I don't use a desk mike but I do use a Heil Proset Headset with the HC-6 Element. I believe I bought it when I had an IC 746 Pro. I just like having both hands free as I keyboard all my logging, look folks up on QRZ or play solitaire when waiting to check into the ARES net! John KE4D K3/ KPA500 SteppIR beam and vertical Fort Clark Springs, Texas