Mike, On the K3, MIC level and LINE level settings are independent; you can adjust the LINE level in data modes without affecting the MIC level for voice and vice versa.
Regarding changing levels in different software, you might take a look at QuickMix (<http://www.ptpart.co.uk/quickmix/>) - this software allows you to save and restore mixer settings separately for each application. Brian's comment on Windows sounds is my main reason for using a second sound card. For digital modes, pretty much any sound card will do; I use an old SB16 card that I keep moving from one computer to the next. I leave the Windows sounds, music players, etc. on the motherboard sound device and use the SB16 for my digital-mode software. 73, Rich VE3KI ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html