Sordin Supreme Mil CC Slim & PTT - Before You Buy

Summary

The video script reviews the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim active hearing headset, highlighting its features, build quality, and comfort. It offers situational awareness and radio communication while selectively blocking hazardous sounds. The headset is rugged, with a slim design for shooting comfort, and has options for different setups including helmet compatibility. The NEXUS PTT is also discussed, being splash-proof and compatible with various radio pins. The review emphasizes the headset's long battery life, clear sound, and noise cancellation, making it a top choice for comfort and reliability.

Takeaways

• 🎧 The SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim is an active hearing headset designed for hearing protection, situational awareness, and radio communication.
• 🇸🇪 SORDIN is a Swedish company that was previously part of the MSA group, and has recently become an independent company again.
• 🛍️ The headset is available in two color options and various setup options, including a neckband, ARC rail helmet adapters, and a leather headband.
• 🔧 The headset is built to military standards, making it rugged and capable of withstanding extreme conditions, such as being submerged in salt water.
• 🔊 It features a slim cup design for comfortable cheek placement during shooting and has foam ear cushions for an excellent seal.
• 🔋 Powered by two AAA batteries with a battery compartment that prevents moisture entry but may be slightly difficult to access.
• 🔄 The headset includes a flexible style microphone and a Nexus connector, with options for right or left-sided microphone setups.
• 📡 The NEXUS PTT is splash-proof and built to MIL-STD standards, with a compact and rugged design and an easy-to-access transmission button.
• 🔉 The active hearing protection selectively blocks hazardous sounds while allowing normal or enhanced hearing of ambient sounds through adjustable volume levels.
• 🔌 The headset has a long battery life of approximately 600 hours and includes features like a low battery warning and an automatic shut-off function after 4 hours of inactivity.
• 🏆 The SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim stands out for its comfort, reliability, and clear sound quality, especially notable considering the company's 14-year hiatus from R&D.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset?

The SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset is designed to provide hearing protection, situational awareness, and radio communication capabilities simultaneously.

Why was SORDIN previously known as 'MSA SORDIN'?

SORDIN was part of the MSA group for over a decade, during which time they focused solely on production. The company has since become independent and is now simply referred to as 'SORDIN'.

What are the color options available for the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset?

The headset is available in two color options: black and a version with green cups.

Can the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset be mounted on a helmet?

Yes, the headset can be mounted on a helmet using either ARC rail helmet adapters or a leather headband that can be worn underneath a helmet.

What is the significance of the NEXUS PTT mentioned in the script?

The NEXUS PTT is a push-to-talk device that pairs with the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset, allowing for radio communication. It is available in different versions to accommodate various radio pins.

What are the different setup options for the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset?

The headset can be configured with a neckband, ARC rail helmet adapters, or a leather headband. The neckband version can also be mounted onto a helmet without damaging the headset.

How does the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset cater to left-handed users?

The headset offers a left-sided microphone option for left-handed users, ensuring comfort and ease of use for this group of people.

What is the SNR or signal-to-noise ratio of the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset?

The SNR of the headset is 26 decibels, which helps in enhancing the clarity of sound transmission and reception.

What is the estimated battery runtime of the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset?

The headset has an estimated battery runtime of 600 hours, which is nearly double that of other brands.

How does the SORDIN Supreme Mil CC Slim headset handle extreme conditions?

The headset is built according to military standards, making it rugged and capable of withstanding conditions such as being submerged up to 1 meter deep in salt water.

What are the key features of the NEXUS PTT mentioned in the script?

The NEXUS PTT is splash-proof, water-resistant, and built to MIL-STD 310 A, B, C, & D standards. It has a rugged casing, an easily accessible transmission button, and a metal clamp for secure attachment.