The Yaesu FTX-1 optima is a versatile HF/50/144/430 MHz all-mode SDR transceiver designed for both high-performance base station operation and mobile use in the field. With its compact design (213 x 89 x 55 mm without amplifier) and flexible power option of up to 100 W, it offers amateur radio operators maximum performance and flexibility.
KEY FEATURES:
Wide frequency coverage: Continuous reception from 30 kHz to 174 MHz and 400 MHz to 470 MHz, including SWL, FM broadcast and aviation radio.
Power options:
Base/mobile station: 100 W output power with the supplied 100 W RF power amplifier (SPA-1) and external 13.8 V DC power supply.
Portable operation: 6 W (5 W in QRP mode) with the 6400 mAh Li-ion battery (SBR-52LI) for up to 9 hours of operation (HF, SSB) or 8 hours (V/UHF, FM). Up to 10 W with external DC power supply.
Flexible operation: Supports all modes (SSB, CW, AM, FM, C4FM digital) and enables true dual-band operation with simultaneous reception (e.g., HF/VHF, VHF/UHF, C4FM/C4FM).
Intuitive operation: 4.3-inch TFT color touchscreen with high-resolution 3DSS (3-Dimensional Spectrum Stream) for real-time band overview. Three display modes (dual band horizontal/vertical, single band) and a function wheel for quick settings.
Powerful reception technology: Robust RF front end with 10-bandpass filter (BPF), low-noise amplifier, and high-purity 110.592 MHz oscillator for excellent signal quality. 32-bit DSP for effective interference suppression (SHIFT, WIDTH, NOTCH, DNR, NB).
Practical memory functions:
MAG (Memory Auto Grouping): Automatic grouping of memory channels by band (HF, VHF, UHF).
QMB (Quick Memory Bank): Quickly store and recall frequency, mode, and settings (up to 10 channels).
PMG (Primary Memory Group): Up to 5 channels for quick monitoring, ideal for club frequencies.
Memory Channel Scope: Visualization of up to 43 memory channels as a bar graph.
Automatic Mode Selection (AMS): Detects C4FM digital or FM signals and automatically adjusts the reception mode.
Advanced features: Support for FT8 (PRESET mode), APRS (1200/9600 bps), WiRES-X (from August 2025), CW operation (Zero-In, Auto Zero-In, Reverse) and FM-specific features such as DCS, CTCSS and DTMF.
SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS
100 W base station: Easy connection of the SPA-1 without tools for powerful stationary operation.
Super DX mode: Extends the range in all bands and modes (except C4FM).
Micro SD card slot: For data and configuration storage.
USB ports: For CAT control, audio input/output and TX control.
Compatibility: Supports YAESU antenna systems such as ATAS-120A, ATAS-25, and FC-40.
Rugged design: Die-cast aluminum housing with high heat dissipation for stable, high-performance operation.
The Yaesu FTX-1 optima is the perfect choice for radio amateurs looking for a powerful, flexible transceiver for portable, mobile, and stationary use, combining innovative SDR technology with Yaesu's proven quality.