Totally agree with Jack. I've been using CM500s for over a decade. I've
replaced several but they used to be half the current price. Nevertheless, I
have a new pair still in the package as a back up.
That said, since moving away from Elecraft they are not as easy to use. (One
gripe about Kenwood, no rear-panel mic/phone jacks)
I tried the Koss version (dynamic). They are not the same, I have a larger head
and to get the earpieces centered over my ears the headband was smashed on top
of my head. I sent them back.
Wes N7WS
On 8/7/2023 9:16 PM, Jack Brindle via Elecraft wrote:
As contesters who wear headphones as much as 48 hours straight on weekends, we
find comfort to be one of the most important assets of any headphone.
There are LOTS of headphones that sound great, have outstanding performance
both in their speakers and microphone. But, they make you feel like your
head is in a vice after just a few hours of wear. If the headphone is
uncomfortable, then no matter what its other characteristics are, they will be
thrown in the trash.
The CM-500 happens to be one of the most comfortable headset for long-term wear
(many of us feel that way). Many others (some mentioned in this discussion)
don’t come close. I also have a pair of the KOSS version of this headset. It is
back in its box - wearing it is very uncomfortable for me. Like others, I have
tried many
different headphones put out by many companies. This past weekend, for NAQP CW,
the CM-500s were on my head for 10 hours. With the CM-500s out of production,
I’m not sure what I will turn to when these wear out. I do know that none of
the computer gaming headsets I have tried fit the bill. And I had the privilege
of trying out
many of the headsets from a major gaming device company I worked for as a
design engineer.
Now, before you put down others, find out what their requirements really are.
It might not be the same thing as yours.
73,
Jack, W6FB
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