Motorola APX N70 Speaker Mics: Find out which one is best for you.
A speaker mic is the part of your APX N70 setup you handle the most. It's how you transmit, how you hear in a loud scene, and often how you call for help. This guide covers the remote speaker microphones that work with the Motorola APX N70, compares what each one offers, and explains how to choose the right one for your job.
Before You Buy: The APX N70 Uses a Mini-GCAI Connector
The APX N series uses a smaller mini-GCAI connector that works only with the N70, N50, and N30. Older APX speaker mics, such as the PMMN4099 or PMMN4062, use the larger connector and will not fit the N70. Only buy speaker mics listed for the N series. Also make sure your radio is running current firmware. For the XVP speaker mics, Motorola resellers list APX N70 firmware R01.00.00 or later.
APX N70 Speaker Mic Comparison Chart
| XVP750 | XVP730 | RM780 | XVE500m | WM800 | |
| Part number | PMMN4141A | PMMN4142A | PMMN4128B | PMMN4172 / PMMN4173 | PMMN4158C |
| Connection | Wired, mini-GCAI | Wired, mini-GCAI | Wired, mini-GCAI | Wired, mini-GCAI | Wireless |
| Microphones | 4 digital HDR mics | 4 digital HDR mics | Standard mic | Dual HDR mics | See listing |
| Channel knob | Yes | No | No | PMMN4172 yes, PMMN4173 no | No |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 | Built for extreme conditions | See listing |
| Safety rating | HAZLOC Div 1 and Div 2 | HAZLOC Div 1 and Div 2 | UL TIA intrinsically safe | Designed for HAZLOC use | See listing |
| Standout feature | Noise suppression and knob | Noise suppression, simple controls | Extra-loud speaker, volume rocker | Firefighter-focused audio | No cable |
| Best for | Law enforcement, multi-channel users | Law enforcement, single-channel users | Everyday duty and value | Fire and rescue | Cable-free carry |
Motorola XVP750 (PMMN4141A) Remote Speaker Mic with Channel Knob
The XVP750 is Motorola's top wired speaker mic for the APX N70. It uses four digital HDR microphones with noise-suppression software that follows your voice and filters out background noise, however you position the mic. It's matched to the same Adaptive Audio Engine as the N70, so your voice stays clear in traffic, crowds, and wind.
You also get a channel selector knob, a dedicated ViQi button, an orange emergency button, and a 360-degree rotating clip with a D-ring. It's IP68 submersible and HAZLOC certified for Div 1 (intrinsically safe) and Div 2.
Choose it if: you switch channels often and want the best audio Motorola offers.
Motorola XVP730 (PMMN4142A) Remote Speaker Mic
The XVP730 has the same four-mic audio, loud speaker, IP68 rating, HAZLOC certification, emergency button, and rotating clip as the XVP750, but without the channel knob. That makes the controls simpler and the body a little cleaner.
Choose it if: you want XVP audio quality but don't need to change channels from the mic.
Motorola RM780 (PMMN4128B) Remote Speaker Mic
The RM780 pairs a large head and slim design with an extra-loud speaker, a coil cord, and a rocker volume control. It's UL TIA intrinsically safe, IP68 submersible, and has an orange emergency button and a rotating clip. It works with the APX N70, N70 XE, N50, and N30, as well as the MOTOTRBO R7 and ION.
Choose it if: you want a rugged, loud, easy-to-use speaker mic without the multi-mic noise suppression of the XVP line.
Motorola XVE500m (PMMN4172, PMMN4173) Remote Speaker Mic
The XVE500m is Motorola's speaker mic for extreme environments, listed on Motorola's APX N70 XE page for firefighters. Its dual HDR mics pick up a voice even when workers are shouting. Volume adjusts automatically so loud and soft talkers are both heard, and feedback suppression cuts the howl when radios are close together. The powerful speaker doubles as a Speaker As Mic (SAM) that filters wind and background noise.
There are three versions: PMMN4172 in high-impact green with a channel knob, PMMN4173 without a knob, and PMMN4173ABLK in black without a knob.
Choose it if: you work in fire and rescue or other loud, hazardous, high-stress settings.
Motorola WM800 (PMMN4158C) Wireless Speaker Mic
The WM800 is the cable-free option. It lets you carry your radio on your belt or in a vehicle and keep the mic on your shoulder, with no coil cord to snag. It's listed for the APX N70, N50, and N30, and it uses its own charger, the PMPN4653 dual-unit charger.
Choose it if: you want freedom of movement without a cord.
Headsets and Earpieces for the APX N70
For covert or quiet communications, Motorola also lists these N70 audio accessories:
- PMLN8085: heavy-duty behind-the-head headset with a noise-canceling boom mic
- PMLN8086: heavy-duty over-the-head headset with a noise-canceling boom mic
- PMLN8337: one-wire single earbud with earhook for the N30, N50, N70, R7, and ION
- PMLN8713: one-wire earbud with a removable earhook and a mic and PTT for the N70, N50, and N30
Speaker Mics to Double-Check
The PMMN4140 (RM760) is listed for the APX N50 and N30, and it's not on Motorola reseller lists for the N70. Some third-party "comparable" versions claim N70 fit, so confirm with us before ordering.
Which APX N70 Speaker Mic Should You Buy?
- Best audio and control: XVP750
- Best audio, simple controls: XVP730
- Loud and rugged for everyday use: RM780
- Fire and rescue: XVE500m
- No cable: WM800
Complete Your APX N70 Setup
A good mic works best with the right carry gear and a charged battery. See our APX N70 radio holsters and carry accessories, including the Motorola PMLN8371A classic holster, and shop all Motorola APX N70 batteries. Browse Motorola APX radios, batteries, and accessories for everything else your team needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my old APX speaker mic work with the N70?
Almost certainly not. The N70 uses a mini-GCAI connector that older APX mics don't have, so buy a mic listed for the N series.
What's the difference between the XVP750 and XVP730?
The XVP750 has a channel selector knob. The XVP730 doesn't. The audio and ratings are otherwise the same.
Which speaker mic is best for firefighters?
The XVE500m is built for extreme conditions and listed on Motorola's N70 XE page for firefighters.
Do I need to update my radio's firmware?
Resellers list APX N70 firmware R01.00.00 or later for the XVP mics. Check your radio before ordering.
Do these mics have an emergency button?
The XVP750, XVP730, and RM780 all include an orange emergency button.
Need Help Choosing?
Not sure which speaker mic fits your job? Contact the Battery Distributors team with your radio model and how you use it, and we'll point you to the right one.
Motorola APX N70 Speaker Mics: Every Compatible Option, Compared