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Read Digital Issues Now November QST In “Radio Autoencoder (RADE),” David Rowe, VK5DGR, explains how modern machine-learning techniques are improving on-air speech quality. Read QST September/October On the Air Ira Brodsky, KC9TC, introduces JS8/JS8Call, fldigi, and VarAC in “Beyond FT8: Amateur Radio’s ‘Other’ Digital Modes.” Read On the Air October/November NCJ Learn how to use band-pass filters to implement “Stereo CW — A Contesting Advantage” in this article by Ron Fitch, WQ6X. Read NCJ September/October QEX Learn about innovative radio technology and breakthroughs from ham radio's greatest minds. Read QEX On the Air Podcast Sponsored by Icom Get Ready for Contest Season ARRL Director of Education and Learning and host of On the Air LIVE, Wayne Greene, KB4DSF, joins the podcast to talk about what goes into an on-air contest, and what you, as a new ham, can get out of participating in one. More info | Listen on Blubrry | Also available on iTunes and Apple Podcasts. On the Air Live Contesting for the Beginner Join Wayne Greene, KB4DSF, ARRL Director of Education and Learning, for the October episode of On the Air Live on Tuesday, October 27, at 8 PM Eastern. Wayne will introduce the fun and benefits of amateur radio contesting, with a special focus on how newly licensed hams can get started. Contesting is more than chasing points and making contacts. It’s a great way to improve your operating skills, gain confidence on the air, learn about propagation, and become a more effective operator—all while having a lot of fun. Whether you’re interested in casual operating, awards, emergency communications, DXing, or eventually competing in major contests, contesting can help sharpen skills that carry across the hobby. The livestream will air on the ARRL's Learning Center, learn.arrl.org. Preregistration is required and can be accomplished through the Learning Center. 📅 Date: October 27, 2026 🕗 Time: 8 PM Eastern / 5 PM Pacific 👉 Register Now | ⏪ Previously Recorded Sessions NEW! ARRL Handbook 102 The ARRL Handbook 102nd edition is now shipping, marking 100 years as one of amateur radio’s most trusted technical references. Published since 1926, The Handbook continues its tradition of innovation with updated content on radio fundamentals, electronics, circuit design, antennas, propagation, station construction, test equipment, troubleshooting, and more. Choose the six-volume set or softcover edition. Both include the bonus digital edition and more than 350 supplemental files. Shop Now Preview the ARRL Online Auction Pre-registration for the ARRL Online Auction is October 13-15. It will begin October 16th and run through the 22nd. Check out a mixture of unique vintage items, new gear, Product Review items, and more. This year’s auction has something for EVERY HAM -- and a few surprises along the way! Learn More On-Air Events and Conventions School Club Roundup | October 19 – 23 EME Contest 50 to 1296 MHz | October 31 – November 1 November Sweepstakes — Phone | November 21 – 23 Fort Wayne Hamfest & Computer Expo, ARRL Central Division Convention | November 21 Fort Wayne, Indiana ARRL E-Newsletters Stay up to date with what is going on in the Amateur Radio world -- from weekly news and information emails to monthly contesting news and W1AW updates. Members can select from dozens of email communications to keep them up to date and informed. Subscribe today. ARRL Letter Everything you need to know about ARRL and ham radio news in one easy-to-scan newsletter sent weekly.   ARRL Contest Update Offering a biweekly roundup of information on upcoming contests for both the active and casual contester.   ARES Letter Interested in emergency communications and public service? The monthly ARES Letter will keep you up to date.   ARRL Club News This monthly newsletter is for radio clubs to show how they are working in the community to advance the hobby.   ARRL NTS Letter A monthly digest of all things related to the ARRL National Traffic System®.

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