Radio systems. HELP ME CHOOSE
 

Hey Guys,
I need a two channel radio system for the E-Revo. I want something decent but not to crazy price range. This is for a customer whos new to the hobby so I want something he'll be able to work and use.

I figure around $100-200

Please help me out.

I was looking at this
Airtronics MX-3S 3-Channel FM/1 94102Z Servo 75MHz

The one you showed is a great beginner model, and it is glitch free. But id reccomend a Spektrum DX3, but if you want the "ultimate" beginner radio than use a traxxas TQ3, they arent THAT bad.

I like the futube 3 pm. I like the hitec agressor srx. The srx can be upgraded to the spektrum to. There is one catch I have found to a spektrum system. It wants to run wide open reverse for a sec on first plugged up. I know most I have named are 3 channel. If they get another rc with a 3 channel stuff only need the receiver to work.

I can vouch for the Spektrum DX3. It has been glitch free and has a nice range of features for the relatively low $250 pricetag. The built-in failsafe and absence of crystals is nice too - no worries about someone else on your band.

Futaba 3PM is a nice radio with all of the adjustments, but not all of the price, 120.00

I have an Airtronics MX-3 and love it. Its got a decent amount of options and a great price. I got mine brand new off ebay with rx and two servos with crystals for under $80. Since you have some more money than that you could go for the MX-3S. If you can, go for the Spektrum as I haven't heard anything but great stories from the owners.


JB

I've been using a MX-3 (75mhz FM, non-synthesized) for over a year now, and am completely satisfied with it. The main thing I need is enpoint adjustment, battery voltage indicator, multiple model memories, and digital trims. This has that and more!

I don't know the features of the DX-3, but I'd go for that if I could afford it, since it is on the 2.4ghz frequency and doesn't use crystals (no-hassle!).

I would go with the spektrum DX-3. I use it with my e-maxx, t-maxx and micro rs4. I love the lack of crystals and built in fail safe. I am not sure if they are still available but they were offering a free extra RX total of 2 with the radio. The radio is real easy on the newbie, and the only drawback is the 3 model memory.

MX-3 it is. Thanks guys

ive always had good luck with jr radios if you havent bought that mx-3 yet.

yeah same here i have the xs3 pro and it is awesome.

I think as long as you get a after market that is not to cheap you good to go. I tried a jr syntheised and liked it. It was not mine though.

Like Metalman said, its only important to have endpoint adjustments, battery voltage, etc etc. But i like my radios to have a great feel too, dont wanna bash when your controller is made of rock;)

DX3 is great for $250, but RcBro's asked for a 2 channel radio in the $100-$200 range. Therefore surely it makes sense that the DX2 would be a better option than the DX3........as its only 2 channel and costs $170 and still has all the features of the DX3.

That is why I suggesteded a futuba or hitec with the modul. It is in the price range and can be updated to the spektrum at later time if choose.