PELTOR ComTac XPI & PTT - Before You Buy

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An in depth review with demonstrations of the PELTOR ComTac XPI & PTT.
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The PELTOR ComTac XPI is an improved version of the ComTac XP (EU) aka the ComTac III (USA) . Here we'll fully go over both the headset and the different PTT solutions as well as cover their builds, features and improvements compared to the previous generation. Above that, we also provide a few demonstrations to give you a better idea of what this active hearing protection actually does in practice.
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@jens.bernhardt 4 жыл бұрын

Best Comtac review I have ever seen on YT 👌🏻

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you think so! I Viper

@arthurau6438 4 жыл бұрын

I once hear a joke from a manager of peltor, he said that the company once planned to sell these headsets to Southeast Asia (namely Thai and Cambodian military forces) but when they visited the place, they found out that the countries don't even provide earplugs for their soldiers, they have to use empty brass casings as ear pro

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Why doesn't that surprise me. 🤣 I Viper

@Greekmilsim 12 күн бұрын

What did you expect

@elliotlyhne3390 4 жыл бұрын

I would Really enjoy to see you guys make a video on hydration. Such as how many L I nees, how to counter them wobbling, hydration bladder vs hydration plate(SAPI sized) vs hydration backpacks.

@CookieShepsky 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the solid review, took me a while to find one!

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help you out on this! | Viper

@ibramguirguis 4 жыл бұрын

I trust this guy.

@arthurau6438 4 жыл бұрын

me2

@paulovitor9388 4 жыл бұрын

Same here

@therwbrman Ай бұрын

love these guys. your videos are always on point and you can tell your preparation (both of content and your handling how you speak to the camera) are very professional

@ReconBrothers Ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment, we do indeed put in a lot of hours before a video even gets filmed. 😀 We'll start producing new videos soon. 😉

@Ken-no5ip 2 жыл бұрын

My military unit uses these, theyre fantastic. Gives you superhearing and protects your ears

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, technology makes us superhuman. I Viper

@vincentwpisele6404 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, as always ! 👍🏻😎🎧🥾

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks ✌️ I Viper

@CombatArmsChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Solid review dude. Keeps up the dope content!

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! We'll keep going. 🤙 | Viper

@spikebribri3847 4 жыл бұрын

Love the vids, very helpful

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear! I Viper

@BEasy198031 2 жыл бұрын

You saved me a lot of money. Thanks!

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! 😉 I Viper

@Doc_Vega 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect video, I’m going to buy them 👍

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Good choice and thanks for watching. 🤙 I Viper

@bigbigmurphy 3 жыл бұрын

Was looking at Sordin and ComTac, most of my JTAC and operator friends suggested ComTac. Good video, keep up with the good work.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! FYI, we also have a review video about the Sordin Supreme Mil CC. So, you can make a more informed decision. | Viper

@harrylester2177 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very helpful 😊👍

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I Viper

@FlushTTI 4 жыл бұрын

You guys deserve more subs!

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🙏 You're not the only one saying that. 😅 I Viper

@hwjucal9365 4 жыл бұрын

Why we should trust the ReconBrothers? It's simple, they have both training and experience. I love your videos bro. Looking forward for more.

@antalgergo2699 4 жыл бұрын

Best source for no bullshit reliable advice and info

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that! I Viper

@chrisberry3048 4 жыл бұрын

I bought what I thought was this product. It looks exactly the same. But I cannot get the sound from the radio to come through. It is a copy. These genuine headsets are awesome. Another great vidro

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Damn, that sucks! I hope you haven't payed the amount they usually cost. Small tip: Next time, get them through us. We're not in the business of knock-offs. 😜 I Viper

@mr_hunter_1315 2 жыл бұрын

Very good review👍

@MitchellPhillips 2 жыл бұрын

so with these high-end headsets if I for example hear movement around me, will I hear which direction the sound is coming from?

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's one of the values for using these. I Viper

@DreadVill510 3 жыл бұрын

Solid review my guy.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 🤙 / Viper

@DreadVill510 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers 🍻

@mikehawkswollen5819 2 жыл бұрын

Great video 👍

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😎 | Viper

@blackoppsrage8470 4 жыл бұрын

good vid, appreciate it

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you liked it. I Viper

@jonlee5642 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video. It is active protection but they will protect your ears regardless of having power or not. The active noise filtering doesn't protect your ears. The headset insulation does

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Correct you are. Thanks for watching. | Viper

@tommielif 3 жыл бұрын

The bone conducting mic is really good in noisy enviroments, such next to a fighter jet 😁

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know! Thanks for the input. I Viper

@Ahmed901iraqi Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@ogsh33n68 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, if I want to be on Balance mode "Normal" what I need to do for using it ? There is a safe button when I left the menu for using the mode I choose ?

@samuelgomez1875 Жыл бұрын

Hello, is it normal for you to hear a sound like an open microphone when you turn on the headphones? if so, does this sound get louder when you turn up the headphone volume?

@SgtEaglefort 2 жыл бұрын

If I buy the neckband version, will I be able to attach it to a helmet setup? Or do I need the regular headband version?

@thorshardware4048 Жыл бұрын

I’m looking at a used set on XPI with a 14 pin plug any idea on adaptors for a baofang?

@0fficer47 3 жыл бұрын

HHV makes a MLok rail mount for headset like the peltors

@4rnnr_as 2 жыл бұрын

Good review, thank you for making this! I have been asking around and am getting conflicting answers. Specifically, I want to know if the headset plays incoming radio transmissions in both ears similar to a set of earbuds on my cellphone) or will the radio transmissions only come through one side? I understand the noise reduction/amplification is on both sides, but I am trying to figure out how radio messages work.

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

With standard models the radio input is on both sides too. Only with stereo headsets you can have two radios connected whereas each is seperated between the two ears. 🤙 | Viper

@4rnnr_as 2 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers Thank you for the FAST response!!!

@dalecarlia_jakt2519 2 жыл бұрын

Mine suck. Got some heavy swedish rain on me during hunting and they don't stop making a high pitch noise. Was not able to use my radio.

@OverdriveTech 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! How do these compare to the VI's and III's?

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

As said in the video the ComTac III is nothing else but the American version of the ComTac XP. The ComTac XPI has a remarkable amount of improvements compared to its predecessor as mentioned in the video. The ComTac VI's are equipped with some more tech like the NIB & MAP. The explanations of these can be found on our shop with that product: shop.reconbrothers.com/product/3m-peltor-comtac-vi-custom-sets/

@OverdriveTech 4 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers Thanks for the help! Damn, I must have horrible listening skills. Watched the review like 3 or 4 times and still missed the part about ComTac III's. Rewatched it just now and it was in the beginning. Will look around some more reviews and then probably buy the XPI's.

@napadaanlng69 2 жыл бұрын

Baofeng has also a headset similar model like those of peltor. I wonder if that baofeng can be mounted on the helmet.

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

No clue, honestly. 🤷‍♂️ We rather avoid such repro products, they've failed us over and over in the past. I Viper

@k.ashworthy 3 жыл бұрын

So I got this MT20H682FB-88 which has Stereo J11 connector. Which PTT should I buy in order to make it function with Baofeng UV-5R and Motorola radios? I'm totally new with this comm thing.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Just replied to your email. 🤘| Instinct

@williamfalWFT 4 жыл бұрын

Is it worth it getting the flexible microphone or is the dynamic fine?

@ReconBrothers 4 жыл бұрын

Personally we don't see a big advantage of getting the flexible one. The spec differences of both used to be different, but that's no longer the case anymore. So I would still go for the dynamic one. I Viper

@idomalion6167 2 жыл бұрын

It was very helpful. Is there a cheaper mid brand that can do the jobs necessary?

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately when it comes to headsets with microphones there're no "mid brands". It's either cheap crap or expensive reliable stuff. You can have a look at the Mil CC Slim from Sordin which is a bit cheaper than the ones from Peltor without giving in on quality. Here's a link to our shop with various brands, so you can have a look: shop.reconbrothers.com/body/comms/ | Viper

@idomalion6167 2 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers Thank you very much Sir, your video has been insightful , subscribed. Very good content. Best wishes from England.

@dr.lexwinter8604 8 ай бұрын

PLEASE protect your ears. We were issued 3M ear plugs, those little orange ones. I can't sleep at night my tinnitus is like a jet engine.

@votpavel 5 ай бұрын

im planning to get one of these, the cheap headsets have issues like their rubber became sticky over several years and battery compartment cover just snapped from cheap plastic i guess(i didnt abuse it or anything) The worst part is fitment as i started to notice my right ear was leeaking abit of sound through and over heavy serious loud sounds that would have damaged one of my ears without me even realizing it, so maybe gel cushion would work better idk

@ReconBrothers 4 ай бұрын

Yes, sadly there are no good cheap alternatives when it comes to these types of products and midrange headset (with boom mic) just doesn't exist. From what we know, you can't go wrong with PELTOR or SORDIN. Best stay away from the popular Ops-Core AMP, it has too many issues.

@votpavel 4 ай бұрын

@@ReconBrothers ok thanks for the tip

@NORxDRONExAT01 3 жыл бұрын

I am totaly new in this comms segment, but i am looking for a system where i can have 4 headsets that are connected to a central hub/radio. It is going to be used by 4 people in a car, and it would be preffered if it could use power from the car, to not need to recharge batteries. Anyone know anything about this kind of stuff? I would imagine it is similar to what pilots use.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

This goes beyond our field of knowledge. We do know that Invisio is a brand that makes such products for militaries, but I think it's not even possible to get them as a civilian. I Viper

@geezerp1982 3 жыл бұрын

i have noticed with the comtac with the volume tuned up you can hear some white nose is this normal ?

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

It's very minimal, but only happens in a closed environment. Once you have input of outside noises it's not noticeable. I Viper

@TwizzElishus 3 жыл бұрын

What is that fabric you have attached to your headset? And how did you attach it?

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

It's called Gearskin which is a pretty cool product and these are pre-cuts specially made for the Peltor ComTac. We also sell them through: shop.reconbrothers.com/product/gearskin-lazzer-peltor-comtac-camouflage-pre-cut/ | Viper

@TwizzElishus 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers Very nice. I'm interested in getting a pair of comtacs but I'm a bit unsure about the size. I recently tried a pair of sordin supreme pro-x but they were a bit too small for my head even when fully extended. Since you have videos on both sordins(albeit Mil CC) and comtacs, I was wondering if you could give me some info on the size of the headband as info on them is lacking on other sites.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

@@TwizzElishus When it comes to sizing you will be best with the Sordin. Because a Peltor has even less extension on its bridge. Another option is to go for a neckband with Sordin. Those are pretty good as well, but as for the size I can't tell by heart whether it's more than a headband one. A helmet mounted setup is another option which will probably fit best, since it's as wide as the helmet itself, but you do need a helmet then. Did you fit a Sordin or a MSA Sordin? Since MSA is still an old system. | Viper

@TwizzElishus 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers A new pair of Sordins (non-MSA). Yeah I guess my best option is helmet mounted if I want to use comtacs that is.

@stanley7732 2 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to completly remove the radio connection wire at the back ?

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

No, it is build-in. You can simply strap it together, put the cable through a headband if you use a textile one or fix it onto your helmet if you've mounted it onto a helmet. | Viper

@stanley7732 2 жыл бұрын

All right, thanks for the fast answer ! I really appreciate ! 👍

@304aft6 3 жыл бұрын

What's your opinion about peltor sporttac?

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

Can't tell, haven't used it. I Viper

@luischavez1701 Ай бұрын

Will the PTT work with an ASIP radio?

@ReconBrothers Ай бұрын

It depends on what type of connector pin this radio has.

@bashmac82 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, do You have 3M™ PELTOR™ MT73/1 MICROPHONE UPGRADE KIT FOR RIGHT DOMINANT SHOOTERS (EU wiring) in Antwerpen?

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, this gets shipped from the stock in Germany, but if you want we can quickly check if this is available for imidiate delivery. | Viper

@bashmac82 2 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers need 4pcs sets for the first order shipped to DE address! Could You please also tell the price for the sets of Y-cable and microphone (I mean without other components of this kit) Could You please also tell the price for Y-cables only? Does it come with microphone, 80mm cable UU008163634 MT73/1 OR microphone, 140mm cable MT73-05/1 ? What is the best price for Ukraine clients? Hope You understand. Thank You!

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

@@bashmac82 Please send us an e-mail via shop@reconbrothers.com for your further questions & pricings.

@bashmac82 2 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers done, and hope for Your help ASAP! Thx!

@mikegut8029 3 жыл бұрын

How are these vs the walkers razor slim?

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

We don't have any experience with the Walkers. But going from their price tag the difference will certainly be huge. They might be enough for your needs though. I Viper

@amoulet69 2 жыл бұрын

Best for Non-Comms use? Only range? Comtac XPi vs Sordin Supreme Pro-X??? Thank you.

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Personally we prefer Sordin for the comfort, battery life & the fact that you cannot lose any parts. Peltor would be slightly better for the noise reduction level & easy of battery change. | Viper

@amoulet69 2 жыл бұрын

@@ReconBrothers Lose parts? What parts can it lose? Thank you.

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

@@amoulet69 The windscreens for the mics and the battery caps. | Viper

@hamoodalazri1473 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dear, Can we use this headset with F-16 fighter aircraft?

@ReconBrothers 2 жыл бұрын

Peltor makes headsets specifically for aircrafts, so I don't think these are suited. However we never asked them so we could be wrong. I Instinct

@l85a1rt4 3 жыл бұрын

Hey. is it possible to swap microphone side ? im lefty ...... :D

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

No, but it's possible to convert it into a left dominant version. For this you need to buy a standard ComTac XPI without a microphone and get this additional upgrade kit: shop.reconbrothers.com/product/3m-peltor-microphone-upgrade-kit-for-right-left-dominant-custom/ | Viper

@AK--yx7vj 3 жыл бұрын

a howard light headset can do the same and cost only 40 usd, with some gel ear-ring plugs its perfect comfortable, infill the plastic ear conatiners with a formed foam inlay and youa re good to go.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

I've never seen a Howard Leight headset with a mic and download for a radio comm setup. Normally they're only made to serve as active hearing protection. Aside that, I'm pretty sure that a Howard Leight won't be as durable as a PELTOR. I Viper

@ompenarnie 3 жыл бұрын

The audio quality on Howard Leight is not even close to Peltor.

@francism9782 2 жыл бұрын

I've owned a few Howards and, while I always have one or two on hand to give to buddies on the range that forget their ears, I would definitely want something with better audio quality if things were getting serious.

@AK--yx7vj 2 жыл бұрын

@@francism9782 i tested now some peltors and the difference is huge^^ so i take everything back that i sayed

@francism9782 2 жыл бұрын

@@AK--yx7vj it's all good. Back when I started shooting, i felt the Howards were awesome compared to the standard earplugs (still do). Took a lot of time to save up those pennies and build up the courage to jump into the deep end and now I just can't go back. Fast forward a decade and I'm now buying 3rd generation NV and my wallet has hated me since. 😅

@svendavison 3 жыл бұрын

Saw a guy using these for shooting airsoft. Seemed a bit much but perhaps he's training to be an operator.

@ReconBrothers 3 жыл бұрын

For airsoft gas guns I'd say it can be necessary especially with indoor shots. Also for the explosions happening in airsoft fields it prevents you from getting hearing loss. Plus the comm capabilities come in very handy due to it being an all in one product. Outside these things I wouldn't call it usefull for airsoft purposes. | Viper