Throat
microphones have been on the market since the advent
of the original aviator headsets used by military
pilots. Since then, military and law enforcement organizations
have taken advantage of the inherent benefits of the
throat microphone technology. As technology has progressed,
the affordability of these units has resulted in a
direct increase in the demand for this type of product.
Throat microphones are designed to sit on the neck
of the user, with the transponders located near the
voice box for optimum performance and clarity. The
transponders are in essence, specialized microphones
that are designed to only detect and transmit the
vibrations of the throat, which result from normal
speech patterns. Depending on the quality of the radio
that is being used, the transponder can also pick
up whispered transmissions. The ambient noise is neutralized
With the growing demands of the consumer market, throat
microphone use has also expanded into the “recreational
vehicle” market, including motorcycles, snowmobiles,
ATV’s and powerboats. As most users can attest,
wind and engine noise makes conversations on a moving
vehicle almost impossible. The result is a demand
for a usable headset that is durable enough to withstand
the elements without sacrificing comfort and performance.
The throat microphone fills this niche market by offering
the benefit of voice communication without the transmission
of any ambient noise. This benefit can also be appreciated
in other extreme activities including Sky Diving,
Paragliding, Hang Gliding, Motocross and Car Racing.
The throat microphone is also being used extensively
for military and law enforcement applications where
the ability to communicate is paramount. Headsets
for these demanding applications are generally designed
to be more durable in addition to having the sensitivity
in the transponders specifically tuned for each different
2 way radio.
While there are many inexpensive alternatives on the
market today, the original concept of the throat microphone
remains largely unchanged. Creating an authentic unit
that performs well, and will work off the direct vibrations
created by the voice box, requires a great deal of
research and development. Many manufacturers will
encase a regular microphone inside a transponder creating
the illusion of a throat-based microphone. The result
is a headset that will not work effectively if the
user is whispering and will have very limited success
blocking ambient noise.
At HeadsetGadgets.com, we strive to bring you the
very best products, at a value you can afford. We
currently offer the complete line of throat microphones
from IASUS-Concepts in addition to other quality media
products that will enhance your audio experience.
