I've found that many D-104 mikes actually sound bad because the element is
bad. Oh but don't be mislead because it may still have output but it sounds
bad. Typically the original crystal elements do not like heat or moisture.
Most often moisture is deposited on the element from ones breath while
"close talking using a Chicken Choker" or "lolly pop" type G stand. Store
one in a hot room, attic or car in the summer and you can bet the element is
history, quality wise. At the same time a D-104 with a ceramic element,
which doesn't have the high output level, is more tolerable to heat and
moisture.
Just for grins.
73
Bob, K4TAX
----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard Robinson" <nw4p@xtn.net>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2002 12:13 AM
Subject: [TenTec] D104
It's about time. I found the problem. I didn't think that I was
that dumb. Surely I could wire up a microphone. THE
ELEMENT HAS A HOLE IN IT. Someone has stuck, what
appeared to be, a pencil in the grill, and punched a hole
in it. Will be getting another element tomorrow. Again
thanks for all the responses, I would say that 25-30 of
you fine folks responded. Great forum and best to all of youns. 73
Richard NW4P "now working 3 peanuts"
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