The Driver Extreme DRX-6560 (also known as the DX656) is a professional-grade, noise-canceling dynamic microphone specifically designed for CB, Amateur Radio, and SSB communications. It is engineered to eliminate background noise from wind and road conditions, making it a popular choice for professional truck drivers.
Key Technical Specifications
Microphone Type: Dynamic noise-canceling system (requires no batteries).
Frequency Response: 55 Hz – 7 kHz, proximity effect compensated for natural voice reproduction.
Impedance: 500 ohms (+/- 30 ohms).
Sensitivity: -54 dB +/- 3 dB.
Connection: Standard 4-pin configuration, compatible with most Cobra, Uniden, Galaxy, and Stryker radios.
Pin 1: Ground (Shield & Blue)
Pin 2: Audio (White)
Pin 3: TX (Red)
Pin 4: RX (Black)
Design & Build Quality
Housing: Constructed from rugged Cycolac™ ABS plastic with a contoured body for an ergonomic grip.
Grille: Features a heavy-duty chrome-plated mesh grille with a built-in internal diffuser to eliminate “breath pops”.
Cord: Includes a 9-foot high-quality coiled flex cord with extra-long, heavy-duty strain reliefs at both ends to prevent cable failure.