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No Static at All: An FM Stereo Receiver Kit for Beginners

JOE EISENBERG

Often, I get asked about kits that are appropriate for beginners and for specific kits that are not only beginner-friendly, but also can be used to teach a specific building skill as part of a group kit-building experience. Over the last year, I have had great success with a kit that incorporates a surface mount IC as well as a relatively low parts count. This combination is perfect for a group kit-building experience for both beginners and experienced kit builders. A simple FM stereo receiver kit fits the bill. The fun part of this kit is that it gives the builder a very useful device at a very low cost. Because younger builders are not always licensed, this kit still makes it an enjoyable experience. The FM stereo radio kit…

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CQ Amateur Radio (Digital) - 1 Issue, February 2023

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