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The oscilloscopes most hobbyists start with
The DS1054Z gives four channels and 24 Mpts of memory.
The DHO804 brings 12-bit resolution, useful for power ripple.
Memory and channels often count for more than bandwidth.
Portable bench oscilloscope · 4 channels · 70 MHz · 1.25 GSa/s · 12-bit · 25 Mpts · 1,000,000 wfms/s · USB, LAN, HDMI
A compact four-channel scope with 12-bit vertical resolution, 1.25 GSa/s, 25 Mpts memory and an HDMI output, for ripple and noise work.
Best for: A power electronics hobbyist.
≈ $459
Bench oscilloscope · 4 channels · 50 MHz · 1 GSa/s · 24 Mpts · 30,000 wfms/s · UART, I2C, SPI decode · USB, LAN
The classic four-channel hobby scope: 50 MHz, 1 GSa/s, 24 Mpts memory, 30,000 waveforms per second, and serial decoding.
Best for: A hobbyist learning to debug embedded circuits.
≈ $369
Bench oscilloscope · 2 channels · 200 MHz · 1 GSa/s · 24 Mpts · 7-in WVGA · USB, LAN
A two-channel 200 MHz Rigol with 1 GSa/s and 24 Mpts memory, trading channels for bandwidth against the DS1054Z.
Best for: A user with fast signals and few channels.
≈ $389
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