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Cheap DDS signal generator clones are everywhere, but OWON is a recognized name in actual bench test equipment — oscilloscopes, power supplies, and generators used by working technicians, not just hobbyist kits. The DGE1060 brings that pedigree to a function generator priced close to the no-name clones.
What It Is
This is a 60MHz waveform generator with a 300MSa/s real-time sampling rate, 14-bit vertical resolution, and 8K record depth, offering the 5 standard waveforms plus 160 built-in arbitrary waveforms. It includes AM/FM/PM/FSK modulation, sweep and burst functions, and PC remote control compatibility.
Key Features
- 60MHz bandwidth, 300MSa/s real-time sampling rate
- 14-bit vertical resolution with 8K waveform record depth
- 5 standard waveforms plus 160 built-in arbitrary waveforms
- AM, FM, PM, and FSK modulation modes with sweep and burst functions
- 3.6-inch TFT LCD display with shortcut-key controls
- Storage for 16 custom digital arbitrary waveforms; PC remote control supported
Pros and Cons
The 14-bit vertical resolution and 300MSa/s sampling rate are genuinely closer to what you’d expect from a proper bench instrument than the budget DDS clones typically offer, and OWON’s reputation in the test-equipment space carries more weight than an unknown brand. At $118 with 26 ratings and 4.5 stars, early feedback is positive but still a modest sample.
It doesn’t include a built-in frequency counter the way some clone generators do, so if that specific function matters to your workflow, check compatibility before buying.
Who It’s For
Electronics hobbyists and maintenance techs who want closer-to-professional signal generation specs without paying full bench-instrument prices.
Verdict
For genuine sampling-rate and resolution specs from an established test-equipment brand, the DGE1060 is a step up from generic DDS clones at a similar price.