The Active Ham's Magazine

CQ is the magazine for active hams, with a focus on the practical. Every article is clearly written and aimed at involving you, the reader...whether it's a story of operating from some exotic location, an article to deepen your understanding of ham radio science and technology, or a fun-to-build project that will have practical use in your ham shack.

CQ is available in both print and digital editions!

Join us on our monthly journey through the broad and varied landscape of the world's most fascinating hobby!

Both Print & Digital Editions Available!

Current Issue Highlights

Technology Special!

• Ham Radio Since 2000 - A Rip Van Winkle Story

• "I Built it Myself!"

• Heathkit Re-Emerges

• 2015 World Maker Faire

Rules: 2016 CQ WPX RTTY Contest

and much, much more...

NOTE: Click here to see the highlights page for web links to files for several of this issue's articles.

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2015 CQ WW WPX CW Contest Results – click here to view!
2015 CQ WW WPX SSB Contest Results – click here to view!
2015 CQ WW WPX RTTY Contest Results - click here to view!
2015 CQ WW 160-Meter Contest Results - click here to view!

Dayton Hamvention® 2015 — New Product Debut — click here to view!

Click here to view/download the CQ February 2014 PDF (24MB)