[TenTec] Headset Reccomendation

[Richards]

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On 1/4/2014 2:00 PM, Barry N1EU wrote:
> These guys sell an add-on boom mic to convert headphones to a headset.
>   I'm using one now and it works quite well.  It requires +Bias
> (electret mic), but that's generally not a problem with Ten-Tec rigs

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That looks like a good solution.   Not all that expensive, considering 
all its features.  I am a bit leery about the guy whispering on the 
video... cannot imagine why he felt he needed to talk like a golf 
announcer on the final shot... but nicely done video to showcase the 
product.  I like the attachment system.  Interesting product and they 
did not get greedy  (UN-like the headset Joel Halls reviewed last 
month... way too much money for consumer grade goods - I could tell you 
a bit about its construction, as it is used in many consumer products.)"

Yes, the ModMic looks like it should be on a short list of options.

I have used little condenser boom microphones purchased on eBay for a 
mere $1, but it requires adding a jack to the headphone case or 
inventing your own cable attachment method.    I will put it up against 
pretty much any gaming headset mic, and even the famous HEIL 
PR20...sound samples available on request,  See here:


http://tinyurl.com/jwc6294

http://tinyurl.com/k7bm5e5

http://tinyurl.com/ohahnz7

There are others, just search for them.  Excellent audio as these little 
electret capsules are really cheap to make and sound good on the radios.

I think I will order the one Barry uses... looks interesting, well made 
and has the advantage of providing its own attachment system that does 
not alter the earphone receiver cup.  Around $30 for a good solution 
seems within reach.

Thanks for the uptake, Barry.

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