I've tried several bluetooth enabled ski helmets and they all had one critical problem, they weren't loud enough. Are these As loud as wired?
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Not sure how loud you need them to be but I have used them on a pretty low setting and they were plenty loud enough to hear while skiing. (with lots of room to increase the volume) also, even though not specifically mentioned in the description, they come with a wire to allow for use as a wired speaker.
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I can tell you that I have had several audio kits in my helmet both wired and wireless. This is the first setup where the full volume hurts my ears. I like my music very loud. On top of that my phone has a notoriously low audio output volume. I'm confident saying that volume isn't an issue. I'm curious if the people complaining about the volume all share the same phone model and that is the issue. FYI: I have the tmobile Z1s.
980003
I use these for riding dirt bikes in the woods, and we attach them to our backpacks with no headsets. They are good for making sure everybody in your party doesn't get lost taking a wrong turn when stopped. That's it. You can not really use these to speak between street bike riders with headsets attached. For that purpose I use helmet units that have the speakers in the helmet. Look at Scala or Sena if that is what your after. Yes, they are more expensive, but you will only be frustrated trying to make these work for that purpose.
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Yes, it is I have a HJC IS-MAX BT Modular helmet. The kit comes with velcro or double sided tape pieces that you use to attach the speakers, main unit and battery to the helmet. When you pop off the inside cushions of the helmet you can hide the wires so nothing sticks out. When you look at my helmet you only see the main unit. If you have a HJC helmet with a Bluetooth connection port then they make specific Bluetooth headsets for that helmet. If you have an older style helmet it is still very easy to install everything. One thing I haven't used yet is the mic, I really don't ride and talk just listen to music.
664606
That actually varies a lot on the output of the phone. On my HTC One I can't get any louder than 75% without it being deafening, because they are REALLY loud. On my Macbook I can't exceed 50% because it's even louder. Overall, volume should not be an issue as these are very loud headphones.
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Well, when on the trailer at my house, the whole neighborhood can hear them. They are pointed in on my boat, and can be heard when we are on plane within the boat. I haven't been pulled, so I don't know if a skier can hear them.
1102706
As others have said, not really. The Smith ski/snowboard helments have zippered pockets in the ear flaps to hold the headphones and an opening for the wire to be routed in/out. You'd have to come up with something similar of your own to mount them on a non-Smith helmet.
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You have 2 options: The SENA SC A0120 Plug In Cord is one option and it will work. Or, if you still want Bluetooth you have to purchase the Sena SM10-01 SM10 Dual Stream Bluetooth Stereo Transmitter. You mount it on your bike and plug into bike connection. The difference is; you will have no cords connecting to your helmet. It will work thru the blue tooth connection.
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Hi Kent, I no longer have it as it was stolen together with my backpack. I never wear it inside a helmet so I can't comment. But I never replace it because, like what others said, with the cable, I might as well use a regular wired headset. It doesn't give me the convenient of a wireless headset.
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Hello Mario, Thank you for your inquiry. You will be able to install the Noise-Cancelling Motorcycle Helmet Bluetooth Headsets on a LS2 Full Face helmet. Sincerely, Accessory Genie Customer Service
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I think the sound quality is super and when wearing them I cannot hear any outside sounds. The buttons for increase sound does not work with my device. I would actually prefer that this was not on them. Hope this helps
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I highly suggest these. Logitech G230 Stereo Gaming HeadsetThe TekNmotion ones don't leave enough space for the ears horizontally. The pads are comfortable but small. In the ones I mentioned above the pads are much larger, breath easier and are just as light if not more so. The sound quality is nearly the same. The TekNmotion ones have slightly more bass but not enough to matter in the long run.
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another Bluetooth kit (This is the one I installed in mine): Keisound(TM) 1 Sets X Weatherproof 800m GPS Bluetooth Motorcycle Intercom 3 Riders for Helmet Headset Ski/ATV with Streaming Wireless Music A2DP-(F02-800-S)
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Under Bluetooth the sound is okay. It has decent bass. It's not super bass but it's good enough for me! It's way louder when using the wire instead of Bluetooth though. So they're loud but only when wired. Hope that answers your question.
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This unit gives your helmet wireless (bluetooth) capabilities. It doesn't really give you a way to plug into your existing (nonbluetooth system). To get that capability you would have to add the SM10-01 ( http://www.amazon.com/Sena-SM10-01-Stream-Bluetooth-Transmitter/dp/B0087NB53S/ref=sr_1_11?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1374495750&sr=1-11&keywords=sena ) which would allow you to turn your bikes current system into a bluetooth connectable source. You would need both the headset and transmitter to be completely wireless. It is a bit expensive, but if you do a lot of riding could be worth it. You could also look at the SMH5 headset to cut the cost. They are a bit smaller, but have shorter battery life.
2020735
In the country usually between a half mile and a mile it will start indicating that either riders A or B have disconnected. Other than that they work well when riding close with other riders using the Scala Rider headsets. The Bluetooth feature works well for making phone calls and the FM radio works great too. I love mine!!!!
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probably not... as I understand it, the helmet is to be quite form fitting to be effective & purposeful. That is how mine is I mean. The head phones do sit of my skull about a 1/2" - 1" but stay in place because of how the ear pieces are designed. I guess someone with a larger head might feel these are tight??? I just think they'd be uncomfortable under a helmet. Also, I would not want to loose that much hearing from using the headphones while riding. These are pretty powerful. Strong & sound great. But I would use some judgement on making sure I can still hear in most circumstances. I guess I'd say one would have to try them on....
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I use mine for running, biking and cross country skiing with no problems. They fit well under a helmet or watch cap. I live in interior Alaska and have to keep them in a warm place before putting them on as the metal in the frame can give contact frostbite (like a burn blister) if I leave it exposed to outside temps too long and put it straight on. As long as you don't turn the volume up too loud, you should be able to hear cars or other people just fine. It will never be as safe as exercising on the road without them on, but I really enjoy having music or audio books while I exercise.