[Elecraft] KX1 headphones

[Erik N Basilier]

Every time I go out with the KX1, I get annoyed with how my Optimus earbuds hurt my ears and one falls out repeatedly. I know that Koss earbuds have been recommended on the list before, but I assume they too are too large for my ears. The Optimus ones are 0.65" or 16.4 mm in diameter. I do have a pair of Sony MDR-W14 that came with an armband gym type radio. They are connected with an adjustable springy strap over the top of the head (I have seen them worn in other ways too). They are comfortable although the parts at the ears are the same size as the earbuds. They just don't need to be retained by the ears; the flexible strap keeps them from falling off. The problem is that these are less sensitive than the earbuds, and the KX1 doesn't have gain to spare. My question is: Is there a headset that is physically similar to the very light Sony headset but with better sensitivity? Or, is there a brand of sensitive earbuds with a smaller diameter or a soft body? I don't want an outboard amp. 

73,
Erik K7TV