Episode 207 - CAT JL and CAT MOB Technical Performance and PEW Science Anniversary (17-APR-2024)

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Episode 207 - CAT JL and CAT MOB Technical Performance and PEW Science Anniversary (17-APR-2024)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Happy belated 4th birthday to the Silencer Sound Standard! In March of 2020, the PEW Science laboratory publicly launched the Standard that is used, worldwide, for objective analysis of suppressed system performance. (00:12:06)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.147 – the Combat Application Technologies CAT/JL/A1. The CAT JL on supersonic .308. Technical discussion of this paper that was published last week. This addresses CAT SNIPER2 technology. (00:23:17)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.148 – the Combat Application Technologies CAT/MOB/A1. The CAT MOB on the HK MP5. Technical discussion of this paper that was also published last week; this discussion addresses CAT DiVerge technology. (01:26:37)

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Episode 206 - Mercy Pluto, CAT JL, CAT MOB, and the SkyNET Research Progression (10-APR-2024)

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Episode 206 - Mercy Pluto, CAT JL, CAT MOB, and the SkyNET Research Progression (10-APR-2024)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.146 – the Mercy Pluto on the CZ 452 16-in .22LR bolt-action. This is the technical discussion of the white paper published last week! (00:13:42)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.147 – the Combat Application Technologies CAT/JL/A1. The CAT JL on supersonic .308. Introductory discussion of this advanced system, and a first-look at the CAT SNIPER2 technology. (00:57:28)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.148 – the Combat Application Technologies CAT/MOB/A1. The CAT MOB on the HK MP5. Introductory discussion of this extremely interesting system, and a first-look at another CAT technology; DiVerge. (01:16:46)

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Episode 200 - Otter Creek Labs Polonium vs. Polonium-30 on the MK18 (28-FEB-2024)

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Episode 200 - Otter Creek Labs Polonium vs. Polonium-30 on the MK18 (28-FEB-2024)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.142 – the Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 on the standard .308 bolt-action. Technical discussion. (00:11:18)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.143 – the Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 on the standard 5.56 MK18; technical discussion of this white paper published last week. (00:37:04)

  3. More silencers, more testing, and more data! Research continues here at PEW Science – testing is ongoing with member funding as well as under contract from some great companies! The time to be into silencers has never been better. (00:53:14)

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Episode 199 - Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 Intro and Listener Questions (20-FEB-2024)

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Episode 199 - Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 Intro and Listener Questions (20-FEB-2024)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Listener Questions are back! We’ll answer more of your queries from the 6th solicitation. (00:10:32)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.142 – the Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30 on the standard .308 bolt-action. Introductory discussion! (00:49:05)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.143 – the Otter Creek Labs Polonium-30, again – this time, on the standard 5.56 MK18! How does over-bore influence the performance of this design? Introductory discussion of this study. (00:56:37)

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Episode 196 - AAC M4-2000 Mod 08 on the MK18 and Jolene Tech Discussion (31-JAN-2024)

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Episode 196 - AAC M4-2000 Mod 08 on the MK18 and Jolene Tech Discussion (31-JAN-2024)

Today’s Topics:

  1. New publication this week! Sound Signature Review 6.139 – AAC M4-2000 Mod 08 (Unvented) on the standard MK18 5.56 SBR. Long time coming; this extremely prolific silencer is now added to the pedigree. Introductory discussion. (00:12:49)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.137 – Resilient Suppressors Jolene on 20-in .308 bolt action. Technical discussion of the article published 17-JAN-2024. (00:25:23)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.138 – Resilient Suppressors Jolene on 8-in 300 BLK subsonic bolt action. Technical discussion of the article published 17-JAN-2024. (00:53:20)

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Episode 195 - Jolene, Listener Questions, and the NRA covers PEW Science! (17-JAN-2024)

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Episode 195 - Jolene, Listener Questions, and the NRA covers PEW Science! (17-JAN-2024)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.137 – Resilient Suppressors Jolene on 20-in .308 bolt action. More 7.62 data is here. An ultra lightweight silencer… how does it perform? This is an introductory discussion for this white paper published concurrently with this episode. (00:10:06)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.138 – Resilient Suppressors Jolene on 8-in 300 BLK subsonic bolt action! Good golly, Miss Molly – both supersonic and subsonic characterization for this lightweight system. Bring the quiet! Again – introductory discussion – two publications today! (00:19:52)

  3. Listener Questions are back! Let’s dive into more if your queries from the 6th Solicitation. This is a great time! (00:26:22)

  4. The NRA had some nice things to say about the PEW Science laboratory in January’s issue of Shooting Sports USA! Great to see the effort get some recognition nationwide, spurred on by your support! (01:01:15)

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Episode 188 - BOSS Silencers and Suppressed Hunting with Thermal (21-NOV-2023)

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Episode 188 - BOSS Silencers and Suppressed Hunting with Thermal (21-NOV-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.132 - BOSS Silencers Chairman (7.62) on the .308 bolt action. This is the technical discussion of this white paper released last week. A Tesla valve design principle? Maybe, but not exactly. (00:07:05)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.133 – BOSS Silencers Guillotine (5.56) on the 5.56 MK18. This is another silencer with analysis published last week – and this is the technical discussion for that article. (00:27:11)

  3. Whitetail deer season is in full swing! I just had a great weekend hunt. Used traditional tools, with a silencer, during the day. At night? Advanced tools with silencers and thermal. Be the apex predator your tribe wants you to be. Hunting story time! (00:41:12)

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Episode 187 - PTR VENT-2 on the MP5, and BOSS Silencers Chairman and Guillotine (15-NOV-2023)

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Episode 187 - PTR VENT-2 on the MP5, and BOSS Silencers Chairman and Guillotine (15-NOV-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.131 – the PTR VENT 2 on the HK SP5 (MP5 analog) – technical discussion for this white paper that was published 01-NOV. Purposely Induced Porosity (PIP) technology – does it work? Yeah, apparently. What an exciting time to add a new technology to the research pedigree! (00:07:18)

  2. Sound Signature Reviews 6.132 - BOSS Silencers Chairman (7.62) and 6.133 – BOSS Silencers Guillotine (5.56) are live right now! That’s right. More data and analysis. This is the introductory discussion for these two whitepapers just published for this new PEW Science laboratory client. (00:44:34)

  3. The Jay Situation Podcast YouTube Channel is now alive. The podcast syncing seems to be working seamlessly – glad to see the YouTube folks checking out the episodes! Thank you very much for all of your support of PEW Science – this has been such a great year so far and there is more data and analysis to come! (00:49:27)

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Episode 177 - PWS BDE 762 on .308, 3D Printing, and Impulse (06-SEP-2023)

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Episode 177 - PWS BDE 762 on .308, 3D Printing, and Impulse (06-SEP-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Latest public laboratory white paper – Sound Signature Review 6.121 – Primary Weapons Systems PWS BDE 762 on .308! Short tech brief for this modular rifle silencer. Haven’t seen modular rifle stuff in a minute! (00:10:16)

  2. Another PEW lab quiz has come and gone. Per feedback, they stepped up the difficulty. Did you persevere? Or did you succumb to the pressure? Haha – let’s go over the answers! (00:44:06)

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Episode 176 - CAT ODB on 5.56, PWS BDE 762 on .308, and more Quizzes! (30-AUG-2023)

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Episode 176 - CAT ODB on 5.56, PWS BDE 762 on .308, and more Quizzes! (30-AUG-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Latest public laboratory white paper – Sound Signature Review 6.120 – CAT/ODB/A1/718 on the 5.56x45mm MK18 SBR. Short tech brief for you, as is our new routine. Controversial silencer? It just might be – because of physics. (00:09:49)

  2. The PEW Lab is releasing another white paper this week. The data has passed review and it’s for Primary Weapon Systems - the PWS BDE 762 on bolt-action .308. The BDE 762 is a modular silencer and a hybrid DMLS / subtractive design! Is DMLS the future of silencers? No, not of all silencers. Of high-performance silencers? Yeah, probably. (00:44:29)

  3. Did you folks get last week’s PEW lab quiz correct AND the weekend quiz? There were two! Let’s go over the answers. You folks are some smart cookies! (00:55:27)

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Episode 171 - Abel Company Theorem-L and Silencer Advancement (19-JUL-2023)

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Episode 171 - Abel Company Theorem-L and Silencer Advancement (19-JUL-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.117 – Abel Company Theorem-L on .308 bolt action! This is the technical discussion of the article that was published last week. (00:14:23)

  2. Significant field testing and analysis activities have occurred this summer. The silencer landscape has changed and continues to evolve. PEW Science thanks all members and podcast listeners for the continued support. We’re popping smoke, and will return in August. (01:10:53)

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Episode 166 - Flow-Through vs. Conventional Silencers - Member Research and Tools (14-JUN-2023)

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Episode 166 - Flow-Through vs. Conventional Silencers - Member Research and Tools (14-JUN-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Member Research Supplement 6.115 – Flow-Through vs. Conventional silencer technology on bolt action rifles. Signature comparison – with nuance. Dead Air Nomad-Ti vs. HUXWRX Flow 762 Ti vs. Q Thunder Chicken. Members get an in-depth look at just how much the sound signature can change with a Flow-Through silencer, and exactly how it can be interpreted by your ears! (00:09:56)

  2. Silencer Sound Standard Section 7 – PEW Science Rankings. You are all familiar with subsection 7.1 that displays the Rankings Table. Now introducing subsection 7.2, Suppression Rating Visualization Tool! Graphical presentation with weight and length metrics, as well. This tool is only available for supporting members of the effort. Thank you for your support! (00:17:35)

  3. Listener Questions – let’s dive back into the 5th solicitation and hit a couple, today! At least a couple! (00:31:43)

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Episode 164 - HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti - Part 1 - .308 Bolt Action (01-JUN-2023)

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Episode 164 - HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti - Part 1 - .308 Bolt Action (01-JUN-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.113 – the HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti on supersonic .308 bolt action! This is the technical discussion of the publication that was released Monday! We’ll hit the technical discussion of Sound Signature Review 6.114 – the HUXWRX FLOW 762 Ti on the 5.56 MK18 SBR, on the next episode. (00:07:50)

  2. Thank you for a wonderful month of May – and for a wonderful 2023, so far. We are almost half way through the year and there have been some BANGERS. PEW Science is trusted, worldwide, for high fidelity objective sound signature characterization. This trust is earned – and earning it is made possible in part by your support. (01:23:57)

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Episode 163 - Aero Precision Lahar-30L, New Data, and Grassroots Support (24-MAY-2023)

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Episode 163 - Aero Precision Lahar-30L, New Data, and Grassroots Support (24-MAY-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.112 – the Aero Precision Lahar-30L on supersonic .308 bolt action! This is the technical discussion of the publication that was released last week. (00:09:04)

  2. What’s in store next? Anything coming out of the ol’ PEW Science testing database for you folks? Oh, there is. Hope you are ready for next week! (01:13:32)

  3. Top Gun Range – Houston hangout was a blast. They put on the “Day at the Range with PEW Science.” I was humbled to see a lot of you come out and to meet with you, speak with you about silencers, physics, and general gun stuff! I wish we could have done it for longer! Let’s do it again. Huge thanks to all the corporate and consumer members supporting this effort. (01:16:48)

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Episode 123 - Listener Questions, the Q FIX, FN SCAR, and Recoil (27-JUL-2022)

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Episode 123 - Listener Questions, the Q FIX, FN SCAR, and Recoil (27-JUL-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Rifle recoil? Does it matter? It can. PEW Science SCAR Project micro-update #5. (00:10:30)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week? 5.56 is back on deck. Is there more to learn? (00:28:07)

  3. Listener Questions are back! Let’s hit a few from Solicitation #4! (00:32:08)

  4. Thank you to all the PEW Science members for not only your support, but also for educating the public responsibly. Suppressed small arms are more popular than ever, and consumer expectations are getting more reasonable! (01:06:39)

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Episode 122 - Otter Creek Labs Hydrogen-L and more SCAR! (20-JUL-2022)

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Episode 122 - Otter Creek Labs Hydrogen-L and more SCAR! (20-JUL-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.81 – the Otter Creek Labs Hydrogen-L on supersonic .308 bolt action; technical discussion. (00:04:19)

  2. FN SCAR 17S CQC .308 Play Date – PEW Science SCAR Project Update #4. A short, but cursory update. (00:37:33)

  3. Thank you all for your patience during this busy time – your PEW Science member questions and client requests are answered in the order received. I appreciate you! (01:00:49)

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Episode 106 - The Silencer Sound Standard Anniversary and the Banish 30 Gold (23-MAR-2022)

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Episode 106 - The Silencer Sound Standard Anniversary and the Banish 30 Gold (23-MAR-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. The Silencer Sound Standard turns two this week! Happy Anniversary to all of you – your support made the new industry standard a reality! (00:10:34)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.69 – Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold on supersonic .308 – technical discussion. (00:17:28)

  3. Sound Signature Review 6.70 – Silencer Central Banish 30 Gold on subsonic 300 BLK – technical discussion. (00:51:13)

  4. Do you have a moment to speak about the Surefire OBC and short dwell time for silencer use? 11.5 mid gang, please gather. Also, KAC. Maybe. They are aware of the effort. So is Rooftop Defense. What in tarnation? (01:15:30)

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Episode 90 - Rugged Razor - 5.56 Technical Discussion, and Hunting with the Hyperion (01-DEC-2021)

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Episode 90 - Rugged Razor - 5.56 Technical Discussion, and Hunting with the Hyperion (01-DEC-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.58 – The Rugged Razor on the 5.56 MK18 – technical discussion. Data came early. Let’s talk about it! (00:14:51)

  2. PEW Science Member Research Supplement 6.59 – The Rugged Razor with the 5.56 Endcap – technical notes. This was an early Thanksgiving treat for members – thanks for your support! (01:16:16)

  3. Just went hunting – a lot of great deer, but nothing taken yet. Did take a large hog – used the CGS Hyperion on the Q Fix – great experience! (01:20:59)

  4. The grassroots support of the PEW Science initiative is great, and the industry is taking note. Several manufacturers have indicated that change is being forced; innovation is being spurred by the data and analysis being published. PEW Science members are directly responsible for this phenomenon – cheers! (01:41:57)

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Episode 87 - The Quietest .308 Rifle Silencers, Griffin EZ-LOK, and Questions (10-NOV-2021)

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Episode 87 - The Quietest .308 Rifle Silencers, Griffin EZ-LOK, and Questions (10-NOV-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Member Research Supplement 6.56 – The Quietest .308 Rifle Silencers – Detailed Sound Comparison. This article dropped this past Sunday for PEW Science members. Thank you for your support! (00:11:28)

  2. New Sound Signature Review coming this week. Highly requested. Out of left field? I mean, at this point, who knows…. really. (00:18:17)

  3. Griffin CAM-LOK…. And now…. Griffin EZ-LOK? How the turn tables. Or something. Let’s talk about this apparently new embodiment; an Instagram story sketch come to life – and fast. (00:20:52)

  4. Listener Questions – let’s dive in again! PEW Science members make this effort and podcast happen, so if you aren’t a member, and are getting questions answered here – go find one and thank them. They are doing this for you! (00:38:07)

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Episode 86 - Dead Air Nomad-L and Hunting Silencers (03-NOV-2021)

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Episode 86 - Dead Air Nomad-L and Hunting Silencers (03-NOV-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.55 – the Dead Air Nomad-L on supersonic .308 – technical discussion. Interesting silencer – let’s talk about it! (00:12:55)

  2. So many hunting setup questions lately – what is your preferred hunting silencer for medium game? A lot of feedback about 300 BLK last time – what silencers are you using for it? (01:11:17)

  3. PEW Science members – you are loyal and vocal, and your support is amazing. Welcome to a few new members; your support is awesome and so are your suggestions! (01:18:22)

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