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Impact Communications...?

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PriorMike

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I'm aware of Otto Communications supplying speaker mics, but I came across Impact Communications that has a similar product line.

Anyone here familiar with them and their quality?

Thanks.
 

MTS2000des

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I have around 150 in use with XTS2500s on some cache radios deployed for COVID response. They seem to be holding up quite well. Audio quality is pretty good inbound and out. No issues with any cords breaking, etc. They were quick to get them to us, literally had 100 shipped overnight via our local dealer (Bearcom) and already had 50 on hand from an order last year.
 

RadioGuy7268

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I like Impact. They're well-stocked and responsive. Some of their product is upper shelf off-shore product, and some of it is darn near OEM. They're also flexible on pricing if you're getting into larger quantities.

Of all the companies I deal with, they're one of the best. Price, service, supply - all good to great.
 

Project25_MASTR

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If you ever rent radios from Bearcom...Impact is what their rental accessories are. They hold up fairly well but are still not bad in terms of cost.
 

Reelfishguy

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They have several quality tiers--Silver, Gold, and Platinum so the warranty on each tier will vary.
 
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