The Peltor Sport Tactical 500 is a smart electronic hearing protector that effectively prevents permanent damage to hearing. It's incredibly durable, and a great step up from the cheaper options. Here's a hands-on review.
FYI, prices and ratings are accurate as of time of writing.
Peltor Sport Tactical 500 Smart Electronic Hearing Protector for Shooting and Hunting
Highlight: Enhanced voice tracking and better speech clarity.
Helpful review: I shoot professionally and I needed electronic ear protectors just before a major international marksmanship competition when my last ones failed. I found these on Amazon and decided to buy them after reading several reviews that sounded pretty good. The convenience of buying from Amazon honestly outweighed any savings from other retailers.
As for the Peltor's performance, there were mentions of hissing in earlier reviews, but mine worked flawlessly, no hissing at all. The sound quality is just excellent, and at full volume, they function almost like hearing aids, amplifying sounds I wouldn't normally hear. I really like that.
My only gripe is that the battery status isn't clear, and the on and off switches are easily bumped, which sometimes turns them on when they’re stored away. Fortunately, bringing spare batteries solved any issues with power during the competition.
These protectors are fantastic in a lot of ways. They fit behind the head, which is great for wearing headgear, which is super important in my competitions. They don't interfere with the rifle's buttstock, which is a definite for modern military firearms.
Although I haven't tried them with a combat helmet, I suspect they'd fit well. Regarding sweat, I’m not sure. It was freezing during my competition (like ten to fifteen degrees with icy winds), so that meant sweating wasn't an issue. They did double as ear muffs against the cold which was a nice perk though.
Am I satisfied? Absolutely. Yep. My fellow competitors were impressed, too, especially with the behind the head design compared to their older over-the-head models. They were even more impressed when they heard about the reasonable price and quick delivery from Amazon. It really was that that did it for me. The price was great and the swift delivery service from Amazon added to the overall positive experience. These hearing protectors not only offer excellent hearing protection but also enhance situational awareness, making them a valuable tool for any shooter or hunter. You really do need them
ONE FINAL NOTE:
shooters often need compact, powerful zoom binoculars that fit into an ammo pouch, so Amazon, you might consider pairing them with the Peltors on your site. The Peltor Sport is a great investment. If you're in the market for reliable electronic hearing protectors, then these are a solid choice. The durability combined with the clear sound quality, and practical design make it stand out from cheaper alternatives. Overall, really can't recommend these enough. Thanks, Peltor, for an excellent product at a great price. And thank you, Amazon, for the always quality service and super fast delivery speeds! — Noah O. Thompson
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