What you're describing is the discharge curve for any alkaline chemistry
battery. Their voltage begins to decay immediately upon use. NiMH batteries
have a much flatter curve over the life of a charge cycle.
I recommend these or Eneloops.
https://www.amazon.com/Powerex-MHRAA4-2700mAh-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00A9KTPY873,
John AE5X
https://ae5x.blogspot.com>* I am surprised with how fast the battery voltage is dropping as indicated by the KX-3 display.*
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