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Spektrum DX7 or DX9?

Old 11-17-2015, 09:33 AM
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Default Spektrum DX7 or DX9?

Getting back into the hobby and there's a Spektrum deal going on..... Not sure if I should get the DX7 or spend a few more dollars and get the Black Edition DX9? I can expect to fly bind/fly electrics to 1/4 scale aircraft.... Is there a significant difference in the radios? Build quality? Functions? Feel? Thanks for any support.....
Old 11-17-2015, 09:46 AM
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Buy the 9 at least! 1/4 scale can involve whistles and bells that require channels beyond those you might expect.
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Old 11-17-2015, 11:24 AM
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Comparison chart: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=spektrum+transm...mparison+chart
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Thanks for the comparison chart.... very helpful.....
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You can never have too much radio, but you will regret not having enough radio somewhere down the road.
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Old 11-17-2015, 06:53 PM
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I am getting back into the hobby and purchased the DX9 Black Edition. After learning the programming I am starting to like this radio. I did have some issue getting the servos and AR9350 RX due to delivery and production problems but these have been resolved. I went with the DX9 Black edition due to the case and included AR9020 RX. If you are planning on flying 1/4 scale you might needed the additional channels of the DX9.
Old 11-18-2015, 09:22 AM
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The one thing I do not like about my new DX7 is that the bars of lights do not come on to indicate charging. My friend with a DX9 says his lights up. If you are not going to use Y's for ailerons, flaps etc, I would get a 9 and of course a 9 channel receiver

the nice thing about both is the rigid antenna.

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