Re: [Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

[Jim Brown]

On 10/12/2023 4:33 PM, Al via Elecraft wrote:

A large music distributor, sweetwater.com, sells the Yamaha language
learning system and has occasionally had CM-500s available at a reasonable
price.


They're a good, long established company. Another in that league is Full 
Compass, based in Madison, WI. I used to know the owners, a married 
couple, and worked in pro audio sales in competition with them. They son 
later went into pro audio as well. They're good people.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

[Al via Elecraft]

It turns out that while Yamaha has discontinued the CM-500
headset-microphone as a retail item, It is still being manufactured as an
accessory for a Yamaha LC4 music learning system. This is a system where all
the students in the classroom wear a headset and the teacher can talk to
everyone at once, or converse with individual students, similar to the
language learning labs many of us sat in back in high school.

A large music distributor, sweetwater.com, sells the Yamaha language
learning system and has occasionally had CM-500s available at a reasonable
price. I bought one there not too long ago. Their website is not currently
showing the headset as available, but you might try giving them a call. The
salesperson who assisted me was named Ritchie. I have no relationship with
the firm other than being an occasional customer.

Al, KN3U

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What are hams going to do when their CM-500's break?

Are you sure that the mic was DOA?  It has an electret microphone which
requires voltage to work.

John KK9A



Richard FlatHat  W4KBX wrote:

I ordered a Yamaha CM-500 from Amazon but it came through some other company
after waiting eight days and there were problems.

1. The original factory packaging was gone.
2. It came wound in bubble wrap, then stuffed into a cardboard box that had
been cut down from a larger box and taped together.
3. There was no manual.
4. The mic was dead.

I'm betting it was a DOA return item that was then sent out to me thinking I
wouldn't notice or I'd think returning it was too much trouble.

On top of that, they've been out of manufacture for quite some time so all
that the stores have are the dregs.

So now I open again for other suggested headsets in the $100 range. The
CM500 was a gaming headset so that could be a source. This is going to be a
gift for a friend who badly needs something.

Any more ideas?

Cheers.

Richard Kunc
W4KBX

FlatHat at comcast.net

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

[john]

What are hams going to do when their CM-500's break?

Are you sure that the mic was DOA?  It has an electret microphone which
requires voltage to work.

John KK9A



Richard FlatHat  W4KBX wrote:

I ordered a Yamaha CM-500 from Amazon but it came through some other company
after waiting eight days and there were problems.

1. The original factory packaging was gone.
2. It came wound in bubble wrap, then stuffed into a cardboard box that had
been cut down from a larger box and taped together.
3. There was no manual.
4. The mic was dead.

I'm betting it was a DOA return item that was then sent out to me thinking I
wouldn't notice or I'd think returning it was too much trouble.

On top of that, they've been out of manufacture for quite some time so all
that the stores have are the dregs.

So now I open again for other suggested headsets in the $100 range. The
CM500 was a gaming headset so that could be a source. This is going to be a
gift for a friend who badly needs something.

Any more ideas?

Cheers.

Richard Kunc
W4KBX

FlatHat at comcast.net

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[Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

[Andy Durbin]

"So now I open again for other suggested headsets in the $100 range. The CM500 
was a gaming headset so that could be a source. This is going to be a gift for 
a friend who badly needs something.

Any more ideas?"

I had been using my Yamaha HP-1 headphones on my Kenwood TS-590.  I decided 
they were too good for amateur radio and wanted to keep them in good condition.

I had followed the threads on the CM-500 and purchased Koss SB/45.  They are 
far from the quality feel of the Yamaha but are reasonably comfortable and shut 
out external sounds better.  I used them to make several CW DX QSO and they 
worked fine.  Not as nice as the Yamaha for listening to the split pile up over 
a 3 kHz span but quite adequate for the job.   Very few phone QSO with them but 
no complaints with the frequency response.

I have not hooked up the microphone yet.

Andy, k3wyc
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

[Ken WA8JXM]

#1, contact Amazon customer service and inform them what you reported
here.  Some years ago I had a similar situation with a Baofeng handheld, it
came with frequencies programmed in it.  Amazon was not happy and
immediately issued a refund.
Years ago I bought the CM-500 and a Logitech gaming headset at a much lower
price.  (For my K3 and Flex-6300).  They both worked very well on both rigs
and I received similar audio reports. The headset padding did not last as
long, but considering it was 1/3rd the price of the CM-500, that was
acceptable.

Logitech Stereo Headset H110, Standard Packaging, Silver  $16.81
Ken

On Thu, Oct 12, 2023 at 1:01 AM Richard  wrote:

> I ordered a Yamaha CM-500 from Amazon but it came through some other
> company after waiting eight days and there were problems.
>
> 1. The original factory packaging was gone.
> 2. It came wound in bubble wrap, then stuffed into a cardboard box that
> had been cut down from a larger box and taped together.
> 3. There was no manual.
> 4. The mic was dead.
>
> I’m betting it was a DOA return item that was then sent out to me thinking
> I wouldn’t notice or I’d think returning it was too much trouble.
>
> On top of that, they’ve been out of manufacture for quite some time so all
> that the stores have are the dregs.
>
> So now I open again for other suggested headsets in the $100 range. The
> CM500 was a gaming headset so that could be a source. This is going to be a
> gift for a friend who badly needs something.
>
> Any more ideas?
>
> Cheers.
>
> Richard Kunc
> W4KBX
>
> flat...@comcast.net
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[Elecraft] Headset Hubbub

[Richard]

I ordered a Yamaha CM-500 from Amazon but it came through some other company 
after waiting eight days and there were problems.

1. The original factory packaging was gone.
2. It came wound in bubble wrap, then stuffed into a cardboard box that had 
been cut down from a larger box and taped together.
3. There was no manual.
4. The mic was dead.

I’m betting it was a DOA return item that was then sent out to me thinking I 
wouldn’t notice or I’d think returning it was too much trouble.

On top of that, they’ve been out of manufacture for quite some time so all that 
the stores have are the dregs.

So now I open again for other suggested headsets in the $100 range. The CM500 
was a gaming headset so that could be a source. This is going to be a gift for 
a friend who badly needs something.

Any more ideas?

Cheers.

Richard Kunc
W4KBX

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset to mic adapter K3/K3s

[Mike Furrey]

Check INRAD on the Vibroplex web page. They have the adapter, very well 
assembled at a very reasonable price.
73, Mike WA5POK
 

On Wednesday, July 25, 2018 9:26 AM, Gary Smith  wrote:
 

 I have my father's Heil headsets and he 
had an Icom adapter for it. I'm only using 
Elecraft from now on and need an adapter 
to fit the K3/K3s mic pin configuration.

I can put one together if I buy the parts 
on fleabay (No more Radio Shack for local 
small part access) but if there is a good 
one already made, that would be fine.

Idears?

73,

Gary
KA1J
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset to mic adapter K3/K3s

[1lasportsman 1lasportsman]

uses the same as a Kenwood.
I am using my Kenwood with Heil Pro Micro and it works fine.
Bill
W3WGG
> On July 25, 2018 at 8:24 AM Gary Smith wrote: > > > I have my father's Heil 
> headsets and he > had an Icom adapter for it. I'm only using > Elecraft from 
> now on and need an adapter > to fit the K3/K3s mic pin configuration. > > I 
> can put one together if I buy the parts > on fleabay (No more Radio Shack for 
> local > small part access) but if there is a good > one already made, that 
> would be fine. > > Idears? > > 73, > > Gary > KA1J > 
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset to mic adapter K3/K3s

[Don Wilhelm]

Gary,

The adapter is the same as the one for Kenwood - Heil AD-1-K to use with 
the Front Panel mic jack.
Or you can just plug the microphone and phones into the rear of the 
K3/K3S - no adapter required.


You will need to turn bias on - that microphone has the same electret 
element as the ProSet-K2.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 7/25/2018 9:24 AM, Gary Smith wrote:

I have my father's Heil headsets and he
had an Icom adapter for it. I'm only using
Elecraft from now on and need an adapter
to fit the K3/K3s mic pin configuration.


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Re: [Elecraft] Headset to mic adapter K3/K3s

[Bob McGraw K4TAX]

Darn auto correct!!!  Heil  not here.  G!

Bob, K4TAX


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> On Jul 25, 2018, at 8:32 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX  wrote:
> 
> Here has them available.  You can get the parts and build one. Or it should 
> plug in direct on the back of the K3.  That is my choice. 
> 
> Bob, K4TAX
> 
> 
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>> On Jul 25, 2018, at 8:24 AM, Gary Smith  wrote:
>> 
>> I have my father's Heil headsets and he 
>> had an Icom adapter for it. I'm only using 
>> Elecraft from now on and need an adapter 
>> to fit the K3/K3s mic pin configuration.
>> 
>> I can put one together if I buy the parts 
>> on fleabay (No more Radio Shack for local 
>> small part access) but if there is a good 
>> one already made, that would be fine.
>> 
>> Idears?
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> Gary
>> KA1J
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset to mic adapter K3/K3s

[Bob McGraw K4TAX]

Here has them available.  You can get the parts and build one. Or it should 
plug in direct on the back of the K3.  That is my choice. 

Bob, K4TAX


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> On Jul 25, 2018, at 8:24 AM, Gary Smith  wrote:
> 
> I have my father's Heil headsets and he 
> had an Icom adapter for it. I'm only using 
> Elecraft from now on and need an adapter 
> to fit the K3/K3s mic pin configuration.
> 
> I can put one together if I buy the parts 
> on fleabay (No more Radio Shack for local 
> small part access) but if there is a good 
> one already made, that would be fine.
> 
> Idears?
> 
> 73,
> 
> Gary
> KA1J
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[Elecraft] Headset to mic adapter K3/K3s

[Gary Smith]

I have my father's Heil headsets and he 
had an Icom adapter for it. I'm only using 
Elecraft from now on and need an adapter 
to fit the K3/K3s mic pin configuration.

I can put one together if I buy the parts 
on fleabay (No more Radio Shack for local 
small part access) but if there is a good 
one already made, that would be fine.

Idears?

73,

Gary
KA1J
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[W0MU Mike Fatchett]

Could be.  Heil Sound made a ton of money from using very inexpensive 
elements they found off shore and tied it to a name. I am very leery of 
bogus reviews and any reviews anymore as so many companies are giving 
you their stuff so you give them good reviews.



On 12/6/2016 3:48 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:

“MoovMic” sounds like a bad copy of “ModMic”, who invented this idea. The real 
one has 63% five-star ratings. Two models, one is $40, the other is $55.

https://www.amazon.com/Antlion-Audio-ModMic-Attachable-Microphone/dp/B00T6XUL8S 


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On Dec 6, 2016, at 2:39 PM, W0MU Mike Fatchett  wrote:

Has anyone tried this mic for headphones?

https://www.amazon.com/Headset-Buddy-Detachable-Microphone-Headphone/dp/B00DLKX7BK/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics=UTF8=1481063490=1-3=boom+mic+for+headphones

$21.95

Reviews are not great.


On 12/5/2016 2:51 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:

ModMic makes boom mics that you can attach to existing headphones. If you are
happy with your current headphones, this could be a good option.

https://antlionaudio.com/ 

wunder
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On Dec 5, 2016, at 1:46 PM, Bill Gaines  wrote:

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Walter Underwood]

“MoovMic” sounds like a bad copy of “ModMic”, who invented this idea. The real 
one has 63% five-star ratings. Two models, one is $40, the other is $55.

https://www.amazon.com/Antlion-Audio-ModMic-Attachable-Microphone/dp/B00T6XUL8S 


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> On Dec 6, 2016, at 2:39 PM, W0MU Mike Fatchett  wrote:
> 
> Has anyone tried this mic for headphones?
> 
> https://www.amazon.com/Headset-Buddy-Detachable-Microphone-Headphone/dp/B00DLKX7BK/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics=UTF8=1481063490=1-3=boom+mic+for+headphones
> 
> $21.95
> 
> Reviews are not great.
> 
> 
> On 12/5/2016 2:51 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:
>> ModMic makes boom mics that you can attach to existing headphones. If you are
>> happy with your current headphones, this could be a good option.
>> 
>> https://antlionaudio.com/ 
>> 
>> wunder
>> K6WRU
>> Walter Underwood
>> CM87wj
>> http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)
>> 
>>> On Dec 5, 2016, at 1:46 PM, Bill Gaines  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
>>> realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I 
>>> also have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an 
>>> attached microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do 
>>> some SSB work. I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really 
>>> liked because my shack is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems 
>>> that the washer and/or dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company 
>>> that did make the noise cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now 
>>> trying to find out what other hams use or what is in the market place. I am 
>>> especially interested in a noise cancelling headset with an attached 
>>> microphone that sounds good on a K3.
>>> 
>>> Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[W0MU Mike Fatchett]

Has anyone tried this mic for headphones?

https://www.amazon.com/Headset-Buddy-Detachable-Microphone-Headphone/dp/B00DLKX7BK/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics=UTF8=1481063490=1-3=boom+mic+for+headphones

$21.95

Reviews are not great.


On 12/5/2016 2:51 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:

ModMic makes boom mics that you can attach to existing headphones. If you are
happy with your current headphones, this could be a good option.

https://antlionaudio.com/ 

wunder
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http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog)


On Dec 5, 2016, at 1:46 PM, Bill Gaines  wrote:

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Brian Denley]

Same here.

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> On Dec 6, 2016, at 9:15 AM, Russ Tobolic  wrote:
> 
> The Koss SB45 has been working great for me and cheaper than the CM500.  You 
> can get them on Amazon for less than $30. Russ, N3CO
> 
>  From: Bill Gaines 
> 

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Russ Tobolic]

The Koss SB45 has been working great for me and cheaper than the CM500.  You 
can get them on Amazon for less than $30. Russ, N3CO

  From: Bill Gaines <a...@wcoil.com>
 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
 Sent: Monday, December 5, 2016 4:46 PM
 Subject: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions
   
Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Bill Frantz]

I am a happy CM-500 user. Note that while you have any headset 
mic input connected thru the back panel, you can still use the 
hand held microphone push to talk switch. Until you get into 
voice operations in pileups, where you might want a foot switch, 
it will work well for you. (IMHO, VOX is too slow for anything 
but rag chewing.)


73 Bill AE6JV


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Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this 
question and I realize the responses may vary as much as belly 
buttons. I have a K3 and I also have the hand held microphone. 
I want to obtain a headset with an attached microphone to use 
with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. I 
used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked 
because my shack is located in the laundry/utility room and it 
seems that the washer and/or dryer runs as often as the furnace 
does. The company that did make the noise cancelling headset no 
longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what other 
hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially 
interested in a noise cancelling headset with an attached 
microphone that sounds good on a K3.


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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[George Kidder]

Hi Bill,

I have used a computer headset with my K3 for many years.  It seems to 
be a noise-cancelling variety - at least it has the set of noise holes 
in the back of the microphone case.  Very light weight, but does not 
exclude room noise on receive - which for me is good, since I can hear 
the XYL over it!  Just plug into the back of the rig, set rig for rear 
input and bias, and you're off.


I don't remember where I got the headset, but it certainly was not 
expensive.  Maybe $10 at the time.


George, W3HBM


On 12/5/2016 4:46 PM, Bill Gaines wrote:

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[W0MU Mike Fatchett]

For noise cancelling I like the Able Planet linx audio headphone and you 
can attach this mic or similar to them.  The work really well for noise 
and way cheaper than Bose.



On 12/5/2016 2:51 PM, Walter Underwood wrote:

ModMic makes boom mics that you can attach to existing headphones. If you are
happy with your current headphones, this could be a good option.

https://antlionaudio.com/ 

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On Dec 5, 2016, at 1:46 PM, Bill Gaines  wrote:

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Joe K2UF]

 Bill,

I use the Yamaha c500.  They work pretty good, are comfortable and have a
boom mic attached.  I also do not use SSB very often (only November SS) the
rest of the year I keep it velcroed to the headset frame.  They also don't
cost an arm and a leg and your favorite offspring.  I think about $50 or
$60.  Worth a try.

Good luck

73  Joe K2UF

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To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I
also have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an
attached microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do
some SSB work. I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really
liked because my shack is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems
that the washer and/or dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company
that did make the noise cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now
trying to find out what other hams use or what is in the market place. I am
especially interested in a noise cancelling headset with an attached
microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Don Wilhelm]

Bill,

Get a Yamaha CM-500.  It is not noise cancelling, but can plug directly 
into the K3 rear jacks.  Select the rear panel mic and turn on bias for it.


They are not noise cancelling, but the big cuffs cover the ears nicely 
and seal well.


As far as noise pickup in the microphone, use the TX Noise Gate in the K3.

On 12/5/2016 4:46 PM, Bill Gaines wrote:

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.


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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Walter Underwood]

ModMic makes boom mics that you can attach to existing headphones. If you are
happy with your current headphones, this could be a good option.

https://antlionaudio.com/ 

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> On Dec 5, 2016, at 1:46 PM, Bill Gaines  wrote:
> 
> Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
> realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I 
> also have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an 
> attached microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some 
> SSB work. I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked 
> because my shack is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the 
> washer and/or dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did 
> make the noise cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to 
> find out what other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially 
> interested in a noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that 
> sounds good on a K3.
> 
> Thank you Bill AD8P
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[Elecraft] Headset/Mic Suggestions

[Bill Gaines]

Since I seldom use SSB I have not had the need to ask this question and I 
realize the responses may vary as much as belly buttons. I have a K3 and I also 
have the hand held microphone. I want to obtain a headset with an attached 
microphone to use with this radio just in case I may want to do some SSB work. 
I used to have a noise cancelling headset which I really liked because my shack 
is located in the laundry/utility room and it seems that the washer and/or 
dryer runs as often as the furnace does. The company that did make the noise 
cancelling headset no longer makes them so I am now trying to find out what 
other hams use or what is in the market place. I am especially interested in a 
noise cancelling headset with an attached microphone that sounds good on a K3.

Thank you Bill AD8P
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[Elecraft] Headset splitter for KX2, KX3

[David Deitrick]

I have seen some references to a splitter that would allow a mic/phone headset 
(eg. apple ear buds) to be used with KX2 & KX3.  The item referred to in the 
posts was backwards, with one 4 ring socket & (2) 3 ring jacks.  I found a 
StarTech adaptor on amazon that has one 4 ring socket & (2) 3 ring plugs, which 
would split the single plug headset into to plugs allowing the use of both the 
Mic and Phone jacks on the radio.  It too is made by StarTech & can be found on 
Amazon here:

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-MUYHSFMM-Headset-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B0058DOWH6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8=1467977811=8-1=MUYHSFMM
 


Price is about $6 US.

Dave
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Ian White]

>I have a set of KOSS SB 40's and they're great on the RX side but the
>cheap dynamic mic that comes as part of it sounds like @#*^%#@

But weren't we discussing the SB-forty-FIVE? 

The *electret* mic in the Koss SB-45 is excellent, and works very well
with the K3 for a wide range of different voices. For those who prefer a
lighter headset with on-ear earpieces, the Koss CS-100 gives equally
good results. 

Both the SB-45 and the CS-100 can be highly recommended.


73 from Ian GM3SEK


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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Walter Underwood]

Reports on the list favor the Yamaha CM-500 or the Koss SB-45. Both have 
electret mics. In this price range (under a few hundred dollars), an electret 
mic is by far the best option.

The Koss SB-40 has a dynamic mic. I haven’t tried it, but making a good dynamic 
mic at that price is a huge engineering challenge.

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> On Jun 21, 2016, at 5:19 PM, Jim Rhodes <jimk...@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I wore out one SB-40 over 15 to 20 years,  so I bought another one. Get
> good audio reports on the rare instances I get on phone.
> On Jun 21, 2016 3:12 PM, "Ken Arck" <k...@arcomcontrollers.com> wrote:
> 
>> I have a set of KOSS SB 40's and they're great on the RX side but the
>> cheap dynamic mic that comes as part of it sounds like @#*^%#@ on TX,
>> regardless of how I've tried to compensate using the EQ
>> 
>> Ken
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> At 10:27 AM 5/26/2016, Dave Hachadorian wrote:
>> 
>>> I forgot to mention that the SB-45 also has a nice padded headband.  It
>>> doesn't irritate the top of my bald head as much as the rough webbing of
>>> the CM500.  Judging from the pictures of the crowds at Dayton this year,
>>> this could be a very significant feature for a lot of hams!
>>> 
>>> Dave Hachadorian, K6LL
>>> Yuma, AZ
>>> 
>>> 
>>> -Original Message- From: Mike Harris
>>> Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 7:14 AM
>>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>>> Subject: [Elecraft] Headset
>>> 
>>> Hi,
>>> 
>>> If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a
>>> suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any
>>> experience out there?
>>> 
>>> My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the
>>> foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult
>>> to source.
>>> 
>>> Regards,
>>> 
>>> Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Jim Rhodes]

I wore out one SB-40 over 15 to 20 years,  so I bought another one. Get
good audio reports on the rare instances I get on phone.
On Jun 21, 2016 3:12 PM, "Ken Arck" <k...@arcomcontrollers.com> wrote:

> I have a set of KOSS SB 40's and they're great on the RX side but the
> cheap dynamic mic that comes as part of it sounds like @#*^%#@ on TX,
> regardless of how I've tried to compensate using the EQ
>
> Ken
>
>
>
>
>
> At 10:27 AM 5/26/2016, Dave Hachadorian wrote:
>
>> I forgot to mention that the SB-45 also has a nice padded headband.  It
>> doesn't irritate the top of my bald head as much as the rough webbing of
>> the CM500.  Judging from the pictures of the crowds at Dayton this year,
>> this could be a very significant feature for a lot of hams!
>>
>> Dave Hachadorian, K6LL
>> Yuma, AZ
>>
>>
>> -Original Message- From: Mike Harris
>> Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 7:14 AM
>> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: [Elecraft] Headset
>>
>> Hi,
>>
>> If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a
>> suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any
>> experience out there?
>>
>> My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the
>> foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult
>> to source.
>>
>> Regards,
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Ken Arck]

I have a set of KOSS SB 40's and they're great on the RX side but the 
cheap dynamic mic that comes as part of it sounds like @#*^%#@ on TX, 
regardless of how I've tried to compensate using the EQ


Ken





At 10:27 AM 5/26/2016, Dave Hachadorian wrote:
I forgot to mention that the SB-45 also has a nice padded 
headband.  It doesn't irritate the top of my bald head as much as 
the rough webbing of the CM500.  Judging from the pictures of the 
crowds at Dayton this year,  this could be a very significant 
feature for a lot of hams!


Dave Hachadorian, K6LL
Yuma, AZ


-Original Message- From: Mike Harris
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To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Headset

Hi,

If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a
suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any
experience out there?

My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the
foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult
to source.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Gary K9GS]

I second that John.  I bought one 2+ years ago.  It arrived days before 
CQWW CW.  I wore them all weekend and never a complaint. One of the 
really cool things is that they come with a parts list.  If you ever 
have to repair them they sell replacement parts.


I've never looked back.


On 5/26/2016 8:52 PM, j...@kk9a.com wrote:

If you want a great and amazingly comfortable CW headphone, consider the
Sony MDR-7506. I bought mine after reading K9YC's recommendation on
cq-contest and I could not be happier.

John KK9A

Ken Miller
Thu May 26 21:31:26 EDT 2016

All - Just my 2 cents worth as an almost 100% CW guy.  I have been using the
Radiosport Headsets from Arlan Communications for a while.

I have their model RS20S with the gel earpads and cloth covers for my K2
(serial #455) as it is my QRP contesting rig and these phones are SUPERB!
Has great isolation so I don't hear anything but what is coming thru the
phones (which would be good for field day). The gel pads and cloth covers
make them very comfortable for long sessions while contesting.
Additionally, they are stereo so they would work perfectly with a K3/K3s
where you could put one receiver's output in each ear for chasing DX when
running split.

I also have their model RS20CR, which is monaural and 600 ohms. This is for
use with my vintage gear (Drake C-Line, R-4A and 2-B and Collins 75A-1).
Also a outstanding performer, particularly when listening to the SW
broadcast.

I have not used their headset with microphone combination but if it works as
well as these listen-only units it should be just terrific!

73 - Ken Miller, K6CTW

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Troy, W6HV]

My K3 is used strictly CW and I have the “Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Professional 
Studio Monitor Headphones”. Very comfortable, Amazon has them for $55.34.

-Original Message- 
From: Ken Miller K6CTW 
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 6:31 PM 
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Headset 

All - Just my 2 cents worth as an almost 100% CW guy.  I have been using the 
Radiosport Headsets from Arlan Communications for a while.  

I have their model RS20S with the gel earpads and cloth covers for my K2 
(serial #455) as it is my QRP contesting rig and these phones are SUPERB!  Has 
great isolation so I don't hear anything but what is coming thru the phones 
(which would be good for field day). The gel pads and cloth covers make them 
very comfortable for long sessions while contesting.  Additionally, they are 
stereo so they would work perfectly with a K3/K3s where you could put one 
receiver's output in each ear for chasing DX when running split.

I also have their model RS20CR, which is monaural and 600 ohms. This is for use 
with my vintage gear (Drake C-Line, R-4A and 2-B and Collins 75A-1).  Also a 
outstanding performer, particularly when listening to the SW broadcast.

I have not used their headset with microphone combination but if it works as 
well as these listen-only units it should be just terrific!

Just my thoughts and hope this helps!  Their website is here:

http://www.arlancommunications.com/

73 - Ken Miller, K6CTW

(Disclaimer: I have no vested interest in Arlan Communications just a very 
happy user)
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[john]

If you want a great and amazingly comfortable CW headphone, consider the
Sony MDR-7506. I bought mine after reading K9YC's recommendation on
cq-contest and I could not be happier.

John KK9A

Ken Miller 
Thu May 26 21:31:26 EDT 2016

All - Just my 2 cents worth as an almost 100% CW guy.  I have been using the
Radiosport Headsets from Arlan Communications for a while.  

I have their model RS20S with the gel earpads and cloth covers for my K2
(serial #455) as it is my QRP contesting rig and these phones are SUPERB!
Has great isolation so I don't hear anything but what is coming thru the
phones (which would be good for field day). The gel pads and cloth covers
make them very comfortable for long sessions while contesting.
Additionally, they are stereo so they would work perfectly with a K3/K3s
where you could put one receiver's output in each ear for chasing DX when
running split.

I also have their model RS20CR, which is monaural and 600 ohms. This is for
use with my vintage gear (Drake C-Line, R-4A and 2-B and Collins 75A-1).
Also a outstanding performer, particularly when listening to the SW
broadcast.

I have not used their headset with microphone combination but if it works as
well as these listen-only units it should be just terrific!

73 - Ken Miller, K6CTW

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Ken Miller K6CTW]

All - Just my 2 cents worth as an almost 100% CW guy.  I have been using the 
Radiosport Headsets from Arlan Communications for a while.  

I have their model RS20S with the gel earpads and cloth covers for my K2 
(serial #455) as it is my QRP contesting rig and these phones are SUPERB!  Has 
great isolation so I don't hear anything but what is coming thru the phones 
(which would be good for field day). The gel pads and cloth covers make them 
very comfortable for long sessions while contesting.  Additionally, they are 
stereo so they would work perfectly with a K3/K3s where you could put one 
receiver's output in each ear for chasing DX when running split.

I also have their model RS20CR, which is monaural and 600 ohms. This is for use 
with my vintage gear (Drake C-Line, R-4A and 2-B and Collins 75A-1).  Also a 
outstanding performer, particularly when listening to the SW broadcast.

I have not used their headset with microphone combination but if it works as 
well as these listen-only units it should be just terrific!

Just my thoughts and hope this helps!  Their website is here:

http://www.arlancommunications.com/

73 - Ken Miller, K6CTW

(Disclaimer: I have no vested interest in Arlan Communications just a very 
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Dave Hachadorian]

I forgot to mention that the SB-45 also has a nice padded 
headband.  It doesn't irritate the top of my bald head as much as 
the rough webbing of the CM500.  Judging from the pictures of the 
crowds at Dayton this year,  this could be a very significant 
feature for a lot of hams!


Dave Hachadorian, K6LL
Yuma, AZ


-Original Message- 
From: Mike Harris

Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 7:14 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Headset

Hi,

If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as 
a
suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. 
Any

experience out there?

My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering 
and the
foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather 
difficult

to source.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Dave Hachadorian]

I have both the CM500 and SB-45.  The SB-45 is the one I use.  It 
is more comfortable on my head.  I wear eyeglasses, and it 
doesn't squeeze the side rails as hard, and is generally more 
comfortable for me.  Both headsets function equally well, but the 
SB-45 microphone need a couple more dB of boost in equalizer bin 
4.


Dave Hachadorian, K6LL
Yuma, AZ


-Original Message- 
From: Mike Harris

Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 7:14 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Headset

Hi,

If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as 
a
suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. 
Any

experience out there?

My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering 
and the
foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather 
difficult

to source.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO
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[Elecraft] Headset

[Mike Harris]

Many thanks to all who have offered their findings on the relative 
merits of the CM500 v KOSS SB45.


I will get a set of SB45s for comparison, at the price it's really not 
an issue. Albeit, with the CM500, better the devil you know applies.


Regards,

Mike VP8NO

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[David Anderson via Elecraft]

Another vote for the KOSS SB45, especially as it is much easier to buy in the 
UK.

I had a CM500 but the mic broke after about a year, so I kept it just as a pair 
of stereo headphones.

73 from David GM4JJJ

> On 26 May 2016, at 17:06, John  wrote:
> 
> I use the KOSS SB45, it has the same electret element as in the Yamaha. In 
> fact
> it is almost identical to the Yamaha, but uses silver ear cups. I understand 
> some
> of the components used in the Yamaha are made by Koss…perhaps the CM500
> is made in the Koss factory, but labeled Yamaha ?
> Terrific RX and TX audio with my KX3 and Flex rigs using my Koss SB45 - make 
> sure
> you get the SB45 (electret) and not the SB40 (dynamic)
> 
> 73
> John
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On 26 May 2016, at 4:14 PM, Mike Harris  wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a suitable 
> substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any experience out 
> there?
> 
> My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the foam 
> inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult to source.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Mike Reublin NF4L]

Amazon lists the SB-45 at 1/2 the price of the CM500.

73, Mike NF4L

> On May 26, 2016, at 12:06 PM, John  wrote:
> 
> I use the KOSS SB45, it has the same electret element as in the Yamaha. In 
> fact
> it is almost identical to the Yamaha, but uses silver ear cups. I understand 
> some
> of the components used in the Yamaha are made by Koss…perhaps the CM500
> is made in the Koss factory, but labeled Yamaha ?
> Terrific RX and TX audio with my KX3 and Flex rigs using my Koss SB45 - make 
> sure
> you get the SB45 (electret) and not the SB40 (dynamic)
> 
> 73
> John
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On 26 May 2016, at 4:14 PM, Mike Harris  wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a suitable 
> substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any experience out 
> there?
> 
> My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the foam 
> inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult to source.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[John]

I use the KOSS SB45, it has the same electret element as in the Yamaha. In fact
it is almost identical to the Yamaha, but uses silver ear cups. I understand 
some
of the components used in the Yamaha are made by Koss…perhaps the CM500
is made in the Koss factory, but labeled Yamaha ?
Terrific RX and TX audio with my KX3 and Flex rigs using my Koss SB45 - make 
sure
you get the SB45 (electret) and not the SB40 (dynamic)

73
John





On 26 May 2016, at 4:14 PM, Mike Harris  wrote:

Hi,

If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a suitable 
substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any experience out 
there?

My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the foam 
inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult to source.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[K4ia via Elecraft]

The CM500 is offered on Amazon for $59.  Don't know about shipping to 
the Falklands.


Buck
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On 5/26/2016 11:44 AM, Brian Denley wrote:

I use the Koss SB45 headset.  Works very well.

Brian Denley
KB1VBF
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Hi,

If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a suitable 
substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any experience out 
there?

My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the foam 
inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult to source.

Regards,

Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Anthony Scandurra]

Same here.  Better physical design than the CM500 except for the boom mic.

Audio performance is the same.

73, Tony K4QE
On May 26, 2016 11:45 AM, "Brian Denley"  wrote:

> I use the Koss SB45 headset.  Works very well.
>
> Brian Denley
> KB1VBF
> Sent from my iPad
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> > On May 26, 2016, at 10:14 AM, Mike Harris 
> wrote:
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> > Hi,
> >
> > If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a
> suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any
> experience out there?
> >
> > My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the
> foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult to
> source.
> >
> > Regards,
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset

[Brian Denley]

I use the Koss SB45 headset.  Works very well. 

Brian Denley
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> On May 26, 2016, at 10:14 AM, Mike Harris  wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a suitable 
> substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any experience out 
> there?
> 
> My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the foam 
> inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult to source.
> 
> Regards,
> 
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[Elecraft] Headset

[Mike Harris]

Hi,

If I remember correctly the Koss SB45 headset has been offered as a 
suitable substitute for the K3 weapon of choice the Yamaha CM500. Any 
experience out there?


My much used CM500 are starting to shed the leatherette covering and the 
foam inside the cavities is wearing away. CM500 can be rather difficult 
to source.


Regards,

Mike VP8NO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

[Nr4c]

Dagnabbit!  The photo got stripped!

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> On Apr 16, 2016, at 3:45 PM, Nr4c  wrote:
> 
> Both front PTT(in mic connector) and rear Phono jack are in parallel. 
> 
> I use either VOX (for contesting) and a home-made PTT switch plugged into 
> rear jack for other use. 
> 
> Under the "flap" are two SMD push buttons wired in parallel with a cable to 
> rear PTT. Box is 3.5 X 4 inches and made on my 3D printer. 
> 
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> 
>> On Apr 15, 2016, at 11:34 PM, Mike Walkington  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> All,
>> 
>> At the risk of this request being lost in the euphoric response to the K3 
>> K-Pod. I'm wondering what options you might be using / prefer to provide 
>> the PTT function for a K3S connected headset. I know options including (1) 
>> VOX, (2) PTT button on an alternative plugged in microphone, (3) PTT pickle 
>> switch, (4) PTT foot switch. What about your preference for enabling several 
>> (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in parallel
>> 
>> Mike VK1OO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

[Nr4c]

Both front PTT(in mic connector) and rear Phono jack are in parallel. 

I use either VOX (for contesting) and a home-made PTT switch plugged into rear 
jack for other use. 

Under the "flap" are two SMD push buttons wired in parallel with a cable to 
rear PTT. Box is 3.5 X 4 inches and made on my 3D printer. 

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> On Apr 15, 2016, at 11:34 PM, Mike Walkington  
> wrote:
> 
> 
> All,
> 
> At the risk of this request being lost in the euphoric response to the K3 
> K-Pod. I'm wondering what options you might be using / prefer to provide 
> the PTT function for a K3S connected headset. I know options including (1) 
> VOX, (2) PTT button on an alternative plugged in microphone, (3) PTT pickle 
> switch, (4) PTT foot switch. What about your preference for enabling several 
> (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in parallel
> 
> Mike VK1OO
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

What about your preference for enabling several (ie pickle and foot
switch) of these in parallel


I use both a foot switch and a hand switch (PTT switch from an old
Telex headset) in parallel.  Both have RCA connectors and I use a
"Y" cable to connect them to the PTT jack on the back of the K3.

73,

  ... Joe, W4TV


On 4/15/2016 11:34 PM, Mike Walkington wrote:


All,

At the risk of this request being lost in the euphoric response to the
K3 K-Pod. I'm wondering what options you might be using / prefer to
provide the PTT function for a K3S connected headset. I know options
including (1) VOX, (2) PTT button on an alternative plugged in
microphone, (3) PTT pickle switch, (4) PTT foot switch. What about your
preference for enabling several (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in
parallel

Mike VK1OO

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

[Mike Dodd]

On 4/15/2016 11:34 PM, Mike Walkington wrote:


All,

(4) PTT foot switch. What about your
preference for enabling several (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in
parallel


I use (4) PTT foot switch.

I don't understand your "in parallel" question. I have one foot switch 
plugged into the K3's rear panel PTT jack, and use it for the Heil GM-5 
plugged into the MIC connector on the front panel, and for the Yamaha 
CM500 headset plugged into the rear panel MIC and PHONES jacks.


The headphones are always on, but I can't hear the audio because the 
phones are clapped together while the speaker is on.


I switch mics with MENU: MIC SEL, which also sets the high/low gain 
selection and mic bias on/off.


The Heil mic cable originally was for a Yaesu plug (I think), but I 
diked-off the RJ connector, and installed a round Kenwood-style plug to 
match the K3's jack.


I did not install a 1/4" phone jack near the round plug because the foot 
switch is plugged into the rear panel, and the GM-5's PTT button works 
without it.


Now, why did you ask about PTT devices in parallel?

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[Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

[Mike Walkington]

All,

At the risk of this request being lost in the euphoric response to the 
K3 K-Pod. I'm wondering what options you might be using / prefer to 
provide the PTT function for a K3S connected headset. I know options 
including (1) VOX, (2) PTT button on an alternative plugged in 
microphone, (3) PTT pickle switch, (4) PTT foot switch. What about your 
preference for enabling several (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in 
parallel


Mike VK1OO

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for hearing loss

[Barry]

If your hearing loss is age-related, try a lower frequency, like 400-500 Hz. 
Age-related hearing loss usually is in the 1000-3000 KHz range.  If it's
occupational-related, it could be any frequency.

I recall an article in QST a number of years ago by N4GG about building a
small equalizer.  As I recall it was a realtively simple project and you can
individually boost various freq bands as needed.

Barry W2UP (MD, but not an ear doc - this post is not medical advice)



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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for hearing loss

[David Cole]

Phil,
I had a hearing test done, and asked for the resultant data showing
frequency vs sensitivity...  

I selected a spot where my ear was most sensitive in the 400 to 700 Hz
range, and then set the K3 zero beat to that frequency...  

CW is a LOT better now!  I had placed the zero beat at my worst point
inadvertently...  What a difference a few db makes.
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On Tue, 2015-01-06 at 10:35 -0800, Phil Wheeler wrote:
 I'm deaf in one ear (nerve zapped 50 years ago by 
 Meniere's episode) and at 78 have moderate loss in 
 the other, so it has a hearing aid which makes a 
 huge difference for music and conversation. I can 
 still use an ear bug for hamming with the HA in 
 place, fortunately.
 
 Phil W7OX
 
 On 1/6/15 9:00 AM, Wes (N7WS) wrote:
  I think I'm the first to use and mention in this 
  forum the CM500. I have some age and noise 
  related hearing loss (mostly right side) and 
  tinnitus.  I use a CW sidetone around 400-450 HZ.
 
  The K3 has a built-in receive equalizer so I 
  don't see a need for an external one.
 
  Wes  N7WS
 
 
 
   On 1/6/2015 6:34 AM, Barry wrote:
  If your hearing loss is age-related, try a 
  lower frequency, like 400-500 Hz.
  Age-related hearing loss usually is in the 
  1000-3000 KHz range. If it's
  occupational-related, it could be any frequency.
 
  I recall an article in QST a number of years 
  ago by N4GG about building a
  small equalizer.  As I recall it was a 
  realtively simple project and you can
  individually boost various freq bands as needed.
 
  Barry W2UP (MD, but not an ear doc - this post 
  is not medical advice)
 
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for hearing loss

[Jim Brown]

On Tue,1/6/2015 9:00 AM, Wes (N7WS) wrote:
The K3 has a built-in receive equalizer so I don't see a need for an 
external one. 


Right. K6DGW has severe hearing loss. I advised him to set RXEQ for max 
cut of the low bands and max boost of the high bands. He says it's not 
perfect, but good enough.


And yes, if your hearing loss is the typical age-related loss of highs, 
choose a lower frequency sidetone. 500 Hz is a good starting point, 
shift up or down until it works best for you.


73, Jim K9YC
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for hearing loss

[Wes (N7WS)]

I think I'm the first to use and mention in this forum the CM500. I have some 
age and noise related hearing loss (mostly right side) and tinnitus.  I use a CW 
sidetone around 400-450 HZ.


The K3 has a built-in receive equalizer so I don't see a need for an external 
one.

Wes  N7WS



 On 1/6/2015 6:34 AM, Barry wrote:

If your hearing loss is age-related, try a lower frequency, like 400-500 Hz.
Age-related hearing loss usually is in the 1000-3000 KHz range.  If it's
occupational-related, it could be any frequency.

I recall an article in QST a number of years ago by N4GG about building a
small equalizer.  As I recall it was a realtively simple project and you can
individually boost various freq bands as needed.

Barry W2UP (MD, but not an ear doc - this post is not medical advice)



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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for hearing loss

[Phil Wheeler]

I'm deaf in one ear (nerve zapped 50 years ago by 
Meniere's episode) and at 78 have moderate loss in 
the other, so it has a hearing aid which makes a 
huge difference for music and conversation. I can 
still use an ear bug for hamming with the HA in 
place, fortunately.


Phil W7OX

On 1/6/15 9:00 AM, Wes (N7WS) wrote:
I think I'm the first to use and mention in this 
forum the CM500. I have some age and noise 
related hearing loss (mostly right side) and 
tinnitus.  I use a CW sidetone around 400-450 HZ.


The K3 has a built-in receive equalizer so I 
don't see a need for an external one.


Wes  N7WS



 On 1/6/2015 6:34 AM, Barry wrote:
If your hearing loss is age-related, try a 
lower frequency, like 400-500 Hz.
Age-related hearing loss usually is in the 
1000-3000 KHz range. If it's

occupational-related, it could be any frequency.

I recall an article in QST a number of years 
ago by N4GG about building a
small equalizer.  As I recall it was a 
realtively simple project and you can

individually boost various freq bands as needed.

Barry W2UP (MD, but not an ear doc - this post 
is not medical advice)


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[Elecraft] Headset for hearing loss

[Sam Bridges]

Hello Guys:
I have a Yamaha CM 500 which does very well. Its main virtue is its 
reproduction of my sidetone. But it also reproduces a lot of hash. So I got the 
Heil pro set plus. It is great on SSB but often I cannot hear what I am sending 
in CW . The sidetone is as high as my K3 will go and Elecraft says 60 is the 
limit. Any one have a suggestion or solution I would appreciate it.
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[Elecraft] Headset for KX3

[Jan]

Look for the ANDREA brand ~ inexpensive
The electret mike works plug-n-play on the KX3 or K3
has single or dual headphones that are comfy to wear
like them for CW events also ~ SKCC-6099 ~
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for KX3

[Al Gulseth]

Interesting that you should mention these - I have a single headphone style 
ANDREA NC-80 (not currently in production) which I acquired a while back, but 
I've never tried the mic as I generally let my fingers do the talking

73, Al

On Tue September 9 2014 11:22:27 am Jan wrote:
 Look for the ANDREA brand ~ inexpensive
 The electret mike works plug-n-play on the KX3 or K3
 has single or dual headphones that are comfy to wear
 like them for CW events also ~ SKCC-6099 ~
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[Elecraft] Headset for KX3

[Dauer, Edward]

I am thinking about going mobile with the KX3, using SSB (for the first
time ever, and only because CW seems impractical while driving.)  A
lightweight one-ear one-piece headset seems like a safe way to go.  If
anyone has a brand or type they¹d recommend, I would much appreciate
hearing suggestions - on list or off.  Many thanks,

Ted, KN1CBR

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[Elecraft] Headset Buddy with Bose QC15 and K3?

[Tad Williamson]

I purchased a Headset Buddy for my Bose QC-15 headphones but have been
unable to get them to work with the K3.  I purchased an adapter with the
Headset Buddy that splits off into two stereo ouputs.  the first problem is
that it reverses the right and left sides of the headphones which is not
too big of a deal.

The main problem is, I can't get the microhone tow work at all.  I've
change the bias settings but nothing yet.

Anyone using this set-up that has it working?  Any ideas?

Thanks, 73, Tad, WF4W

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[Elecraft] Headset for K2 K3

[Stanton A. Bailey]

I have a K2 and I'm currently building a K1.  I have a KX3 on order (who
doesn't!).
I'm also using a Ten-Tec Orion II but would like a K3 in the near future.

I would like to go with a headset but have heard mixed reviews about the
Heil Pro Set sold by Elecraft.
I had a Pro Set Elite and it was big, hot, uncomfortable and I sold it...
but it had a great mic and loved 
the audio while I could stand wearing them.  BTW to be fair the Pro Set
Elite was OK until I would switch
from my contacts to glasses.  They sat right my your ears and crush my ears
into my eye-glass frames.

So what would you suggest?  

TNX ES 73
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for K2 K3

[Robert G. Strickland]

Stan...

Lots of us have been satisfied with the Yamaha CM500. It costs around 
$50 from various vendors. I wear glasses, and it has been comfortable 
for me. The sound from the mike has received favorable responses in on 
the air evaluations.

...robert


On 8/10/2012 18:35, Stanton A. Bailey wrote:
 I have a K2 and I'm currently building a K1.  I have a KX3 on order (who
 doesn't!).
 I'm also using a Ten-Tec Orion II but would like a K3 in the near future.

 I would like to go with a headset but have heard mixed reviews about the
 Heil Pro Set sold by Elecraft.
 I had a Pro Set Elite and it was big, hot, uncomfortable and I sold it...
 but it had a great mic and loved
 the audio while I could stand wearing them.  BTW to be fair the Pro Set
 Elite was OK until I would switch
 from my contacts to glasses.  They sat right my your ears and crush my ears
 into my eye-glass frames.

 So what would you suggest?

 TNX ES 73
 Stan AE7UT



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Re: [Elecraft] Headset for K2 K3

[Dave Hachadorian]

Lots of us have been satisfied with the Yamaha CM500.

The CM500 is available now from Amazon at $44.99, with free
shipping, and no tax. That's about as low as it gets.
http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-CM500-Headset-Built-Microphone/dp/B000BZ6ZX0


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[Elecraft] Headset Connection from Heil Proset 4 to KX3

[Terry Domae]

Can anyone verify the following?

Headphones:  Heil headphones have a 1/4 stereo (200 ohms on the headset)
connected via a straight adapter to 3.5mm stereo jack of KX3 (?? ohms on
KX3)

Mic: 3.5mm mono (HC-4) mic (dynamic?) element - MIC bias set to OFF -
connected to the 3.5mm TRRS tip and sleeve;
PTT connected to 3.5mm TRRS ring 1 and 2. MIC BTN set to PTT UP.DOWN

I have an existing Proset 4 and would like to construct the proper adapter.

Thanks much, Terry KC6ROI
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[Dr. Werner Furlan]

On 9 Apr 2012 at 15:10, Don Wilhelm wrote:

 No need for any adapter to the K3 - just plug into the rear panel
 jacks and turn the rear panel mic bias on. Others have mentioned that
 moving the TX EQ first two bands all the way down, the 3rd band down a
 bit and adding a few dB for the upper 2 bands.  You can find those
 recommendations in the archives.  Look for posts by Jim Brown K9YC.

this is exactly the setup I use and I get only good audio reports. 
I have 2 Heil Headsets but I have not used them anymore since the Yamaha fits 
better.
(I have very little hair on my head and the Heil was uncomfortable after more 
than an hour or 
so.)

73! de Werner OE9FWV

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[Tony Estep]

On Tue, Apr 10, 2012 at 3:37 PM, Dr. Werner Furlan fur...@gmx.net wrote:

 I have very little hair on my head...


A problem that has vexed mankind through the ages.

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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[Brian Denley]

Sent from my iPad

On Apr 10, 2012, at 8:36 PM, Tony Estep estept...@gmail.com wrote:

 On Tue, Apr 10, 2012 at 3:37 PM, Dr. Werner Furlan fur...@gmx.net wrote:
 
 I have very little hair on my head...
 
 
 A problem that has vexed mankind through the ages.
 
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[Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[William Wallace]

Hello all,

New to this reflector.  Waiting for my K3/100  P3 kits to arrive.
I want to use a Yamaha CM-500 boom set with my K3 but think
I should ask if anyone else has experience using this combination.
There must be a connection adapter used between the boom set
and the K3 mic connector, correct?  Any recommendations and/or 
comments welcomed.  I know W2ENY
http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3rys4/adapter/ 
makes/sells an adapter, anyone using one of these?

73 de K8WAW

William Wallace
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[Don Wilhelm]

No need for any adapter to the K3 - just plug into the rear panel jacks 
and turn the rear panel mic bias on.
Others have mentioned that moving the TX EQ first two bands all the way 
down, the 3rd band down a bit and adding a few dB for the upper 2 
bands.  You can find those recommendations in the archives.  Look for 
posts by Jim Brown K9YC.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 4/9/2012 2:54 PM, William Wallace wrote:
 Hello all,

 New to this reflector.  Waiting for my K3/100  P3 kits to arrive.
 I want to use a Yamaha CM-500 boom set with my K3 but think
 I should ask if anyone else has experience using this combination.
 There must be a connection adapter used between the boom set
 and the K3 mic connector, correct?  Any recommendations and/or
 comments welcomed.  I know W2ENY
 http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3rys4/adapter/
 makes/sells an adapter, anyone using one of these?


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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

 New to this reflector. Waiting for my K3/100 P3 kits to arrive. I
 want to use a Yamaha CM-500 boom set with my K3 but think I should
 ask if anyone else has experience using this combination.

I assume you mean the CM-400 ... it is quite popular here and provides
results every bit as good, if not better, than headsets costing three
to four times as much.

  There must be a connection adapter used between the boom set
  and the K3 mic connector, correct?

The CM-400 works quite well when plugged directly into the rear panel
headphone and mic jacks (if you don't mind leaving it connected all
the time).  If you want to be able to disconnect/change headset/mic,
the W2ENY adapter works fine or you can build your own with a $5.00
Foster plug and a female 3.5mm jack (or two, if you want to connect
a hand PTT switch to the front panel) for less than $10.

73,

... Joe, W4TV


On 4/9/2012 2:54 PM, William Wallace wrote:
 Hello all,

 New to this reflector.  Waiting for my K3/100  P3 kits to arrive.
 I want to use a Yamaha CM-500 boom set with my K3 but think
 I should ask if anyone else has experience using this combination.
 There must be a connection adapter used between the boom set
 and the K3 mic connector, correct?  Any recommendations and/or
 comments welcomed.  I know W2ENY
 http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3rys4/adapter/
 makes/sells an adapter, anyone using one of these?

 73 de K8WAW

 William Wallace
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

[Dick Dievendorff]

Hello, William!  Welcome!

The K3 has both front panel and rear panel headphone and microphone
connectors.  If you prefer to use the back panel connectors (and find the
CM-500's cable long enough), you can plug the two 3.5mm TRS microphone and
headphone audio directly into the K3's back panel, without any adapters.
Some K3 owner's prefer the clean front panel look that this provides.  

I use the K3's PF1 button programmed to toggle SPKR+PH so that I can turn
the speaker audio on and off with a front panel pushbutton press, so I don't
have to reach around and unplug the headphones to listen to the speaker.

If you prefer a front panel connection (which I do sometimes because it adds
a foot or so of headset cord) and it's easier to change headsets (I do this
sometimes in long contests to change the pressure points), you'll need an
adapter that accepts a 3.5mm TRS plug and connects with the 8-pin Foster
microphone connector.  You've found one source (thanks!).  Another is Heil
Sound's AD-1-K adapter which is sold by several amateur dealers. This is
Heil Sound's Kenwood adapter.   There is an picture of a representative
Heil adapter at http://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-003264.  The
different adapters are color coded; the Kenwood / Elecraft version has a red
body.

The Heil adapter includes a hefty 1/4 jack for a footswitch.  I prefer to
bring the footswitch connection to the back panel, that doesn't need to
change when I change headseets.  But I'm starting to use VOX more in
contests as the K3's VOX is better than I've been used to in the past.

73 de Dick, K6KR


-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of William Wallace
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2012 8:55 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Headset/Mic Question

Hello all,

New to this reflector.  Waiting for my K3/100  P3 kits to arrive.
I want to use a Yamaha CM-500 boom set with my K3 but think I should ask if
anyone else has experience using this combination.
There must be a connection adapter used between the boom set and the K3 mic
connector, correct?  Any recommendations and/or comments welcomed.  I know
W2ENY http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3rys4/adapter/
makes/sells an adapter, anyone using one of these?

73 de K8WAW

William Wallace
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Re: [Elecraft] headset

[va3bxg]

You state that you had to change the profile. What exactly did you do?

I just ordered his headset and foot switch. And hopping it all works out. 
--Original Message--
From: Richard Gracer
Sender: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] headset
Sent: Feb 19, 2012 09:45

When my BM-10 stared causing 60 cycle hum, I tracked it down to the adaptor. 
The Heil replacement service left much to be desired, as just the postage to 
get the adaptor to them negated any replacement and they would not consider 
just sending a new one to me. I decided to try something new. After a lot of 
research, I bought the Yamaha CM-500 but didn't like it. I then researched and 
bought the WB2ENY premium headset for under $ 50.00. The eham reviews are 
excellent. I am very happy with it. My audio reports are great and they are 
very comfortable. I had to adjust the transmit equalizer as the profile is 
different that for the Heil Mikes, but I am very happy.
http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3rys4/headset_premium/
Richard
W6RIG
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[Elecraft] headset

[Richard Gracer]

When my BM-10 stared causing 60 cycle hum, I tracked it down to the adaptor. 
The Heil replacement service left much to be desired, as just the postage to 
get the adaptor to them negated any replacement and they would not consider 
just sending a new one to me. I decided to try something new. After a lot of 
research, I bought the Yamaha CM-500 but didn't like it. I then researched and 
bought the WB2ENY premium headset for under $ 50.00. The eham reviews are 
excellent. I am very happy with it. My audio reports are great and they are 
very comfortable. I had to adjust the transmit equalizer as the profile is 
different that for the Heil Mikes, but I am very happy.
http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze3rys4/headset_premium/
Richard
W6RIG
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[Elecraft] Headset recommendation for the K3

[todd brady]

Hello to all on the list 
I'm a relatively new K3 owner, and this is my first post to the group. I 
purchased my K3 back in March ( SN# 5331 ) and just recently purchased the P3 ( 
SN# 1435 ). 
First of all let me say the customer service is hands down the best I've ever 
experienced, and the user group has been a wonderful help to me, as I learn the 
art of operating my K3 !!
I enjoy both SSB and CW   although I don't ragchew using CW, I do chase and 
work DX in that mode. 
I have tried various headsets with my K3 including the Yamaha, that so many 
here on the list recommend.
I have found a new headset that I like better than any I have tried, and I just 
wanted to recommend it to the group. 
I enjoy both SSB DXing and contesting and this headset is great for all SSB 
applications. 
It's the  Turtle Beach /  Ear Force Z1  ... Its a light weight gaming headset 
designed for PC's and it's only $29.95 ... I picked it up at Walmart. The sound 
of this little headset on both TX  RX will surprise you !!
For more info on the headset ...  go to my blog at www.n4la.com
Thanks for all the tips everyone, and yes I'm a very satisfied K3 owner !!

73 de N4LA
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset recommendation for the K3

[Jim Brown]

On 7/17/2011 8:54 AM, todd brady wrote:
 It's the  Turtle Beach /  Ear Force Z1  ... Its a light weight gaming 
 headset designed for PC's and it's only $29.95 ...

Many thanks for posting your find, Todd.  Thanks to the size of the 
market, there are hundreds of low cost headsets made for use with 
computers -- everything from gaming to Skype to listening to music. If 
you are able to sell in quantity, it's much easier to get the cost down. 
That's why we have the excellent Yamaha headset at such a low price, as 
well as the one you found. Someone on the Ten Tec list found a Koss 
headset that he liked a lot. Several months ago, I went shopping at 
Fry's for low cost headsets to use with Skype. I found a half dozen or 
so priced between $10 and $25, and I bought three that looked promising. 
All three worked, but none was really comfortable, and one set was 
like having my head in a vise. Quite a few years ago, I bought a 
Plantronics salesman's sample kit at the Milwaukee hamfest and made 
connector adapters to hook them up to my computers and ham gear.  All of 
them worked, but only one was comfortable enough to use for more than an 
occasional phone call.

The beauty of the K3 is that, thanks to its flexibility, it can work 
quite well with almost anything that we can plug into it!

73, Jim K9YC
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[Elecraft] Headset Settings

[Don Cunningham]

Okay, all of you bragged on the CM-500 Yamaha headsets so much that I will 
receive mine in the morning on UPS.  Will you share some settings to get me 
started??  I have a bassy voice, and on my PR-40 have to REALLY attenuate the 
lows and accentuate highs.  I will simply plug them into the rear, as you have 
suggested, and go from there.
73,
Don, WB5HAK
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Settings

[David Herring]

Don

Take the bottom three bands in your rig's tx eq and run them down to their 
minimum setting. 

That alone should get you 90% or more there.

I run mine like that and everyone seems to like it. 

73,

Dave
AH6TD

Sent from my iPhone

On Sep 2, 2010, at 4:20 PM, Don Cunningham wb5...@martineer.net wrote:

 Okay, all of you bragged on the CM-500 Yamaha headsets so much that I will 
 receive mine in the morning on UPS.  Will you share some settings to get me 
 started??  I have a bassy voice, and on my PR-40 have to REALLY attenuate the 
 lows and accentuate highs.  I will simply plug them into the rear, as you 
 have suggested, and go from there.
 73,
 Don, WB5HAK
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Settings

[Jeff Cochrane - VK4BOF]

+1
I even use that setup for the MH2 Microphone with good results.


Jeff Cochrane - VK4BOF
Innisfail, QLD, Australia
Elecraft K3# 4257

  - Original Message - 
  From: David Herring 
  To: Don Cunningham 
  Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net 
  Sent: Friday, September 03, 2010 12:30 PM
  Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Headset Settings


  Don

  Take the bottom three bands in your rig's tx eq and run them down to their 
minimum setting. 

  That alone should get you 90% or more there.

  I run mine like that and everyone seems to like it. 

  73,

  Dave
  AH6TD

  Sent from my iPhone

  On Sep 2, 2010, at 4:20 PM, Don Cunningham wb5...@martineer.net wrote:

   Okay, all of you bragged on the CM-500 Yamaha headsets so much that I will 
receive mine in the morning on UPS.  Will you share some settings to get me 
started??  I have a bassy voice, and on my PR-40 have to REALLY attenuate the 
lows and accentuate highs.  I will simply plug them into the rear, as you have 
suggested, and go from there.
   73,
   Don, WB5HAK
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Settings

[Bill Conkling]

Mic to Rear, Low with Bias.  Mic gain at 25, comp at 25 for starters.  May
need to adjust gain toward 15 if you talk loud.

I really like the CM500.

...bc

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Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 10:30 PM
To: Don Cunningham
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Headset Settings

Don

Take the bottom three bands in your rig's tx eq and run them down to their
minimum setting. 

That alone should get you 90% or more there.

I run mine like that and everyone seems to like it. 

73,

Dave
AH6TD

Sent from my iPhone

On Sep 2, 2010, at 4:20 PM, Don Cunningham wb5...@martineer.net wrote:

 Okay, all of you bragged on the CM-500 Yamaha headsets so much that I will
receive mine in the morning on UPS.  Will you share some settings to get me
started??  I have a bassy voice, and on my PR-40 have to REALLY attenuate
the lows and accentuate highs.  I will simply plug them into the rear, as
you have suggested, and go from there.
 73,
 Don, WB5HAK
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Re: [Elecraft] Headset Settings

[Jim Brown]

On Thu, 2 Sep 2010 16:30:10 -1000, David Herring wrote:

Don

Take the bottom three bands in your rig's tx eq and run them down to 
their minimum setting. 

That alone should get you 90% or more there.

Yes. 

I run mine like that and everyone seems to like it. 

Me too. 

Another point about setting levels. The CM500 is a pretty hot mic -- 
that is, it puts out a lot of voltage -- so you will want to use the 
LOW setting for mic gain (in the K3 setup menu). 

Once you have done that, AND set the TX EQ as David recommends, THEN 
follow the directions in the K3 manual to set audio levels. The 
executive summary of that is set Display so that it reads ALC and 
compression, use the mic gain to set for a given ALC reading, then set 
Compression to get 10dB of compression as indicated on the front panel 
meter. 

73, Jim K9YC


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[Elecraft] headset question

[Paul Milward]

Hi guys,
I recently ordered a K3 and eagerly await it's delivery. You will likely hear 
lots more from me as I attempt to get up to speed with it.

I have been reviewing the archives of this group and see that the Yamaha CM500 
is highly regarded. I plan to purchase one very soon.  

I have the K3 manual open to page 17 (the pdf from Elecraft website). It looks 
like the stero headset plug goes into the jack marked phones', the mic plug 
goes into the jack marked mic and a foot switch plug goes into the jack 
marked PTT IN

Now for my question. I have a Heil footswitch and plan to use it for PTT. Is 
the configuration I described correct? If not, how is headphone/mic and 
footswitch connected?

TIA and 73

de  Paul, NU4C
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Re: [Elecraft] headset question

[Don Wilhelm]

Paul,

You have it right - just plug it in, assuming that the footswitch plug 
matches the K3 jack  - the headphone/mic connectors will plug right into 
the rear K3 jacks.  Don't forget to set the Mic to rear and the bias on 
for the CM500.

73,
Don W3FPR

Paul Milward wrote:
 Hi guys,
 I recently ordered a K3 and eagerly await it's delivery. You will likely hear 
 lots more from me as I attempt to get up to speed with it.

 I have been reviewing the archives of this group and see that the Yamaha 
 CM500 is highly regarded. I plan to purchase one very soon.  

 I have the K3 manual open to page 17 (the pdf from Elecraft website). It 
 looks like the stero headset plug goes into the jack marked phones', the mic 
 plug goes into the jack marked mic and a foot switch plug goes into the 
 jack marked PTT IN

 Now for my question. I have a Heil footswitch and plan to use it for PTT. Is 
 the configuration I described correct? If not, how is headphone/mic and 
 footswitch connected?

 TIA and 73
   

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Re: [Elecraft] headset question

[Dick Dievendorff]

You have a couple of choices.

If you prefer front panel connections, you'll probably want a Heil Sound
AD-1K adapter or make up an equivalent.  The AD-1K adapter has a 8-pin
Foster plug that connects to the K3 front panel microphone connector, and
has a 1/4 phone jack for your footswitch and a 3.5mm jack for your
microphone connector. The Yamaha CM500 headset comes with a 3.5mm stereo
phone plug with a 1/4 adapter sleeve, and you'd use that adapter to plug
into the K3's front panel headset connector.  

This is a traditional front panel arrangement. Some prefer this
arrangement because it's easy to pull the headphone plug out to enable the
radio's speakers.
 
Others prefer the clean front panel arrangement where the headset
connectors are all on the back. You remove the 1/4 sleeve from the Yamaha
CM500 headphone plug and plug the 3.5mm microphone and 3.5mm headphone
connectors into the K3 back panel mic and phone jacks.

There are a couple of versions of Heil footswitch.  The current FS-2 has two
wires, one with a 1/4 phone plug and another with an RCA plug.  If you have
the FS-2, you might plug its RCA plug directly into the K3's back panel PTT
RCA jack.  

If you have the older Heil FS-1 which has just a 1/4 phone plug, you'll
need to replace that plug with an RCA plug, or find or create a small
adapter that has a 1/4 phone jack to an RCA plug.  The K3 back panel PTT
jack is an RCA jack.

If you use the clean front panel arrangement, you can enable the radio's
speaker by changing the K3 configuration menu SPKR+PH to enable both the
headphones and speaker at once, and you can set up macro functions to turn
that on and off if you prefer pressing a front panel button.  Or you can
reach around and unplug the headphone connector from the back panel. 

PTT is also available on the K3 back panel 15-pin accessory connector, so if
you're planning to wire that yourself, you might include a 1/4 phone jack
as part of your plan.

I prefer the clean back panel arrangement, my headphones and radio PTT
actually are connected through a microHAM SO2R control box. I use the Yamaha
CM-500 headset, as well as several Heil products depending on my mood.  I
like to change headsets from time to time during contests to change the
pressure points.  During a CW contest I'll sometimes use an extreme
isolation headset or a very comfortable old pair of Sony V6 headphones.

73 de Dick, K6KR




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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Milward
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 8:30 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] headset question

Hi guys,
I recently ordered a K3 and eagerly await it's delivery. You will likely
hear lots more from me as I attempt to get up to speed with it.

I have been reviewing the archives of this group and see that the Yamaha
CM500 is highly regarded. I plan to purchase one very soon.  

I have the K3 manual open to page 17 (the pdf from Elecraft website). It
looks like the stero headset plug goes into the jack marked phones', the
mic plug goes into the jack marked mic and a foot switch plug goes into
the jack marked PTT IN

Now for my question. I have a Heil footswitch and plan to use it for PTT. Is
the configuration I described correct? If not, how is headphone/mic and
footswitch connected?

TIA and 73

de  Paul, NU4C

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Re: [Elecraft] headset question

[Fred Atchley]

Paul Milward wrote: 

Now for my question. I have a Heil footswitch and plan to use it for PTT.
Is the configuration I described correct? If not, how is headphone/mic and
footswitch connected?

I use a Heil footswitch connected as you described. Using connectors on the
back of the K3 sure cuts down on cable clutter. I use a breakout box to go
from the mic plug that normally plugs into the front of the K3 into the
separate PTT in and mic lines. The Line from the footswitch plugs into a
pigtail that is built into the Heil mic cable. Works like a champ. 

73, Fred, AE6IC

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