When I ran my new E-revo the first time it glitched right off the bat with stock electronics, hows that for quality control? Anyway, I had planned to stick my Spektrum Rx in it any way, and added a Novak Pro HV system. She's rock soild now.
For a cheap 2.4 radio check here
www.axonracing.com Its only $100 and if you look at the pic you will notice its a Rebagged Airtronics MX3 2.4 that tower sells for $149.