Fatal Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 I currently have a Motorola Saber 2 radio with a 6 pin plug. I want to purchase a MSA Sordin style or Peltor Comtac style headset. I have no idea if this will work or not, what connectors am I going to need to get or if this is even possible. Here is my connector for my radio I know I posted something similar to this earlier but I am selling that headset. Link to post Share on other sites
Renalan Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 You will most likely have to have a custom PTT made; just about every PTT I have seen for these headsets are for the MBITR. http://www.tacticalcommand.com/indexa.html Be warned, these do not come cheap, at all. Expect to shell out over $250. Another source that might be able accommodate you is http://www.talkingheadsets.co.uk/; they quoted me about 75 quid for a PTT for my Icom. I ended up buying a Cavalvy headset for use in games; $150-300 is a very steep price for being able to hear everything out of the ear you get comms in. Edit: Looks like you're in luck; the 6-pin plug is the one they are commonly wired for. I've seen the PTTs go for ~100-150 and they're usually easy to find. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 you can also try botach.com, they have the cable you need to connect to a saber radio if your using peltor comtacs, but for some reason this cable costs more than the others and only for this radio. the tacticalcommands website is a good website and like said b4 they can help you very well. basically you'll need your headset, a boom mic, a ptt assembly, and a y cable if your using peltor and if your doing it from scratch. best thing to do is buy a headset that is already hardwired and comes with a mic, ebay is the best place to look, and then just get a seperate ptt and your good to go. hope this all helps. Link to post Share on other sites
Jorge14 Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 is a ptt required to hear out of comtacs/sordins? I plan on buying a pair but not getting a PTT for a while because I can't afford it and comms aren't used much at my field, will I still be able to hear out them clearly? Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 no...you can hear perfectly well w/o the ptt. a good pair online can cost you anything from 100-225 depending on what you get and if its a buy it now or bid item. also of course second hand used ones are just as good if they've been maintained, but absolutely you'll be able to hear out of them if you just have the headset itself. right now i have a pair of comtac I's that i was gonna sell but am thinking about it only cuz i use them when i go shooting and wanted to get the comtac II's but have to wait for now. Link to post Share on other sites
Jorge14 Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 I've heard bad stuff about the comtac I's but that the II's solved a lot of the problems. As for me I'm getting sordins. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 sordins are the way to go, i've got the comtac I's and so far haven't had any problems and have had the comtac II's. the only thing i really like bout the comtac II's is the batteries are placed on both sides and are water tight, with the I's the battery compartment door seems like it would come off over time or with stress. haven't used the sordins but im definately gonna get a pair...hey, anyone interested in a pair of comtac II's??? Link to post Share on other sites
Fatal Posted August 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 sordins are the way to go, i've got the comtac I's and so far haven't had any problems and have had the comtac II's. the only thing i really like bout the comtac II's is the batteries are placed on both sides and are water tight, with the I's the battery compartment door seems like it would come off over time or with stress. haven't used the sordins but im definately gonna get a pair...hey, anyone interested in a pair of comtac II's??? How much... Link to post Share on other sites
Fatal Posted August 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 I have decided to go with the MSA Sordin's does anyone know of a good site, maybe good price too? Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 I have decided to go with the MSA Sordin's does anyone know of a good site, maybe good price too? botach.com has them for about a good 228 w/shipping and tax. Link to post Share on other sites
master_titled Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 botach is shady... Link to post Share on other sites
vbtb110 Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 Yeah, botach = scamz, avoid them at all costs. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 botach shady??...really? ...never had any problems, but then again only been about twice and i'm just one person. other than that place i'd say either ebay or any good retailer like talkingheadsets would be a good place to get em. Link to post Share on other sites
deepsix Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 here you go: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=108404036 MSA Sordin, with Nexus PTT with adapter to headset, wired for Icom. Bidding starts at $200. Just ditch the radio to cover some cost, and pick up a GMRS/FRS Icom and your set. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 nice find deepsix..i completely forgot about the beauty of gunbroker.com Link to post Share on other sites
ardrummer292 Posted August 28, 2008 Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 I picked up my Supreme Pro-X pair at CSUK.US. Good stuff. Link to post Share on other sites
Fatal Posted August 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 Are they reliable or not so much? Because some jerk bought those gunbroker ones 2 hours before me in the store. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 29, 2008 Report Share Posted August 29, 2008 I picked up my Supreme Pro-X pair at CSUK.US. Good stuff. got any pics? hey fatal, wat was the final price for those on gunbroker? Link to post Share on other sites
Fatal Posted August 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2008 They sold them in their store, I offered them 150. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted August 29, 2008 Report Share Posted August 29, 2008 dam..hey anyone know if there's a thread strictly dedicated to comms?? Link to post Share on other sites
schneiderboy Posted September 14, 2008 Report Share Posted September 14, 2008 dam..hey anyone know if there's a thread strictly dedicated to comms?? Lets use this one. Guys, I got some questions: 1. I kinda like the idea of hearing more than normal, but can you still recognise(spelling?) where the noise comes from?. 2. I would like to buy this peltorklick me, but is the boom mic included? 3. I know that I need a ptt adapter, but I dont know which one. I ve got a devgru swimmer headset with multi connector, if it helps? Hope somebody can help me Cheers Daniel Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted September 14, 2008 Report Share Posted September 14, 2008 hey daniel, i agree this should be the official comms thread, i'll see if we can get the title changed. and as to your questions, i'll see what i can look up for you unless someone beats me to it first =) Link to post Share on other sites
Wrench Bender Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 Lets use this one. Guys, I got some questions: 1. I kinda like the idea of hearing more than normal, but can you still recognise(spelling?) where the noise comes from?. 2. I would like to buy this peltorklick me, but is the boom mic included? 3. I know that I need a ptt adapter, but I dont know which one. I ve got a devgru swimmer headset with multi connector, if it helps? Hope somebody can help me Cheers Daniel 1) The sound amplification is directional. You pick up noises best in the direction you are looking. I have stopped using mine for outside play due to this fact. I could not hear my battle buddy moving behind me which in and of itself is not bad... but then I would not be able to hear anyone take him out either. 2) I believe the mic is included but nothing else. 3) Your best bet is to purchase one that is made for the radio you intend to use. Peltor offers ptt's for most of the popular radios out there. Keep in mind any that use the Saber connector will run you more. I guess they have a little bit of unobtanium in them. Link to post Share on other sites
pforcerecon Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 in regards to #1 like wrench bender said, all depends on which direction your looking towards. some people who have peltors i've seen them wear them backwards, which i would assume of course helps in hearing more behind them (obviously). and with #3, there are many manufacturers out there that will be willing to help you out configuring your setup and can tell you what you need to go with what radio and what not. and with #2 the boom mic is not included, its just show for reference. you have to buy it seperately which is $100 Link to post Share on other sites
schneiderboy Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 Thank you for the information guys! You deserve some swiss chocolate I think the costs for a fully working peltor for me would be minimum 500usd, I really think twice. I m normally the sneaking kind of player, sneak around the whole field and pick lonely enemys, also using shoot and scoot tactics. The main factor for me would be the increased hearing capability. I did search on ebay, also for sordins since everyone seems to like them more than peltors, and I found a "fully" equiped Ranger sordin, which is fvcking pricy. BUT if its worth it, I would go for it. Can any of you recomend it? Like I said, I m very intrested in the hearing stuff, so how much does it really "upgrade" your ears? I am not expecting to unterstand somebody whispering over 30m. Here is a picture of the connector, if it helps: Cheers Daniel please excuse me for the english and gramatical faults, long time ago since I was in school. Link to post Share on other sites
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