Software Projects
- APRS-SDR - Send APRS packets entirely within the browser using a HackRF SDR
- Black Cat ACARS - ACARS decoder from the same developer as MultiMode Cocoa
- BlackHole - Virtual Audio Driver for macOS to pass audio between applications
- CHIRP - Programming tool for many types of amateur radios
- CHIRP Next - Re-write of CHIRP using modern libararies, etc. Runs much better on macOS
- Crossover - An amazing tool to run Windows software on Mac (Intel or Apple Silicon)
- CubicSDR - A very flexible cross-platform SDR radio application
- DMRConfig - A utility for programming digital radios via USB programming cable.
- DSDPlus - Decode DMR and other digital modes from an audio card, SignaLink or SDR
- EchoHam - Echolink client for macOS
- Fldigi - A suite of software for playing with digital modes
- FreeDV - Digital voice over radio
- Gqrx SDR - A great cross-platform SDR radio application
- MCP-2A - Kenwood's official Memory Control Program for the TM-V71A/E, TM-D710A/E and RC-D710
- MultiMode Cocoa - A great macOS app to decode digital modes including ACARS
- MultiPSK - Decode just about any digital mode you come across from audio card or SDR
- QDMR - DMR Codeplug programmer for multiple radios
- QIRX - SDR software that can also decode DAB/DAB+
- QTH.app - An APRS client for macOS
- RT Systems - Programming software for a wide range of radios. Competitor to CHIRP but paid.
- SDR Angel - My new favourite given the nice macOS support (also multiplatform Win/Linux)
- SDR++ - Cross-platform and open source SDR software aiming to be bloat free and simple
- SigDigger - A great app to use with HackRF - can even decode analogue TV!
- SignaLink Compatible Software - A selected list of software that works well with a SignaLink
- VX-7 Commander - Comprehensive programming software for the Yaesu VX-7/VX-7R
- Welle.io - Listen to DAB/DAB+ broadcast radio on an SDR
Hardware Projects
- DVStick - Hardware decoding of digital modes like DMR
- Radio Modifications - If you want to go a bit deeper into your radio equipment
- SignaLink - Connect your radio audio to your computer for recording or digital Tx/Rx
Nearby Web SDRs and Online Audio
Reference
- Altronics - Like Jaycar, but no stores local to me, but might be local to you
- Andrews Communications Systems - Local store in NSW
- Core Electronics - Lots of Raspberry Pi and Maker stuff
- Digi-Key - When you know what individual component you need
- DX Engineering - Huge US based site
- Element14 - The smaller and more specialist parts, like Digi-Key
- InStock Wireless - Splitters and combiners - always in stock
- Jaycar - If you need it today, you can walk in and get it
- Minikits - Australia's Largest range of Electronic Kits and Components for the Radio Experimenter
- QSL Comms - Supporting local HAM clubs with every purchase
- Radio Parts - All sorts of useful odds and ends
- RF Shop - All things RF and some good stuff in the WiFi/4G space for IOT
- Strictly Ham - Based in VIC
- SV2CZF - Lots of antennas at a site in Greece
- Tecsun Radios - Family owned business founded by VK2YBX
Some local HAMs with nice pages
- VK2GRU - I've known this guy like forever... he's the one that got me to actually get licensed
- VK2RF - The site isn't being actively updated but still lots of great info here
- VK2GEL - Retired QF 747 captain - lots of cool aviation stuff here in addition to HAM
- Custom Power Cables - Totally custom-made cables with a cool online "cable builder" app
- SBP Electrical - Electrical parts for 12V systems and solar
- GJE Australia - Custom 12V parts and accessories
- MyGenerator - Power products online
- Outback Marine - Great prices on 12V stuff
- PowerStream - These guys have a great assortment of unusual electronics for unusual requriements
- Tindie - Always fun to have a browse here for weird / rare stuff including HAM-related