[TenTec] Microphone Wanted

[Bob McGraw - K4TAX]

While the 708 and 709 do have the same electrical specs, the 708 is omni 
directional while the 709 is unidirectional.  A mike with a omni directional 
pattern typically will pick up sound from the front, sides and back equally 
while a unidirectional mike picks up from the front only.  With radios, 
amps, power supplies, computers and such on the desk, those most likely 
behind the mike, then those sounds are also picked up more so by the omni 
directional mike but not the case with the unidirectional mike.  Should one 
have a quiet room then either will work satisfactorily.  If ones room is 
plagued with noises then the unidirectional mike choice is better.

Just this morning I worked a station that had a S-9 +20 dB signal on voice 
but between words his signal was S-9.   This was due to amp noise producing 
a roar in the background.  I inquired as to the processing being used and he 
indicated that it was off.  One other station suggested he reduce his mike 
gain and get closer to the mike.  He did and his audio was wonderful.  The 
correct mike along with good mike technique and proper gain adjustment 
typically makes wonderful improvements to audio quality.

73
Bob, K4TAX




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Rodney" <w3krq at dejazzd.com>
To: <rmcgraw at blomand.net>; "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" 
<tentec at contesting.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 1:32 PM
Subject: Re: [TenTec] Microphone Wanted


>I agree 709a great mike for the money.
>
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Robert Mcgraw Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 8:44 PM To: Ed Purvis 
> ; Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment Subject: Re: [TenTec] Microphone Wanted
> The 709A is a better sounding mike.
>
> 73
> Bob, K4TAX
>
>> Looking for suggestions on a mic for my OMNI V.  Leaning toward a 708
>> desk mic. I used one on a Paragon II at one time.  Also would like
>> suggestions on a hand mic.
>> If you have a clean 708 for sale, please write back in a private e-mail. 
>> Details and price in first reply, please.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Ed WA4NJY
>> Bradenton, Fl
>>
>>
>> Official it getter.
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