Nobody has mentioned the Futaba T8J. It's an excellent radio that has 8 channels, 20 model memory and all the features one could ever ask for! It cost $279 and receivers are $45 (6ch), $50 (8ch). Plus you get $30 off at Tower if you are a member and free shipping. I highly suggest you at least take the time to look at it and consider it, you will like it!

Best regards,
Ed