> On 2 Nov 2022, at 16:19, Ian Maude <ijma...@icloud.com> wrote:
>
> Out of interest, can the CM-500 be used on the KX3?
>
> 73 Ian
>
>> On 2 Nov 2022, at 16:15, Bob McGraw <rmcg...@benlomand.net> wrote:
>>
>> Likewise, I'm a retired pro audio engineer, studio and live music. The
>> CM500 is a very good headset and plugs directly into the rear of the K3S.
>> Turn on the bias. They are available from Sweetwater Sound (no connection
>> to me) for about $60. I also use the Koss SB40 ($29 on Amazon) which has a
>> dynamic mike. One has to be careful with the mike-to-mouth placement as it
>> is a dynamic mike (no bias required) and thus is prone to proximity effects
>> or boosted low end. Taking a different approach I use a Shure SM-58 ($100)
>> on a boom. I did make my own XLR-3 to Foster 8 pin cable. Very easy to do
>> and connects to the front panel MIC connector. No bias required. I also
>> have used a Behringer XM8500 ($29) with very similar results as the SM-58.
>> The SM-58, or its like in wireless form, is a very popular stage vocal mike.
>>
>> One factor I've observed and stressed is "proper microphone technique".
>> That is proper placement of the microphone with regard to the mouth. I find
>> many hams have been taught incorrectly in this regard or perhaps do not
>> understand the relationship that exists. One needs to experiment with a
>> specific mike and their voice in order to attain desired results. Many
>> dynamic microphones will have proximity effect which will make them bottom
>> heavy or bassy. Simply back the mike away from the mouth to correct the
>> concern. Many microphones have extended high end response. This produces
>> lots of lip and mouth and breath/nasal sounds. Again, correct placement
>> above the mouth, or to the side or below the mouth usually corrects the
>> concern. And of course, proper adjustment of microphone gain and any
>> compression is mandatory with each mike.
>>
>> Jim, K9YC recommendations for TX EQ is an excellent starting point. In my
>> case, I've tweaked the numbers a wee bit to suit my voice and my microphone
>> choice.
>>
>> Listen to your signal by recording it and then playing it back from the
>> various SDR remote receivers around the country. That way you know how
>> your station sounds.
>>
>> 73
>>
>> Bob, K4TAX
>>
>>
>> On 11/2/2022 9:44 AM, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote:
>>> Message: 18
>>> Date: Tue, 1 Nov 2022 17:48:31 -0700
>>> From: Jim Brown<j...@audiosystemsgroup.com>
>>> To:elecraft@mailman.qth.net
>>> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Recommendation for Microphone for K3s?
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>>> I strongly agree with Rick's advice. I'm retired from pro audio, did
>>> lots of live recording, still have some great pro mics, but I've been
>>> using the CM500 since around 2009. I can't think of a better choice. I
>>> find the headphones comfy enough for a long weekend contest, and they
>>> sound great!
>>>
>>> 73, Jim K9YC
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