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Earbone Mic

Gain a Tactical Advantage

The EarBone Microphone works when other headsets won't - supporting tactical missions where a helmet, gas-mask or shroud is required.

Conduction Mic
Ultra-sensitive microphone converts vibrations into clear audio transmission even at a whisper

Gold Connector
Gold-plated radio connector ensures the best signal for crisp, clear sound

Remote PTT
Remote PTT port

Tactical Ready
Works perfectly with most standard helmets, shrouds and gas masks

Ear Bone Microphone

The Ear-Bone Microphone combines a bone conduction microphone and in-ear speaker into a single earpiece that fits comfortably in your ear.  The bone conduction microphone converts sound waves into audible transmissions and does not interfere with your gas mask, shroud or helmet.  The earpiece delivers your radio’s speaker output into your ear for clear and private radio reception.  EarHugger’s patented design features an elliptical earpiece with a soft cushion that rotates to make optimal contact in any size ear. The Ear-Bone Mic is ideal for surveillance, SWAT, military and tactical use.

Includes:

  • Radio connector
  • Inline PTT with auxiliary PTT jack
  • Ear bone speaker and microphone earpiece
  • EarHugger™ over-ear frame

Features:

  • Speaker and microphone combined into a single earpiece
  • Microphone transmits using ear-bone vibration even at a whisper
  • High quality speaker with rare-earth magnet for clear reception
  • New! Soft cushioned earpiece to fit comfortably in the ear
  • Compatible with most tactical gas masks, helmets and shrouds
  • Gold plated connectors provide great audio connection
  • Matte black finish to reduce reflected light
  • Patented over-ear frame holds earpiece comfortably in place
  • New! oversized push to talk button for ease of use even with gloves on
  • Durable materials and construction withstand harsh working conditions
  • Heavy duty strain relief at strain points
  • Hassle-Free 1 year warranty against breakage for any reason

Advantages:

  • Simple, comfortable design is easy to wear and operate
  • High quality electronics for bright, clear sound
  • Fits with a wide variety of tactical equipment
  • Discreet two-way provides tactical advantage and improves safety
  • Rugged construction lasts longer and saves you money

Specifications:

  • Speaker: 108 dB, 10 KHz, 100 mW Neodymium
  • Microphone: -38 dB, >58 dB SNR, vibration
  • Cable: 26AWG conductors, Nylon reinforced
  • Strain Relief: PE with bend rating of 120g to 60 degrees for 5000 bends
  • Connector: Gold plated
  • Environmental
    • Temperature: -25 – +40°C (-13 – 122°F)
    • Humidity: 0% – 95% RH
  • Warranty: 1 Year repair or replacement due to damage or failure for any reason

Design


  1. Radio Connector
  2. Heavy-Duty Strain Relief
  3. Inline Push-to-Talk Button
  4. 2.5mm Remote Push-to-Talk Port
  5. Heavy-Duty PTT Clothing Clip
  6. Clothing Clip
  7. EarHugger Over-Ear Frame
  8. Bone-Conduction Microphone
  9. In-Ear Speaker

 Diagram

How to Wear


Remote PTT Diagram

Remote PTT

The Ear Bone Microphone offers an Auxiliary push to talk (PTT) port. Connect the remote PTT (sold separately) to the Aux PTT port on the main PTT. The cable is run inside or outside your clothing depending on your preference.

Wearing With Shirt Diagram

Wearing With Shirt

The Ear Bone Microphone is worn in your ear. It can be worn with the over-ear frame for added stability, or without the over-ear frame, with the cable dangling from the earpiece. Clip the PTT button to the center of your shirt or other convenient location. The cable is run inside or outside your shirt depending on your preference.

Wearing With Vest Diagram

Wearing With Vest

The Ear Bone Microphone is worn in your ear. It can be worn with the over-ear frame for added stability, or without the over-ear frame, with the cable dangling from the earpiece. Clip the PTT button to your vest on your shoulder or other convenient location. The cable is run inside or outside your vest depending on your preference.

Models and Ordering


Ear Bone Earpiece for Motorola Talkabout
Ear Bone Earpiece for Motorola Talkabout
EH-EBM-1003

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Motorola Sprit, Talkabout
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Ear Bone Microphone for Cell Phone
Ear Bone Microphone for Cell Phone
EH-EBM-NP-1040

Ear-Bone Microphone headset for cell phones and computers - 3.5mm straight headset plug - No PTT
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Ear Bone Microphone for Harris Harris XL-45/95, XG-15/25/75 Radios
Ear Bone Microphone for Harris Harris XL-45/95, XG-15/25/75 Radios
EH-EBM-1018

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Harris XL-45/95, XG-15/25/75
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Ear Bone Microphone for Harris XL-150/185/200 and XG-100P
Ear Bone Microphone for Harris XL-150/185/200 and XG-100P
EH-EBM-1017

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Harris XL-150/185/200, XG-100P
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Ear Bone Microphone for ICOM 9 pin radios
Ear Bone Microphone for ICOM 9 pin radios
EH-EBM-1021

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - ICOM multipin
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Ear Bone Microphone for ICOM two-pin with retention screws
Ear Bone Microphone for ICOM two-pin with retention screws
EH-EBM-1022

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - ICOM multipin
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Ear Bone Microphone for Kenwood 2 pin
Ear Bone Microphone for Kenwood 2 pin
EH-EBM-1009

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Kenwood - two pin
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Ear Bone Microphone for Kenwood NX
Ear Bone Microphone for Kenwood NX
EH-EBM-1010

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Kenwood - multipin
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Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola 2 pin radios
Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola 2 pin radios
EH-EBM-1001

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Motorola two pin
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Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola APX, XPR
Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola APX, XPR
EH-EBM-1006

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Motorola MOTOTRBO, XPR, APX
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Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola DEP
Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola DEP
EH-EBM-1027

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Motorola MOTOTRBO mini, DEP, MTP, XIR, XPR
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Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola Pro Radios
Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola Pro Radios
EH-EBM-1002

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Motorola PRO, GT
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Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola XTS, MTX with dual PTT
Ear Bone Microphone for Motorola XTS, MTX with dual PTT
EH-EBM-1000

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Motorola Astro HT, XTS, MT, MTX - with PTT on Connector
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Ear Bone Microphone for Nexus
Ear Bone Microphone for Nexus
EH-EBM-NP-1038

Ear-Bone Microphone headset for cell phones and computers - 3.5mm straight headset plug - No PTT
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Ear Bone Microphone for Quick Disconnect Adapter
Ear Bone Microphone for Quick Disconnect Adapter
EH-EBM-1032

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Quick Disconnect Adapter
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Ear Bone Microphone for Standard Horizon HX
Ear Bone Microphone for Standard Horizon HX
EH-EBM-1030

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Standard Horizon 3.5mm threaded straight
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Ear Bone Microphone for Tait TP9100
Ear Bone Microphone for Tait TP9100
EH-EBM-1020

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Tait TP9100
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Ear Bone Microphone for Tait TP9300 TP9400
Ear Bone Microphone for Tait TP9300 TP9400
EH-EBM-1025

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Tait TP7100/8100/9300/9400
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Ear Bone Microphone for Vertex Radios
Ear Bone Microphone for Vertex Radios
EH-EBM-1012

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Vertex 3.5mm right angle with retention screw
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Ear Bone Microphone for Vertex VX900
Ear Bone Microphone for Vertex VX900
EH-EBM-1013

Ear-Bone Microphone headset - Vertex Multipin VX600/800/900
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Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Harris XL-150/185/200 and XG-100P
Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Harris XL-150/185/200 and XG-100P
EH-EBM-QD-1017

Ear-Bone Microphone headset with Quick Disconnect - Motorola APX, XPR Series
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Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Harris XL-45/95, XG-15/25/75
Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Harris XL-45/95, XG-15/25/75
EH-EBM-QD-1018

Ear-Bone Microphone headset with Quick Disconnect - Harris XL-45/95, XG-15/25/75
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Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Kenwood NX
Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Kenwood NX
EH-EBM-QD-1010

Ear-Bone Microphone headset with Quick Disconnect - Kenwood NX Series
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Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Motorola APX, XPR
Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Motorola APX, XPR
EH-EBM-QD-1006

Ear-Bone Microphone headset with Quick Disconnect - Motorola APX, XPR Series
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Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Motorola XTS, MTX
Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Motorola XTS, MTX
EH-EBM-QD-1000

Ear-Bone Microphone headset with Quick Disconnect - Motorola XTS, MTX
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Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Tait TP9100
Ear-Bone Microphone with Quick Disconnect for Tait TP9100
EH-EBM-QD-1020

Ear-Bone Microphone headset with Quick Disconnect - Tait TP9100
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Accessories


Remote Push to Talk (PTT)
Remote Push to Talk (PTT)

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Frequently Asked Questions


  Is the Ear Bone Microphone suitable for teleconferencing?

The Ear Bone Microphone has been used by a number of our customers for teleconferencing and other every-day communications use cases. However, please note that the Ear Bone Mic was designed specifically for use in situations where traditional headsets cannot work - including use cases such as wearing a PPE that interferes with your ability to speak into a headset or speaker microphone. It was not designed for teleconferencing or everyday communications. You may find that the audio quality with a traditional headset is better for these types of use cases. We recommend the acoustic tube headset for everyday communications.

  Does the Ear Bone Microphone come in multiple sizes? Or does it fit everyone?

The Ear Bone Microphone is a one-size-fits-most earpiece. If you wear a standard size (medium) open ear insert with our eartube earpieces, the Ear Bone Microphone should fit you. Note that the Ear Bone Mic is sensitive to fit for good transmission. If the fit is not good transmission may be muffled. For users who the Ear Bone Mic doesn't fit will, we recommend the Throat Microphone as an alternative - the Throat Mic is designed for the same use cases as the Ear Bone Mic and fits almost everyone.

  How clear is the transmit with the Ear Bone Microphone?

The transmit audio from the Ear Bone Microphone will sound more hollow and not as clear as a typical headset. This is due to the fact that the Ear Bone Microphone utilizes an induction microphone to convert sound waves into audio for transmission. Typical headsets utilize Condenser microphones - an entirely different technology. Transmit audio quality is also sensitive to fit.

  How clear is the reception with the Ear Bone Microphone?

Reception with the Ear Bone Microphone is as clear as any other headset. The Ear Bone Microphone includes a full-range speaker for reception.

  Can the Earbone mic be used in either ear or is it just the left ear?

The earpiece fits equally well in either ear. The over ear frame is also reversible if you choose to wear it with the frame.

  How do you wear the Ear Bone Mic with a tactical shroud or similar tight-fitting head covering?

The Ear Bone Mic is worn beneath the shroud. The addition of a shroud or other form fitting covering to the head which helps hold the bone mic more securely in place will generally serve to improve the conductivity of the ear bone mic.

  Is the Ear Bone Microphone suitable for a firefighter using a SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus) system?

Yes. As long as you can place the ear bone mic in the ear, you should be good to go. Most industrial SCBA systems leave the ear open for an earpiece or headset. The Ear Bone Mic is an excellent choice as the bone conduction technology allows you to speak and be understood without removing your respirator and without placing a microphone within your respirator.

  How does the remote PTT button work?

The remote push to talk (PTT) button is an optional accessory and is not required for the Ear Bone Microphone to work. The remote PTT is helpful in situations where you need a PTT button located on your finger or another location separate from the main PTT. The Bone Mic has a built in PTT button located approximately 30" from the radio connector on the main wire. Most models of the Ear Bone Mic include a 2.5mm remote PTT port on the side of the Inline PTT. You can attach the remote PTT button to the inline PTT here. When attached, both the main PTT and the remote PTT will activate the transmit function on your handheld.

  How does the Earbone microphone work?

The Earbone microphone contains inductive microphones that make contact with the ear bone at the base of the ear. The inductive microphones convert sound vibrations to audible communication for transmission.

  What is a Bone Mic?

A bone microphone converts sound vibrations transmitted in the ear bone or skull into audible transmissions using a combination of inductive microphones and audio filtering technology.

  Can the Earbone microphone help with someone who is deaf?

The Earbone microphone is intended to enable bone conduction transmission, and does not enable hearing in the deaf. The receive broadcast is output using an integrated speaker within the earpiece.

  Can the Earbone microphone help someone with paralyzed vocal cords?

This Earbone microphone is not designed to help with paralyzed vocal cords or inability to speak normally. The bone conduction technology utilizes sound waves traveling from the vocal cords through the ear bone – requiring the vocal cords to be working for audible transmit.

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