Background
The K6ARK mini mic kit has proved very popular for OPs who like to build their own.
Built on the shoulders of Adams' K6ARK mini mic I've designed the Turret assembled microphone which uses essentially the same components but without the fiddly wiring.
Description
Presented in a high heat and UV resisting PETG cylindrical case with 'bumpy' texture for improved grip. This is a great option for those who want an off the shelf backup or lightweight mic for POTA / SOTA.
Dimensions
- Height: 47mm (1.85")
- Diameter: 10mm (0.39")
- Weight (0.5m): 17g (0.6oz)
- Weight (1m): 21g (0.74oz)
Cross compatibility
✅ - Compatible, ❌ - Not compatible, 🔊 - Mic fitted may be too sensitive, 🔈- Mic fitted may not be sensitive enough
| Radio | Elecraft KX2 & KX3 | QRP Labs QMX & QMX+ | HF Signals zBitx, sBitx & LARCset | BG2FX FX-4CR | DL3MAN (tr)uSDX | uSDX | Pebble HF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elecraft KX2 & KX3 | ✅ | ❌ | 🔊 | 🔈 | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| QRP Labs QMX & QMX+ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | 🔊 | 🔊 | ✅ |
| HF Signals zBitx, sBitx & LARCset | 🔈 | ❌ | ✅ | 🔊 | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| BG2FX FX-4CR | 🔊 | ❌ | 🔊 | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| DL3MAN (tr)uSDX | ❌ | 🔊 | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | 🔊 |
| uSDX | ❌ | 🔊 | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | 🔊 |
| Pebble HF | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | 🔊 | ❌ | 🔊 | ✅ |
Mentions and reviews
- Walt, K4OGO on the Coastal Waves & Wires YouTube channel here and here.
- Thomas, K4SWL on QRPer.com.