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[K1KIM]

As many have found, the internal mic on the FT-70D is lacking gain even with the mic gain setting at 9.

I have a 2 pin Heil headset that I use with my Kenwood and other 2 pin radios and certainly can buy the same 1 pin headset for the FT-70D, BUT has anyone found a good speaker mic they are happy with for the Yaesu? I don't want to use a headset all the time.

I have a Commountain one I use for my Kenwood HT that is exceptional, but can't find one for the Yaesu.

I know that Yaesu makes compatible speaker mic, but also have heard no feedback as to it's TX/Rec audio.

All opinions welcome.

[K6LCS]

Something is wrong with your radio. There is no widespread "mic gain" problem.

My Heil boom-mic and original Yaesu speaker-mic are working perfectly. Maybe the use of an external audio accessory - bypassing your mic - might cure your problem. But if you purchase a quality accessory - Heil or Yaesu - and it doesn't work well - then there really is something weird with your radio.

[K1KIM]

Perhaps my question needs clarification.

Has any one had good experience with any external speaker/mic, whether Yaesu brand or others, on their FT-70D?

[K6LCS]

Yes. Great performance from my Yaesu SSM-17A and Heil HTHY.

[SWMAN]

 I use a Yaesu SSM-17A on my FT-60 also. People say that it sounds very good. Also speaker is good sounding and loud enough also.

[SA4MDN]

i too use the  SSM-17A and have good results

[K1KIM]

Yaesu SSM-17A on the way.

Thanks.