RigExpert 2024 Year in Review: A Year of Innovation and Connection
As we bid farewell to 2024, RigExpert reflects on a year filled with innovation, advancements, and meaningful connections with the global HAM community. This year was one of the most fruitful in our history, marked by exciting product launches, significant upgrades, and impactful participation in major HAM events worldwide.
Unveiling New Products: Tools for the Future
2024 saw the introduction of several next-generation products designed to empower radio enthusiasts and professionals:
1. MATCH Upgradeable Antenna and Cable Analyzer: We developed a revolutionary analyzer poised to transform the antenna and cable analyzer market. MATCH will redefine user experiences, delivering unmatched flexibility, accuracy, and reliability and setting a new standard for the industry.
Why we believe MATCH will become a big success in the HAM market:
🔸 Future-Proof: With customizable features and updates, it’s designed to keep up with clients evolving needs.
🔸 Accurate, Reliable, Fast: Everything to analyze antennas with precision and speed, ensuring the setup is always optimized, starting with the pre-installed base setup.
🔸 Wide audience targeted: From beginners to seasoned professionals, this analyzer will take the game to the next level!
🔸 Saving assets: Why spend more on a brand new tool when the upgrade for an existing device in just a few easy steps?
2. Fobos SDR: A versatile software-defined radio with unmatched specifications.
Broad Frequency Range: Continuous coverage from 25 MHz to 6 GHz, with auxiliary channels spanning 100 kHz to 25 MHz.
High Performance: 50 MHz sampling bandwidth and 14-bit ADC for precise signal conversion.
Seamless Operation: Uninterrupted data streaming for real-time analysis.
Advanced Features: Suitable for diversity reception, correlation, and phase-difference direction finding.
Besides, we developed a best-in-class Band Scan feature that takes Fobos SDR to the next level:
– quick tuning to any specified frequency;
– rapid retuning to frequencies from a specified list (up to 256 values, in any order, with 1 Hz resolution);
– loading frequency lists on the fly;
– sequential spectrum scanning at speeds of up to 14 GHz/s with a resolution of up to 0.6 kHz;
3. Shackmaster Power 500 & 600: Power supplies redefined for efficiency and adaptability.
Shackmaster 600 highlights:
Adjustable voltage (12-15V) and advanced regulation.
Quiet operation with low EMI and acoustic noise reduction.
Intuitive touchscreen control, USB interface, and customizable logging.
Intelligent protection and automatic cooling systems for safety and durability.
4. Shackmaster OSL Kit: A premium calibration tool for HAM enthusiasts.
Wide frequency range (DC to 2.5 GHz) and superior return loss (-31 dB @ 1.5 GHz).
Robust design with enhanced external protection.
Software and Firmware Upgrades
In 2024, we continued to elevate our existing products with several key software and firmware updates. These upgrades enhance user experiences and ensure our tools remain at the forefront of technology.
Expanding Horizons: Global Events and Expeditions
RigExpert proudly showcased its innovations at major HAM events across the globe, including:
HamExpo 2024 (France)
Northeast HamXposition 2024 (USA)
Comms Connect 2024 (New Zealand)
HAM Radio Friedrichshafen (Germany)
Hamvention 2024 in Dayton (USA)
PARA Hamvention (Philippines)
These events were invaluable opportunities to engage with the HAM community, gather feedback, and celebrate our shared passion.
Supporting DXpeditions: Connecting the Unreachable
This year, RigExpert proudly supported two significant DXpeditions:
TX5S Clipperton Island Expedition: A team of 16 operators brought the French territory of Clipperton Island back to the HAM world after a decade of silence.
CB0ZA Robinson Crusoe Island Expedition: Honoring the late Marco Quijada (CE1EW), this expedition featured three callsigns, symbolizing teamwork and tribute.
Commitment to Quality
Our dedication to excellence was reaffirmed with the successful testing and certification of our MRB-M4 rechargeable battery for Motorola DP radios by Ukrmetrteststandard. This recognition underscores the reliability and quality of RigExpert products.
Looking Ahead
As we close 2024, we remain committed to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our clients. The year has been a testament to our mission: to develop tools that empower the global HAM community and set new standards in radio technology.
Season’s Greetings and Warm Wishes
As we reflect on this incredible year, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our dear partners and customers across the globe. Your trust, collaboration, and passion drive us to reach new heights.
We wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2025! May this holiday season bring joy, peace, and success to you and your loved ones.
In the coming year, RigExpert will continue to surprise and delight the HAM world with the best equipment, crafted with passion and love. Here’s to an exciting 2025 filled with innovation, connections, and achievements!
Thank you for being part of the RigExpert family. 🎄🎉
