Vail Basic

Full-featured CW practice adapter with audio output and a 3D-printed case. Handles everything most operators need for computer-based Morse code.

Starts at $24.99 Assembled · bulk pricing at the official store

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The Vail Basic connects to your computer via USB-C and works as both a keyboard and a MIDI device. Plug in your key or paddle, and it handles the keying for you — works with vailmorse.com, VBand, and other web-based CW tools right out of the box.

It has a built-in buzzer for sidetone and a 3.5mm audio output jack if you'd rather use headphones or an external speaker. The case is 3D-printed and holds up well on a desk.

What's Included

Features

✓ USB-C connection with custom PCB
✓ 3.5mm jacks: key input & audio output
✓ Piezo buzzer + headphone jack output
✓ USB HID keyboard & MIDI modes
✓ Durable 3D-printed enclosure
✓ Compatible with Button Hat add-on
✓ Works with Vail Zoomer (video calls)
✗ No radio output or capacitive touch keying

Good Fit If You...

→ Want a solid all-around CW adapter
→ Practice with headphones or speakers
→ Use vailmorse.com, VBand, or other web tools
→ Want a durable desk setup
→ Don't need to key a radio directly

Need radio output?

The Vail Advanced has everything the Basic does, plus radio keying output and built-in capacitive touch pads.

Where to Buy

The Vail Basic starts at $24.99, with lower per-unit pricing on multi-unit orders. Purchasing is handled through the project's official store.

Official Store

shop.ke9bos.com

Operated by Brett (KE9BOS), the Vail Adapter project's maintainer and main contributor. Vail Adapter is open source, so other resellers may exist — shop.ke9bos.com is the maintainer's official store. Bulk pricing and full checkout are available there.

Buy at shop.ke9bos.com →

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