RE: Ignorant question here
I just got a Futaba 8J for a great price at TowerHobbies. They are offering a $40 discount plus an extra receiver for free. I got a coupon sat night for $50 off, so I paid $230 (regular $279), free shipping, and an extra 6ch receiver! its a very nice transmitter. You can use four AA batteries or purchase a battery pack. Its not Fasst, but just as reliable and receivers are a lot cheaper ($59 instead of $89 each for the 8 ch). I dont think you can find a nicer 8 ch 2.4ghz transmitter for under $250!.