Helmet Headset Fidelity ?

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Sep 26, 2014 | 07:54 AM

troop

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Helmet Headset Fidelity ?

Yup, like the title says. Now that I have the bagger figured out, up next is my 2015 play bike, an Indian Scout. I'm looking to add a FM bluetooth headset device to my HJC IS-17 helmet to get tunes from my bluetooth IPod Nano. Not concerned about communication but volume and clarity of the helmet speakers. Sena and J&M come to mind most often. Any experience or input? Thanks

Sep 26, 2014 | 06:42 PM

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I've used both in both communications and audio modes.. IMO the J&M has much better audio clarity/quality than the Sena but the Sena IMO wins over the J&M with communication abilities. Just my .02

Sep 26, 2014 | 08:37 PM

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I've used both in both communications and audio modes.. IMO the J&M has much better audio clarity/quality than the Sena but the Sena IMO wins over the J&M with communication abilities. Just my .02

Nice...thanks

Sep 27, 2014 | 10:54 AM

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http://www.amazon.com/Tork-Motorcycle-Helmet-Speakers-Control/dp/B004I6HOQA

Belkin F8Z492ttP Bluetooth Music Receiver

http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-F8Z492ttP-Bluetooth-Music-Receiver/dp/B0047T79VS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1411832554&sr=8-2&keywords=bluetooth+receiver

FiiO E6 Fujiyama Portable Headphone Amplifier - Black

http://www.amazon.com/E6-Fujiyama-Portable-Headphone-Amplifier/dp/B005HJWWW8/ref=pd_bxgy_e_text_y

Sep 28, 2014 | 07:30 AM

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If you're not interested in communication and want clarity/quality and desire Bluetooth reception from your IPod, consider getting a nice pair of helmet speakers and Bluetooth receiver. The receiver is small enough to mount to your helmet. You can also connect the helmet speakers directly to your iPod. If you want more volume and higher fidelity, consider the FiiO amplifier. You'll still have less invested than buying a Bluetooth 2-way communication device:

Tork X-Pro Motorcycle Helmet Speakers (with Volume Control)
http://www.amazon.com/Tork-Motorcycl.../dp/B004I6HOQA

Belkin F8Z492ttP Bluetooth Music Receiver
http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-F8Z492t...tooth+receiver

FiiO E6 Fujiyama Portable Headphone Amplifier - Black
http://www.amazon.com/E6-Fujiyama-Po..._bxgy_e_text_y

Cool.. This does really intrigue me. I do use a FiiO mini amp for my headphones at home at it's wonderful. I may have to look for a quieter helmet as I really want to avoid any in-ear device. They drive me nuts after about 15-20 minutes. Thanks for this tip!!