Practical Wireless | October 2026
• Reviewed – The Qodosen DX-286 World Band Radio and the Moonraker METIS VHF/UHS transceiver.
• Martin Lynch at 70 – forthcoming celebrations at the National Hamfest.
• Build a 10-element Parabeam antenna for the 70cm band.
• How to receive 10GHz signals as part of our introduction to Microwaves.
• Getting comfortable with decibels.
• Renovation of a classic rubidium frequency standard.
• A look at a new device from Kanga Products.
• An in-depth look at the inner workings of FT8.
• An update on the AN-SOF antenna modelling software.
• Some handy accessories to support your amateur radio activities.
• More vintage TV and radio.
• Plus, all the latest news, letters and regular columns.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Practical Wireless October 2026.