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Testing…One, Two – The Use of Throat Mics On and Off the Field
Throat mics are the choice device for both tactical use and for play in Airsoftand paintball games for several reasons. First of all, walkie-talkiesnecessitate the use of hands that are better used in maneuvers – firing,reloading weaponry, etc. Also, these are loud and alert the opposition to youposition much more easily. On top of that, a lot of static and backgroundnoise is received over the line, significantly diminishing communicationabilities. While headsets could be used, they often are bulky and do not fitwell inside a helmet, which is worn for most applications where such deviceswould be employed. Again, these will also pick up a wide range of background noise in listening for your voice. The throat mic provides anadvantage for several reasons over both of these primitive devices, especiallyin gaming and combat scenarios.In examining these advantages, it is important to first understand how athroat mic works. The device is worn around the neck as opposed to overthe head, making it more comfortable to wear without worrying about itbeing tight beneath the helmet or falling off your head. Also, because thethroat mic is not looking for sound, it doesn’t pick up background noise andactually cancels out feedback. Instead of looking for sound, the throat mic isa device that looks for vibrations in the throat that activate the ear drum andprocess within the brain as clear, concise speech. This eliminates the need totalk loudly, decipher words spoken through severe static, or be concernedwith background noise.The technology is excellent for all sorts of outdoor activities that require theuse of both hands and are vigorous, making it difficult to keep a headset inplace. Hunting, horseback riding, four-wheeling, skiing, and other activitieshave greatly benefited from the use of throat mics, but even more sopaintballing, Airsoft gaming, and even laser tag have found the benefit of employing the use of throat mics. In these games, it has become a greatadvantage to be able to use both hands to wield instruments of play (guns,shields, etc) and communicate without loud, static-ridden walkie-talkies thateasily identify your position to the opposition. Also, it allows clearercommunication between teammates.More important than gaming, however, is the use of throat mics for militaryoperations. Freeing up hands for tactical maneuvers is essential to thefunctionality of soldiers in combat. These warriors can’t be distracted bypicking up a walkie-talkie every time they need to contact another individual.At the same time, helmets are an essential part of body armor, and there isno real way to comfortably wear a headset underneath a standardizedhelmet. Not wearing a helmet puts the individual in danger AND allows theheadset to slip out of place or even fall off with motion. Because the throatmic devices typically rest around the neck and balance there withadjustments to fit tight, it relieves the need to wear it on the head and also
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