn how to use the radio.

[@wercrooks1]

Would be interested to hear about your experience. I'm also new to this and looking to purchase this radio along with Ed Fong antenna for house. Please share!

[@rmccombs66]

What happened to the digital watt meter?

[@Dazzko]

WRHT976 out of NW VA. I have been looking for a remote faceplate and this is great. Will be moving from a midland to this, thanks!

[@chrischapman2575]

Can I use, for example, 462.700 more than once? But programmed with different codes, or do I need program each one one separately while traveling? Thanks WRFT350

[@cheech1557]

What type / model cable to you

[@Jmconnell2012]

I’m considering purchasing this radio.Hopefully I will be able to hit a few of the repeaters in town 20 miles away in Houston with this unit. WRKQ564

[@frankmcal1690]

And I just ordered 2 Wouxun KG-905G GMRS tonight

[@radiohobbyist13]

Great little radio, very professional looking. If I didn't already know that it was only $110 I'd think it was a four or five hundred dollar radio. I suggest that you order the longer skinny antenna that is normally supplied with the 805G because it goes better with the looks of the radio. The supplied antenna is shorter and looks more like a VHF antenna. My two cents.

[@javiercervantes306]

I, know it's been a few months since you have posted the video, and like to thank you for the info. I have just applied for a License and looking to get into the GMRS as a hobby. looking forward to new videos on the subject.

[@MrPROGAMER56]

Can I use midlands ghost attena with this attena ?

[@portblock]

Looks like a neat little radio. I too have a GMRS license, hello from Los Angeles. GMRS: WREL500, HAM: K6WTG, RR:00162553, (and Experimental on its way, fingers crossed)

[@mojopetsupplements]

Really, no seriously appreciate you going through most if not all the menus, operation and functionality really takes your vid to the next level and extremely helpful, thank you:) Now more informed, also purchased KG 905G x 2:) No need for a GMRS, live in Canada

[@fillmoreranger634]

Jason, There is a GMRS repeater in Arlington. Closer than Venus.

[@HamRadio2]

Is it actually on the air? If so, they need to put it on the website

[@vinceadams9985]

Great clear video - no jargon. Keep them coming.

[@ewbeyer1104]

Howdy! WRTA820, Newly licensed and learning as much as I can. I live in Mansfield, just down the road from you. Wanting to acquire a nice HT, and mobile unit for my rig. Your videos have been very helpful! Would love to correspond, pick your brain a little. It’s easy (and fun) to get carried away with this stuff but I want to do it right. Cheers!

[@dphillips4351]

Have the MXT500 Midland and just ordered the KG-1000, more operability with the KG-1000. My Yaesue 991A is still waiting in my man cave?

[@xxchad71xx]

WROG474 Im wanting to purchase this but there are no repeaters in my "very rural" area. Curious what worst case scenario distance is like...

[@concernedpatriot9314]

I’m getting 30 miles with 20 watts, base to Mobile!

[@78tag]

What is meant when a GMRS mobile radio is listed as a "repeater"? (it is able to connect to a repeater or is it a repeater itself?) Thanx

[@gone2dmtns]

The KG-1000G is capable of being a repeater, but you will need two of them and an interface. One acts as a receiver, the other as the transmitter.

[@noellbishop4560]

WROR753- been exploring GMRS and really like what it is capable of. Thanks for the great videos.

[@terrennavonekn6uka984]

WRMH669 here, looking to get a nice mobile radio to fit my needs....i think ive found it here. Great video and thankyou for your instruction. 73's

[@Currinpestcontrol]

Wrmn543~ new to gmrs wanting to get ham license but need more study time. Bought equipment for ham under friend's recommendation but finding it frustrating to program for gmrs. Lancaster, tx

[@Currinpestcontrol]

Posted the comment before seeing your recommendation on which radios I should have got 🤣

[@HamRadio2]

This radio, along with many new GMRS radios, come pre-programmed

[@paulcarcamo6992]

Hi that’s what I have in my truck nice Redio thank you for the video

[@rocklickranch2804]

I’m getting a GRMRS license on the 19th. I’ve been waiting for the license price drop.

[@rocky12364]

Does any have speakers issue , mine sound so distorted , my hand held radios sound clearer .

[@HamRadio2]

Mine sounds fine

[@terrypetersen4039]

I bought the MXT115 for side by side in mountains. I would still like to be able to talk to handheld radios for hunting purposes. It sounds as though you can't do that with this radio. But I should be able to talk to other handheld GMRS radios correct. I am just changing over from the old CB in vehicle. Lol. Any words of advice???

[@Rawbrassenjoyer]

You would be able to talk to other FRS/GMRS radios with this mobile. The only exception is the FRS low power channels 8-14.

[@BR20276]

Nice video. If you have had your GMRS license for 10 years you better check to see if you need to renew it. If I remember they are only good for ten years.

[@HamRadio2]

I've had it for about 12 years and have renewed it once during that time

[@K9KMVTheUnluckyHam]

Thanks for the video Jason. The radio looks pretty good. Nice job of explaining some of the terms we use in ham radio as you go along.

[@kevinstanfa8151]

WRFY970 here. I'm considering this radio.

[@HamRadio2]

One of the top sellers right now

[@1crazynordlander]

Buy a second KG-1000G and make a repeater very easy. WRCX586 GMRS and ham is KA0KAE. I do want to get two of these and a duplexer to make a repeater for my family to use. What would happen if you mistakenly used your Ham call sign on GMRS? Are you placed in GMRS Hades?

[@neilmartin112]

How is the audio?

[@skye1355]

KG-1000G vs BTECH 50X3 comparison? i can't decide

[@tomahawk5118]

When is the GMRS fee going down to $35? Any idea?

[@HamRadio2]

No clue

[@ai4ijoel]

If I had your callsign, I would ID as w-RF-k### with emphasis on the RF part.

[@donwatkins9600]

No one ever talks about mobile to mobile direct without a repeater. We are traveling across country and would like to know what type of distance we could expect if we got two 50 watt mobile one I70.

[@HamRadio2]

Same answer. It completely depends on what's between you and the other station. I'm not familiar with I70. But check out the Simplex event in January called Winterheat - it will be a good time to test ranges on FM Simplex

[@donwatkins9600]

@@HamRadio2 I-70 is a typical interstate highway that runs east and west across America for 2,100 miles. Straight shot really with nothing in between other than an occasional overpass. I am hoping I could get 10-20 miles on two 50watt mobile unites between two cars.

[@Grumps2_4]

You may need to program a PL tone for someone's repeater

[@chrisnesbit6823]

WRKX756, also working on my HAM Technician

[@bubba7008]

Any recommendations on a quality antenna analyzer?

[@HamRadio2]

Rig Expert

[@bubba7008]

Thanks

[@shawnphillips310]

I also use the Kenwood NX 3320 and NX 3820 and they work great for me

[@mattviviano5503]

Just ordered the KG-805G today from Buy Two Way Radios, and will likely get the KG-1000G at some point for a base unit when I get my HAM shack built. GMRS--WRMD741 HAM--KF0EAV

[@dannydivine7699]

Ok dumb noob question, what type of antenna wood be recommended for a mobile install in a semi truck, where the body has no ferrous metal in it, all fiberglass and aluminum all the top / roof panels are fiberglass??

[@christophersmith1155]

THE PROGRAMING PORT IS FOR CTCSS AND DCS. NEEDED FOR REPEATER USE.

[@barryinn1778]

Just bought 2 of these, first week both radios quit working, one was on and shut off would not power up, and the other quit working information on screen said ( data read...wait) and would not do anything, then after 4 days when ready to send back to twoway radios it started working again. Weird both radios eventually started working again on their own. I like them but haven't been able to talk on repeaters, we are having issues learning how to use them. So not happy with them at this point.

[@williamlowry9585]

Sounds like that radio is as bad as the Wouxun KG-920P amateur radios they made a few years ago and they discontinued them when people complained about the problems they were having. I got ripped off on 2 of them.

[@coreymolinelli641]

Nice review Boerne TX WREM781

[@millzee]

WROD320. Have the kg905 and the 935 now

[@2012elf]

KE8OYO has a GMRS license WRHS959 no mobile yet