[Icom] Microphone for Icom 706MKIIG

Wed, 23 Jan 2002 22:32:15 -0500

Hey all. . .

There are sure to be flames to follow this one, BUT. . .

I am running a hands-free operation on my 706Mk2G with a hodge-podge system:

Headset/Mic combo: Labtec Axis 302 PC (Yes PC) headset & boom mic ($14.95 at
Best Buy)

I have a $4.95 foot switch from RS rigged into a homebrew connector to trip
the PTT.

I bought a 100BaseT patch cable, and cut it in half so I wouldn't need an
RJ45 crimper, this  is plugged into the 8pin modular mic jack on the back.

Figure $25 (.10 for solder??) a few spare parts and you have a really decent
setup. . .

I have received pretty decent audio reports with this setup.  Its about
$100+ cheaper than the Heil version, plus I can use the stero headset to
listen to music as well. . .

The hands free operation really helps out in the shack, I can be typing away
at the logging program and not miss a beat should the conversation swing my
way.

73's

-=Glen=-
N1XF

-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]On
Behalf Of tim thompson
Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2002 10:02 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [Icom] Microphone for Icom 706MKIIG

hi all.. i have a 70611 g, and i am using a converted kenwood mc-85(
converted mic connector) also  use a shure 444d mic,, both are acceptable,,
kenwood has more drive but shure is a little mellower and better rounded out
to the ear(better balanced highs and lows) tim,ve6bz
----- Original Message -----
From: "Adam Farson" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2002 6:38 PM
Subject: RE: [Icom] Microphone for Icom 706MKIIG

> Gary,
>
> In the Icom product line, the SM-8 and SM-20 are superior to the SM-6.
Both
> of these are cardioid; the SM-6 is omni-directional.
>
> Alternatives from the Heil stable are the GoldLine, with HC-4 or HC-5
> element, and the HM-i, an electret mic designed for use with Icom radios.
> The Heil ProSet "ic" is also a good companion to an Icom radio. The HS-706
> headset is specifically intended for use with the IC-706.
>
> Best 73,
> Adam, VA7OJ/AB4OJ
> North Vancouver, BC, Canada
> http://www.qsl.net/ab4oj/
> Note new e-mail address:
> mailto:[email protected]
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]On
> Behalf Of Gary Smith
> Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2002
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: [Icom] Microphone for Icom 706MKIIG
>
>
> I currently have an Icom SM6 microphone for my
> 706MKIIG, but would like to upgrade to a better
> microphone.  Any recommendations?  Should I stay with
> ICOM or try another manufacturer?
>
> Tnx es 73
> Gary
> WA1TJB
>
>
>
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