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17-02-2023, 08:10
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#46
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Florida
Boat: Matlack, Trawler, 48 ft
Posts: 1,067
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
We use our cell phones bluetoothed to our headphones/hearing aids.
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17-02-2023, 08:26
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#47
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: On the Ocean
Boat: Lagoon 40
Posts: 273
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
I was a nay-sayer, and even made fun of people using them - but we bought a set of "Marriage Savers" on special at a boat show. Now I would not leave the dock without them! Especially good in windy conditions and at when on deck at night!
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17-02-2023, 08:57
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#48
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Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Canada
Boat: Jeanneau 51
Posts: 21
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
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Originally Posted by Tedd
Thanks to everyone for all the great comments!
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I have a set of the EarTecs and they have worked great for many years, are fully duplex, and are clear and crisp enough to provide a near flawless communication ability. The only quibble I have is that the batteries in mine discharge while not in use and must be removed to recharge them. (i.e. a first world problem.)
They would be better with batteries that don't discharge when not in use and could be charged via a USB connector. The manufacturer may have already addressed this in newer versions but I have not checked on that point.
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17-02-2023, 09:01
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#49
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: NJ
Boat: Mainship 390 Trawler, 39’
Posts: 16
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
Eartec Ultralight headsets are great. They are full duplex meaning no buttons to push and the dound quality is great, better than my iPhone 14 pro. The range is great, my boat is 40’ and there’s absolutely no issue, I believe the stated range is a couple hundred feet. They were rated best of all wireless headsets. My wife and I use them with our trawler, going thru locks and docking. While somewhat expensive, really top quality. Highly recommend
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17-02-2023, 09:04
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#50
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Los Angeles
Boat: Lagoon 42
Posts: 76
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
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Originally Posted by Tsuru
We use the EarTec headphones in your link and have found them to be a good reliable piece of kit. Like Mike, we use them less as time goes by but still find them useful.
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Do you use the double or single ear version?
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17-02-2023, 09:04
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#51
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: UK
Boat: Summer Twins 25
Posts: 754
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
A few of the guys I am working with at the moment use Peltor Radio Ear defenders, very very noisy where we are, but they can stand next to 2000hp engines at full throttle and calmly talk to each other. They may even be standing in different areas alongside different engines. Very impressive.
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17-02-2023, 09:11
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#52
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2020
Posts: 18
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
Love our eartek
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17-02-2023, 10:34
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#53
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Maryland, USA
Boat: 58' Sedan Bridge
Posts: 5,457
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
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Originally Posted by lo2jones
Two speaker headsets are not safe due to the inability to hear outside noises that indicate danger, or instructions or warnings from people on shore, other boats, etc.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flatswing
The Sena SP 10’s have open, non- occlusive earpieces. We found, absent conversation from the paired headset(s), no issues with conversation with dock staff, VHF radio etc. while wearing them.
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We haven't had any issues hearing around the SENA earpieces, either. Not an issue.
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17-02-2023, 10:47
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#54
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2020
Location: Poulsbo, WA
Boat: Back Cove 41
Posts: 1
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
We've used the Eartec Ultralite for years. They're called Marriage Savers around here (PNW) I added eyeglass lanyards so that if the headset falls off it hangs on my neck. Call Earthtec directly, they may have a special.
We had tried walkie-talkies with headsets, they were a nuisance. Bluetooth to a phone could be cumbersome too. The Eartecs are so easy, just turn them on and talk. Worth the investment!
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17-02-2023, 11:15
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#55
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Saint Augustine, FL
Boat: 2004 Hunter, 36'
Posts: 98
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
Yes they worked just fine on a 68 foot trawler from the bridge to the bow to the stern to the engine room. The are crystal clear and fit all sizes. I recommend them.
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17-02-2023, 12:29
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#56
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: Pensacola, Fl
Boat: Alubat, Cigale 16, 53’
Posts: 62
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
We use Eartech headsets. They're fabulous!
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17-02-2023, 12:58
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#57
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Cruising the southern coast of Portugal and Spain
Boat: Leopard 40
Posts: 761
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tedd
Has anyone tried two-way headsets on board, such as these ones? How have they worked out for you?
My wife and I both have some hearing loss and we have trouble communicating when we're on deck at opposite ends of the boat, especially when the engine is running. We use hand signals but it would be nice to be able to communicate verbally.
Yikes! I just saw the price of those Eartec headsets. A bit steep. Maybe just FRS radios with headsets and boom mics?
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We tried a two-way headset and my husband hated them. So we just yell at each other.
Maje
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17-02-2023, 13:23
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#58
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2020
Posts: 18
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
If I need headset to hear my wife at 35’, what makes you think I could hear someone yelling at 100’. Plus?
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17-02-2023, 14:45
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#59
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Johnson City, TN
Boat: Leopard 47PC, 47'
Posts: 10
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
We bought 3 of these. Typically just my wife and I aboard but occasionally have a third person.
Sena SPH10 Outdoor Sports Bluetooth Stereo Headset / Intercom ,
$160 each
Work very well. Gives us a chance to ‘talk’ instead of yelling. We really like them.
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17-02-2023, 16:46
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#60
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Batemans Bay, Oz
Boat: Lightwave 45
Posts: 32
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Re: Headsets for two-way communication?
We have recently received a pair of Milo communicators. https://www.okmilo.com
They were funded and developed as a Kick Starter project. It seemed to run 2+ years overdue. The end product is very slick, hands free, waterproof. You can wear it around your neck, wrist, attached to a PFD, any strap, belt or handlebars.
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