Peltor 97044 Tactical 6S Active Volume Hearing Protector

by Peltor

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Favored by law enforcement, military, and shooters across the globe, the Peltor Tactical 6-S active volume hearing protector features an outstanding noise reduction rating of 19 dBA. Assisted by an electronic vent, the hearing protector will reduce hazardous impulse noises from firearms to harmless levels within 5 milliseconds. By localizing weak sounds and attenuating impulse sounds, it saves you from having to scan the entire horizon every time someone shouts your name. It also features stereo-simulated sound reproduction for real-life directional sound at a lower volume. This hearing protector has easy-to-use volume control and a padded stainless steel headband for comfort. The 6-S is also equipped with a separate microphone, receiver, amplifier and volume control in each cup. It is powered by four 1-1/2-volt, long-life AAA batteries for more than 200 hours of service.

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The Peltor® Tactical 6S hearing protector muff blends comfort, performance, and protection with electronics that limit amplified sounds to 82 dBA within 5 milliseconds. An active-volume system provides distortion-free amplication of low-level sounds up to 19 dBA. The folding design includes independent volume controls in each cup.

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• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 4.7 x 2.9 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009363P
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 97044
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,258 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars should have had them sooner..., August 5, 2005

By	Vastine S. Steubing - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Peltor 97044 Tactical 6S Active Volume Hearing Protector (Tools & Hardware)

The "Peltor Tactical 6-s is everything I hoped for.They allow me to shoot at the range with no damaging noise, and still hear the range officer, or conversations near me.

Also I found that when using a noisy folding machine at work the sound is muted and barely audible. But I can still hear the telephone or someone speaking.

I love 'em

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent gear for the price, March 13, 2007

By	N. Anderson - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Peltor 97044 Tactical 6S Active Volume Hearing Protector (Tools & Hardware)

I am an Army MP officer stationed in Iraq. In the 3 weeks since I got these muffs I have used them on a couple of small arms ranges, in a CQB live fire exercise, and on several tactical ground and air movements. So far, they have performed as advertised. Very comfortable, fit great under the helmet, the mics work beautifully. Light weight, easy to store and carry (I usually loop them thru the strap on the non-firing shoulder of my IBA), and appear to be holding up nicely. Sturdy, user-friendly design, good protection, overall excellent value for the price. I am happy with them.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not for long term use, December 4, 2006

By	J. C. Martin (Thorn Hill, TN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Peltor 97044 Tactical 6S Active Volume Hearing Protector (Tools & Hardware)

These muffs work great for shooting and other short term uses. The electronics work well, allowing you to hear conversations and other low volume sounds while blocking loud noises. The spring steel headband holds the earpieces tightly, perhaps too tightly. After wearing them for a day of working with a chain saw it felt like I had had my head in a vice. I tried them again a week later with the same resulting headache. I don't use them now for anything that requires more than about 15 minutes of continuous wear.