Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
Looking for one antenna that covers multiple HF bands? In this video, I break down a Hydra-style multi-port antenna system, from concept to field use, so you can decide if it’s worth buying.
What you’ll see:
-How the multi-port design works electrically
-Build approach and hardware layout
-SWR and on-air performance across bands
Were going to show how and why we designed the antenna the way we did with real measurements and deployment scenarios. If you operate portable and want a flexible station setup, this will give you a clear, no-nonsense approach.
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Looking for one antenna that covers multiple HF bands? In this video, I break down a Hydra-style multi-port antenna system, from concept to field use, so you can decide if it’s worth buying.
What you’ll see:
-How the multi-port design works electrically
-Build approach and hardware layout
-SWR and on-air performance across bands
Were going to show how and why we designed the antenna the way we did with real measurements and deployment scenarios. If you operate portable and want a flexible station setup, this will give you a clear, no-nonsense approach.
Sponsored by pcbway.com Cheap & quick PCB, 3D Printing, CNC machining, and fabrication services from PCBWay.
👍Join this channel:
youtube.com/channel/UCdJlIoWR3mf7apfB1dXS97A/join
Links to products in the video:
👉 Whip Antennas: amzn.to/4d5lx58
👉 NanoVNA: amzn.to/4rCF2ai
👉 TinySA Ultra: amzn.to/3PGlAfk
👉 Digital Multimeter: amzn.to/4uvdoyN
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
👉👉 Join The Ham Radio Project Discord: discord.gg/bgpwE5WF9p 👈👈
👍Support TheSmokinApe Channel on Patreon Here: patreon.com/TheSmokinApe
🔥🔥🔥 Get your Ham Radio License using Ham Radio Prep:
HamRadioPrep.com/?rfsn=8915836.d56e74
USE CODE "SmokinApe" for 20% OFF
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