FlexRadio announced the FLEX-8000 Series line of HF/6m Transceivers on Friday May 17 at Dayton Hamvention. In this post we take a closer look at the upgrades and new features.
Compare FLEX-8000 Models
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FlexRadio Announces FLEX-8000 Series
FlexRadio announces FLEX-8000 Series, a new line of HF/6m transceivers, available August 2024. FlexRadio press release below; The Next Generation of SDR Solutions to the Amateur Community Austin, Texas—May
SmartSDR v4.2.18 Update: DAX v2, ARM Support and New SmartSDR+ Features
Updated 2026-05-01 FlexRadio has released SmartSDR v4.2.18, a significant upcoming update for SmartSDR+ and compatible FLEX radios. SmartSDR v4.2.18 introduces a major rework of DAX, updated Windows driver support, new SmartSDR+
SmartSDR 4: Noise Mitigation, DVK, CW Auto Tune & Panadapter Enhancement
SmartSDR Basic™ and SmartSDR+™ v4.0.1 is a software and firmware release for Aurora, FLEX-8000, and FLEX-6000 series software defined radios (SDRs), and the Maestro™. This version supersedes all previous versions
FlexRadio Aurora FAQ
This is a short and concise FAQ summarizing the most common questions. At the end of the FAQ there is a download link to the full version. What is Aurora?
FlexRadio Releases SmartSDR v3.9.18 – New SmartSignal, Analog Meters & More
FlexRadio has released SmartSDR v3.9.18, a significant update for FLEX-6000 and FLEX-8000 series radios, including the Maestro. This version introduces new features and enhancements aimed at improving the user experience
FlexRadio AU-510M HF/6m 500W SDR Transceiver
The new FlexRadio AU-510M HF/6m transceiver features the world first truly integrated 500W SDR transmitter, up to 2 independent receiver slices, combining powerful SDR performance with a built-in display and front panel controls for standalone use.
The Aurora Series defines a new category in amateur radio, eliminating the traditional boundaries between transceiver, amplifier, tuner, and power supply.
NOTE: Now accepting pre-orders for June delivery.
- ✔ Pre-order now – 250 EUR reservation fee
- ✔ Enter your order and check out with bank transfer
- ✔ You will receive instructions to transfer the reservation fee
- ✔ After checkout, you’ll receive an order confirmation
- ✔ When the product is available, we’ll contact you for final payment
- ✔ The 250 EUR fee will be deducted from your final payment
- ✔ Cancel your pre-order anytime – full refund of pre-order fee
FlexRadio AU-510 HF/6m 500W SDR Transceiver
The new FlexRadio AU-510 HF/6m transceiver features the world first truly integrated 500W SDR transmitter and up to 2 independent receivers with powerful SDR performance.
The Aurora Series defines a new category in amateur radio, eliminating the traditional boundaries between transceiver, amplifier, tuner, and power supply.
FlexRadio AU-520 HF/6m 500W SDR Transceiver
The new FlexRadio AU-520 HF/6m transceiver features the world first truly integrated 500W SDR transmitter, 2 SCUs (Sampling Capture Units), up to 4 independent receivers, and 7th-order contest-grade preselectors for superior dynamic range, providing full SO2R support and diversity reception.
The Aurora Series defines a new category in amateur radio, eliminating the traditional boundaries between transceiver, amplifier, tuner, and power supply.
NOTE: Now accepting pre-orders for June delivery.
- ✔ Pre-order now – 250 EUR reservation fee
- ✔ Enter your order and check out with bank transfer
- ✔ You will receive instructions to transfer the reservation fee
- ✔ After checkout, you’ll receive an order confirmation
- ✔ When the product is available, we’ll contact you for final payment
- ✔ The 250 EUR fee will be deducted from your final payment
- ✔ Cancel your pre-order anytime – full refund of pre-order fee





