The mic gain setting that produces just the right amount of ALC activity is at 2 O'clock. I am sure that this will vary depending on voice and/or microphone characteristics. 73, Bill --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.456 / Virus Database: 256 - Release Date: 2/18/2003