20 remarkable years for the 'Neophyte'

As featured in the February 2008 QRP column in WorldRadio magazine, the classic Neophyte direct conversion receiver turned 20-years-old, marking a remarkable run in the radio amateur QRP community since it first graced the cover of QST magazine in February 1988. With its implementation of the NE602 double-balanced mixer, the circuit proved to be the jumping board for many of the QRP transceiver designs we see even today.

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Following are some links to the Neophyte's history and where it is today.

The original QST article: "The Neophyte Recevier: Looking for a simple reciever to tune the 80- or 40-meter ham bands? Build the Neophyte."

Background: DC Receiver Design Notes and Problem Cures

Obtaining a Neophyte receiver kit: Dan's Small Parts and Kits

A builder's perspective: N4UY's Neophyte Experience