Episode 181 - Listener Questions, PEW Science Suppression Rating, and Member Thank You (04-OCT-2023)

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Episode 181 - Listener Questions, PEW Science Suppression Rating, and Member Thank You (04-OCT-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Listener Questions are back! We continue answering the questions from the 5th solicitation. Are we going to finish it? That’s a solid “maybe.” Very strong maybe. (00:09:51)

  2. PEW Lab Quiz #7. Oh yes. A simple one! Wasn’t too hard. But, it might be one of the most important quizzes they have done. How do you use the PEW Science Suppression Rating? What is it for? Are you using it correctly? Let’s go over the answers to the quiz to make sure folks are all on the same page! (00:48:37)

  3. Huge thank you to PEW Science members – this effort has been grassroots from the beginning and that continues well into our third year of operations. From the consumer, dealer, manufacturer, and distributor support – to our professional lab testing clients – you have all combined your forces to create the greatest truly independent third-party testing and analysis database ever published. Kudos to all of you! (01:14:45)

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Episode 160 - Rugged Razor762, Subsonic 300 BLK, and Flow-Through (26-APR-2023)

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Episode 160 - Rugged Razor762, Subsonic 300 BLK, and Flow-Through (26-APR-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.108 – Rugged Razor762 with subsonic 300 BLK! This is the technical discussion of the article published last week. (00:11:10)

  2. Research Supplement 6.109 – The Quietest 300 BLK Subsonic Ammunition. Discreet Ballistics vs. S&B. This one is for PEW Science Members. Let’s talk about why this information may be important for you, in general, regardless of ammo brand. (00:59:28)

  3. Flow-Through technology. Let’s talk about the actual technology, resulting sound signatures, and your expectations. Do you understand the PEW Science Suppression Rating? Do you understand what “loud” means? Let’s go back to the basics of this important topic. (01:07:25)

  4. The support for PEW Science is significant. An open letter to consumers and industry was written by me, and has remained on the website as Section 1 of the Standard, since launch. The Standard remains as it was written. This is purposeful. (01:23:26)

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Episode 156 - Surefire SOCOM762-MINI2 and the Silencer Sound Standard Anniversary (29-MAR-2023)

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Episode 156 - Surefire SOCOM762-MINI2 and the Silencer Sound Standard Anniversary (29-MAR-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.106 – the Surefire SOCOM762-MINI2 on supersonic .308. This is the technical discussion of the article published on Sunday! Tons of Surefire data is now available; more than ever before. Do you know why the WARCOMP mount is suboptimal for suppression? (00:05:56)

  2. Three years since the Silencer Sound Standard and the PEW Science Suppression Rating became a reality. They were launched in March of 2020. How has the silencer industry changed since that time? (00:50:59)

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Episode 149 - Otter Creek Labs Lithium and PEW Science Corporate Supporters (08-FEB-2023)

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Episode 149 - Otter Creek Labs Lithium and PEW Science Corporate Supporters (08-FEB-2023)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review SSS.6.102 – The Otter Creek Labs Lithium on the HK SP5 9mm submachinegun. This is the technical discussion of this test data and analysis. (00:06:30)

  2. Thank you for your support, which enables this research to continue. Just created a new PEW Science Corporate Supporters page to help thank industry entities! Also, a quick note about the use of PEW Science Rankings and the Suppression Rating, to better inform silencer choices for your use case. There are other parameters to consider, as well – many use cases are different! (00:48:45)

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Episode 134 - New Silencer Users, More Data, and Suppressed Hunting (12-OCT-2022)

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Episode 134 - New Silencer Users, More Data, and Suppressed Hunting (12-OCT-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. General suppressed small arm loudness. Expectations for new silencer users. “What is a good first silencer” – asked often. Answered…. seldomly. Proper use of the Rankings Table at pewscience.com (00:07:04)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week. Long awaited? Yes. Good to be able to put a pin in some things you folks have asked about. (00:45:23)

  3. Whitetail deer hunting seasons all over the United States are kicking off – rifle seasons will happen very soon. Are you ready to hunt suppressed? Still holding out? If so, consider a silencer for next season. The PEW Science effort, with member support, has created an ecosystem in which your kit selection should be easier than ever. (00:47:59)

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Episode 100 - Thank you, and the HUXWRX OSS HX-QD 556k on the MK18 (09-FEB-2022)

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Episode 100 - Thank you, and the HUXWRX OSS HX-QD 556k on the MK18 (09-FEB-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.64 – the OSS HX-QD 556k with 5.56 on the MK18. Technical discussion! (00:28:48)

  2. Stacked data publications coming. Might publish some Member Research too. We’ll see! (01:29:38)

  3. Who cares about silencer diameter, anyway? Also – welcome to the new PEW Science members! (01:31:24)

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Episode 99 - The Surefire RC2 Series and Silencer Behavior (02-FEB-2022)

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Episode 99 - The Surefire RC2 Series and Silencer Behavior (02-FEB-2022)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Field testing – always exciting. Always learning. Always improving! (00:10:15)

  2. New Sound Signature Review this week? Maybe. Was just out in the field, so could be late or not at all, but we’re gonna give it the ol’ college try. (00:18:32)

  3. Do you have a moment to talk about the Surefire SOCOM556-RC2? Also, let’s talk about silencer behavior. (00:21:03)

  4. Humbling support from gracious benefactors – big shout-out to PEW Science members and clients! I would like to welcome a new supporter of the podcast and the overall effort – True Shot Gun Club out of Arizona! (00:45:31)

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Episode 69 - Surefire SOCOM762-RC2 Subsonic Technical Discussion and Carry Guns (07-JUL-2021)

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Episode 69 - Surefire SOCOM762-RC2 Subsonic Technical Discussion and Carry Guns (07-JUL-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.46 – The Surefire SOCOM762-RC2 on Subsonic 300 BLK! Technical discussion – let’s dig into the article and this silencer’s performance! (00:08:28)

  2. Carry gun fever: incorporating modernity into your daily carry. Seems like a good idea, probably. What features do you like? (01:11:04)

  3. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members – folks are finding us from different parts of the country, the internet, and beyond! Your grass roots support is making this all possible. (01:22:55)

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Episode 68 - Surefire SOCOM762-RC2 on Subsonic 300 BLK and Listener Questions (28-JUN-2021)

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Episode 68 - Surefire SOCOM762-RC2 on Subsonic 300 BLK and Listener Questions (28-JUN-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. New review released… early! Sound Signature Review 6.46 – The Surefire SOCOM762-RC2 on Subsonic 300 BLK! We’re closing knowledge gaps. It’s getting very interesting. (00:08:08)

  2. Listener questions – let’s get back into these. We’ve had a break. Time to dive back into your queries! (00:21:41)

  3. Some simple gear for field work down south. Always needed? No, but sometimes, yes. (01:14:55)

  4. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members, and clients! Grassroots support is building, but so is professional clientele; true industry advancement is on the right track. (01:22:39)

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Episode 67 - OSS HX-QD 762 on Subsonic 300 BLK and the Suppression Rating (23-JUN-2021)

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Episode 67 - OSS HX-QD 762 on Subsonic 300 BLK and the Suppression Rating (23-JUN-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.45 – The OSS HX-QD 762 on Subsonic 300 BLK! Groundbreaking research. Ridiculous, actually. (00:09:58)

  2. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members – grassroots support continues. Continued sightings of the Suppression Rating in the wild. (01:18:47)

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Episode 63 - Surefire SOCOM556-RC2, New Data, and Listener Questions (19-MAY-2021)

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Episode 63 - Surefire SOCOM556-RC2, New Data, and Listener Questions (19-MAY-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Shot the Surefire SOCOM556-RC2; first impressions on the 11.5 mid OBC (unicorn host). (00:12:31)

  2. New Sound Signature Review coming this week – a big one. Are you ready? (00:34:18)

  3. Listener Questions – I answer more of your queries from Round 2! You smart cookies, you. (00:36:41)

  4. Dealers spotted in the wild using PEW Science data in their shops. The Suppression Rating might be at a gun counter near you. Member dealers leading the way- thanks for spreading the word, and for your support! (01:14:44)

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Episode 56 - EA VOX S (Wiped), Question, Testing, and Anniversary! (31-MAR-2021)

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Episode 56 - EA VOX S (Wiped), Question, Testing, and Anniversary! (31-MAR-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Sound Signature Review 6.38 – The Energetic Armament VOX S with a wipe, on subsonic 300 BLK! (00:15:05)

  2. Listener questions – continuation of the ton from the last two episodes! I take a stab at answering a limited amount from the third group. (01:04:56)

  3. One year of the Silencer Sound Standard. Industry acceptance, the journey, and beyond. (01:30:36)

  4. Recent test data is extremely interesting. Some hints? Maybe. (01:35:35)

  5. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members and thanks for your support! (01:55:04)

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Episode 55 - More Listener Questions and Silencer Shop Support! (24-MAR-2021)

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Episode 55 - More Listener Questions and Silencer Shop Support! (24-MAR-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Just completed a test program, and boy howdy, was good data generated. New Sound Signature Review this week, hopefully! (00:10:09)

  2. Listener questions – continuation of the ton from last time! I take a stab at answering the second group. (00:14:38)

  3. New sponsor support for this podcast – Silencer Shop. For real. (01:24:06)

  4. Welcome to all the new PEW Science members and thanks for your support! (01:27:20)

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Episode 54 - Listener Questions and Manufacturer Support (17-MAR-2021)

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Episode 54 - Listener Questions and Manufacturer Support (17-MAR-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Upcoming testing; and a new Sound Signature Review this week? Maybe. (00:06:34)

  2. Listener questions – I got a ton and I take a stab at answering the first group! (00:09:25)

  3. New manufacturer support for PEW Science – it’s an honor. (01:16:34)

  4. Welcome to all the new consumer PEW Science members and thanks for your support! (01:25:04)

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Episode 53 - Thank You, CGS Hyperion on 6.5 CM, and More Testing (10-MAR-2021)

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Episode 53 - Thank You, CGS Hyperion on 6.5 CM, and More Testing (10-MAR-2021)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Some major thanks to PEW Science supporters – The Firearm Blog, industry veterans, and consumers. (00:09:12)

  2. Sound Signature Review 6.37 – The CGS Hyperion on 6.5 CM; results discussion. (00:29:02)

  3. Upcoming testing – weather sucks! But it will happen. (01:08:48)

  4. Welcome to new PEW Science members and thanks for your support! (01:10:59)

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Episode 21 - Suppression Rating Update and the Nomad Ti (01-JUL-2020)

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Episode 21 - Suppression Rating Update and the Nomad Ti (01-JUL-2020)

Today’s Topics:

  1. Major update to the PEW Science Suppression Rating – super excited to be giving you folks even more data now!

  2. The new Dead Air Nomad-Ti – so much media attention. Initial thoughts.

  3. Back pressure research continues.

  4. New Sound Signature Review coming this week, and another Research Supplement for our members

  5. Thanks to all membership supporters of PEW Science! Also, some shout-outs to some of my internet firearm technology people.

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