[sdiy] Opinions on multimeters?

[Ian Fritz]

Adam --

I recently got the B&K.  It looked to me like the most accuracy per the 
buck of the things I looked at.  I haven't used it a lot, but so far I 
really like it.  I used it for setting up a couple of VCOs and was able to 
measure tracking to under 1 Hz with its counter.

   Ian

At 09:38 PM 12/12/2007, Adam Schabtach wrote:
>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)
>
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