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Headphones

Sun Ray Pro Headphones .
150 ohms The higher the ohms the clearer the signals .
 
When not using the V3, I use the SunRay Pro Golds.....but I'm a little biased..........:devil:
 
I like Gray Ghost originals or Nugget Busters. Really seal out external noise with sharp clear signals. That said pretty much all of the higher end ones have similar characteristics and loyal users. The lower priced phones that I've used don't give have the clarity of signal the better ones do. Some think that the low end phones are fine and they're entitled to that opinion, but in my opinion, purchase a quality set and never look back.
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Look on the Rat phones website. I am not suggesting they are the best, but they have a portion of their site dedicated to explaining what makes a headphone a good headphone. I don't have Rats. I have a set of Killer Bees and 2 sets of Grey Ghosts, both underwater and surface. They are better, usually, than stock phones. If you have friends or a dealer who will let you test them, line up a bunch and go try them. I'd guess you'd come to the conclusion that they are all better than anyone's stock phones. There will be one set that appeals to you and thats the kind to get. Jim
 
Thanks for all the advice. I hadn't considered the SunRays, but after reading about them, I think they may be the way to go.
 
Hey, Jim! I've been doing some comparison between several brands, but I'm not sure what some of the specs mean. I'm heading to the Rats website now to learn more. Thanks for the tip!
 
You are on the right track staying away from the lower priced ones. I use Gray Ghost and like them better then some other "good" ones I've used, but all that have been mentioned thus far are good. HH jim tn
 
If they'll work on your detector, Radio Shack Cordless (I think they're about $39.00) BUT be sure you take along your detector and try them. No cord to tangle those nasty little bushes that reach out and grab your earphone wire, pulling your headphones off, making you use dirty language. :thumbdown:
Also 'cause they go behind you hear 'steada over, you can wear a big "Cooley hat or sombrero" and keep your noggin cool. Hey guys, I was in a hardware store the other day when right there at the input of the store, there was a pile of straw hats. Funny thing they had solar cells mounted on the brim and fans mounted on the front of the crown. What next? Long legged girls to do your digging for you?
I'm hep to that! :drinking:
 
I have both the Sun Ray Pro Golds and the Rat Max. I like both and they both work real well. Good luck to uou, Beale.
 
TN Girl...glad you piqued my interest again, Went to the Ratphone site and re-read all the technical stuff. It really does cut through the mystery of what makes a good headphone and what is hype. Once you read that you are in a stronger position to make your choice. Let us know what you get...Jim
 
Jim - Can you post the link to the Rats website (specifically the page with the tech info)? I wasn't able to find it. Thx!
 
I would suggest you try a few pairs for comfort though there's not many "head clamp" pairs in the more costly brands. If you wear glasses/sunglasses some designs suit better.
Also don't forget your not only trying to suit your hearing (you might have a degree of hearing loss in one ear which could tip you towards a pair with individual volume controls). Or you might want to work in noisy areas or near crashing surf so more sound insulation would be required.
Then the detector itself has to be considered. I've quite a few detectors and to get the best from each I need another type of headphone. Those in the picture include Killer B Optima's, Mole Superphones and Ravens (which are not for sale in the U.S.), homemade with extreme insulation and Grey Ghosts. If I had to pick it would be Killer B's or homemade.
 
Brian - Thanks for the tip about sunglasses. I hadn't considered that. So much to think about when you're new, but glad I have you guys to coach me. :)
 
Oooooh, my opinion, with any of the above pictured earphones, you won't hear the rattler, the bear, or Billy-Bob coming up behind you :yikes: Watch your Heine!
 
If you are worried about wildlife (we don't have any left !) Greyghost does the Rattler and Killer B's have their own version. One good quality earpiece leaving the other ear free to warn you whats going on.
 
Hunt with a friend. Choose your site and time of day wisely. Keep your head up and consciously look all around every now and then. I have Killer Bees that are made with just one headphone. That leaves the other ear 'open' for vermin. Pass up the urge to hunt a good site when you see Gang signs are prolific and theres a bunch of young men with bagging pants standing around the corner who should either be in school or working.
I live in Washington State. In the smaller towns that are farming towns, there's still lots of gang activity and just because the town is small and remote doesn't remove the threat. Hispanic gangs moving around with their families with the farm work. My daughter is a police officer in one of those small towns. There was an old park I wanted to hit and told her about it and she advised me not to as nobody would probably hurt me but intimidation, for their pleasure, and theft of my equipment was likely. If you are a 'girl' I know if you hailed a patrol car and asked the officers what they thought of you detecting a specific place, there's no dobut they would love to visit with you and would give you the straight scoop. My daughter surely would. Pull into the local police station and make contact with an officer. Not only will you get the correct information, you also have obtained permission.
There's gonna be lotsa manly posts following this that are going to talk about carrying a gun and all that chest beating. If you go take a complete course from a professional handgun instructor you'll learn how, when, and where you should consider discharging a weapon for your defens. If you don't do that training don't carry the handgun. (I was a reserve deputy sheriff for 27 years in a large metropolitan area. I think I know of what I speak.) You are wise and a good deal closer to being safe by recognizing and admiting your concern about ' Billy Bob'. Jim
 
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