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Possible GW Instek GDS-1000B hack
g.assis:
Hi everyone! ;D
I'm on the quest for a "budget" 4 channel scope, the USD300 range is very attractive. My current one is the laggy Tek TDS1052B, it get the job done, but the two extra channels and some fancy features will facilitate A LOT.
How is it going with the GDS-1000B? Are the hacks still working?
Any considerations on Rigol DS1054Z vs GDS-1054B? GW is 50USD cheaper on Tequipment.
I've came accross the SDS1104X-E as an "alternative" but its 200USD more, not sure if it fits in this comparison.
Anyway, just to know how is it going with GW Instek, it's look like not a very popular brand, so here I'm kindly asking for updated considerations :)
Cheers!
Fungus:
--- Quote from: g.assis on September 22, 2020, 02:00:40 pm ---Any considerations on Rigol DS1054Z vs GDS-1054B? GW is 50USD cheaper on Tequipment.
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Definitely get the Instek.
--- Quote from: g.assis on September 22, 2020, 02:00:40 pm ---it's look like not a very popular brand, so here I'm kindly asking for updated considerations :)
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It used to be a lot more expensive than the Rigol so not many people bought them. Now they're cheaper so it's a no-brainer to get the Instek instead. Better 'scope, less money.
PS: For 200 more I wouldn't get a Siglent, I'd get a Micsig.
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/micsig-sto1000-smart-oscilloscope-operation-video/msg3238008/#msg3238008
g.assis:
--- Quote from: Fungus on September 22, 2020, 02:20:16 pm ---
PS: For 200 more I wouldn't get a Siglent, I'd get a Micsig.
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/micsig-sto1000-smart-oscilloscope-operation-video/msg3238008/#msg3238008
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That's what I call a fast reply!
Thanks and dammit, I was about to get my decision and now this Micsig came up. I do work with aftermarket car accessories development and this handheld like scope with battery is some very nice feature to consider. I'll do some research on the internet and on my bank account :-DD maybe it now worth the extra 200USD
Fungus:
If you're going to be moving it around then Micsig is a clear winner.
Even if you're not, it's a better 'scope overall IMHO. I'm seriously thinking of selling my Rigol to get one of those instead.
(anybody in Spain want a well-cared-for Rigol?)
2N3055:
--- Quote from: Fungus on September 22, 2020, 03:35:35 pm ---If you're going to be moving it around then Micsig is a clear winner.
Even if you're not, it's a better 'scope overall IMHO. I'm seriously thinking of selling my Rigol to get one of those instead.
(anybody in Spain want a well-cared-for Rigol?)
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Micsig is fantastic, but not "better scope overall than" GDS1054B.
Very recently I got STO1104C Plus and like it a lot. But I also found some minor niggles.. Nothing is perfect.
GDS1054B is actually cheaper. Some things are better on GDS1054B, some on Micsig.
I would say they are close, Micsig being portable, and Gw Instek more of a classical scope.
I think both are good choice..
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