Kenwood Tkm-707 Mods !!better!! -
The factory incandescent bulbs (usually three to four 14V 80mA bulbs) generate significant heat and dim over time. They also draw ~300mA, which is wasteful on a 12V system.
Because SSB signals can sometimes sound "off-pitch" if the frequencies aren't perfectly aligned, adding or unlocking a "Clarifier" (RIT - Receiver Incremental Tuning) is a popular mod. This allows the user to fine-tune the incoming voice without changing the transmit frequency. Kenwood Tkm-707 Mods
If you're new to modifying your Kenwood TK-M707, it's best to start with simple mods and tweaks. Here are a few examples: The factory incandescent bulbs (usually three to four