A/B switch for earbuds

[Bone]

Need some info for earbuds. This is just an example because I don't know the proper name for what I'm wanting.

Lets say I have 2 sets of earbuds. Does an A/B switch exist that I can plug in both sets (A/B) with a input and switch
back and forth to use either set of buds?

[mustang071965]

are you talking about helmet speakers and mic ? so you and a passenger can talk.

[Bone]

Yes / no
Helmet earbuds and an a/b switch.

Now the rest of the story. Wasn't sure how to ask and since then know what I want to ask. I have in my right saddlebag a Mp3 player and a amp. Have 2 speakers on my handlebars that feed into a Honda CB. This allows me to adjust the volume with my left thumb.

Recently I installed an Clearview windshield that's 2 inches shorter than stock. I like the shorter shield but now my music can't be heard above 45 mph. I don't want to crank it loud enough to hear it so I tried earbuds and that works. I leave town I want to just hit a switch and go to the buds and turn off the speakers.

[mustang071965]

is your bike the GL1500CF

[Bone]

Sorry I should have mentioned it's a 98 Tourer.

[mustang071965]

i have the 99 IS so im not sure on that model.

[mustang071965]

do you have the IS radio control on your left bar? or is it after market.

[Bone]

Mine is a 98 CT. Here is the Clarion unit (CB, Intercom) I'm playing through using the volume control. Right now I have the speaker line pulled out ontop of the left side cover. I can unplug that and plug in my earbuds standing next to the seat I just wanted a switch to flip when I get down to 45mph or over 45.

[Troystg]

Yes and no...

Probably not a pre-made option but easy to make on your own.. 

Keeping a common ground, a simple double pole double throw switch will work. 

[Bone]

Does that mean cutting the speaker and earbud wires for the switch ? I didn't want to cut them.

[Troystg]

Does that mean cutting the speaker and earbud wires for the switch ? I didn't want to cut them.

I would suggest a small plastic project box, the switch, and 3 1/8th inch jacks..  Make it all pluggable, temporary and removable.




Box (check sizing!!!):

http://www.parts-express.com/project-box-2-11-16-x-1-11-16-x-1-3-16--320-400


Switch:

http://www.parts-express.com/3pdt-mini-toggle-switch--060-520


Female jack:

http://www.parts-express.com/35mm-stereo-panel-mount-jack--090-317


Males plugs if you decide to make new cables:

http://www.parts-express.com/neutrik-rean-nys231bg-35mm-stereo-plug-black-with-gold-plug--092-157

[Bone]

Thank you so much.   I can do this now with the pics you posted.

[Troystg]

My pleasure.  Let me know if you have any issues and I will be happy to help.


Troy