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Which Tactical EarPiece should I select is the most common question we receive at Tactical EarPiece. The choice is really up to the individual based on performance, necessity, comfort, and economics.
We pride ourselves in providing many solutions at a range of price points to allow for individual officers to acquire the equipment they need to protect themselves in the field, and for departments to allocate funds to equip their field teams. The question of which Tactical Series you choose is up to the individual. We just want to make sure you have "the silent support option" to keep your communications secure and our officers protected.
A short description of the series will follow to help you in your decision on upgrading to a Tactical Earpiece.
We have 7 Series of EarPieces:
- "Alpha" Series- Our most popular Series with an UltraLight design, The "Alpha" Series can be worn for extended periods of time and is extremely comfortable and flexible. Unequaled in terms of sound quality. A pass through Tactical Earmold allows sound to pass on both sides and negates blind audio areas. This EarPiece can be paired with a single or 2 wire application.
- "Bravo" Series - Our heavy duty design. designed with Fire Teams in mind and Extreme duty officers. The "Bravo" Series is more rigid and heat tested. "Bravo" Series Earpieces have the same sound quality as the "Alpha" engineering. A pass through Tactical Earmold allows sound to pass on both sides and negates blind audio areas. This EarPiece can be paired with a single or 2 wire application.
- "Charlie" Series - Our latest Earpiece in the area of transmit and receive budget sensitive units. A great entry level EarPiece to get you standard protection over an exposed shoulder mike. Sound quality is just below the "Alpha" Series, but still a step up from the standard hollow coil units. Purchasing a Tactical Earmold will allow the pass through hearing of our upper level models.
- "Delta" Series - Our option for minimal movement teams, like sniper and low impact field teams. Uses jawbone to conduct sound through earpiece The "Delta" Series is suggested for use with teams who do not want to flag hand mike or lapel movement. Sound quality is just below the "Alpha" Series, but still a step up from the standard hollow coil units.
- "Echo" Series - Our commercial class Earpiece. Typically used for restaurants, hotels, hospitals, or grocery stores. Dependable and comparably priced units to fit your needs. This EarPiece can be paired with a single or 2 wire application.
- "Foxtrot" Series - Our secondary option for minimal movement teams, like sniper and low impact field teams. throat mic and ring ptt add a minimal movement and communication profile and allow for clear communication in all covert operational exercises. The "Foxtrot" Series is suggested for use with teams who do not want to flag hand mike or lapel movement. Sound quality is just below the "Alpha" Series, but still a step up from the standard hollow coil units.
- "Sierra" Series - Our headset with boom communication set. Best suited for large vehicle communication where using noise canceling microphone allows for maximum comprehensions of instructions in loud scenarios. The headset allows for maximum hearing protection as well from large arms fire or riot control scenarios. Best suited for helo, armored vehicle, riot, or any other scenario where loud noise can be an obstacle for operations.
Our next biggest question is what size plug do i need 3.5mm or 2.5mm?
The best way to know the size of plug you need for your radio or accessory if you are unsure is to take any ipod/mp3 player headphones and try and plug them into the radio or mic. If they fit you need a 3.5mm threaded if it is too big then you need the 2.5mm smooth plug.
We hope this explanation helps you to better understand our product line, and if you have any questions please email us directly for advice on your radio types or field needs at info@tacticalearpiece.com .
