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🎄 Christmas Prizes from RigExpert Club!
Celebrate, Upgrade, Win! 
📅 December 5–29

From November 27 to December 3, buy your RigExpert MATCH upgradeable analyzer (up to 70 MHz) and get 50% OFF on Advanced (up to 230 MHz) and RFE (up to 500 MHz) upgrade licenses!

Before the expedition, we provided three Shackmaster Power 600 units to support the VU4AX team. These units were used to power amplifiers and transceivers during the operation and quickly proved their reliability under extreme conditions. Operating from one of the most remote islands in the Indian Ocean, the VU4AX team ran six stations non-stop under intense heat and humidity — a real challenge for both the operators and their equipment.

We’ve released updates for the portable PC software versions for Fobos SDR 3.0.
These updates bring a clearer signal and reduced noise thanks to the improved DC component filter.
You can now enjoy smoother reception and better demodulation performance across all supported applications.

The RigExpert AA-55 ZOOM has served thousands of radio operators around the world — trusted for its accuracy, stability, and ease of use. Now, after years of excellence, it’s time to turn the page. Starting October 15, 2025, the AA-55 ZOOM will be officially discontinued. But this isn’t goodbye — it’s evolution.

Our revolutionary MATCH upgradeable antenna and cable analyzer just became even more accessible to amateur radio operators worldwide — a step especially important for beginners entering the hobby. To support the community, we have reduced the prices.

Good news for Mac users — our ShackPower free software has just been updated and is now fully compatible with the newer macOS versions. 🎊
We know many of you have been waiting for this release, and we’re happy to say it’s finally here!

We’re excited to finally deliver the long-awaited updates of our RigExpert free software tools — now fully compatible with the latest macOS versions!
Many of you have been asking for this release, and we’re happy to say: the wait is over.
Whether you’re still running macOS Sonoma 14.2.1 or earlier or have already upgraded to the brand-new macOS Sequoia 15.5 and later, we’ve prepared dedicated versions of each tool to ensure smooth and reliable operation on your system.

Got an old RigExpert analyzer lying around — working, faulty, or even broken? Don’t let it gather dust. With our newly updated Trade-In Program, you can exchange it for the latest RigExpert model and pay only the difference. Save Money — pay only the upgrade cost. Eco-Friendly — old devices are recycled, not wasted
Upgrade — enjoy the newest features & higher performance. Warranty — every new analyzer is tested and covered

We’re excited to let you know that AntScope iOS (version 1.6.9) is now live on the App Store! 🍏📲
With this update, we’ve addressed an important issue:
✔ Fixed the Bluetooth connection problem when pairing with the RigExpert Stick XPro.
We highly recommend updating to the latest version to ensure maximum stability operating with iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth.

We have released new updates for the Fobos SDR 3.0 to improve stability and performance.
🔧 What needs to be updated:
Main firmware – update is optional https://github.com/rigexpert/libfobos.
Special firmware (FW (agile)) – update is mandatory https://github.com/rigexpert/libfobos-sdr-agile.
Please update the API libraries.

We’re proud to announce that RigExpert batteries for Motorola DP and R7 series radios have been officially assigned NATO Stock Numbers (NSNs). This milestone simplifies procurement and logistics for military and governmental organizations.

We were proud to see the VU4AX South Andaman Island DXpedition (March 2025) in the spotlight at DX-Plaza during Ham Radio Friedrichshafen 2025! The presentation, delivered by Ron PA3EWP, offered visitors a behind-the-scenes look at this demanding and inspiring adventure. 🎤🌴 With six stations running non-stop under intense heat and humidity, the expedition was a real challenge for both the operators and their equipment.

Great news for all RigExpert users — we’ve just released the new versions of AntScope2 1.4.9 for Windows, Linux, and macOS!
This update includes important improvements, including a fix for working with saved files and other improvements.

Today, on June 1st, we celebrate 22 years of innovation, connection, and passion for amateur radio!
To mark this special occasion, we’ve created something special — a video inspired by Star Wars, because just like the Jedi, we stand on the side of good... and good signals!

We’ve released the USB HID communication protocol for the Shackmaster Power 600 power supply unit. This is an additional tool that allows users to develop software for power management and to receive data from the device real time.

This year's Hamvention theme, "Radio Independence," resonates deeply with us at RigExpert. While we can't attend in person due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, our commitment to the amateur radio community remains unwavering. We're proud to announce that our trusted partners will showcase RigExpert products at Hamvention 2025.

We are excited to announce that Fobos SDR is now supported by SatDump, the powerful, open-source satellite data processing software. This integration significantly expands the capabilities of Fobos users, offering a streamlined, all-in-one solution for capturing, decoding, and analyzing satellite transmissions.