Headset [Microphone Dynamic M-87/AC]
Maker and role
Electro-Voice Incorporated, Manufacturer
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Object detail
Accession number
2005.84.29
Description
The set is green in colour with cream-coloured ear pads. On the right front is MX 2508/AC, and on the left front is MX 3473/AC. The headset has a fold-out mouthpiece that is hinged. From the left front emerges a cord that ends in a single pin jack. From the right is a pair of wires - one black and one white that are exposed at their ends.
Brief History
This headset was used by Cliff Tait during his round the world flight in 1969 using an Aero Engine Services Limited (AESL) Airtourer single-engined aircraft. Cliff Tait carried out the flight to promote New Zealand and the NZ-built Airtourer to the world. Leaving Hamilton on 12 May 1969, he made the 30,500 mile (49,084 km) trip in 284 hours. Despite a range of challenges along the way, he returned safely to Hamilton on 1 August 1969.
Marks
MX2508/AC Embossed
MX3473/AC Embossed
MICROPHONE DYNAMIC / M-B7/AIC / ELECTRO- VOICE INC. Embossed
MX3473/AC Embossed
MICROPHONE DYNAMIC / M-B7/AIC / ELECTRO- VOICE INC. Embossed
Media/Materials
Collection
Credit Line
Electro-Voice Incorporated. Headset [Microphone Dynamic M-87/AC], 2005.84.29. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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