{"product_id":"spe-expert-1-0k-fa-taurus-1-0-kw-solid-state-fully-automatic-linear-amplifier-hf-plus-6m-ft8","title":"SPE Expert 1.0K-FA Taurus 1.0 KW Solid State Fully Automatic Linear Amplifier HF Plus 6M FT8","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large; color: #cc0000;\"\u003e⚡ Pre-Release Special Pricing — Lock In $4,995 Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFirst shipments expected \u003cstrong\u003elate September – October 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, with additional deliveries through year-end. Secure your amplifier with a \u003cstrong\u003e$100 non-refundable deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e — your price is guaranteed at $4,995 regardless of future changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe also accept trade-ins. Contact us to discuss your current gear.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNew for 2026 — More Power. More Rugged. More Capable.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSPE Expert 1.0K-FA Taurus\u003c\/strong\u003e is the next generation of SPE's legendary solid-state linear amplifiers — engineered for the serious HF operator who demands reliability from the shack to the DXpedition. A single high-dissipation LDMOS device delivers a solid 1.0 kW across all bands and all modes, with no warm-up time and no compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.0 KW Output, All Bands \u0026amp; Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e — HF (±0.5 dB), 50 MHz (±0.8 dB). Switchable FULL (1 kW) or HALF (500 W).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle LDMOS Transistor (1.8 kW Dissipation)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Maximum linearity, efficiency, and robustness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5:1 Built-In ATU\u003c\/strong\u003e — Manages up to 4 antennas; programs 2 per band; supports SteppIR and Ultrabeam. Bypassable per antenna and band. Switchover in 10 ms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Power Supply (100–255 VAC, 47–63 Hz)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built-in switching supply with PFC. Ready for worldwide use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Remotable\u003c\/strong\u003e — All operating parameters (band, antenna, tuner) controlled from your transceiver via CAT\/band data. Compatible with Icom, Yaesu, Kenwood, Ten-Tec, FlexRadio, Elecraft, and most homebrew rigs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSO2R Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e — Automatically switches between 2 transceivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePredistortion Output — 60 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Frequency Coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1.8 MHz to 54 MHz including WARCs and 60 m (where permitted).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQSK (Full Break-In)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Relay contacts never switch under current due to sophisticated zero-current switching software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-Spike Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — Protected against the transceiver's first RF spike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Fan Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Linear fan speed control tied to PA and power supply temps. Significantly quieter than tube amplifiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Compact \u0026amp; Lightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e — 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs), 28 × 12 × 38 cm (11.0″ W × 4.7″ H × 15.0″ D). Includes heavy-duty carry bag — carry-on eligible for air travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull I.C.A.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e — SSB, CW, FT8, FM. In FM: auto-switches to MID after 15 seconds of continuous full-power emission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Powerful CPUs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Over 32,000 lines of software for performance unmatched in any other amplifier in this class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB \u0026amp; RS-232 Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — For remote control and firmware updates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e CE, FCC, RCM (C-Tick).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature, voltage, current, reflected power, output power, SWR, and Vrf are continuously monitored via both hardware (HW) and software (SW) circuits — ensuring maximum speed and accuracy. The 3rd-order distortion (IMD, two-tone test) measures –32 to –38 dB (typ. –35 dB). Spurious emissions are fully FCC, CE, and RCM compliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large LCD display provides real-time readout of: Watts PEP out, Vpa, Ipa, temperature, SWR (before and after ATU), input\/CAT settings, band, and the alarms log. Both RF inputs maintain 50 Ω match (SWR better than 1.2:1) at all times. Drive power is automatically managed via ALC in OPERATE; exciter resets to full power in STANDBY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spetlc.com\/images\/download\/1.0K-FA_Taurus\/Expert_1.0K_TAURUS_Rev_1.0_EN.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e📄 Download the Owner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/filehosting.cmdcbv.app\/public\/download\/f131945-bb37e844\/1.0K%20Taurus%20Brochure\/527eb6b4-2f4c-49c3-84e3-66a84294ecbe_expert_1_k-fa_taurus_-_2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e📋 Download the Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spetlc.com\/en\/faq-10taurus-uk.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45898523115567,"sku":"1.0K-FA-Taurus","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8260\/1775\/files\/1.0K-Taurus.png?v=1787931254","url":"https:\/\/mtcradio.com\/products\/spe-expert-1-0k-fa-taurus-1-0-kw-solid-state-fully-automatic-linear-amplifier-hf-plus-6m-ft8","provider":"MTC Radio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}