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Product Information
Equipped with a 9-foot cord to give you ample room for movement, the Yamaha CM500 headset works well for a broad variety of devices and accessories. These headphones come with 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch adapter jacks for wide compatibility. Plug them into your equipment, lower the built-in microphone to a comfortable position, and you are ready to enjoy clear audio quality. Having a flip-down mic makes them ideal for audience-interactive DJs to respond to the crowd. The padded, closed-ear construction protects you from outside noise so that you can focus on the music or conversation. A durable build from long-lasting materials ensures that they will be going strong even after many trips to the dance floor.Any device equipped with a standard headphone jack can be used with these Yamaha CM500 headphones. The microphone plug can be used with any device that supports it or you can connect it into the included battery module. This allows it to be used with audio equipment that ordinarily requires mics that use +48V phantom power sources. Some professional audio accessories use this standard, so you can combine this unit with high-end mixers and amps. Compatibility with a large number of ham radio models, including those with foot-switch mic operation, make them a great option for enthusiasts. The mic also makes it simple to communicate with your partners when playing a video game. The adjustable boom arm for the microphone allows you to conveniently move it up and out of the way or quickly flip it down to speak.Two AAA batteries can be placed in the headset battery box to power the microphones when connected to accessories that do not supply voltage to them. Use it in conjunction with many software apps and accessories, such as Skype, to make conversation easy. Pro audio quality and a sensitivity of 96dB/mW will allow it to be used in school music labs under high-stress conditions without fail. An impedance of 120 ohms protects them from being damaged by overloading, reducing the likelihood that the device will cause them to blow out. The microphone impedance of 600 ohms is fitting for most modern mixers and tape recorders.Frequency response on the Yamaha CM500 headset meets the industry standard of 20Hz - 20kHz. The microphone range is 100Hz-20kHz. This aids in producing mic quality clear enough for video voice-overs and podcasts. High-impact materials shield the padding from scratches or tears. The highly flexible headband keeps it comfortable as it fits snugly against your head. They are only 10.6 ounces, which keeps them comfortable during extended use. A soft cup design firmly covers your ears to cancel outside sound without excessive pressure.Stereo sound support is included for the best experience when listening to track recordings or watching videos. Use the volume control on the device they are plugged into for a sound level that is right for you. The Yamaha CM500 headphones provide uninterrupted sound reproduction. This makes them a suitable choice for listening to tracks in the studio while playing instruments.Product Identifiers
BrandYamaha
MPNCM500
UPC0086792285603
ModelCM500
eBay Product ID (ePID)129484427
Product Key Features
ColorBlack
FeaturesBoom, Noise Cancellation, Built-in Microphone
Number of EarpiecesEar-Cup (Over the Ear), Headband, Double
TypeEar-Cup (Over the Ear)
Dimensions
Weight10.6 Oz
Additional Product Features
Compatible BrandUniversal
ConnectivityWired
Impedance120ohm
Cable Length9ft.
On/Off SwitchWithout On/Off Switch
Frequency Response20Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity96dB
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 20 Sep, 2017Most favourable review
Terrific product
I absolutely love these headphones and what they do for the price point they are being sold at. I use these for podcast and general recording along with my other microphones and recording gear. Great product and quality makeup for a price that probably would be much more for other products. I've seen plenty of headsets that are selling in the 150 to 200 dollar range that I don't feel would be any better or much substantial difference in the quality of the product. These are well made communications headphones with the mic and everything sounds great from listening to audio via Sirius or Spotify or even my own music collection via the computer. Will be doing more recording using these for podcasting and general recording quality. Great little product at a fair price and sounds good listening. I could have spent 200 bucks on a Sennheiser or Audio Technica type of headset not to mention Heil gear which I already have but this is a nice little piece to the collection. I also own one of the Heil headsets and this one is just about the same quality and sound at much less.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 May, 2019Most critical review
Great microphone, but headset sound is disappointing.
After I placed my order (too late), I was "warned" that I might not like the Yamaha headphone performance. That person was absolutely correct. The microphone works great and surprisingly has received better audio reports than my ICOM (amateur radio) mic - which works very well. The problem with the Yamaha headset is the headphones, which sound "dull" and lack sharpness, even compared to the low cost Koss phones that I had been using. Generally speaking, their sound is disappointing. Increasing treble helped somewhat, but overall I'm disappointed with the Yamaha's sound and regret buying them. They also don't fit very well, a bit too loose, with sort of an odd headband adjustment.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 19 Jan, 2016
Works great for amateur radio use.
I use the headset to my amateur radio Yaesu FT-990. I get excellent modulation reports, the headphones have good sound and the headset is comfortable to wear for hours. For the headset to work with the FT-990 (has no dc voltage on the microphone input), an adapter with external power supply is needed W1OYIVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 May, 2016
Excellent boom mic and headphones
Be sure to adjust the EQ on your voice to accomodate the mic as compared to a desk mic, as it is richer in the higher frequencies, understandably, but once that si done, it sounds great both on the air and in the headphones.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 06 Jul, 2017
Good investment
I can hardly tll I'm wearing this headset. It's light weight and very comfortable. The head phones sound great and the boom mic has gotten very good sound checks from other HAM radio operators on the air. I use mine with my HF ham radio for contesting and calling a traffic net. KM4HVE 73Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Dec, 2017
A must buy for amateur radio
The CM500 is light and easy to wear for contest sessions. Plugs straight into the back of a K3 with rear panel electret bias set. I have two pairs, one for backup - unneeded over six years so far.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 Mar, 2018
Too big for average head
While the side length is adjustable, the head strap is too large and there is no way to adjust it. This means that the phones do not fit over the ears and they flop around the head with the slightest movement.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 29 Jul, 2020
Good reasonably priced alternative to expensive units
I used this unit on an FT-991a ham transceiver. The mic is very hot so I had to turn the mic gain on my radio down from 50 to 8. The ear cups are large enough so that my entire ear fits inside making it comfortable to wear with glasses and for long periods of time. These do not block out all of the outside noise but that isn't a problem in my environment.Sound quality good. I made an interface box for this mic and a foot control to plug into. The interface box plugs into the radio where the mic plugs in. I was able to get mic audio, Push-To-Talk, and voltage to power the mic from the mic jack on the radio. I understand that there are adapters available to use these headphones/mic with some ham radio rigs.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 Nov, 2019
Awesome Value Compared To 'Communications' Headsets
In a communications (ham radio) application this is a comfortable headset with good sound reproduction. Earpads are soft and conformable. Used with a Kenwood TS-590 they worked fine. I did not evaluate the microphone. It is a powered mic and with radios without power to the mic connector require a battery power source. Other reviews indicate it doe work fine; but that's an extra box I just don't want to deal with. I will be keeping these around to use as headsets only in place of the old Kenwood HS-5. Just wish they had a dynamic (or other unpowered) mic.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Jan, 2018
headset
Works excellent i use it on my ic-7300 radio and get a lot of unsolicited remarks on how good i sound . Very happy with it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
