Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers - Update

A follow-up ... Since I had two pairs of CM-500 that needed refurbishment (my original pair - without any cushions - and my current pair - that is starting to flake), I took a chance and ordered cushions for the Koss QZPRO. They arrived a

Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

For the benefit of others, the earphone cups of the CM-500 are 98.4 mm (3 7/8") x 93.6 (3 11/16") - a standard 100 or 105 mm (round) headphone pad should work.  However, since the screws holding the headphones together are located under the cushions and the cushions are clamped between the face

Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

On 5/2/2023 12:03 PM, Walter Underwood wrote: The Koss UR-20 is the same headphone as the Yamaha CM-500 and Koss SB-40, but without a boom mic. The link to these replacements was posted in this email reflector (11/1/19) by Josh W6XU. These are the ones I ordered. Unfortunately, the SB-40

[Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

Thanks to all those who responded with suggestions on how to replace the Ear covers. Ordered the Koss replacement covers. The links to videos included, will be a great help in the actual replacement process. 73 Paul w2eck __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

My solution was to start with a brand new CM500 and use these ear pad covers from Amazon:

Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

Replacement ear pads are available, but the internal wiring is very fragile. I managed to get the replacements on, but broke a wire. After four breaks and three re-solderings, there wasn’t enough wire left to work with, so I bought a new headset. The Koss UR-20 is the same headphone as the

Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

On 5/2/2023 10:24 AM, Paul Ecker wrote: Realize this subject has been around before, most of postings in archives are dated. Does anyone have a good current source for replacement ear covers for the Yamaha CM 500 Headset? Check eBay. Here's what I did with a $6 pair:

Re: [Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

Check out this link: http://www.iw5edi.com/ham-radio/2305/yamaha-cm500-replacement-ear-pad > On May 2, 2023, at 10:24 AM, Paul Ecker wrote: > > Realize this subject has been around before, most of postings in archives > are dated. Does anyone have a good current source for replacement ear >

[Elecraft] CM 500 Ear Covers

Realize this subject has been around before, most of postings in archives are dated. Does anyone have a good current source for replacement ear covers for the Yamaha CM 500 Headset? 73 Paul w2eck __ Elecraft mailing list Home: