[Elecraft] Mic for K3

[Iain MacDonnell - N6ML]

On Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 12:43 PM, Phil Hystad <k7peh at comcast.net> wrote:
> In preparation for getting my K3 I think I might have to buy a new mic.  I have the Icom desk mic for my Pro III and I also have the Heil Pro-Set Quiet Phone/Mic headset with the adapter for the Pro III.
>
> So, do I need to buy a new mic or can I use these if I fashion together some kind of adapter so that the 8-pin plug connectors match up.  If the Pro-set works with just a different adapter from Heil maybe I can go that route.  If I were to purchase a new mic I presume that a Heil would be the way to go but any suggestions would be appreciated.
>
> Thus, three questions:
>
> 1.  Is my Icom SM-20 desk mic usable albeit with a different Kenwood style adapter plug.
>
> 2.  Is my Heil Pro-set usable with a Kenwood style adapter.

Yes, the Kenwood adapter works. Alternatively, you can just plug
directly into the 1/8" jacks on the back of the K3, although
admittedly the cord on the PSQP is a bit short for that.

It wouldn't take a whole lot of effort to modify the Icom adapter -
just have to rearrange the wiring inside the 8-pin plug a bit.


> 3.  What is the best recommended mic for the K3.

That's "somewhat subjective" :)

    ~Iain / N6ML