Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic Earpro

[esrice]

So its time to replace my current electronic earpro.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...-review_radians_proamp_electronic_earpro.html

They've served me well for 4 years now. They still work, and I'll probably keep them for backup/guest duty, but the headband is starting to come apart and the electronics have started to become somewhat spotty and not 100% reliable.

My first thought was to go top-of-the-line with some Sordins. But I still can't quite justify their $250 price tag.

I know several of the guys I shoot with use the Howard Leight Impact Sports. They are actually less expensive than my current Radians, but I've heard good reports. I like that they are slim and come in basic green.

Howard Leight | Impact Sport

For those that already run these-- how do you change the batteries? What kind of batteries do they take?

 

[Gabriel]

 

[Fishersjohn48]

I haven't had to replace mine yet after over 2 years. I carry 2 aaa just in case. I do remember that they were easy to install. I'll run out to my truck and grab them to explain better.

 

[cedartop]

Evan, I like this set of muffs and it is what I use. I see quite a lot of them. They are some of the slimmest out there and almost work with rifles.

They take two AAA batteries. You slide up a textured black piece to gain access to the battery compartment.

 

[shooter521]

I've been using the Peltor Tac Sports for several years, and I've got akaindy and GunInfected1 running them now, as well. They offer better comfort and performance over the TAC-6S, with less bulk and a lower price than the ComTacs.

I've heard mixed reviews on the Howard Leight product.

 

[Fishersjohn48]

No screws to loose. Takes all of thirty seconds. I've tried a couple including the Radians and prefer the fit, comfort, functionality, and price of the HL. Like any muff they do great at keeping the ears warm in the winter but do get hot in the summer.

 

[Hoosier45]

I've been using mine for 2 years. No complaints. Good muffs for the $.

 

[Fishersjohn48]

 

[esrice]

They take two AAA batteries. You slide up a textured black piece to gain access to the battery compartment.

That's good to hear. I was hoping it was a common battery, and that they could be accessed from the outside.

I've been using the Peltor Tac Sports for several years, and I've got akaindy and GunInfected1 running them now

You can add lovemywoods to that list.

I like them, but I'm not sure if they're worth double the price of the HLs (assuming I like the HLs).

 

[esrice]

Guys thanks for the reviews on these.

I went ahead and ordered them at Amazon.com. $46 shipped.

Full review to come at a later date!

 

[jd4320t]

I've been happy with mine so far. I think I'd like to try something with a headband in the back sometime to see if I like it better.

 

[Randall]

These where the first electronic hearing protection that I have used so my experance is limited but I have had good luck with them so far easy to change the batteries and nice and slim.

 

[jsx1043]

I'm in the market as well. My research and budget has been pointing me toward the Lightning Sport muffs too.

 

[samrothstein01]

Guys thanks for the reviews on these.

I went ahead and ordered them at Amazon.com. $46 shipped.

Full review to come at a later date!

I don't think you will be disappointed. These are what I have run for a few years now, and love them. I see no reason to change to a more expensive pair. They amplify well, protect well, are comfortable, and the slim profile is fantastic. Not having to remove the ear muff/foam etc for battery change is a super bonus.

I will be anxious to see if you have the same impressions.

 

[Sailor]

The metal in the headband snapped in mine within a year. I have not tried a repair yet. I don't have a huge head either.

I won't be buying them again.

 

[Car Ramrod]

Guys thanks for the reviews on these.

I went ahead and ordered them at Amazon.com. $46 shipped.

Full review to come at a later date!

I have been thinking about picking up a pair of these as well. Definitely let us know what you think.

 

[DialTone301]

I have used mine for a couple of years and haven't had any problems. I think I have replaced the batteries once.

 

[rhino]

Over the years I went through two pairs of Dillon (then made by Radian), a set of Peltor, another Radian, and now the Howard Leight.

The Peltors sucked. I could barely hear anything and when I had them, I had exceptional hearing.

I'd rate the performance of the Radians about the same as the Howard Leight, but the Leights were less expensive and seem to be more resistant to rain (which is what destroyed my Dillons). Batteries seem to last longer, but I've not done any deliberate testing.

The only downside to the Leights is that they commercially available earmuff "sweats" don't fit them very well.

 

[cTEKs]

Howard Leight | Impact Sport

Own them and no real complaints here. I do wish the cushions were a little softer. Low cost, work well and folding saves space in the bag.

 

[IndyBeerman]

Guys thanks for the reviews on these.

I went ahead and ordered them at Amazon.com. $46 shipped.

Full review to come at a later date!

Bought mine back in late Oct for 32.99 w/free shipping. Fell into a great deal that was being ran through Amazon.

Amazon has been my go to place, really nice since most of it comes out of the Plainfield warehouse and I have in a day or two with the freebie shipping.

You'll like them very much.