I wanted to optimize my KX2 experience with the smallest headset I could find. I stumbled across the Panasonic ErgoFit (see link below) which are the best fitting ear buds I've ever tried with the added bonus of a built in microphone. Previous ear buds always fell out of my ear or were so loose fitting which let in outside noise. These fit perfectly and securely hold in place to block outside noise. I can highly recommend them if you are trying to find the smallest/lightest option for your KX2. The second piece of the puzzle was how to connect the 4 conductor plug to both the phones and microphone jacks on the KX2. The second link below is an adapter that proved to work perfectly in separating mic and phones. The mic is built into the ear bud wire and takes up very little space. The mic is a bit bassy but tweaking the TX equalizer cured that. I also felt more comfortable holding the mic closer to my mouth but that may have also caused the bassiness. I tried a different adapter bought from Amazon and it did NOT work so be careful on what you buy. Fortunately, a "mistake" only costs you a few bucks but this one I list below works great. Apparently, the 4 conductor standard is not as standard as people expect so adapters and plugs don't always work. I'm not saying this is the only adapter/headset that works with the KX2 but it is one that I accidentally stumbled upon that works for me. Plus, it is very reasonably priced. ;-) Standard disclaimer, if needed. I don't work for or promote these items for a living. Have fun, Bob K5WA https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E4LGVUO/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF 8 <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E4LGVUO/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UT F8&psc=1> &psc=1 http://www.mycablemart.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail <http://www.mycablemart.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=6025&gclid=Cjw KEAjwiMe8BRD0ts3Vtv-ohWgSJAAZurk1Nb_zbSyuYyHMd9iraondI0Kh-4XUauI4v0VsF-bUfBo CQSnw_wcB> &p=6025&gclid=CjwKEAjwiMe8BRD0ts3Vtv-ohWgSJAAZurk1Nb_zbSyuYyHMd9iraondI0Kh-4 XUauI4v0VsF-bUfBoCQSnw_wcB ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected]
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