{"product_id":"icom-hs-97-throat-microphone","title":"Icom HS-97 Throat Microphone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIcom HS-97 Throat Microphone: Hands-Free, Ears-Open Radio Comms for Icom F-Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroat-vibration pickup · Hands-free operation · Ears unobstructed · Icom F-series compatible · Requires separate PTT\/VOX adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Icom HS-97 is a throat microphone for compatible Icom F-series two-way radios. Instead of picking up air-conducted sound at your mouth, it captures speech through vibrations at the throat, keeping your hands free and your ears open for the sounds around you. Browse more compatible parts in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.2wayradiosolutions.com\/collections\/icom-accessories-1\"\u003eiCom Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HS-97 suits operators in noisy or busy environments who need clear two-way communication while keeping their hands free and their hearing unobstructed. To complete a working setup, you'll need a charged radio — chargers like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.2wayradiosolutions.com\/products\/icom-bc-160-rapid-charger\"\u003eIcom BC-160 Rapid Charger\u003c\/a\u003e keep your handheld ready for the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThroat-vibration pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detects speech from vibrations at the throat rather than sound at the mouth, for clearer transmissions in loud settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-free operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves both hands free for the task at hand while you communicate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEars unobstructed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps your ears open so you stay aware of your surroundings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Icom F-series compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works across a wide range of Icom F-series radios with the correct adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdapter-based setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs with a model-specific PTT\/VOX case or plug adapter cable (sold separately) for a tailored fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Icom HS-97 require to work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HS-97 must be paired with a PTT\/VOX case or plug adapter cable, sold separately, when ordering this headset. The correct adapter depends on your specific Icom radio model. See the compatibility table below, or contact us to confirm the right adapter for your radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HS-97 is listed by the manufacturer as compatible with the following Icom radios. Each model requires the adapter noted next to it (sold separately):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIcom Radio Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequired Adapter (sold separately)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F9011T, IC-F9011S, IC-F9011B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-9021T, IC-F9021S, IC-F9021B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F70DT, IC-F70DS, IC-F70T, IC-F70S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F80DT, IC-F80DS, IC-F80T, IC-F80S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F3161DT, IC-F3161DS, IC-F3161T, IC-F3161S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F4161DT, IC-F4161DS, IC-F4161T, IC-F4161S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F3163T, IC-F3163S, IC-F4163T, IC-F4163S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F50V, IC-F60V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F3210D, IC-F4210D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOPC-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F3101D, IC-F4101D, IC-F3103D, IC-4103D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOPC-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F3001, IC-F4001, IC-F3003, IC-F4003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOPC-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-F3011, IC-F4011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS-1L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your radio model is not listed, contact us and we'll confirm whether the HS-97 will fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a throat microphone used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA throat microphone captures your speech through vibrations at the throat rather than picking up air-conducted sound at the mouth. This keeps your hands free and your ears unobstructed, which is useful in noisy or busy environments where you still need clear two-way radio communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does a throat microphone work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of sitting in front of your mouth, a throat mic rests against the throat and detects the vibrations produced when you speak. With the Icom HS-97, those vibrations are transmitted to your radio through a separately sold PTT\/VOX case or plug adapter cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need a PTT with the Icom HS-97 throat mic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You must order a PTT\/VOX case or plug adapter cable separately when buying the HS-97. The correct adapter depends on your radio model, so check the compatibility list or contact us to confirm the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat radios does the Icom HS-97 fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HS-97 is listed as compatible with a range of Icom F-series radios, including the IC-F9011, IC-F9021, IC-F70, IC-F80, IC-F3161, IC-F4161, IC-F3001, IC-F4001 and others, each paired with a specific adapter such as the VS-1MC, VS-1SC, VS-1L or OPC-2004. See the compatibility table for details, or contact us to confirm your exact model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Icom HS-97 compatible with the IC-F1000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer compatibility information we have lists models such as the IC-F3001 and IC-F4001 (used with the OPC-2004 adapter), but does not specifically list the IC-F1000 or IC-F2000 series. 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