[sdiy] Opinions on multimeters?

[John Loffink]

Take a look at the Extech MM 560, about $230 and outspecs anything by Fluke
or B&K in its price range last time I looked, incuding highly accurate
frequency measurements.

John Loffink
The Microtonal Synthesis Web Site
http://www.microtonal-synthesis.com
The Wavemakers Synthesizer Web Site
http://www.wavemakers-synth.com


> -----Original Message-----
> From: synth-diy-bounces at dropmix.xs4all.nl [mailto:synth-diy-
> bounces at dropmix.xs4all.nl] On Behalf Of Adam Schabtach
> Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2007 10:39 PM
> To: 'Synth DIY'
> Subject: [sdiy] Opinions on multimeters?
> 
> I'm about to indulge myself in a new multimeter, mostly for use with my
> synth-building and microprocessor-futzing activities. Of primary interest
> to
> me is DC measurement accuracy. I'm interested in any opinions that anyone
> cares to offer.
> 
> The two I'm currently most interested in are the Fluke 87V and the B+K
> Precision 2890A. They both have a street price of around $300. The B+K
> seems
> to spec out a little better and has more features (e.g. an optional USB
> interface). On the other hand, many years ago when I worked with people
> who
> were Serious About Test Equipment, Fluke was the brand of choice.
> 
> Any other brands I should be considering? I'd rather not go much higher in
> price. On the other hand, any candidates have to have "basic DC accuracy"
> better than 0.5%. Thanks in advance for any opinions offered.
> 
> --Adam
> (tries not to skimp on tools)
>