description Heathkit SB-104A Overview
The Heathkit SB-104A is a late-1970s amateur-radio single-sideband transceiver sold as a build-it-yourself kit by the Heath Company. It is a largely solid-state HF station covering the 80, 40, 20, 15, and 10-meter amateur bands, with a digital frequency display and controls for transmitting and receiving through one unit. The model is of interest to ham-radio operators, electronics restorers, and collectors of Heathkit equipment because it combines home assembly with contemporary digital readout technology.
help Heathkit SB-104A FAQ
Is the Heathkit SB-104A a build-it-yourself radio kit?
Yes. The SB-104A is a late-1970s Heath Company amateur-radio kit that owners assembled themselves.
Which amateur bands does the SB-104A cover?
It covers the 80, 40, 20, 15, and 10-meter amateur bands. That makes it an HF transceiver rather than a typical VHF or UHF radio.
What makes the SB-104A distinctive for a vintage transceiver?
It uses a digital frequency display in an otherwise late-1970s solid-state HF station. The unit also provides controls for single-sideband and CW operation.
What modes and power level does the Heathkit SB-104A support?
The transceiver supports SSB and CW and can produce roughly 100 watts on high power. It is not an FM transceiver, so its design is aimed at classic HF amateur operation.
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