[Yaesu] MK V PTT Spike

[w2pky@optonline.net]

On SSB my MK V outputs a full power spike when I press the PTT button on the Yaesu hand held mike. The level of the spike is related to the mike and processor gain controls. If I turn down either control the spike goes away. Sounds like the PTT button makes a loud sound inside the mike case. Has anyone noticed this? I am concerned since I am using a solid state amp after the MK V Field. Are there better hand held mikes?

Thanks;

Bill W2PKY